Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Deaths in Israeli attacks on Gaza and West Bank
Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip have killed at least three people, according to local authorities. Additionally, one person was killed by Israeli soldiers in the occupied West Bank.
Filming of new Tomb Raider series halted due to Sophie Turner injury
Filming for the new Tomb Raider series has been temporarily paused due to an injury sustained by lead actress Sophie Turner. The 30-year-old British actress is reportedly suffering from a back injury,...
The Tile Taxi is running again
Spaarnelanden's 'Tegeltaxi' service will provide free collection of removed garden tiles in Haarlem from March to October 2026. This initiative aims to increase urban greenery to improve biodiversity ...
Art Pop-Up exhibition featuring works by Iris Planting and Donna Corban in Zandvoort
A special art pop-up exhibition featuring works by artists Iris Planting and Donna Corban will soon be held at the Old Town Hall in Zandvoort. The event offers visitors a chance to view unique art pie...
18-year-old from Heemstede who shot man in shoulder after King’s Day won’t return to juvenile detention
An 18-year-old from Heemstede has been sentenced to 100 hours of community service for shooting a person in the shoulder in Haarlem following King's Day celebrations. The court decided he does not nee...
Dutch cabinet reverses UNRWA funding cuts this year
The Dutch cabinet has restored the 19 million euro subsidy for the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) effective this year. Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma announced the reversal of previously planne...
Sensational aerial photos of Amsterdam
This article presents a collection of sensational aerial photographs showcasing the city of Amsterdam from a high-altitude perspective. The images offer a unique and breathtaking look at the city's la...
Fewer new mini-cars in the city after city-wide parking permit scrapped
The number of new mini-cars in Amsterdam has significantly decreased following the removal of city-wide parking permits for these vehicles in September. Data shows monthly registrations dropped from o...
Zelensky proposes Easter truce for energy infrastructure
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that his country is open to an Easter ceasefire. He also noted that allies have requested Ukraine to stop attacking the Russian oil sector to avoid furthe...
IJmuiden Bunker Museum opens anniversary year Sunday. Renovated main bunker Badweg
The Bunkermuseum in IJmuiden is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the reopening of its renovated main bunker this Sunday. Located on the Badweg, the museum marks this milestone as it officially be...
Netherlands also asks Israel not to expand death penalty
The Netherlands has joined Germany, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom in calling on Israel not to expand the use of the death penalty. Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen announced the country's suppor...
Seven years in prison for Helmond father after baby's death
A 35-year-old man from Helmond has been sentenced to seven years in prison for the death of his six-week-old son in 2021. The court in Den Bosch ruled that the infant died from severe brain injuries c...
Closures and diversions: Roadworks on Geesterweg-Prinses Beatrixlaan ahead of roundabout construction
Work to convert the intersection of Geesterweg and Prinses Beatrixlaan into a roundabout will begin in early April to improve traffic safety. The project will involve preparatory construction, resulti...
Elected district council member not allowed to take seat on behalf of Leefbaar
Patricia Reichman, an elected district council member for Leefbaar Rotterdam in the Blijdorp-Bergpolder-Liskwartier area, will not be allowed to represent the party in her seat. The party spokesperson...
Ukraine apologizes to Finland for fallen drones
Ukraine has apologized to Finland after two drones crashed on Finnish territory on Sunday morning. The drones were reportedly intended for targets in Russia and were not aimed at Finland.
Final day of Ali B trial continues after witness hearings
The witness testimony phase in the appeal hearing of the sexual offense case against Ali B has concluded. The court session is temporarily suspended and is scheduled to resume at 1:30 PM today.
Eight suspects arrested for large-scale crypto and bank helpdesk fraud: over 1.7 million euros in losses
Dutch police have arrested eight suspects following a major investigation into large-scale crypto and bank helpdesk fraud. The fraudulent activities resulted in more than 1.7 million euros in damages ...
Man (48) dies in workplace accident at Zaandam construction site
A 48-year-old man died on Monday morning following an industrial accident at a construction site on Thorbeckeweg in Zaandam. The victim was working on a temporary bridge when he became trapped under a...
23-year-old from IJsselstein caught red-handed in bank helpdesk fraud: gang stole 1.7 million euros
A 23-year-old man from IJsselstein was caught red-handed for his involvement in a bank helpdesk and cryptocurrency fraud scheme. He is believed to be part of a criminal group that stole more than 1.7 ...
Spain closes airspace to US aircraft attacking Iran
Spain has closed its airspace to United States aircraft involved in military strikes against Iran, according to reports from El País. This move follows the Spanish government's earlier refusal to all...