Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Fatality in serious collision on A9 near Lijnden
A fatal collision between two cars occurred on Monday evening on the A9 motorway at the Raasdorp junction near Lijnden. One driver was reported to be seriously injured in the accident.
Student union to municipalities: relax room rental rules
The National Student Union (LSVb) is calling on Dutch municipalities to relax room-sharing regulations to address the ongoing student housing shortage. A study of fifteen cities, including Amsterdam, ...
Horror in Russia under the rule of 'tsar' Vladimir Putin
The article examines Vladimir Putin's rise from a KGB spy to a dictator and the subsequent regime of oppression in Russia. It highlights the transformation of the country under his rule, referencing l...
Boniface murdered in Dokkum, site of King's Day, but also worked in Velsen to convert locals
King Willem-Alexander will celebrate his 59th birthday in Dokkum, the historical Friesland town where the English missionary Saint Boniface was killed in 754 AD. While famously associated with Dokkum,...
D-day for asylum laws: Can the cabinet still secure a majority?
The Dutch cabinet faces a crucial Senate vote on asylum legislation today, with the outcome currently uncertain. VVD and CDA are seeking support from D66 to secure a majority, as the decision may hing...
Five Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza
At least five Palestinians were killed following Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip on Monday, according to reports from Palestinian authorities. The strikes represent the latest fatalities in the o...
Red Cross sees more people struggling with energy costs
The Dutch Red Cross warns that an increasing number of people are facing financial hardship due to rising energy and fuel costs. Despite government measures, the organization reports that many individ...
Japan lifts post-war restrictions on arms exports
Japan has announced the removal of decades-old restrictions on weapon exports, allowing for the sale of military equipment to friendly nations. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi introduced the policy chan...
First NS train conductors start working with bodycams
The Dutch national railway (NS) has started equipping train conductors with bodycams to help de-escalate conflicts and improve safety. Approximately 3,500 employees are expected to be using the device...
Low bumblebee numbers recorded again in National Bee Count
The annual National Bee Count in the Netherlands reported a low number of bumblebees again this year. Over 2,200 participants recorded approximately 46,000 bees and other pollinators during the citize...
Documentary reveals exactly why almost all Americans love Dolly Parton
Car heavily damaged by fire in Hoofddorp
A car was severely damaged by a fire on Kelloggstraat in Hoofddorp during the night between Monday and Tuesday. Police are currently investigating the incident and have not ruled out the possibility o...
The best food for King's Day and Night in central Amsterdam
The Foundling Podcast: Towel in which Lieve was found has been identified
A new lead has emerged in the search for foundling Lieve's biological family after a woman recognized the specific towel and clothing Lieve was discovered in 15 years ago. Detective Gerard van den Haa...
Lawyer tears apart police investigation into Hoofddorp death penalty tweet: 'Series of procedural errors'
A 60-year-old man from Hoofddorp is accused of inciting violence against public authorities through a tweet. His lawyer has criticized the police investigation, citing a series of procedural errors in...
Mass claim against Odido explodes: over 200,000 sign-ups on first day
More than 200,000 people have joined a mass claim against telecom provider Odido within the first day of its launch. The collective legal action follows a significant data breach that affected the com...
Rebel Wilson accused of 'malicious fabrications' on first day of defamation case
On the first day of a defamation trial, lawyers for actress Charlotte MacInnes accused Rebel Wilson of spreading "malicious fabrications" regarding claims of inappropriate behavior by a film producer....
Our economy grew faster than neighboring countries last year
The Dutch economy grew by 1.8% last year, outperforming neighboring countries primarily due to increased consumer spending. While households had more disposable income to support this growth, many ind...
Toos & Henk - April 21
Cartoonist Paul Kusters produces the 'Toos & Henk' comic strip, which is published every Monday through Saturday. The series features his unique perspective on current events and daily news.
Italian woman (33) scammed out of €4,400 over Amsterdam rental: ‘I have no rights in this country’
Daniela Masciari, a 33-year-old Italian woman, was scammed out of nearly €4,400 after paying a fraudulent realtor for a rental property in Amsterdam that was already occupied. After being turned awa...