Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Nearly 910 Haarlem motorists sent to dangerous driving courses in recent years
A total of 909 drivers from Haarlem were sent to the CBR for mandatory driving courses or investigations due to dangerous behavior in recent years. This follows a nationwide trend of increasing number...
45-year-old from Velsen-Noord threatened parents and set car on fire, prosecutors say: 'Cough up the money or else blood'
A 45-year-old man from Velsen-Noord is accused of setting a car on fire in Beverwijk and threatening his parents on January 22. The case appeared before a court in Alkmaar on Monday, though it has not...
Pakistan calls for extension of truce between Iran and US
Pakistani Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has urged Iran and the United States to extend their current ceasefire. Pakistan is acting as a mediator between the two nations, with the U.S. seeking a ...
Truck hits bridge in Abbenes: Road strewn with glue powder, A44 closed
A truck accident occurred on Tuesday afternoon near Abbenes when a vehicle struck a bridge, spilling glue powder and tiles onto the road. As a result, authorities have closed the A44 highway heading t...
Poultry housing order lifted, except in Gelderse Vallei
State Secretary Silvio Erkens has lifted the poultry confinement obligation for hobbyists and commercial farms across most of the Netherlands. The mandate remains in effect only for the Gelderse Valle...
Haarlem gym teacher (49) who made girls perform online sexual acts to be released Wednesday
A 49-year-old gym teacher from Haarlem accused of online indecency with dozens of girls will be released from custody this Wednesday. The court ruled that the suspect is permitted to await his trial i...
Prices of used petrol and diesel cars fall gradually as demand for used electric vehicles skyrockets since start of war
The Dutch government has implemented an oil plan due to rising Middle East tensions and sustained high fuel prices. Consequently, the demand for used electric vehicles is surging while the prices for ...
Still no residential care location found in Southeast for vulnerable Amsterdammers
Investigation into dumped barrels along Kanaalweg in Beverwijk
Firefighters were called to investigate several dumped barrels discovered along the Kanaalweg in Beverwijk on Tuesday afternoon. The emergency response began around 3:00 PM following the report of the...
17-year-old arrested for kicking pedestrian into water on Oosterdokskade
A 17-year-old boy from Lelystad was arrested for assaulting a pedestrian and kicking them into the water at the Oosterdokskade in Amsterdam on March 2. The victim managed to climb out of the water saf...
Supermarket opening hours in Haarlem during King's Day 2026
This article provides the opening hours for supermarkets in Haarlem during King's Day 2026. It serves as a guide for residents and visitors needing to purchase supplies or snacks during the national h...
Paternotte: Jetten stayed on top of asylum laws as prime minister
D66 parliamentary leader Jan Paternotte defended Rob Jetten’s performance regarding asylum legislation, stating that Jetten worked diligently in his role as Prime Minister. These comments were made ...
Who are the best street footballers in Amsterdam?
The Johan Cruyff Street League is returning to Amsterdam, where children from all parts of the city will compete for the title of best street football team. The tournament seeks to crown the top stree...
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Court imposes lighter sentence than demanded for abuse of children being babysat
The Court of Appeal in Den Bosch has sentenced Peter S. and Nancy D. to prison terms of eight and fourteen years, respectively, for the sexual abuse of seven children they babysat in the Eindhoven are...
Apple wins lawsuit against Dutch seller: counterfeit AirPods must be removed
Apple has won a summary proceeding against the Dutch wholesaler TTP Concept in Style for selling counterfeit AirPods Pro. The court ruled that the company infringed on Apple's trademark rights and ord...
Carrie ten Napel replaces Özcan Akyol after conflict on Sterren op het Doek
Carrie ten Napel has been named the new host of the television show Sterren op het Doek, replacing Özcan Akyol after his conflict with Omroep MAX director Jan Slagter. The new episodes featuring Ten ...
Relief and concern in Amsterdam after asylum laws rejected: ‘Feels like a breather but the unease remains’
Wilders takes no responsibility for rejected asylum law
Geert Wilders has refused to take responsibility for the rejection of the asylum emergency measures law in the Dutch Senate. The bill's failure followed a shift in the PVV's position on a legislative ...
Significant damage in accident involving ambulance and two cars in Haarlem
On Tuesday afternoon, an ambulance and two cars were involved in a collision on the Amerikaweg in Haarlem. The accident resulted in significant vehicle damage, although no details on potential injurie...