Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Nieuw-Vennep residents go to court over 'too few' parking spaces at new development: 'Hundreds of new neighbors will soon want to park on our streets'
Six residents in Nieuw-Vennep are taking legal action against a 2,000-home development project at the Pionier-Bols site due to concerns over insufficient parking. The group argues that the current pla...
At least 100 Afghan guards go to court to force evacuation to the Netherlands
Approximately 100 Afghan guards who worked for the Dutch during the NATO mission are taking legal action against the Netherlands to demand evacuation. The guards fear for their safety under the Taliba...
48 trees cut down in Heemskerk: 'Most are dead'
A permit has been requested to cut down 48 trees at the Maerten van Heemskerckplein in Heemskerk, most of which are reportedly dead. The request has caused confusion among residents because the area i...
Opposition party Ons Beverwijk questions rental agreement between municipality and council candidate Klomp. ‘Conflict of interest?’
The opposition party Ons Beverwijk has raised concerns about a potential conflict of interest regarding a municipal lease for a Ukrainian refugee shelter. The city is paying 9,500 euros per month to e...
Milouska Meulens to write this year's Children's Book Week gift
Author and presenter Milouska Meulens has been selected to write this year's Children's Book Week gift, as announced by the book organization CPNB. Additionally, illustrator Harmen van Straaten will c...
Attacks on Tehran, Israel and Gulf States
Israel launched new airstrikes on the Iranian capital of Tehran on Wednesday, reportedly striking a residential area. Local media and rescue workers are currently searching for victims at the site of ...
Nine killed in Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon
At least nine people were killed and many others injured during Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Wednesday. The attacks targeted several areas, including the city of Adloun, the town of Habbo...
Uncertain energy market makes households hesitant about energy contracts
Fluctuating energy prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East are leading households to reconsider their energy contracts. Experts suggest there is no need for immediate action, as consumers wil...
Amstel III to get 245 senior homes
The Amstel III district in Amsterdam is set to receive 245 new senior housing units designed for safety and accessibility. These homes will provide a comfortable living environment for residents, incl...
Oil prices fall after news of possible US-Iran peace talks
Oil prices on international markets declined on Wednesday morning following reports of potential peace talks between the United States and Iran. The drop reflects market reactions to signs of easing g...
What does Amsterdam punk band L.A. Sagne want after successful year 2025? ‘Absolute world domination’
These Amsterdam students are the drone pilots of the future: ‘I think people underestimate the flying’
GroenLinks-PvdA Amsterdam also suggests coalition without D66, D66 calls its inclusion ‘logical’
Will the unattractive Appeltjesmarkt near Marnixstraat become a ‘hub’ for transshipping goods from the water?
16-year-old girl seriously injured after fall from gravel pile in Den Helder
A 16-year-old girl sustained serious injuries on Tuesday evening after falling from a 10-meter-high gravel pile at a construction site in Den Helder. Police have stated the incident was an accident an...
Democrat wins election in district around Trump's Mar-a-Lago
Democrat Emily Gregory has won a seat in the Florida state legislature, representing the district surrounding Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. Gregory defeated the Trump-backed Republican candidate J...
Dutch economy can 'take a hit' according to ABN AMRO
ABN AMRO economists report that the Dutch economy remains resilient despite slower growth and higher inflation caused by the conflict involving Iran. The bank's latest assessment suggests that while t...
Homeowner, have you learned nothing from the last energy crisis? ‘Make your home sustainable now’
An expert urges homeowners to prioritize making their houses sustainable to better withstand the ongoing energy crisis. They emphasize that 90% of owners can achieve this with neutral financing or imm...
Rubio testifies in trial against good friend
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified for nearly three hours in a corruption trial involving his friend and former congressman David Rivera. Rivera is accused of conducting secret lobbying act...
Cyprus seeks new agreements with UK after drone attack on base
Cyprus is seeking new security agreements with the United Kingdom following a drone attack on a British military base located on the island. President Nikos Christodoulides requested these guarantees ...