Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Cabinet cannot yet say when it will take energy measures
Minister Heleen Herbert stated that the Dutch cabinet cannot yet determine when it will implement measures to address the economic and energy impacts caused by the war in Iran. The announcement was ma...
Minister Boekholt under fire for shower tokens quote in British newspaper
Dutch Minister Elanor Boekholt-O’Sullivan is facing criticism over false claims made in a British newspaper about her military service in Afghanistan. She stated she had to use shower and phone toke...
Yvonne Coldeweijer and Talpa face off in court: what's going on
Yvonne Coldeweijer and Talpa Network are appearing in court on Thursday to resolve a dispute over compensation regarding a canceled talk show on Net5. The daily gossip program was originally intended ...
'When he skips, I know he feels good': Haarlem's first skipping zone opens on the Dreef.
Haarlem has launched its first "skipping zone" on the Dreef, an initiative by Justine Kluen to promote skipping as a simple way to improve mental health. The zone was officially inaugurated alongside ...
Cyndi Lauper's husband sued over son's sexual abuse
David Thornton, the husband of singer Cyndi Lauper, is being sued for sexual abuse by their son, Declyn 'Dex' Lauper. Thornton is accused of renting the apartment where the alleged abuse occurred and ...
Zelensky: Russia wanted to blackmail US by helping Iran
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of attempting to blackmail the United States by offering to halt intelligence sharing with Iran. In exchange, Russia reportedly demanded that the ...
Antwerp car fire suspects placed in closed institution
Two minors arrested for an arson attack near Antwerp's Jewish quarter have been placed in a closed institution by a juvenile judge. The suspects are charged with intentional arson and participating in...
Many ideas to curb price increases, but Parliament not aligned
The Dutch House of Representatives is debating various measures to help households and businesses cope with rising prices, including fuel price caps and tax cuts. However, political parties remain div...
Letter from Kenji (13) brought an American bestselling author to his school in Zuidoost
Wealthy tourists spend $110,000 for a week in Antarctica, and even their poop comes back with them
Residents without elevator for a month and no solution in sight: It’s going so painfully slow
Residents of a ten-story apartment building in Amsterdam's Haarlemmerbuurt have been without a functioning elevator for a month, leaving many elderly tenants trapped or struggling with stairs. Housing...
Parties attack FVD over friendly stance toward Iran and Russia
Dutch coalition and opposition parties criticized Forum for Democracy (FVD) MP Ralf Dekker for his supportive stance toward Russia and Iran. During a debate on energy prices, Dekker proposed that the ...
White House: Trump to unleash hell if Iran continues fight
US President Donald Trump's spokesperson, Karoline Leavitt, stated that Trump is prepared to "unleash hell" if Iran does not agree to a deal. The White House maintains that Iran must accept it has los...
The Van den Nouwland greengrocer family from Haarlem: 12 siblings hope to reach a combined 1,000 years on April 1
Twelve siblings from the Van den Nouwland family in Haarlem are set to reach a collective age of 1,000 years on April 1st. The family is well-known locally for their long-standing vegetable business o...
Car crashes into house in Beverwijk, extensive damage
On Wednesday evening, a driver veered off the road and crashed into a house on the Schans in Beverwijk. No injuries were reported, though the collision caused significant damage to the property.
Father sues De ZorgSpecialist for damages: 'Our son lost his home and care without warning'
A father is seeking legal compensation from care provider De ZorgSpecialist after his son was abruptly evicted from an assisted living facility. The young man, who has a disability, reportedly lost hi...
Minister Sjoerdsma welcome in China for trade mission despite sanctions list
Dutch Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma will lead a trade mission to China after receiving confirmation that he is welcome despite being on a Chinese sanctions list. The visit was confirmed following a discus...
The blueprint for a Greater Israel
The article discusses the expansion of Israeli military operations from Gaza and the West Bank into Lebanon, suggesting a broader strategy for territorial gain. It draws parallels between the tactics ...
Four boys prosecuted for attacks on De Pizzabakkers – but the mastermind remains out of reach
99 names: Duinrust auditorium falls silent during impressive tribute at Jewish monument in Beverwijk
A memorial ceremony was held at the Jewish Name Monument at Duinrust cemetery in Beverwijk to honor Holocaust victims. During the tribute, a poem by Kiki Borsje reflecting on the experiences of those ...