Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Zelensky wants to resume negotiations with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed his desire to resume negotiations with Russia to bring an end to the ongoing war. A Ukrainian delegation is traveling to the United States this wee...
Motorist crashes into pharmacy in Hillegom
A driver crashed into the stone wall of a pharmacy on Abellalaan in Hillegom on Thursday afternoon. The motorist did not require hospitalization following the incident.
Iran asks if US can use German bases in war
Iran has requested clarification from Germany regarding the role of the Ramstein Air Base in U.S. military strikes. Tehran suggests that permitting such use of German territory may violate a United Na...
More sunshine yet fewer convertibles, how is that possible? ‘Air conditioning killed the convertible’
Despite the increasing number of sunny hours in the Netherlands, sales of convertible cars are significantly declining. Enthusiasts attribute this trend to the prevalence of air conditioning, which ha...
GL-PvdA takes its time for new Haarlem coalition: Two days of exploratory talks with all parties
GroenLinks-PvdA leader Diana van Loenen has initiated exploratory talks with leaders from all twelve other parties to form a new coalition in Haarlem. Unlike some neighboring municipalities, a governi...
Fifth suspect arrested for explosion at Rotterdam synagogue
Police have arrested a 19-year-old man from Tilburg as the fifth suspect in connection with an explosion at a synagogue in Rotterdam last week. The individual was apprehended in his hometown, and auth...
Minister Vijlbrief to reconsider harsh benefit cuts after all
The Dutch cabinet is reconsidering proposed budget cuts to unemployment and disability benefits. Social Affairs Minister Hans Vijlbrief indicated that the government will look for ways to soften the i...
Doesburg results changed slightly after vote recount
The municipal election results in the Dutch town of Doesburg were adjusted following a vote recount on Thursday. The SP party gained an additional seat, while the GroenLinks-PvdA coalition saw its rep...
How your child chooses the right high school: ‘Education is more than a diploma’
This week, approximately 95,000 eighth-grade students are receiving their final secondary school advice following the results of transition tests. Experts provide guidance on how to choose a high scho...
Third customer finds mouse in Jumbo frozen green beans
A third customer has reported finding a mouse inside a package of frozen green beans from the supermarket chain Jumbo. Following these reports, the company has removed all of the affected product pack...
Big winner FVD rules out no parties in advance: 'We are open to a coalition with GroenLinks'
FVD group leader Tommy Panis expressed openness to forming a coalition with any party, including GroenLinks, following a significant election victory where his party won eight seats. Panis described t...
Brother and sister sell three Haarlem businesses to buy Ootje Konkel in Scharwoude: ‘We used to eat here often ourselves’
Siblings Lisa and Kris Arents are selling their three businesses in Haarlem to acquire the family restaurant Ootje Konkel in Scharwoude. After nine years of operating a bakery, a crepe restaurant, and...
Gulf States allowed to buy $16.5 billion in weapons from US
The United States has approved the sale of 16.5 billion dollars worth of military equipment to the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait. The U.S. State Department bypassed the requirement for Congressional...
Japanese Prime Minister: only Trump can achieve world peace
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed her admiration for U.S. President Donald Trump during a visit to the White House in Washington. She stated her belief that Trump is the only leader cap...
Iran claims to have hit US F-35
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard claims to have hit and damaged an American F-35 fighter jet during a flight over Iran. While the U.S. military has not confirmed the strike, it reported that a fighter ...
European observers want more funding for local parties in the Netherlands
The Council of Europe is advocating for local political parties in the Netherlands to receive funding equivalent to that of local branches of national parties. This recommendation aims to establish a ...
Vijlbrief: WIA situation alarming, intervention inevitable
Minister Hans Vijlbrief of Social Affairs has described the situation regarding the Dutch disability benefit scheme (WIA) as alarming. He emphasized that urgent intervention is required to keep the pr...
Peter Vandermeersch suspended after using fabricated AI quotes
Former NRC editor-in-chief Peter Vandermeersch has been suspended by publisher Mediahuis for using artificial intelligence to generate newsletters. The suspension follows revelations that the newslett...
Extra security at Jewish schools in Amsterdam
Jewish primary and secondary schools in Amsterdam will receive increased security measures during arrival and dismissal times. The municipality announced the extra protection on Thursday in response t...
Lokaal Vitaal and VVD seem like perfect partners in crime, but who will join? ‘There is absolute chemistry between us’
Lokaal Vitaal and the VVD are exploring a renewed coalition in Castricum after maintaining their positions in the recent local elections. The two parties, which have a strong working relationship, are...