Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Fewer reports of wolf attacks on livestock in first three months
The number of reported wolf attacks on livestock in the Netherlands decreased during the first quarter of this year for the first time in several years. According to data from BIJ12, 255 incidents wer...
The battle against tourist shops: why the city center isn't changing
The municipality of Amsterdam is struggling to reduce the number of tourist-oriented shops in its city center, with research showing that 583 such businesses still exist despite years of restrictive p...
Souvenirs, rubber ducks and stroopwafels: still hundreds of tourist shops in the city
A survey by AT5 identified 583 tourist-oriented businesses in Amsterdam's city center, including 145 souvenir shops and over 120 pizzerias and steakhouses. Despite municipal efforts since 2016 to curb...
Conflicts with parents dampen job satisfaction at many primary schools: ‘One conversation in which a parent crosses all boundaries negates a hundred good ones’
A survey of 414 primary school directors reveals that 64% report decreased job satisfaction due to conflicts or threats from parents. These tensions increase pressure on teaching teams and can signifi...
Soufiane Hetli prepares for end of season with Telstar: 'I found it more exciting in the play-offs last year'
Soufiane Hetli has lost his regular starting position at Telstar following the arrival of new players during the winter break. The 24-year-old admits he needs to be more effective as the team prepares...
NOC*NSF on new elite sports income plans: 'We want sport to be recognized as a profession'
The NOC*NSF has introduced a detailed plan aimed at improving the incomes of elite athletes and having sports officially recognized as a profession. The initiative seeks to address long-standing finan...
Toos & Henk - April 4
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides a unique perspective on current events through his daily comic strip, Toos & Henk. The cartoons are published from Monday to Saturday and offer a satirical look at the...
LIVE Eredivisie | Groningen look to follow up big win over AZ against relegation candidate Telstar
FC Groningen faces Telstar in an Eredivisie matchup as the home side battles to avoid relegation. Groningen enters the game looking to build on their momentum following a recent 3-0 win over AZ.
LIVE Eredivisie | Intriguing clash at Johan Cruijff Arena: 4th-placed Ajax vs 5th-placed FC Twente
Ajax faces FC Twente at the Johan Cruijff Arena in a crucial Eredivisie match between the fourth and fifth-placed teams. Both clubs are competing for a second-place finish to secure qualification for ...
Happy Easter, but not for 120,000 day-old cockerels
During the Easter holiday, millions of eggs are consumed, but the industry faces ethical concerns regarding the daily gassing of approximately 120,000 day-old male chicks. Despite the availability of ...
Vocational graduates bring much-needed diversity, yet only 13 percent of Haarlem region councilors are practically trained
Only 13 percent of city council members in the Haarlem region have a practical education background, highlighting a significant lack of representation for MBO graduates. Despite the diversity of skill...
Castricum parking lot is very busy, Uitgeest and Heiloo are not so bad. ‘The bicycle parking is annoying’
Commuters at train stations in Castricum, Uitgeest, and Heiloo face varying levels of parking availability, with Castricum experiencing significant congestion. The report also highlights a typical tra...
Better off behind the checkout than on stage, time to strike? Union leader Douwe de Vries: ‘I don’t want to get ahead of the troops’
Approximately 40% of Dutch Olympic athletes are struggling to survive on a minimum income, leading to calls for better financial support. Douwe de Vries, chairman of the union NL Sporter, discusses th...
Dozens injured in Lima stadium after structure collapse
At least 47 people were injured on Friday after a structure collapsed at the Alejandro Villanueva stadium in Lima, Peru. Local health authorities confirmed the incident via social media, though specif...
Beverwijk politician Inge Rood resigns from BBB and leaves North Holland provincial council group
Politician Inge Rood from Beverwijk has resigned from the BoerBurgerBeweging (BBB) and her role as a duo-committee member in the Provincial Council of Noord-Holland. She had been active within the par...
Rail problems around Den Bosch resolved
Train traffic around Den Bosch is scheduled to resume on Saturday morning following a service disruption. Previously, routes between Den Bosch and Tilburg, and Den Bosch and Boxtel, were halted due to...
Bench Parade now available as audio: TriArcus Foundation funds audio tour of Heemskerk art benches: 'Amazing number of families walking the route'
The Bankjesparade art route in Heemskerk has launched a new audio tour funded by Stichting TriArcus, allowing visitors to listen to information about the artistic benches. This update adds an interact...
Multiple attacks reported in Middle East
Over the weekend, several countries in the Middle East reported a series of retaliatory attacks, including Iranian missiles fired at Israel. In response, the Israeli military conducted strikes on targ...
Iran and US continue search for missing F-15 crew member in Iran
Both Iranian and U.S. authorities are searching for a missing F-15 crew member in southwestern Iran after the aircraft was reportedly shot down on Friday. Local security forces and residents in the Ko...
Booked flight holidays can become significantly more expensive up to six weeks before departure
Travelers who have booked flight holidays for the upcoming summer may face mandatory surcharges due to rising kerosene costs. Consumers only have the right to cancel their trip free of charge if the t...