Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Singer Jill Scott to perform at AFAS Live in October
American singer Jill Scott is scheduled to perform at AFAS Live in Amsterdam on October 10. The concert will feature songs from her new album titled "To whom this may concern."
North Holland allocates 600,000 euros for bus stop accessibility; Haarlem and Velsen to apply for subsidies
The province of North Holland has allocated 600,000 euros to improve the accessibility of bus stops for individuals with disabilities. Municipalities including Haarlem and Velsen plan to apply for the...
Trump 'not happy' with new Iranian ayatollah
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his disapproval regarding the appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran's new supreme leader during an interview with The New York Post. Although Trump had previous...
Does going viral with a ‘wacky’ video actually win votes for local politicians?
Local Dutch politicians are increasingly using viral social media videos, ranging from humorous skits to unconventional language, to attract voters for municipal elections. The article explores whethe...
Iran warns Strait of Hormuz remains unsafe
Iran has warned that the security situation in the strategic Strait of Hormuz is likely to remain poor throughout the ongoing regional conflict. Regime official Ali Larijani stated that stability is u...
Resident of Zuidoost asylum shelter stabbed and taken to hospital
A resident of an asylum seeker shelter in Amsterdam Zuidoost was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following a conflict with another resident on Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred at the ...
Haarlem entrepreneur to court over threatened fine for Markd terrace: ‘It’s crucial and the calling card of your business’
Entrepreneur Xiadong Yeh has taken legal action to challenge a penalty imposed for an oversized terrace at her restaurant, Markd, in Haarlem. She is seeking clarity from an administrative court regard...
Sharp increase in fines for phone use while cycling; Beverwijk region accounts for over €104,000
The number of cyclists fined for using mobile phones in the Beverwijk region increased by over 30 percent in 2025, rising from 469 to 612. These penalties resulted in a total of more than 104,000 euro...
Toonbeeld Castricum seeking music buddies again
The "Muziekmaatjes" project in Castricum is launching a second edition to connect different generations through music. Following the success of the initial project, the organization is looking for new...
Disappeared: merger was no taboo at vv Nieuw-Vennep
This article reflects on the history of the defunct football club vv Nieuw-Vennep as part of a series on former sports organizations. The club, which was the predecessor to the current VVC, is noted f...
New asylum minister wants ‘peace, cleanliness, and order’ in Ter Apel
New Dutch Asylum Minister Bart van den Brink visited the Ter Apel registration center to pledge stability and order. While local Mayor Jaap Velema welcomed the visit as a positive first step for build...
A striped shirt and bold questions were all talk show host Jan Lenferink (1945-2026) needed
Daycare center where abuse occurred orders broad investigation into incident
Childcare provider Partou has launched an independent investigation following the arrest of a temporary worker suspected of attempting to abuse a two-year-old girl. The inquiry will evaluate internal ...
COA: 'no other choice' but to keep Hardenberg reception centers open
The Dutch asylum agency COA decided to keep two reception centers in the municipality of Hardenberg open, despite their scheduled closure on Sunday. Board member Joeri Kapteijns stated the agency had ...
Lebanese president lashes out at Hezbollah
During an online meeting with EU officials, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun criticized Hezbollah for prioritizing Iranian interests over national ones. He warned that the movement's actions are acceler...
Nodding off at your laptop? Sleep expert shares tips for the perfect night's sleep
Sleep therapist Dr. Ingrid Verbeek discusses the signs of sleep deprivation and provides tips for achieving better sleep quality. The article highlights how to identify if you are not getting enough r...
Can Frank and Wendy finally leave Doha? Flight tickets are in
A couple from Haarlem, Wendy and Frank Hoorn, have successfully secured plane tickets to New Zealand after being stranded in Doha for over a week due to regional conflict and airspace closures. The pa...
Cabinet considers it too early for measures against rising energy prices
Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen stated that the cabinet will not yet take measures against rising energy prices following the conflict in Iran. He argued that it is too early to predict the long-t...
Who is Oscar Garcia, the new Ajax manager? A close friend of Jordi Cruijff and a man struck by great personal tragedy
Oscar Garcia, a 52-year-old Catalan, has been appointed as the new head coach of Ajax's first team. He was promoted by technical director Jordi Cruijff with the specific goal of securing qualification...
Teens assault peers in Beverwijk and Heemskerk, footage shared on Snapchat
Police in the IJmond region have arrested five minors for physical abuse and violence against their peers in Beverwijk and Heemskerk. The incidents took place at President Kennedyplein and Debora Bake...