Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Trump: US has begun clearing the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. forces have begun clearing the Strait of Hormuz of potential sea mines allegedly laid by Iran during recent American and Israeli military strikes. According to Donald Trump, the strategic waterwa...
Highly charged match for Anthony Correia: Telstar visits FC Utrecht
Telstar is set to play an away match against FC Utrecht at the Galgenwaard stadium, featuring the return of Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp to the starting lineup. Later today, Ajax will conclude the ma...
Ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia begins
A ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia officially began at 3:00 PM Dutch time on Friday after Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to the proposal. The truce, established in observance of Orthodox ...
First five Dutch citizens set sail for Gaza on Sunday
Five Dutch citizens will depart from Barcelona on Sunday as part of an international flotilla aiming to deliver aid to Gaza. They will be followed by ten additional Dutch participants departing from I...
Mother (VVD) already in Castricum council. Will her son (D66) still make it in? ‘Everything depends on coalition negotiations’
Renata (VVD) has secured a seat in the Castricum municipal council, while her son Jamie (D66) narrowly missed out according to initial results. Jamie may still enter the council if coalition negotiati...
US, Iran and Pakistan negotiations begin
Peace negotiations between the United States and Iran have officially commenced in Islamabad, Pakistan. President Donald Trump confirmed the discussions, which are being mediated by the Pakistani gove...
Cherry picker nearly topples in Akersloot, fire department on scene for over two hours
A rented aerial work platform partially tipped over at a home in Akersloot on Saturday morning, requiring a two-hour intervention by the fire department. The incident occurred while a resident was usi...
Kwebbelkop frustrated by Biro ban on ferry, seeks exception for North residents like himself
YouTuber Kwebbelkop has petitioned the Amsterdam city council to reconsider the enforcement of a ban on microcars like the Biro on city ferries. He argues the ban would increase travel time from Amste...
Bartje’s Buuf in Santpoort-Noord is promising, original dishes at village bistro (8)
Bartje’s Buuf is a promising new village bistro in Santpoort-Noord that offers original dishes in an accessible setting. Located next to café Bartje in the former 't Palet building, the establishme...
Lottie Hellingman: When you're young you want to be old, and vice versa
Lottie Hellingman is a multi-talented Dutch performer and single mother who reflects on the shifting perspectives of youth and aging. Originally from Middenbeemster, she currently resides in Amsterdam...
Castor College clears 14 obstacles for the Johan Cruijff Foundation. Duardo has a tactic: ‘Run very fast and don’t look around’
Approximately 1,400 students from Castor College participated in a 14-obstacle run on Friday to support the Johan Cruijff Foundation. The event featured obstacles set up across the school's gymnasiums...
Russia and Ukraine exchange prisoners again
Russia and Ukraine exchanged 175 prisoners of war each on Saturday in a swap mediated by the United Arab Emirates. Both countries confirmed the successful exchange, which is part of ongoing efforts to...
Robbery at smartphone store in Haarlem city center, police search for suspect
A robbery occurred at a smartphone shop on Barteljorisstraat in the center of Haarlem on Saturday afternoon. Local police are currently conducting a search for the suspect involved in the incident.
This store brand’s plain chips win our taste test: ‘These are welcome on my couch’
A panel of three experts conducted a taste test of ten different supermarket brands of plain potato chips to identify the best option for spring picnics and outings. The evaluation aimed to determine ...
Line 25 tram derails in Amsterdam-East, multiple lines diverted
A line 25 tram derailed near Muiderpoortstation in Amsterdam-East around noon, causing no injuries but leading to significant transport disruptions. Tram lines 7, 14, 19, and 25 are currently diverted...
Assen art heist suspect made no deal and denies presence at robbery
Bernhard Z., a 35-year-old lead suspect in the Drents Museum art heist, has denied involvement in the robbery and refused to strike a deal with the Public Prosecutor. He maintains that he was not amon...
Tram derails at Muiderpoort station, GVB adjusts schedule
Construction of Port of IJmuiden business park to start in August, residents consulted on relocation of historic stairs
Construction of the IJmuider Delta business park, featuring 31 business units in the IJmuiden port area, is scheduled to begin in mid-August. Local residents are being consulted regarding the relocati...
Not all suspects in Assen art heist reached deal with prosecution
Bernard Z., a 35-year-old suspect in the January 2023 art heist at the Drents Museum in Assen, has not reached a plea deal with prosecutors. He is scheduled to stand trial next week for his alleged in...
US reportedly releases frozen Iranian assets
The United States has reportedly agreed to release frozen Iranian assets in Qatar and other foreign banks in exchange for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. While an anonymous Iranian official...