Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.

Expanded FVD Haarlem happy with ‘more clout’: ‘Priority for Haarlem residents who have built the city for generations’
Following its growth in the recent elections, FVD Haarlem has expressed its intent to collaborate with all other parties in the local government. Lead candidate Moriah Hartman stated that the party ai...

Criticism of plans to delay new IJmuiden pumping station: 'Plays role in safety of four million Dutch people'
The Dutch government is facing criticism for its decision to postpone the replacement and expansion of the IJmuiden pumping station. Critics argue that the project is crucial for ensuring the safety o...
In Gundhi, theater group De Warme Winkel aims its Kalashnikovs at pacifism

Eva Vedder to miss BJK Cup next month: Priority is returning to pain-free tennis
Dutch tennis player Eva Vedder has announced she will miss the upcoming Billie Jean King Cup to focus on recovering from persistent physical pain. Despite recently returning to competition in France a...

Joop de Beer exhibition at Uitgeest town hall
Local artist Joop de Beer will showcase an exhibition of his artwork at the Uitgeest town hall from March 20 to April 24. The collection features depictions of his village, the province of Noord-Holla...

Hoge Veluwe opens long-closed wildlife bridge to red deer
National Park De Hoge Veluwe has reopened a nature bridge near Otterlo that had been closed off with a high fence for several years. The decision follows repeated requests from animal welfare organiza...

Child falls into water in Rijsenhout, victim resuscitated
A child was rescued from the water in Rijsenhout on Friday afternoon and required resuscitation by emergency services at the scene. The victim was subsequently transported to the hospital in critical ...

NATO training mission in Iraq temporarily suspended
NATO has temporarily suspended its training mission in Iraq and is withdrawing approximately 600 personnel due to escalating security concerns. The decision follows increased regional tensions and she...

Sailors ration food and water due to Iranian blockade of Hormuz
Ship crews in the Persian Gulf have begun rationing food and water due to an Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. According to the International Maritime Organization, approximately 20,000 sailor...

Noordwijkerhout and De Zilk political party suffers heavy election blow: 'Merger sentiment has faded'
NZLokaal, the political party representing Noordwijkerhout and De Zilk, suffered a significant loss in the recent elections for the merged municipality of Noordwijk. After winning the first elections ...

Hundreds of thousands of 'unlucky students' to receive extra €2,000 compensation
Approximately 760,000 students who studied under the Dutch loan system will receive an additional compensation of about 2,000 euros starting in 2027. This new measure is intended for the so-called 'un...
Suspect arrested for assault on Amsterdam JA21 leader after debate
Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the assault of Amsterdam JA21 party leader Kevin Kreuger. Kreuger was attacked by four individuals at Osdorpplein on Thursday following a political de...

Yvonne Coldeweijer sues Talpa over stopped compensation
Yvonne Coldeweijer has initiated a lawsuit against Talpa Network after the media company allegedly stopped paying her a monthly financial compensation. The Amsterdam district court confirmed the legal...
How the VVD regained seats in Amsterdam with Daan Wijnants

Fugitive man in Utrecht has a firearm
A fugitive who escaped from his handlers at the Diakonessenhuis in Utrecht on Friday is confirmed to be armed with a firearm. Police have warned the public not to approach the man and to contact emerg...

Man escapes Utrecht hospital, police launch manhunt
A man in judicial custody escaped during a medical appointment at the Diakonessenhuis in Utrecht after a physical altercation with his guards. The individual attempted to seize a weapon from one of hi...
New energy-efficient NS double-deckers unveiled during royal visit
Queen Máxima visited the NS Train Modernization facility in Haarlem on Thursday to observe the presentation of new energy-saving double-decker trains. The visit highlighted the company's commitment t...

Another suspect arrested for violent home robbery in Noord-Scharwoude
Police have arrested a 40-year-old man from Amsterdam in connection with a violent 2021 home robbery in Noord-Scharwoude that left a resident seriously injured. The robbery was part of a series of sev...

Get creative with saving on driving: Make it a sport
The article provides tips on how to reduce car-related expenses, suggesting alternatives like cycling, walking, and working from home. It encourages readers to be creative and treat saving money on dr...

Tom de Nooijer leaves Ongehoord Nieuws after municipal election win
Tom de Nooijer is resigning as a presenter for the program Ongehoord Nieuws following his party's victory in the municipal elections in Oldebroek. Broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland announced his departu...