Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Rapper Diddy's release date moved forward again
The release date for American rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs has been moved forward again, with his release now scheduled ten days earlier than previously planned. This update follows reports from various ...
Daan Schuurmans stepping over fallen soldiers was a 'jump the shark' moment
#mytip: What to do with hot ham and wasting drinking water?
The Ombudsman team is sharing practical consumer tips submitted by readers to help others with everyday issues. These suggestions include advice on various topics, such as how to prevent the wastage o...
Majority of savers: Do not invest money in porn and gambling industries
A majority of savers oppose bank investments in the gambling and pornography industries, with women demonstrating a higher level of ethical concern than men. The survey findings also indicate that wom...
Neighborhood not surprised by rats in restaurant: "Gross, but very Amsterdam"
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) closed a restaurant in Amsterdam-Oost after social media footage revealed a rat infestation in the kitchen. While local residents expr...
One-third of bus stops in North Holland are not accessible for people with disabilities; stops at train stations in Velsen and Haarlem are poorly accessible
A study reveals that over one-third of the 3,012 bus stops in the province of North Holland are not accessible for people with physical or visual disabilities. Bus stops in Haarlem and Velsen are spec...
How often and how short to mow? Scarifying? Grass clippings? What to do with your lawn
Farmer Tom answers various reader questions received via Instagram regarding proper lawn maintenance. The column provides advice on mowing frequency and height, scarifying techniques, and how to handl...
Near-record number of applications for home sustainability loans
The National Heat Fund reported a 73% increase in loan applications for home sustainability in March compared to the same month last year. This surge brings the number of requests close to record leve...
Cardi B feels 'reborn' after split from rapper Offset
Cardi B shared that she feels "reborn" following her 2024 divorce from fellow rapper Offset. The American couple had been married for seven years prior to their separation.
Employers call for calm in collective bargaining: 'High wage demands not wise'
Dutch employers are calling for moderation in wage demands during collective bargaining negotiations as inflation continues to rise. They warn that high labor costs and geopolitical tensions are alrea...
Toos & Henk - April 2
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides his unique daily perspective on current events through the Toos & Henk comic strip. The feature is published from Monday to Saturday.
No trains between Schiphol and Leiden due to stranded train
Architect Van Bergen on Bergen building plans: Add quality, not just bricks
Architect Michael van Bergen, winner of the 2025 Amsterdam prize for best housing project, shared his insights on housing developments in his hometown of Bergen. He emphasized that construction projec...
Powerless Bloemendaal politicians consider legal action after province rejects enforcement request for Camping Vogelenzang
Politicians in Bloemendaal are considering legal action after the local executive board refused a provincial request to intervene in developments at Camping Vogelenzang. Representatives from GroenLink...
At least fifteen homes in Velsen contain carcinogenic UF foam; 'used sparingly' says housing association spokesperson
A survey revealed that at least fifteen homes managed by Brederode Wonen in Velsen contain carcinogenic urea-formaldehyde (UF) foam. While Woningbedrijf Velsen reports no instances of the material in ...
Priority mail price hike: funeral card doubles in price
Starting in July, PostNL will significantly increase rates for 24-hour delivery services, including bereavement cards and medical mail. These items will cost several euros per piece as the postal serv...
Trump mocks Macron during private lunch
During a private lunch on Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly mocked French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife. A video recording of the event was briefly available on the official W...
IJmond municipalities to engage with chronically ill residents: 'We want to see what we can learn from each other'
The municipalities of Beverwijk, Heemskerk, and Velsen are launching a pilot program from April 1 to July 1 offering health conversations for residents with chronic illnesses. Participants have the op...
Iran: no talks on pause in fighting, US demands ‘irrational’
Iran has denied reports of ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire in the Middle East, calling the demands from the United States irrational. This statement comes as U.S. President Donald Trump prepares ...
PostNL to deliver letters within two days from July 12
Starting July 12, PostNL will shift its standard letter delivery from next-day to within two days to ensure service reliability and manage high operational costs. This change follows a government deci...