Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Karremans has no sympathy for trucker highway protests against high fuel prices
Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management Vincent Karremans expressed his disapproval of truck drivers blocking highways during protests against high fuel prices on Thursday morning. The demonst...
Heemskerk supermarket stabbing suspect has been severely disturbed for years: ‘I couldn’t control myself,’ he tells judge about stabbing two random victims
A 44-year-old man from Amsterdam appeared before a court in Haarlem for stabbing two random women at a supermarket in Heemskerk on November 11, 2024. The suspect testified that he had felt for years t...
Information evening on A9-Zuid electricity station in Spaarndam
Grid operator Tennet and the province of North Holland are hosting an information session about the new A9-Zuid electricity station. The event will take place on April 20 at the Spaarndam Village Cent...
Temporary ban on steel slag extended, but future remains uncertain
The Dutch government has extended the temporary ban on the use of steel slag for another six months. During a debate in the House of Representatives, it became clear that long-term regulations for thi...
Ajax coach Óscar García has four injury doubts for FC Twente clash
Ajax coach Óscar García faces uncertainty regarding the availability of players Davy Klaassen, Kian Fitz-Jim, and Takehiro Tomiyasu for the upcoming home match against FC Twente. However, there is o...
Weski defense: context missing from messages in case file
The defense team for former lawyer Inez Weski asserts that critical exonerating messages are missing from her criminal case file. They contend that these omitted communications would prove she did not...
Cabinet extends Evertsen mission in Mediterranean by one month
The Dutch government has extended the mission of the frigate Zr. Ms. Evertsen in the eastern Mediterranean until early May. The vessel was deployed to help protect NATO allies from threats related to ...
With more women than men in its ranks, the new Heemstede municipal council can officially get to work: ‘Immediately made national news’
The newly elected municipal council of Heemstede was officially installed on Wednesday evening, notable for having more female than male representatives. Mayor Falgun Binnendijk highlighted that the c...
Macron slams Trump's remarks about his marriage
French President Emmanuel Macron criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for making derogatory remarks about his marriage during a visit to South Korea. Macron described the comments, which allegedly i...
Snelle to release fifth album Binnenspiegel on May 29
Dutch artist Snelle has announced the release of his fifth studio album, titled Binnenspiegel, on May 29. The new record serves as the successor to his 2024 album Achtentwintig.
Majority of parties in Velsen refuse to govern with FVD: 'Remarks about "indigenous Velseners" living here for three generations did not help'
A majority of political parties in Velsen have ruled out forming a coalition with Forum voor Democratie (FVD) following a local debate on Wednesday. The parties cited a lack of trust and significant p...
It’s not a reproach, but a conclusion. I hope Koeman also draws that conclusion after Ecuador
The author describes a playful soccer encounter with a young boy at the AVV Swift fields on the Olympiaplein in Amsterdam. The piece serves as a commentary on Ronald Koeman and the Dutch national team...
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Former Qmusic newsreader Fien Vermeulen to host Shownieuws
Fien Vermeulen is joining the SBS program Shownieuws as a presenter. She recently announced her departure from her role as a newsreader at radio station Qmusic to pursue this new opportunity.
Radio DJ fired by BBC after years-old child abuse investigation
The BBC has fired radio DJ Scott Mills following new developments in a police investigation concerning sexual offenses against a minor. Although the broadcaster has known about the allegations since 2...
Salwa seeks Dutch-speaking volunteers for Uitgeest station coffee bar: 'A good morning starts after coffee'
Salwa is seeking Dutch-speaking volunteers to staff the coffee bar located on the platform of Uitgeest station. The establishment has become a popular morning stop for commuters, providing a simple st...
Heemstede gym stands by controversial price hike approach: 'In our view, it couldn't have been more personal'
Heemstede gym HealthclubNU is facing backlash from members and the consumer program Radar following a controversial subscription price increase. Despite the criticism regarding their communication met...
Nils Rossen extends stay at Telstar: Club triggers option in talented midfielder's contract
Telstar has extended the contract of talented midfielder Nils Rossen until July 2027 by exercising a specific option in his agreement. Simultaneously, the club announced it will be parting ways with p...
Velsen unconcerned about finances after poor BDO rating; no additional cuts expected
The local government of Velsen remains unconcerned despite being ranked as one of the most financially unhealthy municipalities in the Netherlands by accounting firm BDO. The council stated in respons...
Weski lashes out at Prosecution: What the prosecutor says is bullshit
Former lawyer Inez Weski criticized the Dutch Public Prosecution Service during a court hearing regarding the reading of case file notes. After calling a prosecutor's statement 'bullshit,' she receive...