Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Heemskerk and Beverwijk investigate construction of heat networks to reduce natural gas consumption
The municipalities of Heemskerk and Beverwijk are investigating the implementation of heating networks to reduce natural gas consumption. On Thursday, they signed an intent agreement with heat company...
From parking garage fire to overshooting plane at the Kaagbaan: dozens of new PFAS suspect sites at Schiphol
A systematic investigation into soil and water at Schiphol Airport has identified approximately 100 locations with confirmed or potential PFAS contamination. These suspect sites are linked to historic...
Chinouk (29) runs through RAI to fight cancer: ‘My mother died after an illness of just eight days’
Chinouk van de Kuil is organizing a unique charity run through the RAI convention center in Amsterdam to raise funds for the Dutch Cancer Society. The event honors her mother, who passed away from can...
Dutch Safety Board: bridge operator must reduce risk, no investigation needed
The Dutch Safety Board (OVV) has concluded that bridge and lock managers must prioritize public safety by strictly adhering to existing risk-reduction guidelines. The board stated that additional inve...
US Senate backs end to shutdown after airport chaos
The United States Senate has passed a funding proposal for the Department of Homeland Security to end a partial government shutdown that left thousands of federal employees unpaid. The legislation aim...
Five arrests in investigation into criminal drug gang
Five individuals were arrested in Rotterdam and Hazeldonk on Wednesday as part of an investigation into a criminal drug organization. The suspects face charges including leading a criminal enterprise,...
Brian dreams of a job with the Italian commandos: ‘In that line of work you can really serve your country’
Nineteen-year-old Brian, an Italian living in the Netherlands, dreams of joining the Italian commandos to serve his country. He expresses a strong desire to find a career where he can make a significa...
Israel reports large-scale airstrikes on central Tehran
The Israeli military reported conducting large-scale airstrikes on the Iranian capital of Tehran on Friday morning. The attacks targeted the city center, marking a significant escalation in regional h...
German Foreign Minister expects talks between Iran and US soon
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul expects direct negotiations between Iran and the United States to commence soon. He stated that the two nations have already been in indirect contact and are no...
Rotterdam synagogue explosion suspects held longer
Four suspects arrested in connection with an explosion at a synagogue in Rotterdam will remain in custody for at least thirty more days. The Public Prosecution Service announced the detention extensio...
Israeli military asks Lebanese to evacuate, explosions in Beirut
The Israeli military has ordered residents of the village of Sajd in southern Lebanon to evacuate, citing planned operations against Hezbollah activities in the area. This directive comes amid reports...
Iran threatens hotels where US troops stay
Iran has issued new threats against hotels in the Gulf States where United States military personnel are stationed. Army spokesman Abolfazl Shekarchi stated that any building housing Americans becomes...
Suriname officially out of World Cup after defeat to Bolivia
Suriname's national football team has failed to qualify for the upcoming World Cup following a 2-1 loss to Bolivia in the intercontinental play-off semi-finals. Bolivia will now advance to face Iraq i...
Iran reports attacks on Israel and Gulf states
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard has announced that it launched missiles and drones targeting military and energy infrastructure in Israel and the Gulf States. The report was released by the Iranian ne...
Dua Lipa takes third film role in comedy about popular girls at school reunion
Singer Dua Lipa has secured her third film role in the upcoming comedy "Peaked." The movie follows a group of formerly popular girls who attempt to relive their glory days at a high school reunion.
Fuel prices skyrocket but travel allowance stays flat: this option could work in your favor
The Dutch trade union FNV has urged the government to increase tax-free travel allowances in response to rising fuel prices. However, employees are unlikely to see immediate changes as it will take si...
After successful Winter Games, new bobsledders line up and Dave Wesselink has a sore body
Dave Wesselink, the pilot for the Dutch bobsleigh team, reflects on his Olympic journey leading to the Milan games and the physical toll of the sport. Following recent successes at the Winter Games, t...
Gold is no longer a safe haven for now: 'Markets expect a longer crisis'
Gold prices have experienced a significant decline since the start of the conflict in the Middle East, recording their worst weekly performance in decades. Markets are currently anticipating a prolong...
Friso de Zweeuw started his collection with a GDR medal from a souvenir shop, now he has a complete museum
Friso de Zweeuw established a museum in Monnickendam dedicated to the DDR after starting his collection with a single souvenir medal. The museum is being featured as part of a series highlighting uniq...
Triple Threat threatened with expulsion from basketball league over dirty floor; emergency measures taken to prevent it
The basketball club Triple Threat faced potential expulsion from the national top league due to hazardous court conditions at the Spaarnehal caused by a municipal cleaning error. To prevent sanctions ...