Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Crayfish as a symbol of slow administration
The American crayfish plague in the Netherlands has become a symbol of slow government bureaucracy and inefficient decision-making. Despite being a long-standing issue, the response remains bogged dow...
Olympia Haarlem makes the difference after the break against strugglers. 'You really need thirty points in this league'
Olympia Haarlem secured their second consecutive victory with a 4-1 win over Vitesse’22, improving their standing in the first-class rankings. The team's performance after halftime proved decisive i...
Iranian media: New round of talks with US on Saturday night or Sunday
The first direct talks between American and Iranian delegations in Pakistan have concluded. Iranian state media reports that a new round of negotiations is expected to take place on Saturday night or ...
Major search for person in water in IJmuiden, victim taken to hospital
Emergency services conducted a large-scale search operation on Saturday evening after a man fell into the water at the Trawlerkade in IJmuiden. The victim was successfully recovered and rushed to the ...
Ditch the smartwatch: it’s giving you sleepless nights, says sleep expert
Dutch sleep professor Eus van Someren warns that using smartwatches to monitor sleep quality can actually lead to poorer sleep results. He emphasizes that insomnia is a significant, underestimated hea...
Blauw-Wit korfball coach calls for Amsterdam cooperation after relegation
The Amsterdam korfball club Blauw-Wit has been relegated from the Korfbal League following a 20-18 loss to Deetos, ending their streak at the highest level since 2005. Coach Dennis Doves responded by ...
Little for young people to do on asylum boat, but now they can play sports here
A new sports container has opened on the MS Galaxy asylum boat in Amsterdam's Westelijk Havengebied to provide recreational activities for its 1,500 residents. The initiative aims to improve living co...
Ajax start Gloukh and Itakura against Heracles Almelo
Ajax will feature Oscar Gloukh and Ko Itakura in the starting lineup for their away match against Heracles Almelo. This marks Gloukh's first start under coach Óscar García, while Itakura returns to ...
Seville during Holy Week: People in high pointed hats everywhere
Journalist Lisanne van Sadelhoff shares her experience visiting Seville, Spain, during the traditional religious festival of Semana Santa. In her weekly column, she describes the unique atmosphere of ...
No haunted houses or thrill rides, but children's laughter at the nostalgic fair in Heemskerk: 'I didn't know what to expect, but this is very fun'
A nostalgic fair is taking place this weekend behind restaurant Bleij in Heemskerk, focusing on traditional entertainment rather than loud modern attractions. The event offers a quieter atmosphere fil...
Lackluster final half hour costs Koninklijke HFC costly points against Barendrecht
Koninklijke HFC suffered an unnecessary 1-2 home defeat against Barendrecht after a poor performance in the final thirty minutes. The loss means the Haarlem-based club has yet to secure safety from th...
Discarded items transformed into unique creatures: How Haarlem’s Martijn recovers by creating recycle buddies
Martijn Rengelink, a resident of Haarlem, creates robot-like figures from discarded materials as a therapeutic practice following a severe burnout. He finds that the process of crafting these "recycle...
Lufthansa hit by another strike: pilots to walk out Monday and Tuesday
Lufthansa pilots, including those from subsidiaries CityLine, Eurowings, and Lufthansa Cargo, will go on strike this Monday and Tuesday. The industrial action, organized by the Cockpit union, aims to ...
Hundreds of arrests at pro-Palestinian protest in London
London police arrested over 200 demonstrators during a pro-Palestinian protest at Trafalgar Square. The activists gathered to support Palestine Action, an organization recently added to a terrorist li...
Years of uncertainty over new caravan sites; ‘We’ve been living with my in-laws for a year and a half. Eight of us in one trailer’
The construction of ten new caravan pitches at the Elzenhof site in Heemskerk has been delayed again, with a potential completion date now set for early 2027. Residents have expressed desperation over...
FT: US-Iran negotiations stall over Strait of Hormuz
Negotiations between the United States and Iran in Pakistan have stalled over disagreements regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran reportedly insists on maintaining full control and the right...
Paula and Jenny make historical costumes: 'I'd love to wear such a beautiful dress every day, but it's hard to vacuum in'
Paula Lauwerens and Jenny Bart share a passion for creating detailed historical costumes, which they frequently showcase at events such as the Venetian carnival in Bruges. While the two friends enjoy ...
No green thumb but tired of your paved garden? Just start small, say those at the Springer Festival in Haarlem
The Springer Festival at the Haarlemmer Kweektuin provided practical advice on Saturday for people wanting to replace garden tiles with nature-friendly plants. Experts at the event shared tips for low...
Telstar powerless in second half and loses heavily in Utrecht
Telstar suffered a 4-1 defeat in Utrecht after failing to maintain their momentum from a strong first half. The loss was a significant blow for the Velsen-based side, who struggled to compete in the s...
FC Utrecht beats Telstar as Bunnikside chants: ‘Correia is ours. Olé, olé’
FC Utrecht defeated Telstar 4-1, strengthening their position in the Eredivisie play-off race while the relegation-threatened Telstar struggled. The victory was celebrated by Utrecht fans, marking an ...