Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
EU wants defense partnerships with Australia, Iceland, and Ghana
EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas announced that the European Union plans to sign defense partnerships with Australia, Iceland, and Ghana in the coming days. These new agreements follow similar defe...
The Canal Diggers statue officially unveiled at the small lock: ‘Here they are visible and it was about time too’
The "De Kanaalgravers" statue was officially unveiled at its new, more prominent location near the Small Lock in IJmuiden on Sunday. The relocation from Pontplein follows years of public requests to g...
Wijk aan Zee awakens: beach huts arrive one by one. 'Not long now and we'll be back'
Beach houses are being transported back to the beach in Wijk aan Zee to prepare for the upcoming summer season. Local business owners are setting up their locations under favorable weather conditions ...
Community service for Haarlem man caught with dog after ignoring ban: 'I call all my dogs Jango'
A 39-year-old man from Haarlem has been sentenced to 60 hours of community service for violating a court-ordered ban on keeping dogs. The defendant admitted guilt during his trial, expressing his love...
Austrian ORF director leaves after sexual misconduct allegations
Roland Weissmann has resigned from his position as director of the Austrian broadcaster ORF following allegations of sexual harassment. The broadcaster announced his departure on Monday.
Foreign media after much-discussed first F1 race of the year: Typical Max Verstappen
The first Formula 1 race of 2026 in Melbourne was marked by controversy over new regulations and numerous crashes. Despite the chaotic conditions, Max Verstappen secured a victory, a performance that ...
Part-time car dealer Lars Huijer (32) plays among millionaires at World Baseball Classic: ‘It doesn’t matter how much you earn’
Lars Huijer, a 32-year-old pitcher for the Amsterdam Pirates and part-time car dealer, is competing against elite professionals at the World Baseball Classic. Despite nearly retiring three years ago a...
Fourth Haarlem Blues Night
The fourth edition of the Haarlem Blues Night will take place on Friday, March 20, at the Patronaat concert hall. This mini-festival features authentic blues music performed by various international a...
A Streetcar Named Desire is a visual spectacle, but leaves too little room for emotion
Investigation into Crans-Montana mayor after fatal bar fire
Swiss authorities are investigating Nicolas Féraud, the mayor of Crans-Montana, and four other officials following a New Year's Eve bar fire that killed 41 people. The investigation seeks to determin...
Sharp price increases at the pump again Tuesday: ‘First major effects becoming visible’
Motorists in the Netherlands will face significant fuel price increases on Tuesday as global oil prices rise above $100 per barrel due to the conflict in the Middle East. Fuel expert Derk Foolen from ...
BBB board regrets leak of critical letter from prominent members
The board of the BBB party expressed regret following the media leak of a critical letter written by dozens of prominent members, including senators and former officials. The letter voiced dissatisfac...
Thousands of homes, no North/South line: the results of Haarlemmermeer's coalition plans
The political coalition in Haarlemmermeer has largely fulfilled its promises from four years ago, including the construction of 3,000 new homes and improvements to local parking. However, despite thes...
Many traditional Dutch names, few women: these are next week's city council candidates
The upcoming municipal elections feature a high number of candidates with traditional Dutch male names, although newer names are becoming more common. Women remain significantly underrepresented on th...
Swimming lessons for one euro in Amsterdam: What you need to know if you have a Stadspas
Starting in September, Amsterdam residents with a Stadspas can attend swimming lessons for only one euro per session. The initiative by the municipality aims to improve water safety in the canal-fille...
Dutch officials targeted by Russian attack on Signal and WhatsApp
The Dutch intelligence services AIVD and MIVD have warned that Russian hackers are targeting the Signal and WhatsApp accounts of high-ranking individuals, including Dutch government employees. These c...
Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (March 9 - March 15)
Roadworks are scheduled throughout Haarlem from March 9 to March 15, resulting in partial closures in several locations such as Van Marumstraat and Langebrug. Drivers should expect disruptions in the ...
The internet personalities I look up after accidentally spending too much time in the manosphere
Journalist Senna Brammer discusses her habit of seeking out specific internet personalities to serve as a digital palate cleanser after encountering toxic content in the manosphere. As a chronically o...
How Frisians helped 100 young Amsterdam footballers survive the Hunger Winter
Binoculars out at Fort bij Krommeniedijk as black-tailed godwits return, but the national bird is slowly vanishing from the Dutch landscape. 'A bit sad'
Birdwatchers are gathering at Fort bij Krommeniedijk to observe the return of the godwit, the national bird of the Netherlands. Despite the seasonal excitement, the species is slowly disappearing from...