Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Albert Heijn shelves increasingly empty: 'Today I'll be facing and mopping'
Albert Heijn stores across the Netherlands are facing widespread inventory shortages and operational hurdles due to a major cybersecurity incident affecting central IT systems. Staff are struggling to...
Customers can no longer earn Air Miles at Shell starting in November
Shell will discontinue the Air Miles loyalty program at its stations starting November 1, shifting focus to personalized rewards within its own mobile app. Customers have until the end of October to c...
BBC stands by decision to remove trans slogan from T-shirt on dance show
The BBC removed a slogan supporting transgender rights from an actress's T-shirt during a dance program, sparking backlash from viewers. The broadcaster maintains that the editing complies with editor...
Linda de Mol and Tjitske Reidinga on Gooische Vrouwen: 'It keeps getting better'
Actresses Linda de Mol and Tjitske Reidinga discuss the return of the popular series Gooische Vrouwen, which is now in its eighth season. The cast members find their long-standing roles increasingly r...
Discover job opportunities at free career events at the Johan Cruijff ArenA
A free career event will take place on Tuesday, October 20, at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam. The session is open to anyone looking for a new job or seeking professional growth.
Food critic Monique van Loon has a dream job: “I can tell beforehand if a restaurant is right for me.”
Monique van Loon is an experienced food critic who evaluates restaurants by meticulously studying their menus and service standards before and during her visits. She currently shares her top dining re...
TOTO returns to the Netherlands in 2027 for anniversary concert
The band TOTO has announced a special anniversary concert taking place in the Netherlands on July 3, 2027. Band member Steve Lukather highlighted the group's long-standing connection to the country, n...
Keri Russell had regular sex with Matthew Rhys during filming of The Americans
Actors Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys revealed they began a romantic relationship while filming the television series The Americans. The couple, who played spies on the show, frequently spent time toge...
Journalist Lex Boon (42) launched a lawsuit against Santa's official village: I ended up on the blacklist
Journalist Lex Boon has initiated a legal battle against a village in Lapland that markets itself as the official hometown of Santa Claus. His investigation into the village's claims led to unexpected...
IT crisis could hit Ahold Delhaize revenue, extent of damage still unclear
Ahold Delhaize is experiencing a multi-day IT disruption caused by a precautionary shutdown of systems following a cyber incident. This has halted online deliveries and caused supply chain issues in s...
Museum of the Mind in Haarlem raises 11,500 euros for mental health
The Museum van de Geest in Haarlem raised 11,500 euros during its Walk & Talk charity event to support youth mental health awareness. The proceeds will fund educational projects aimed at helping young...
Unrest among thousands of Albert Heijn temporary workers: sent home and uncertain about wages
A significant cybersecurity incident has disrupted operations at Albert Heijn, causing thousands of temporary workers to be sent home and creating uncertainty regarding their pay. The retailer's logis...
Houses on Funda unrecognizable due to AI photos: 'Didn't feel like viewing'
Dutch real estate agents are increasingly using AI-generated photos on Funda to showcase renovation possibilities, though some listings have faced criticism for misleadingly altering property features...
Maxime Meiland signed herself up for Expeditie Robinson: 'I am very competitive'
Maxime Meiland is set to compete in the new season of Expeditie Robinson, having applied once her exclusive contract with Talpa ended. The reality star cited her competitive personality as her primary...
In the play ‘Is dit nu liefde’ you feel the manosphere closing in
The theatrical production 'Is dit nu liefde', directed by Leopold Witte and performed by Elly Scheele, examines the impact of destructive family patterns. The play specifically explores the struggle o...
Car veers off road and flips over in Bos en Lommer
A driver sustained injuries after their vehicle veered off the road and overturned on the Admiraal de Ruijterweg in Amsterdam's Bos en Lommer neighborhood. Authorities suspect a medical emergency may ...
Queen Sonja no longer a member of the Norwegian Royal House
Queen Sonja of Norway has been removed from the official list of the royal house and is now categorized as a member of the broader royal family. This administrative change was implemented following th...
Ahold Delhaize loses 787 million euros in market value in one day due to IT crisis
Parent company Ahold Delhaize lost 787 million euros in market value in one day due to a major IT crisis impacting its retail chains. The technical disruption has caused logistics issues and empty she...
Arrest team raids home in Holendrecht
A specialized police arrest team raided a home in Amsterdam-Zuidoost yesterday evening as part of an ongoing investigation. Authorities have withheld details regarding the reason for the raid and have...
Netherlands ranks bottom in Europe for female board appointments
The Netherlands ranked last in Europe for the number of women appointed to supervisory board positions in the past year, according to a report by Heidrick & Struggles. Despite the low number of new fe...