Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
What should I do with mistletoe in my garden?
Boer Tom provides gardening advice to a reader from Den Helder regarding a mistletoe plant she previously planted in her garden. The reader is seeking information on whether the plant can be pruned an...
New university library also overcrowded: Half an hour searching and still no spot
Students at the University of Amsterdam are facing severe overcrowding at the newly opened library on the former Binnengasthuisterrein, often lining up before opening to secure a spot. While the facil...
Dozens dead as bus plunges into river in Bangladesh
At least 24 people died in Bangladesh after a passenger bus carrying approximately 40 people plunged into the Padma River. The incident occurred while the bus was attempting to board a ferry.
Scammers active again with fake porn site fines and extortion; 5,000 paid annually
Fraudsters are increasingly sending fake fines and extortion notices claiming to be from the Dutch Central Judicial Collection Agency (CJIB). The Fraud Help Desk reports that approximately 5,000 peopl...
Harry Potter series on HBO from Christmas Day
Warner Bros. has announced that the new Harry Potter series will premiere on HBO Max around Christmas this year. The announcement was made during an event held in London on Wednesday.
Housing project De Heerlijkheid Curtis in Heemskerk delayed by up to 1.5 years due to nitrogen regulations
The De Heerlijkheid Curtis housing project in Heemskerk has been delayed by up to 1.5 years due to nitrogen regulations. Local officials are currently awaiting a national breakthrough regarding nitrog...
Uitgeest battles weeds: first brushcutters and boiling water, then the street sweeper
The municipality of Uitgeest has launched its seasonal weed control program for paved surfaces, including sidewalks, bike paths, and streets. Maintenance crews are using a combination of brush cutters...
Toos & Henk - March 26
Cartoonist Paul Kusters shares his unique perspective on current events through the 'Toos & Henk' comic strip. The series is published daily from Monday through Saturday.
River cruise ship hits Amsterdam Bridge and cannot continue
Women off sick due to stress twice as often as men
Women are twice as likely as men to take sick leave due to stress, especially those between the ages of 25 and 45. On average, employees who stop working due to stress-related issues remain absent for...
WHO: health situation in Cuba is deeply concerning
World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has described the health situation in Cuba as "deeply worrying" in a statement on social media. The assessment highlights growing ...
Soy Kroon portrays cabaret artist Frans Halsema: ‘His mother-in-law said: you must do this’
Bus 35 to disappear, leading Tuindorp Oostzaan to fear the worst: ‘It makes no sense’
Brazil unveils first locally assembled fighter jet
Brazil has unveiled its first domestically assembled Gripen supersonic jet fighter, becoming the first Latin American nation to produce such an aircraft. The project is a collaboration with the Swedis...
Police investigate shooting and explosion in Den Bosch
Police are investigating a shooting incident and an explosion that occurred on Wednesday night in the Empel neighborhood of Den Bosch. The incident took place on the Breeakkers street and is currently...
Triple Threat forced to let Lions go and is now in the waiting room
The Haarlem basketball team Triple Threat suffered a defeat against the Lions from Landsmeer despite a strong performance during one phase of the match. The loss places the team in a waiting position ...
River cruise ship hits Amsterdamsebrug, captain slightly injured
A river cruise ship collided with the Amsterdamsebrug over the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal on Wednesday evening, causing significant damage to the vessel's wheelhouse and slightly injuring the skipper. The ...
CEO of largest asset manager warns of dire consequences if oil hits $150
Larry Fink, the CEO of BlackRock, has warned of severe global economic consequences if oil prices reach $150 per barrel. He described a potential doom scenario that would be felt worldwide should such...
Figure skaters Tsiba and Danilova out after finishing last in short program
Dutch figure skaters Michel Tsiba and Daria Danilova were eliminated from the World Championships in Prague after finishing in last place during the short program. The pair earned a score of 48.77, fa...
Tariq Ramadan sentenced to 18 years in prison in Paris for rape
Swiss Islamic scholar Tariq Ramadan has been sentenced to 18 years in prison by a French court for the rape of three women. Ramadan, who was not present for the ruling, will also be banned from enteri...