Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Ronald Schröer finishes second at Zandvoort Circuit Run with bleeding foot after accidentally wearing wife's shoe: 'I don't want them back'
Ronald Schröer finished second in the 17th Zandvoort Circuit Run despite running with a bleeding foot after accidentally wearing his wife's right shoe. He completed the race in 36:58, finishing just ...
What makes a 'Heintje Davids' a successful one? Not the way I did it, at least
The author examines the Dutch expression "Heintje Davids," which is used to describe someone who repeatedly returns after announcing their retirement. They share a personal anecdote about mistakenly b...
What are affordable pesticide-free alternatives to snack vegetables?
Following reports that snack vegetables may contain high levels of pesticides, many parents are seeking safer ways to ensure their children consume enough produce. While organic options provide a toxi...
Ben can ski pain-free despite bone growth after free boot adjustment
Ben Keesom, who suffers from a bone growth in his ankle, is now able to ski painlessly after receiving a free custom adjustment to his ski boots. The modification was provided by Skicentrum Heemskerk ...
From marshy field to global airport: Schiphol marks exactly 100 years in Amsterdam's hands
Amsterdam is marking the 100th anniversary of acquiring Schiphol Airport from the Ministry of War on April 1, 1926. The airport transitioned from a muddy military field into a global aviation hub, wit...
Sef and Faberyayo's absurdism fortunately needs no explanation
Almost as many Dutch people digitally skilled as two years ago
According to Statistics Netherlands (CBS), 84 percent of Dutch citizens aged 16 to 75 possess basic digital skills in 2025, a slight increase from 83 percent in 2023. The data indicates that 16 percen...
NYT: US used untested missiles in attack on Iranian school
The Pentagon reportedly used missiles that had not been combat-tested during a lethal strike on an Iranian sports hall and school on February 28. These findings, reported by The New York Times, are ba...
Beau van Erven Dorens calls it 'shitty' that RTL Tonight is ending
Presenter Beau van Erven Dorens expressed his disappointment during Sunday's broadcast of RTL Tonight regarding the network's decision to cancel the show. He described the news of the program ending a...
HRW: Iran used illegal cluster bombs in attacks on Israel
Human Rights Watch reports that the Iranian government has repeatedly used illegal cluster bombs in attacks on Israel since February 28. These attacks have resulted in at least four civilian deaths, w...
Court: Mayor was allowed to fine Haarlem business for oversized terrace
A judge has ruled that Haarlem Mayor Jos Wienen was authorized to impose a penalty on restaurant Markd for maintaining an oversized terrace on Damstraat. The court confirmed that the mayor acted withi...
Toos & Henk - March 30
Cartoonist Paul Kusters offers a daily perspective on current events through his comic series, Toos & Henk. New installments are published every week from Monday through Saturday.
Farmers pressure cabinet: ‘Follow Germany and open the hunt for the wolf’
Dutch farmers and the agricultural organization LTO Noord are urging the new cabinet to permit wolf hunting to reduce the population to manageable levels. They argue that wolves increasingly target ea...
Australia halves fuel excise duty to lower costs
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a 50% reduction in fuel and diesel excise taxes for a period of three months. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on citizens ca...
China resumes flights to North Korea after six years
Air China resumed flights between Beijing and Pyongyang on Monday after a six-year suspension. This development, confirmed by tracking data, restores a key air link between the national capitals of Ch...
Trump: Iran to allow 20 oil tankers through Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States has negotiated with Iran for the passage of 20 oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. This deal aims to stabilize global oil prices, whi...
Number of suspects in Haarlem drops for second year in a row
The number of crime suspects in Haarlem has decreased for the second consecutive year, with 1,160 residents identified as suspects in 2023. These figures were recently released by the Central Bureau o...
At wine café De Pimpelmees, you can eat pizza from across the street out of the box
My little sister was twelve when she died in her bedroom, I always think of her
Amnesty warns of human rights violations at World Cup
Amnesty International has warned of serious human rights risks associated with the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament, scheduled for June and...