Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Israel carries out strikes in central Beirut
Israel conducted airstrikes in central Beirut, targeting the Bachoura district near the Lebanese Prime Minister's office and parliament. The operation specifically aimed at Hezbollah, the Iran-backed ...
Fuel prices soaring, but it’s not as bad here: I come here specifically
Fuel prices in Amsterdam and surrounding areas have risen to between 2.10 and 2.45 euros per liter following increased geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Many motorists are traveling to cheaper...
Minister: several hundred still want repatriation from Middle East
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen reported that several hundred Dutch travelers are still awaiting repatriation from the Middle East, primarily from the United Arab Emirates. Dozens more remain str...
Oil prices remain stubbornly high due to war (and that is exactly what Iran wants)
Global oil prices remain high despite dozens of countries releasing strategic reserves for the first time since the invasion of Ukraine. Experts predict that oil market uncertainty will persist until ...
Between Art and Choice: party leaders create political street art
Political party leaders in Amsterdam are participating in a project called 'Tussen Kunst en Kies' at the STRAAT Museum in Amsterdam-Noord. The participants create street art to represent their politic...
Municipality of Velsen files report over threats against councillor on social media
The municipality of Velsen has filed a police report following multiple threats directed at a council member on social media. The legal action was initiated on Thursday in response to the online haras...
ICC investigates Belarus for crimes against humanity
The International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague has launched an investigation into alleged crimes against humanity committed by Belarus. The probe follows a formal request submitted by Lithuania i...
From rooftop extensions to vertical parks: these buildings are in the running for the Architecture Prize
New neighbor in North: Dirk opens second supermarket and hands out coffee and cookies
Supermarket chain Dirk van den Broek has opened its second location in Amsterdam-Noord, following an extensive advertising campaign across the district. To celebrate the opening, the new store offered...
New exhibition reveals the secret life of office artworks: ‘They dance, glow, listen to jazz’
African power and American finesse combine in one man leading to an incredible score
NBA professional Bam Adebayo credits his success to his heritage, noting that his American mother and Nigerian father provided him with a combination of strength and speed. These attributes contribute...
Amsterdam working on right to make mistakes without immediate fines
Jostling for Hillegom voters: Party leaders cross swords in two debates
Ahead of the municipal elections on March 18, party leaders in Hillegom participated in debates regarding the 19 available council seats. Despite the parties collectively predicting they would win 28 ...
KLM raises long-haul ticket prices due to rising fuel costs
KLM and Air France have increased economy class return ticket prices for long-haul flights by 50 euros. This price adjustment, which took effect on Wednesday, is a response to rising fuel costs.
Heemskerk election debate naturally centers on asylum seeker center again, but waste separation and gas transition also addressed: 'We see major risks'
A political debate was held in Heemskerk for undecided voters, featuring seven parties competing in the March 18 elections. The candidates discussed topics including the construction of a new asylum c...
De Bat deploys power grid reserves to avert connection freeze
The Dutch government will utilize reserve capacity on the national electricity grid to prevent a moratorium on new connections in the central Netherlands. State Secretary Jo-Annes de Bat informed Parl...
Dead and mutilated python found near trash, police find 14 snakes in Zuidoost home
Police discovered a dead, mutilated python in a trash container in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, leading to the discovery of 14 live snakes in a nearby home. The live snakes and several rats were found in poor ...
Shop in Tempeliersstraat may be converted into apartment
An administrative court in Haarlem has ruled that a vacant retail space on Tempeliersstraat can be converted into an apartment. The decision favors the property owner over the municipality, as the bui...
Amstel Station reopened after report of man with firearm
Police cleared and reopened Amstel station in Amsterdam-Oost following reports of a man with a firearm. An arrest team apprehended a suspect who was found not to be carrying a weapon, though the incid...
Rat nuisance becomes last-minute Haarlem election issue with petitions, posters and protest marches
Residents and local politicians in Haarlem's Kleverpark neighborhood are pushing for urgent action against rat infestations, turning the issue into a major local election theme. The community has orga...