Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Opinions remain divided over plans for Hillegom's Jozefkerk: 'For goodness' sake, just get started'
A public meeting in Hillegom regarding redevelopment plans for the Jozefkerk drew approximately 150 attendees, who remain sharply divided on the project. The gathering highlighted passionate arguments...
Cyprus eyes NATO again after Iranian attacks
Cyprus is reconsidering its application for NATO membership following drone attacks launched by Iran. President Nikos Christodoulides expressed strong interest in joining the alliance, stating that an...
Jordi Cruyff embraces former players at Ajax: Siem de Jong and Daniel de Ridder technical managers
Jordi Cruijff is advocating for former players Siem de Jong and Daniel de Ridder to take on prominent roles as technical managers at Ajax. Cruijff has expressed strong support for the two individuals ...
EU Commissioner: EU must boost missile defense production
EU Commissioner Andrius Kubilius has called for the European Union to significantly increase its production of anti-aircraft and anti-ballistic missiles. He stated that this is urgent due to the Irani...
How the ‘three Ms’ are refreshing Max Verstappen's Red Bull: Saying goodbye to the excuse culture
The appointment of Laurent Mekies as team principal eight months ago has triggered a cultural shift at Red Bull Racing, moving the team away from a culture of excuses. As the team prepares for a new e...
Benali brings Ali and Nino to the stage: ‘There is always a war going on somewhere, peace is a luxury’
Russia issues threats over nuclear weapons in Finland
The Kremlin has warned of potential consequences if Finland allows nuclear weapons to be stationed on its territory. This statement follows Finland's announcement that it intends to lift its current b...
Living in a gym in Betondorp? This former school is now for sale (and no, you don't have to do gymnastics anymore)
A former school building from 1926, known as De Scheepskameel, is currently for sale in the Betondorp neighborhood of Amsterdam. This unique property allows residents to live in a historic space that ...
New artwork and water pump unveiled: Church Square regains historical look
Alderman Roel Beems has officially opened the renovated Church Square in Castricum following a two-month renovation project. The final phase of the project included the unveiling of a new artwork and ...
Global drug and money laundering network dismantled, 15 arrests
An international law enforcement operation known as Operation Candy has dismantled a global drug smuggling and money laundering network, leading to fifteen arrests. Europol reported the seizure of 1,2...
Tada! Haarlem's first female council members receive portraits in city hall
Mayor Jos Wienen unveiled portraits of Haarlem's first three female council members at the city hall this week. The ceremony honors these prominent historical figures for their significant contributio...
Province supports municipalities in expanding asylum reception
The province of North Holland has received over two million euros from the Dutch government to assist municipalities in creating additional reception spaces for asylum seekers. The funding is designat...
Months of delay for Tata Steel sustainability plan permit
Tata Steel's sustainability plans are facing several months of delay as the province of North Holland and the environmental agency require more information to assess the permit application. The evalua...
Fewer bus trips in Utrecht to make public transport more reliable
Public transport providers Transdev and Keolis are reducing bus schedules in the Utrecht region to improve service reliability and minimize unexpected cancellations. The decision follows a period of f...
Nancy and Rik open Schepsels ice cream parlor in Castricum with free ice cream for first 500 visitors: 'We feel something is in the air here'
Nancy Schaper and Rik Droog are opening a new ice cream cafe called Schepsels in Castricum on Saturday, March 7th. Located at the former site of Marx O’Larry’s, the shop will celebrate its grand o...
Fred Grim spoke with Jordi Cruijff, but not about the future: 'We do it weekly'
Ajax interim coach Fred Grim stated that his recent meeting with technical director Jordi Cruijff did not involve discussions about his future at the club. Grim expressed no concern regarding his job ...
Heemstede coalition aimed for a future-proof village. What is already noticeable in daily practice?
The 2022 Heemstede coalition agreement set goals to make the village safe, green, and future-proof through updated frameworks and visions. Despite these legislative plans, the tangible effects on the ...
Depositions released of 'Epstein girl' accusing Trump
The U.S. Department of Justice has released transcripts of police interviews with a woman who alleges she was raped by Donald Trump when she was a minor. These documents were previously excluded from ...
Photographers Lieke and Pim live and work in an old school. ‘For a shoot, the whole team first gathers around the dining table’
Photographers Lieke Heijn and Pim Janswaard live and work in a converted 1910 school building in Wormer, Netherlands. The 320-square-meter space consists of three former classrooms used as both a fami...
Barbara de Loor reaches career peak in the snow of Inzell
This article looks back at the historical world speed skating title won by Barbara de Loor in Inzell, marking it as the highlight of her professional career. The retrospective is part of a weekly seri...