Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
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 ...
Traffic jams in South and on several highways due to closure of A10 South and A10 East
Major traffic congestion has hit Amsterdam and surrounding highways following the closure of the A10 South and A10 East for the Zuidasdok project. Drivers are facing significant delays in local neighb...
Governor: Wounded in Ukrainian attack during ceasefire
A Ukrainian drone strike hit a gas station in the Russian town of Lgov, located in the Kursk region, on Saturday. Regional officials reported that three people were injured, including a child, despite...
Israel: more than 200 Hezbollah targets hit in 24 hours
The Israeli military reported striking more than 200 Hezbollah targets in Lebanon over a 24-hour period. These attacks targeted infrastructure including rocket launchers used by the group.
Fairground industry furious over new truck tax: 'The government is destroying our industry'
Fairground operators in the Netherlands are protesting a new truck tax regulation that could increase their costs tenfold, claiming it will destroy their industry. In response to the government's plan...
It feels very special for Guido to care for the Muiderslot collection as a volunteer: 'We remove many cobwebs'
Guido van Meerbeek serves as a volunteer at the Muiderslot castle, where he and his colleagues maintain an extensive historical collection. The team cares for a wide range of items, including painting...