Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Empty supermarket shelves after PWN outage: 'This water must be very tasty'
A water main leak at utility company PWN led to panic buying of bottled water at a DekaMarkt supermarket in Santpoort-Noord. Shelves were quickly emptied as residents responded to the disruption in th...
A10 connecting road near Amsterdam to stay open during the day this weekend, closed at night
Drenthe mayors: earthquake makes damage issue urgent
Mayors from the Drenthe municipalities of Aa en Hunze, Midden-Drenthe, and Assen expressed concern for residents following an earthquake on Friday night. They highlighted the urgency of addressing dam...
Yeşilgöz also considers Iranian link to attacks on Jewish targets
Dutch Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz stated during a VVD campaign event that recent explosions at Jewish properties may be linked to Iran. She indicated that authorities are investigating the possi...
Iran warns UAE ports are targets
Iran has issued a warning stating that all ports in the United Arab Emirates are considered targets for defense against Israel and the United States. The Iranian military has advised residents of thes...
Guus Offerhaus not returning to Heerenveen just for fun: 'Only one thing matters'
Telstar defender Guus Offerhaus is set to return to his former club, SC Heerenveen, for the first time since leaving. He emphasized that the upcoming match is focused on securing vital league points f...
Heemstede farmer sounds alarm over historic meadow near Ipenrode: This landscape is in danger of disappearing
Farmer Antoon Milatz from the Dinkelhoeve has launched a petition and displayed banners to raise awareness about the potential disappearance of a historic meadow near the Ipenrode estate. He warns tha...
Tata Steel Orchestra celebrates 85th anniversary with Jamai Loman at PHIL: 'First time I've conducted since Maestro'
The Tata Steel Orchestra is celebrating its 85th anniversary with a special concert this Sunday at the Phil in Haarlem. The performance features singer Jamai Loman, who will also conduct the orchestra...
EV drivers have the last laugh as fuel prices skyrocket
Rising oil prices driven by tensions involving Iran have led to a sharp increase in petrol and diesel costs over the past two weeks. While traditional vehicle owners face higher prices at the pump, el...
First oil from US emergency reserves on the market next week
The United States will begin releasing oil from its strategic reserves by the end of next week to combat high fuel prices. A total of 172 million barrels will be released in response to market pressur...
Cpunt Nieuw-Vennep closed immediately due to cracks in building
The Cpunt cultural center in Nieuw-Vennep was closed immediately on Friday due to safety concerns after cracks were discovered in the building during an inspection. The facility at Harmonieplein will ...
Fragmentation in local politics growing, also in Haarlemmermeer: how do the right-wing parties differ?
Sixteen parties are contesting the Haarlemmermeer municipal elections, highlighting a trend of growing political fragmentation in local Dutch government. While left-wing parties have clear identities,...
Parts of the IJmond without water due to pipe burst in Wijk aan Zee
A water main burst near Wijk aan Zee has resulted in a loss of water pressure or a total lack of water for parts of the IJmond region. The local safety region is currently investigating the cause of t...
MPs condemn attack on Jewish school in Amsterdam
Dutch Members of Parliament have condemned an explosion at a Jewish school in Amsterdam that occurred on Friday night. Politicians expressed their horror over the incident, characterizing it as a cowa...
CIDI calls for more measures against antisemitic incidents
The Center for Information and Documentation Israel (CIDI) expressed deep concern following an attack on a Jewish school in Amsterdam. Director Naomi Mestrum called on politicians and administrators t...
Burst pipe: no drinking water in the IJmond
A burst water main near Heemskerk has caused a significant drinking water shortage across the IJmond region, affecting towns such as IJmuiden, Velsen, and Bloemendaal. Emergency services are currently...
This Greek-style yogurt is the best: ‘Not too sour and nice and creamy’
Three experts conducted a blind taste test of eight Greek-style yogurt brands available in Dutch supermarkets, along with one authentic Greek version. The test evaluated the yogurts based on taste and...
No municipal role in Crown Van Gelder situation: Velsen Board responds to Liberaal Blauw council questions
The Velsen municipality has stated it will not intervene in the financial difficulties facing the Crown Van Gelder paper mill in Velsen-Noord. This position was clarified in response to inquiries from...
'It's 85% cocoa!', I still want to shout after them
The author shares their personal perspective on supermarket etiquette, expressing a strong preference for being left alone while shopping to avoid social interactions when they are not looking their b...
Much criticism of cold nursing homes, but here residents are delighted: ‘A glass of wine? Of course you can’
While many nursing homes face criticism for being overly restrictive and poorly managed, residents at Het Snijdelhuis in Boskoop report being exceptionally happy. The facility focuses on a welcoming a...