Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
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...
17-year-old shot by police is robbery suspect
A 17-year-old boy who was shot by police in Capelle aan den IJssel is a suspect in a robbery that took place earlier that day. According to the Public Prosecution Service, the boy remains in stable co...
Maartenskerk wins Friends of Old Hillegom Certificate
The Maartenskerk, the oldest church in Hillegom dating back to 1248, has been awarded the annual certificate by the Friends of Old Hillegom society. The historic building won the prize after receiving...
Elise Schaap to star in new drama series De Machine
Actress Elise Schaap is set to star in the upcoming six-part BNNVARA drama series titled 'De Machine.' The show is scheduled to premiere on the NPO Start streaming platform in the spring of next year.
Terrorism investigation after explosive incident at Mamdani's home
New York police are investigating an explosives incident at the residence of Zohran Mamdani to determine if it was inspired by the Islamic State. Police Chief Jessica Tisch stated that there is likely...
Jetten and Tusk want ‘pragmatic solution’ to oil dispute
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk have called for a pragmatic solution to the ongoing oil supply dispute between Ukraine and Hungary. During a joint press conferenc...
Mega solar farm near Schiphol back in operation late June after glare issues, 230,000 new panels on the way
The solar park De Groene Energie Corridor (DGEC) near Schiphol Airport is expected to return to full operation by the end of June. This follows the installation of 230,000 new solar panels, which is s...
Bakery bread prices not rising immediately despite rising grain costs
Industry organizations expect that bread prices at bakeries will not rise immediately despite increasing grain prices. This delay is due to long-term contracts between bakeries and suppliers, which bu...
Marco Borsato requests reimbursement of legal costs after acquittal
Marco Borsato has filed a request for the reimbursement of his legal defense costs following his acquittal in a sex crimes case on December 4. A spokesperson for the Midden-Nederland District Court co...
Almelo man tried to stage his own death by forging documents
A 31-year-old man from Almelo attempted to fake his own death in 2025 by forging official documents, including a death certificate, to escape financial problems and start a new life. The court in Zutp...
Heavy traffic due to four-car accident on A44 near Abbenes
A four-car accident occurred on the A44 near Abbenes on Monday afternoon, resulting in one injury. The incident caused significant traffic delays of up to an hour for travelers heading toward Leiden.
Two musical duos at 't Mosterdzaadje in Santpoort-Noord this weekend
Violinist Fiona Robertson and pianist Philip Sharp are scheduled to perform at the 't Mosterdzaadje concert hall in Santpoort-Noord this Saturday starting at 3 PM. This performance is part of a weeken...
EU thanks Middle East leaders for help returning Europeans
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU Council President António Costa thanked several Middle Eastern nations for their help in repatriating tens of thousands of European citizens ...
Macron announces ‘defensive’ mission to reopen strait
French President Emmanuel Macron announced a purely defensive mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and escort cargo vessels once the most intense phase of the Middle East conflict concludes. The ann...
Velsen-Noord renovation continues, Schulpweg next after Gildenlaan
Following the large-scale renovation of Gildenlaan, two apartment complexes on Schulpweg in Velsen-Noord are set to be refurbished. This project is part of a series of ongoing improvements in the Vels...
Quality mark to combat retail uniformity: 'Lots of monoculture, the tourist formula'
Entrepreneur Bonne Reijn has launched the 'Zegel van Amsterdam', a quality label designed to combat retail monoculture by supporting authentic and culturally significant local shops. The initiative ai...
Haarlem’s first female councilor was a feminist icon: ‘Dignified, but diligent’
Mayor Jos Wienen recently unveiled portraits of several female city council members at Haarlem's town hall to honor their historical contributions. The collection includes a tribute to the city's firs...
Hezbollah pledges loyalty to Iran's new leader
The Lebanese group Hezbollah has pledged its loyalty to Mojtaba Khamenei, the new leader of Iran. Khamenei succeeds his father, who was recently killed in an Israeli airstrike.