Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Rogier Havelaar (CDA) wants to solve the waste problem: "I've been out with the cleaners a lot"
CDA lead candidate Rogier Havelaar discusses his plans to address Amsterdam's waste management issues by reinstating fixed collection routes and improving employment conditions for workers. He also ad...
Kallas: EU focuses on de-escalation and freedom of navigation
EU Foreign Ministers have agreed to prioritize de-escalation and the protection of freedom of navigation regarding the conflict involving Iran. Following a meeting in Brussels, EU foreign policy chief...
GL-PvdA and D66 leaders clash over social housing: 'You're sowing doubt'
Party leaders Diana van Loenen (GL-PvdA) and Steven Jonker (D66) engaged in a heated debate at the Haarlems Dagblad office ahead of the upcoming elections. The discussion focused on social housing, ac...
Open book club at IJmuiden Library: The Wrath of Abraham
Bibliotheek Velsen will host an open book club at the IJmuiden library on Monday, March 23. The event focuses on the book De Woede van Abraham, which served as the foundation for the musical De Kanaal...
Are supermarket reading glasses good for your eyes? Optician explains what to look for
Optician Heleen Windels explains the quality and impact of inexpensive reading glasses commonly sold in supermarkets. As aging makes reading more difficult for many, she provides guidance on what to c...
Letschert aims to significantly reduce teacher shortage in four years
Dutch Education Minister Rianne Letschert aims to significantly reduce the teacher shortage within the next four years. She emphasized that a structural shortage undermines the country's foundation of...
Forgotten vegetables rediscovered at Herenboerderij Rorik in Beverwijk. 'I received a golden shovel'
Jochem van Tongeren and his daughter are cultivating forgotten vegetables at the Herenboeren Rorik community farm in Beverwijk. The initiative focuses on hands-on farming, allowing members to grow and...
Van Veldhoven: EU examines pros and cons of price cap
EU energy ministers are currently evaluating the potential advantages and disadvantages of implementing a price cap on gas. Dutch Climate Minister Stientje van Veldhoven warned that while a cap could ...
Dune area near Heemskerk cordoned off for search, police helicopter deployed
Police have cordoned off parts of the dune area near Heemskerk for a search operation involving ground units and a helicopter. The search is for a man in the vicinity of Duinweg, with officers current...
Jetten has seen no concrete proposal for Hormuz mission
During a visit to Berlin, Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that there is currently no concrete proposal for a military mission in the Strait of Hormuz. Jetten emphasized that while the Netherlan...
Why Europe calls for less China while welcoming Joybuy
The Chinese webshop Joybuy has officially launched in the Netherlands, highlighting a contradiction as European politicians advocate for reduced economic dependence on China. The article examines why ...
Smoke in Vomar supermarket in Zandvoort, store evacuated
A Vomar supermarket in Zandvoort was evacuated on Monday late afternoon following a report of smoke inside the building. The store on Celsiusstraat was temporarily closed as a precaution but has since...
Havo at Haarlem College proves cheap and effective: ‘Successful start’
The municipality of Haarlem and Haarlem College have reported a successful start for the school's new HAVO department, which launched for the 2024-2025 academic year. Education councilor Bas van Leeuw...
Rotterdam synagogue explosion suspects held for terrorism
Four suspects arrested for an explosion at a synagogue in Rotterdam will remain in custody for fourteen days as investigations continue. The Public Prosecution Service is charging the individuals with...
Sunday shopping and 30 km/h speed limit key issues for voters
Data from the StemWijzer voting tool shows that asylum and migration are the primary concerns for voters ahead of the upcoming municipal elections. Other significant issues influencing voter decisions...
StemWijzer Haarlem: this statement divides users the most
More than 8,600 StemWijzer submissions in Haarlem show that voters are most divided on a proposal regarding a regional heating network. This issue has emerged as the most polarizing topic for users of...
Election posters in Haarlem defaced and removed: Libel and slander
Election posters from several political parties in Haarlem have been vandalized or removed, with BVNL posters specifically targeted with derogatory labels. While some activists admit to removing poste...
Letschert discusses safety concerns with student rabbi
Minister Rianne Letschert met with student rabbi Yanki Jacobs and Jewish students on Monday to discuss growing safety concerns. The conversation specifically addressed the well-being of Jewish student...
Heerma concerned about rising intimidation in local politics
Minister of Interior Affairs Pieter Heerma has expressed concern regarding the rising levels of intimidation faced by local politicians in the Netherlands. He noted that such behavior has become part ...
Trump again calls on countries to help in the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump has once again called on allies to help protect the Strait of Hormuz after Iran-related disruptions led to attacks on cargo ships. The strait is a critical shipping route, ...