Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
The Netherlands to release part of its emergency fuel and oil reserves
The Netherlands is set to release a portion of its strategic oil and fuel reserves in response to rising prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East. This action is part of a coordinated effort b...
Netherlands releases part of oil reserves to dampen prices: 5.4 million barrels
The Netherlands and more than thirty other countries decided on Wednesday to release part of their strategic oil reserves to help lower global oil prices. As part of this International Energy Agency i...
Illegal gambling leads to closure of cafe on Bos en Lommerweg
Mayor Halsema has ordered the immediate six-month closure of a cafe on Bos en Lommerweg in Amsterdam West following a police raid that uncovered illegal sports betting. During the operation, officers ...
Up to half an hour extra travel time around Amsterdam: A10 South to A10 West closed all weekend
Attacks on Iran will continue as long as necessary, says Israeli minister
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that military operations against Iran by Israel and the United States will continue until all strategic objectives are achieved. Katz claimed that recent...
Trans women in women's prisons should be possible, says cabinet
The Dutch government will maintain its policy of allowing transgender women to be placed in women's prisons, according to State Secretary Claudia van Bruggen. This decision comes despite reports that ...
New rules for commercial waste: bins only on street at fixed times
Starting July 1, businesses in Amsterdam will be required to place their waste containers on the street only during specific times. This new regulation aims to keep the city's streets cleaner and ensu...
Does Jan B. (66) from Almere have more on his record? ‘Sexual interest in children’
Jan B., a 66-year-old man from Almere, appeared in court facing charges for the sexual abuse of at least four young children. Prosecutors suspect there may be significantly more victims, an allegation...
Polish prosecutors open investigation into Epstein human trafficking links
The Polish Public Prosecution Service has launched an investigation into potential links between an international criminal network and the late American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The network is su...
Judge overturns flight cap, residents happy anyway: ‘Fortunately, we don’t live in a banana republic’
The Dutch Council of State ruled against a government-imposed flight cap at Schiphol Airport, stating that a maximum number of flights cannot be set in this manner. Despite the ruling, resident groups...
New piglets to start at new spot in Elsbroekpark from Friday
On Friday, March 13th, three piglets will be introduced to Elsbroekpark in Hillegom to combat the spread of Japanese knotweed. This marks the third consecutive year of the pig project aimed at control...
Vattenfall finally puts large electric boiler for district heating into operation
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Former NCTV employee sentenced to 20 months for taking state secrets
A 66-year-old former employee of the Dutch National Coordinator for Security and Counterterrorism (NCTV) was sentenced to 20 months in prison for taking state secrets home. While convicted of possessi...
Barbra Streisand to receive honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes for contribution to cinema
Barbra Streisand will be honored with a lifetime achievement Palme d'Or at this year's Cannes Film Festival. The award recognizes her extensive career and significant contributions to the film industr...
D66 shares opposition concerns over impact of WIA cuts
The Dutch political party D66 has joined opposition parties in expressing concern over proposed budget cuts to social security, which are expected to impact disabled and chronically ill citizens. Duri...
Fog and activity in the port of Beverwijk. Photographer Jos Hendriks came, saw, and captured it
Dense fog has recently covered the coast of North Holland, creating a scenic atmosphere at the seaport in Beverwijk. Hobby photographer Jos Hendriks captured the unique play of light and activity in t...
Barbra Streisand to receive honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes Festival
Barbra Streisand will receive an honorary Palme d'Or for her lifetime achievement at this year's Cannes Film Festival. The 83-year-old artist will be presented with the award on May 23 during the fest...
Prime Minister Jetten meets concerned members of Iranian community
Prime Minister Jetten met with members of the Iranian community on Wednesday to discuss the ongoing conflict in Iran and its personal impact on them. The meeting follows recent military actions agains...
Substantive hearing of criminal case against Raily B. postponed
The substantive criminal trial against Raily B., who is suspected of leading a group that planned an assassination attempt on journalist Peter R. de Vries, has been postponed. A judge announced the de...