Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Four-year prison sentence for Amsterdam resident Mouad el K. following shooting, assaults and threats
A 37-year-old Amsterdam man named Mouad el K. has received a four-year prison sentence for attempted manslaughter and domestic assault. The conviction stems from a shooting incident outside the Badr m...
'ICU boss' and minister: Ernst Kuipers gives explanation to the corona committee
Former Health Minister Ernst Kuipers testified to a parliamentary committee that the Dutch healthcare system never reached a 'code black' state during the COVID-19 pandemic. He reflected on the challe...
Kuipers on government role in societal divisions: ‘Without measures, polarization would have been worse’
Former Health Minister Ernst Kuipers testified that the Dutch healthcare system avoided 'code black' during the pandemic, ensuring continuous ICU capacity. He stressed the importance of balancing futu...
Despite strike, tourists at Central Station: I think I'm stuck in Amsterdam for a few more days
A public transport strike across the Netherlands has halted all train services, except those to Schiphol, leaving many travelers stranded at Amsterdam Central Station. While some international tourist...
Public transport strike: no trains, some buses in Haarlem
A nationwide public transport strike has halted all train services in Haarlem and suspended most bus routes for 24 hours. Organized by the FNV union, the industrial action aims to protest social secur...
Video | Aerial footage shows damage to Nicolas Cage's Malibu villa
Aerial footage captured significant damage to Nicolas Cage's Malibu villa following the impact of Hurricane Marie. The property was struck by dangerous high-energy waves along the California coast tha...
Dutch spending up from last year, especially on sustainable goods
Consumer spending in the Netherlands increased in July, marked by a 3.1 percent rise in purchases of durable goods like vehicles and appliances. Overall consumption grew as households also spent more ...
Explosion at home in Haarlem
An explosion damaged a house on Eendenkooistraat in Haarlem early Wednesday morning, but no injuries were reported. Police have opened an investigation and are seeking witnesses and camera footage to ...
How the new Norwegian King Haakon must deal with family scandals
King Haakon of Norway is beginning his reign facing significant challenges due to family scandals, including controversies surrounding his wife, Mette-Marit, and the criminal actions of her son. While...
Households spend smaller share of income on taxes, especially pensioners
Dutch households are paying a smaller percentage of their gross income toward taxes and social security contributions compared to 2011. Pensioners currently face the lowest tax burden, while single-ea...
Morning rush hour remains quiet despite public transport strike
A nationwide public transport strike has led to a surprisingly quiet morning commute, as many workers adjusted their schedules or worked from home. Despite minor incidents on the A10 and A8 motorways,...
Sharp criticism of expanded powers for intelligence agencies, ‘proposal lacks balance’
Dutch intelligence oversight bodies have criticized a government proposal to expand the powers of the AIVD and MIVD, arguing it lacks sufficient balance and safeguards. The committees warned that the ...
How to prepare for war: In Sweden, even Gen Z with purple hair and nose piercings are ready
Journalist Petra Grijzen investigates civilian readiness for war in the three-part documentary series Klaar voor de oorlog, contrasting Sweden's robust civil defense preparations with the mindset in o...
Rising oil prices make humanitarian aid more expensive: 'This costs children's lives'
Surging oil prices are significantly increasing the cost of delivering humanitarian aid, forcing organizations to reduce their reach or sacrifice essential services. Higher fuel costs for transportati...
Full House actress Lori Loughlin files for divorce from Mossimo Giannuli
Actress Lori Loughlin has filed for divorce from her husband, Mossimo Giannuli, citing irreconcilable differences. The decision follows the couple's involvement in a 2020 college admissions scandal th...
Nothing But Thieves to play shows in Utrecht, Brussels and London on the same day
The band Nothing But Thieves plans to perform three concerts in Utrecht, Brussels, and London on September 19. This unique tour schedule coincides with preparations for their upcoming album release an...
Drought causes significant drop in freight transport on Dutch rivers
Historic low water levels in Dutch rivers during the summer caused a major decline in inland shipping, with cargo volumes dropping nearly 19 percent in August. The crisis particularly impacted interna...
Haarlem municipality spends more on WMO than budgeted for the first time since 2020
Haarlem spent over 32 million euros on WMO social support services last year, remaining under its initial budget for the fifth year in a row. The funding provided essential equipment and household ass...
Silicon Valley was once progressive, but now 'tech bros' are choosing Trump: 'The taboo against being right-wing is gone'
Journalists Laurens Verhagen and George van Hal warn in their book 'De Techbro's' that many in Silicon Valley are shifting toward right-wing politics and authoritarian values. They argue that some tec...
Nationwide public transport strike against social security cuts begins
Public transport workers across the Netherlands have launched a nationwide strike to protest proposed government cuts to social security benefits. The industrial action has led to widespread cancellat...