Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
38 children in ER every year for swallowing batteries
Research from the Amsterdam UMC reveals that at least 38 children are admitted to emergency rooms annually in the Netherlands after swallowing batteries. Experts warn that these incidents can lead to ...
Burglary at Used Products store in Haarlem
A burglary occurred at the Used Products store on Generaal Cronjestraat in Haarlem on Tuesday morning. The incident took place at the retail location during the early hours of the day.
Woman fined 320 euros for bringing coral and feathers on plane: ‘How?!’ she fumes in court
A woman was fined 320 euros after appearing in court for bringing coral and feathers home as souvenirs on a flight. The case highlights the strict legal consequences for transporting protected natural...
Podcast The Foundling: Masa and Eva found a baby: "It was a very sad cry"
The new podcast 'De Vondeling' follows 22-year-old Lieve as she searches for her biological parents after being abandoned as a newborn in Amsterdam's De Pijp neighborhood in 2003. Accompanied by maker...
American rapper Offset shot outside Florida casino
American rapper Offset was shot on Monday near a casino in Hollywood, Florida. A spokesperson for the artist confirmed the incident and stated that he is currently in stable condition.
ATM blast at Amsteldijk hotel, bomb squad on site
An ATM bombing occurred at a hotel on the Amsteldijk in Amsterdam South around 5:00 AM. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service (EOD) and forensic investigators are currently examining the scene, whic...
Lam consolidates power in Vietnam as party leader and president
To Lam has consolidated his political power in Vietnam after being elected president by the National Assembly on Tuesday. Already serving as the leader of the Communist Party, Lam now holds the top tw...
Lil Nas X charges to be dropped if he continues treatment
Charges against artist Lil Nas X for allegedly attacking police officers will be dismissed provided he continues treatment for his bipolar disorder. To satisfy the agreement, the artist must also avoi...
Kim Lammers has a message for the snoring and blundering KNGU: at least pick up the phone
Dutch field hockey star Kim Lammers has criticized the Royal Dutch Gymnastics Union (KNGU) for poor communication and organizational failures. She emphasized that while elite sports success relies on ...
Camping even more popular due to global unrest: High season already heavily booked
Camping is becoming increasingly popular in the Netherlands, leading to a rise in caravan sales and campsites being fully booked well in advance of the high season. Industry experts attribute this tre...
Toos & Henk - April 6
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides his unique perspective on current events through the daily comic strip 'Toos & Henk'. The series is published from Monday to Saturday.
Herman Koch's The Dinner available for free in November to promote reading
Herman Koch's bestseller 'The Dinner' will be distributed for free throughout the month of November to promote reading. The initiative is part of the national 'Heel Nederland Leest' campaign organized...
Australian soldier arrested on suspicion of war crimes
Highly decorated Australian war veteran Ben Roberts-Smith has been arrested at Sydney Airport on suspicion of war crimes. The 47-year-old former soldier is suspected of involvement in the murder of fi...
How a US customs declaration leads to frustration and confusion for Maria
Maria is facing frustration after being required to pay nearly 15 euros in import duties for a pair of socks sent as a gift from a friend in the United States. The high cost of these fees has turned a...
King's Commissioner sounds alarm in Beverwijk: Municipality ignoring proposed asylum seeker shelter
The King's Commissioner of North Holland has notified the municipality of Beverwijk that the COA has identified a potential emergency shelter location for asylum seekers. This development follows prev...
Crucial greening or subsidy trap? Debate over support for Tata Steel erupts
The Dutch House of Representatives is debating a proposed 2 billion euro subsidy aimed at helping Tata Steel transition to sustainable production methods. The potential funding has sparked significant...
Growing group on welfare needs more help to be able to work
A growing number of welfare recipients in the Netherlands face significant barriers to employment, such as debt and mental health issues, requiring more intensive support. Although the labor market ne...
Crowdfunding for TommyTomato to continue feeding 30,000 children, company flooded with positive reactions
A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to save the Haarlem-based school lunch delivery service TommyTomato from bankruptcy. The initiative aims to raise 35,000 euros to ensure the company can conti...
The Tata debate on billions in subsidies is coming: here are the sticking points
The Dutch House of Representatives is scheduled to hold a six-and-a-half-hour debate this Tuesday regarding billions of euros in proposed subsidies for Tata Steel Netherlands. The discussion will focu...
Construction workers benefit from labor shortages: Wages rising faster than elsewhere
Collective labor agreement wages in the Netherlands rose by an average of 4.5% over the past year, resulting in a 2% real wage increase after accounting for inflation. According to the Central Bureau ...