Dutch News in English

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

The rehearsed jokes made it even harder to turn the Canal Parade into exciting television
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The rehearsed jokes made it even harder to turn the Canal Parade into exciting television

Ajax starts friendly against FC Volendam with newcomers Leonardo and Henrique
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Ajax starts friendly against FC Volendam with newcomers Leonardo and Henrique

Code yellow for all of the Netherlands on Monday and Tuesday: up to 33 degrees, also chance of thunderstorms
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Code yellow for all of the Netherlands on Monday and Tuesday: up to 33 degrees, also chance of thunderstorms

Welcome to the jungle: Jessie has over 300 houseplants in 50 square meters
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Welcome to the jungle: Jessie has over 300 houseplants in 50 square meters

Jessie, a resident of Haarlem, has transformed her 50-square-meter apartment into an indoor jungle filled with over 300 houseplants. Her extensive collection began with a single cutting years ago and ...

Have you seen Iep, Ziggy or Merlot? These 12 pets are missing in Haarlem
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Have you seen Iep, Ziggy or Merlot? These 12 pets are missing in Haarlem

Twelve pets were reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Owners are asking the public for assistance in locating animals such as Iep, Ziggy, and Merlot.

Wave of burglaries at fire stations, criminals strike again: 'They are putting lives at risk'
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Wave of burglaries at fire stations, criminals strike again: 'They are putting lives at risk'

Fire stations across the Netherlands are experiencing a wave of burglaries, with the latest incident occurring in Rijpwetering this weekend. Officials warn that these criminal acts are dangerous and d...

Roll-on, spray or nothing at all: how best to prevent annoying body odor
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Roll-on, spray or nothing at all: how best to prevent annoying body odor

This article explores the effectiveness of various deodorant types, including rollers, sprays, and sticks, in controlling body odor. Experts answer common questions regarding how these products functi...

Mystery: this is why this Amsterdam street is called Binnenkant
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Mystery: this is why this Amsterdam street is called Binnenkant

The street name Binnenkant in Amsterdam is the subject of historical curiosity, leading residents to wonder about its origin and the absence of a corresponding 'Buitenkant'. The name dates back over 3...

Kylie Minogue also joins Madonna on stage at World Pride Music Festival
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Kylie Minogue also joins Madonna on stage at World Pride Music Festival

Pop icons Madonna and Kylie Minogue performed together at AFAS Live in Amsterdam as part of the World Pride Music Festival. The surprise collaboration featured both artists performing songs, including...

Rollator car wash to combat summer lull: nursing home creates extra activities
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Rollator car wash to combat summer lull: nursing home creates extra activities

Care home De Heemhaven in Heemstede is organizing a special 'summer week' with activities like a rollator car wash to help residents combat loneliness during the summer holiday period. As many family ...

Caravans burn down at urban nomad site in Amsterdam
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Caravans burn down at urban nomad site in Amsterdam

A large fire broke out on Sunday morning at a nomadic site on the Westpoortweg in Amsterdam's Western Docklands. The incident resulted in the destruction of seven caravans.

National monument in Amsterdam defaced twice, two suspects arrested
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National monument in Amsterdam defaced twice, two suspects arrested

Two individuals were arrested this morning after the National Monument on Dam Square in Amsterdam was vandalized twice with graffiti. Police apprehended a 27-year-old man and a 39-year-old man for van...

National Monument on Dam Square defaced with blue paint, area cordoned off
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National Monument on Dam Square defaced with blue paint, area cordoned off

The National Monument on Dam Square in Amsterdam was vandalized with blue paint on Sunday morning, featuring slogans such as 'Stop the human traffic.' Police have cordoned off the area to investigate ...

National Monument on Dam Square defaced with slogans about human trafficking
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National Monument on Dam Square defaced with slogans about human trafficking

Large fire at 't Landje urban nomad site in Westpoort area
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Large fire at 't Landje urban nomad site in Westpoort area

Maureen (56) publishes Indonesian cookbook as a 'memorial card'
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Maureen (56) publishes Indonesian cookbook as a 'memorial card'

Maureen, a 56-year-old resident of Enschede, has published a posthumous cookbook titled 'Maureen's Kitchen' styled as a funeral prayer card. The book features a collection of traditional Indonesian re...

How carelessly discarded e-bike batteries are causing major fires in the Port of Amsterdam
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How carelessly discarded e-bike batteries are causing major fires in the Port of Amsterdam

Frequent fires in the Westelijk Havengebied industrial area are often caused by batteries and e-bike accumulators improperly discarded among waste and scrap. While experts note that the number of inci...

This Dutch caravan was a revolution in 1980 and is still available for sale new
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This Dutch caravan was a revolution in 1980 and is still available for sale new

Dutch caravan manufacturer Kip introduced the Kip Kompakt in 1980, featuring an innovative pop-up roof that was a first for the European market. The model remains in production today and has recently ...

Hungary shuts down nuclear plant due to historically low Danube water levels
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Hungary shuts down nuclear plant due to historically low Danube water levels

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar announced the temporary shutdown of the Paks nuclear power plant due to historically low water levels in the Danube River. The plant relies on the river for cooli...

Sopranos actor Vincent Pastore (80) has died
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Sopranos actor Vincent Pastore (80) has died

American actor Vincent Pastore, best known for his role in The Sopranos, has died at the age of 80. He was found deceased in his New York home on Saturday, and an investigation into the cause of death...