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

Recovering Griekspoor skips Miami Open
Tallon Griekspoor will skip the upcoming Miami Open as he continues to recover from an injury. His coach, Marc Dijkhuizen, stated that the tournament comes too early, but expects the player to return ...

Matthijs van Nieuwkerk honors Joost Prinsen in theater show
Matthijs van Nieuwkerk is paying tribute to actor and columnist Joost Prinsen in his latest theater show. The production serves as an homage to Prinsen's extensive career in the performing arts.

Life sentences for Muslim extremists over Moscow concert bloodbath
Muslim extremists have been sentenced to life in prison for a terror attack that killed 149 concertgoers at Crocus City Hall near Moscow. The massacre, which occurred two years ago, remains the deadli...

GroenLinks-PvdA on cooperation: Haarlemmermeer is a model municipality where a merger can bring concrete change
GroenLinks and PvdA are joining forces for the first time in the Haarlemmermeer municipal elections, framing the municipality as a key example where their merger can drive real change. The article ana...

Italian base in Iraq hit by rocket, no casualties
An Italian military base in Iraq was struck by a rocket, but no casualties or injuries were reported among the personnel. Defense Minister Guido Crosetto confirmed all staff are safe while authorities...

Houses still very expensive, but prices rising more slowly
House prices in the Netherlands are rising at a slower pace this year due to an increase in available housing from rental sales and new construction. However, economists anticipate that price growth w...

From library to brewery: vote at these unique locations in Amsterdam and Weesp
On Wednesday, March 18th, residents of Amsterdam and Weesp can vote for municipal council and district committee members. Several unique polling stations have been established for the occasion, includ...

Pussycat Dolls coming to Ziggo Dome in September
The American pop group Pussycat Dolls will perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on September 27 as part of their world tour. Members Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt, and Ashley Roberts are confir...

Decapitation suspect: I am sick and that proved fatal for my mother
Jesse R. appeared in a Dordrecht court to face charges for the murder of his 63-year-old mother, who was killed with an axe in Hellevoetsluis in April 2023. During the trial, the 32-year-old suspect a...

China passes ‘ethnic unity’ law, activists concerned
The Chinese National People's Congress has passed a new law aimed at strengthening ethnic unity and national cohesion. Human rights activists and experts expressed concern that the legislation may neg...

New quality mark for unique businesses in the city center
Amsterdam has introduced a new quality mark called 'The Seal of Amsterdam' to honor local entrepreneurs who contribute to the city's unique character. The award recognizes business owners with a stron...
Restoration of classic 'The Girl with the Red Hair' completed and showing at Filmkoepel Haarlem
The 4K digital restoration of the classic war film 'Het meisje met het rode haar' will be released in Dutch cinemas starting April 23. A special screening featuring the cast and crew is scheduled for ...

Rail traffic between China and North Korea resumes after six years
Passenger train services between China and North Korea have resumed for the first time in six years, according to Chinese state media. The cross-border rail link was originally suspended in 2020 due t...

Theater as an in-between space in ‘The Netherlands in Therapy’
The theater lecture 'Met Nederland in therapie' aims to address the polarized public debate on asylum migration by exploring the underlying emotions of participants. By engaging with the audience, the...

Round of 16 proves end of the road for brave Velsen
Velsen was eliminated from the amateur football cup in the round of 16 following a 3-5 loss to fourth-division team FC Aalsmeer. Despite a courageous performance where they remained competitive for mo...

Vocational students learn to work in a simulated laboratory
Vocational students are training in the Experience Lab, a realistic learning environment equipped with advanced technology. This initiative allows students to gain practical experience and engage with...

'Pay later via this company? Never again!' Sleepless nights over Klarna and debt collection agency tactics. Calls for action grow louder
Swedish finance company Klarna is facing criticism for pressuring consumers and violating its own regulations through its 'buy now, pay later' services. Dutch politicians, regulators, and consumer org...

Entry ban for Grote Hout and Koningsweg in Velsen-Noord starts in December to curb cut-through traffic with cameras
Starting in December, a driving ban will be implemented on the Grote Hout and Koningsweg in Velsen-Noord to reduce cut-through traffic. Enforcement of the new regulation will be carried out using lice...

Honor the pink giants who paved the way
The author describes visiting IHLIA, Europe's largest LGBTQ+ archive, which is located inside the largest public library in the Netherlands. The archive is portrayed as a significant cultural treasure...
New to the cabinet, immediately tested by war: this is Tom Berendsen, the Foreign Minister
Tom Berendsen, a 42-year-old CDA politician, has taken office as the new Dutch Minister of Foreign Affairs and faces his first major test with a debate on the war in Iran. Known for his expertise and ...