Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Mystery over identity of Verspronck’s ‘Girl’ is part of the appeal. Painting now on display at Frans Hals Museum
The Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem is hosting an exhibition featuring Johannes Cornelisz Verspronck's famous painting 'Girl in a Blue Dress,' focusing on the enduring mystery of the subject's identity. ...
100 more seats to fill in municipal elections
The upcoming Dutch municipal elections will feature 102 additional council seats compared to four years ago, bringing the total to 8,552 seats. This increase is based on recent population growth and a...
Bargain hunters search for gems at Sportcentrum Groenendaal flea market
Organisatieburo Mikki is hosting a flea market this Sunday at Sportcentrum Groenendaal on Heemsteedse Sportparklaan. The event invites bargain hunters and collectors to browse for unique items and enj...
Saudi Arabia reports downing drone headed for diplomatic quarter
The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Defense reported the interception of a drone targeting the diplomatic quarter in Riyadh. Additionally, two other drones were shot down in different parts of the country.
War slows growth in almost all Dutch sectors, says Rabobank
Rabobank reports that the conflict in the Middle East is slowing economic growth across nearly all sectors in the Netherlands. Businesses are currently facing higher energy costs, disrupted trade rout...
Dutch Athletics vows to prioritize athletes after sex tape scandal: 'I think we can do better'
Chiel Warners, the new technical director of the Dutch Athletics Union, announced a shift in focus toward athlete welfare following a non-consensual sex tape scandal involving Zoë Sedney. During a pr...
US allows sale of Russian oil, but only if already at sea
The United States is temporarily allowing the purchase of Russian oil that is already in transit by sea to help stabilize rising fuel costs. This exception is intended to alleviate global market press...
Successful animated film K-Pop: Demon Hunters gets a sequel on Netflix
Netflix has officially announced a sequel to the successful animated film KPop Demon Hunters. Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans are set to return for the second installment of the movie.
Reader's question: How to find a legal cleaner without an immediate contract commitment?
After being injured in a bicycle accident, 71-year-old Siem Weterings is seeking a temporary, legally registered domestic worker to assist with household chores. The inquiry addresses how to hire such...
From the Red Light District to Henk Sneevlietweg: The city in miniature at new Miniature Museum
Amsterdam has opened a new Miniature Museum in the former Diamond Museum building near Museumplein, featuring detailed and interactive replicas of iconic city landmarks. The museum focuses on historic...
From De Wallen to Henk Sneevlietweg: The city in miniature at new Miniature Museum
A new Miniature Museum has opened in Amsterdam, featuring detailed and interactive models of iconic city locations like the Red Light District and Vondelpark. Located in the former Diamond Museum near...
Police and prosecutors hunt pimps with decoy profiles: Online unmasking of sexual exploitation and sex slavery suspects
Dutch police and judicial authorities are increasingly using decoy profiles on social media to expose pimps involved in sexual exploitation and sex slavery. This initiative targets the growing number ...
Beverwijk wants stricter house splitting rules to tackle nuisance in city center and Wijk aan Zee
The municipality of Beverwijk has issued a preparatory decision to implement stricter regulations on splitting and sharing residential properties. These measures are designed to address nuisance issue...
How concerned is Velsen about high fuel and energy prices? 'I use the car as little as possible'
Residents in the municipality of Velsen are managing the impact of rising fuel and energy prices caused by conflicts in the Middle East. While the price increases are noticeable, there is no widesprea...
Macron: French soldier killed 'during an attack' in Iraq
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that a French soldier was killed during an attack in the Erbil region of Iraqi Kurdistan. The announcement was made via social media platform X overnight bet...
Clarity at last for hundreds of Haarlem new homes facing nitrogen delays
The Haarlem municipality has released a list of housing projects, including hundreds of new homes, that are expected to face delays due to nitrogen regulations. Key affected sites include developments...
New climate lawsuit inevitable? Shell rejects Milieudefensie's 'unrealistic' demands
Shell has officially rejected new climate demands from the environmental organization Milieudefensie, labeling them as completely unrealistic. The energy giant's refusal to meet these latest requireme...
Forum under fire again, but no one in the party is losing sleep over it
The Dutch political party Forum voor Democratie (FvD) is facing criticism for including candidates with far-right backgrounds on its election lists. Despite the potential for boycotts following munici...
The future US president found the Amsterdam school board narrow-minded
