Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Vance regrets Hungary election result
U.S. Vice President JD Vance expressed regret over the results of the Hungarian elections during an interview with Fox News, noting he was not surprised by Viktor Orbán's defeat. This statement repre...
EU imposes higher import tariffs on steel from outside the union
The European Union has agreed to implement higher import duties and lower quotas on steel imported from outside the bloc. These measures, finalized by the European Parliament and Council, are designed...
King emphasizes importance of strong democratic partners
King Willem-Alexander emphasized the importance of cooperation with strong, democratic partners for maintaining stability and freedom during a speech in Washington. The remarks were made at a networki...
King emphasizes importance of strong democratic partners
King Willem-Alexander emphasized the importance of stability and cooperation with strong democratic partners to protect core freedoms during a speech in Washington. The remarks were made at a networki...
Democratic Congressman Swalwell resigns over allegations
Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell has announced his resignation from the U.S. House of Representatives following allegations of sexual abuse. While Swalwell denies the accusations, he stated that t...
Majority for asylum laws? CDA plays key role
The Dutch Senate's approval of strict new asylum laws depends on the CDA party, which currently holds a deciding role. While a majority is not yet secured, the party has indicated it is willing to sup...
Missing Dronten man possibly victim of crime after forest meeting
Police suspect that 36-year-old Marc Jaskulski from Dronten, who has been missing for two years, may have been the victim of a crime. Investigations revealed that he had arranged a meeting via the dat...
Spanish PM's wife Gómez officially charged with corruption
Begoña Gómez, the wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, has been officially charged with corruption following a multi-year investigation. The charges concern her role as a program director ...
IJmuiden man (38) remains in custody for large-scale MDMA production and firearm possession; Haarlem co-suspect also detained
A 38-year-old man from IJmuiden and a co-suspect from Haarlem will remain in custody following a court hearing regarding large-scale MDMA production and illegal firearm possession. The Haarlem distric...
Jetten doesn't want to be too modest during dinner with Trump
Prime Minister Rob Jetten intends to take a confident stance during an upcoming private dinner with U.S. President Donald Trump and the Dutch royal couple. The meeting occurs at a time of increased di...
Roosendaal station evacuated over suspicious package, trains halted
Roosendaal station was evacuated and all train traffic halted due to the discovery of a suspicious package. Police are currently on-site conducting an investigation into the object.
Jetten deems US blockade of Iran undesirable
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that the American blockade of Iran is undesirable but represents a better method of pressuring the Tehran regime than previous threats. He made these remarks dur...
Tens of thousands of puffins washed up on French coasts
More than 45,000 puffins washed up along the Atlantic coast of France last winter, with a large majority found dead. The French Bird Protection organization (LPO) estimates that this figure represents...
D66 opposes asylum laws, CDA likely needed for majority
D66 has declared its opposition to asylum laws drafted by former Minister Marjolein Faber in the Dutch Senate, making CDA's support essential for a majority. It remains uncertain if the CDA will back ...
Trump claims Iran is eager to make a deal
U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Iran is eager to reach a deal with the United States following a purported phone call from a Tehran representative. Iran has not officially confirmed these cla...
Flower parade with extra festivities in Heemstede. Talent show as new feature
The Bloemencorso Bollenstreek flower parade will pass through the center of Heemstede this Saturday, featuring additional festivities organized by local retailers. A new talent show has been added to ...
How Nico (68) catches rats with his ferrets: ‘I don’t do crawl spaces’
Small chance ‘ghost bus stop’ in Badhoevedorp will be reopened despite protests
Local authorities in Haarlemmermeer have stated that the bus stop at Koekoekslaan in Badhoevedorp is unlikely to be put back into service. This decision follows local protests and political inquiries ...
Hungarian party in Amsterdam marks end of Orbán era
Hungarian residents in Amsterdam gathered to celebrate the election victory of opposition leader Péter Magyar, marking the end of Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule. Supporters expressed hope that the ne...
No known structural problems with damp and mold, says housing association Pré Wonen after council questions about resident complaints
Housing association Pré Wonen has dismissed claims of structural mold and moisture problems in postwar neighborhoods in Beverwijk, following inquiries from the local political party Vrij! Beverwijk. ...