Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
State commission: anti-discrimination recommendations not followed
The Dutch State Commission against Discrimination and Racism's final report finds that the government has failed to sufficiently implement recommendations to combat widespread discrimination within it...
Sam van Royen doesn't consider himself a nepo baby: 'I followed my own path'
Sam van Royen, the son of writer Heleen van Royen and presenter Ton van Royen, rejected the "nepo baby" label during an appearance on Shownieuws. He stated that he has followed his own career path and...
From scanning files to the only first-time buyer broker in the Netherlands: Laurens helps young homebuyers get started
Laurens, a specialized realtor based in Heemskerk, assists young first-time buyers in navigating the challenging Dutch housing market. His work focuses on helping starters overcome obstacles like risi...
New playground for Oud-IJmuiden: Contractor starts work
A new playground is currently under construction on Carolinastraat in Oud-IJmuiden for local children. The contractor has already installed the first pieces of play equipment as work on the project pr...
Video | Suzan & Freek share footage of concert series in new documentary trailer
Lebanese archaeological complex damaged by Israeli attack
An Israeli bombardment on the southern Lebanese city of Tyre has damaged an ancient archaeological complex dating back to the Roman era. The site, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, was ...
Self-driving taxis will soon be available in London
Uber is preparing to launch a self-driving taxi service in London, with user registration opening this Monday. The robotaxis are expected to be operational in the English capital within the next few m...
Asylum seekers from overcrowded Ter Apel can stay in Roden until Thursday
Asylum seekers unable to stay at the overcrowded registration center in Ter Apel will be temporarily housed in a sports hall in Roden until Thursday morning. This emergency accommodation prevents them...
Halsema advocates purchasing vacant churches for other religions in memo on separation of church and state
Hillegom property owner takes Zaanstad to Council of State over house splitting penalty: 'Incomprehensible'
Contractor Martijn Meskers from Hillegom has appealed to the Council of State regarding a 36,000 euro fine imposed by the municipality of Zaanstad. The dispute concerns a 2019 case where a property in...
What does a business lunch straight from the farm taste like? The Farm Kitchen from Hoofddorp shows it daily
The Farm Kitchen, led by chef Jonathan Karpathios, provides sustainable farm-to-table lunches to over a thousand employees at the Pharos building in Hoofddorp. The facility offers a menu focused on lo...
Six-party coalition in Bloemendaal: Informateurs see chance for broad-based agreement
Informateurs Alex de Vries and Bruno Giebels have proposed a six-party coalition for the municipality of Bloemendaal following the March municipal elections. The potential alliance includes VVD, D66, ...
Ukraine receives nearly six billion euros from EU for drones
The European Union will disburse the first 5.9 billion euro installment of a 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine this month. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas announced that these funds are specifically...
Class action lawsuit over cervical cancer screening data breach
The Women’s Rights Collective has launched a mass claim against the laboratory Clinical Diagnostics following a data leak that compromised the medical records of hundreds of thousands of women. The ...
Discount chain Die Grenze clashes with NVWA over dirt-cheap beer: ‘Read the law properly’
The Dutch discount chain Die Grenze is in a dispute with the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) over the legality of its high alcohol discounts. Owner Bert Hesselink argues ...
Iran announces end of attacks on Israel
Iran has announced that its military operation against Israel has concluded for the time being. However, the country warned that future attacks will be more severe if Israel persists with its offensiv...
These Heemstede residents hope the village shows massive support for refugee housing on June 20. 'If you have enough, build a longer table, not a higher wall'
On June 20, World Refugee Day, residents of Heemstede will participate in a walk to advocate for the establishment of refugee housing in their village. The initiative 'Welkom in Heemstede' organized t...
Tagore Park on Strandeiland open
Tagorepark has officially opened on Strandeiland in Amsterdam, featuring lush greenery and a large sports section. The new park offers residents and visitors a dedicated space for recreation and physi...
Large area around Leidsebosje cordoned off due to suspicious situation involving tourist bus
Convincing case for curfew effectiveness was missing, says Bruls
Hubert Bruls, the former chairman of the Security Council, testified to a parliamentary inquiry that a convincing argument for the effectiveness of the early 2021 curfew was missing when it was introd...