Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Cabinet will not implement motion for extra funds for Ukraine
The Dutch cabinet has decided not to provide additional financial support to Ukraine this year, despite a motion from the House of Representatives. Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz explained that the...
Waste dumping goes wrong at Tata Steel: pig iron and water cause explosions and fire
A waste disposal incident involving pig iron and water caused explosions and a fire at the Tata Steel site on Thursday evening. The event occurred near Harsco and resulted in significant commotion in ...
French evacuation plane forced to turn back due to Middle East rocket fire
A French government-chartered Air France flight bound for the United Arab Emirates was forced to turn back on Thursday evening due to rocket fire in the region. French Transport Minister Philippe Taba...
The ritual of fueling up
A neurologist describes joining a new professional group and encountering the unfamiliar agenda item 'ineten' during their first department meeting. The author expresses curiosity and a hint of appreh...
Minister Yesilgöz: ‘Defense will not overstep into Foreign Affairs, or vice versa’
Defense Minister Dilan Yesilgöz stated that the roles of the Defense and Foreign Affairs ministries have become more balanced and complementary. She addressed concerns about overlapping responsibilit...
Students debate at KSH Secondary School: 'It's not just about what you say, but especially how you say it'
Students at KSH Scholengemeenschap participated in a youth debate held in the school's auditorium. The event highlighted that young people have significant insights to share, emphasizing the importanc...
Israel claims to have destroyed the lion's share of Iranian air defenses
Israeli General Eyal Zamir stated that recent military strikes have disabled approximately 80 percent of Iran's air defense systems. The operations, conducted by Israel and the United States, also rep...
Form for stranded Dutch citizens filled out 9,000 times so far
The Dutch government's contact form for citizens stranded in the Middle East has been filled out at least 9,000 times. A spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the data and noted t...
F1 bosses must decide on Middle East races soon: Max Verstappen may not race at all in April
Formula 1 leadership must soon decide on the status of April's races in the Middle East, which could leave Max Verstappen out of action for the entire month. As the new season begins, Verstappen has e...
'It's special that this still happens,' says Max (8) from Zandvoort after unveiling stumbling stones in his street
Four Stolpersteine were unveiled in Zandvoort on Thursday to commemorate Jewish residents who did not survive the Holocaust. Local primary school students attended the ceremony to help preserve the me...
Musical plea at Bloemendaal town hall to save the Ark
The Haarlems Straatorkest performed at the Bloemendaal city hall on Thursday to support the Ark residential community, whose six residents are set to lose their home on May 31. The group is seeking as...
250 addresses in Badhoevedorp and Lijnden did not receive voting passes, PostNL apologizes
PostNL has issued an apology after an investigation revealed that residents of three streets in Badhoevedorp and Lijnden likely did not receive their voting passes in late February. The delivery failu...
Director Peter Jackson receives lifetime achievement award at Cannes Film Festival
Director Peter Jackson will receive the Honorary Palme d'Or for his lifetime achievements at the upcoming Cannes Film Festival. The three-time Oscar winner, best known for the Lord of the Rings trilog...
Kristi Noem out as US Homeland Security Secretary
US President Donald Trump announced that Kristi Noem will step down as Secretary of Homeland Security. She is set to be succeeded by Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin in late March, though the reaso...
Ex-Jong Ajax coach read about his successor before even reaching his car: this is his story
Former Jong Ajax coach Willem Weijs discusses his sudden departure from the club following Jordi Cruijff's appointment as technical director. Weijs reflects on the abrupt transition and the challenges...
Between Art and Voting with Tofik Dibi (Bij1) and Johan Dessing (FvD)
Amsterdam political candidates Tofik Dibi and Johan Dessing participated in the program 'Tussen Kunst en Kies' to create street art ahead of the municipal elections. Dibi left the session early after ...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (6-8 March)
This article provides a guide for activities and events taking place in Haarlem during the weekend of March 6 to March 8. It encourages locals to head out and enjoy the city as the weather improves an...
Four major cities receive another €7 million to boost vaccination rates
EU Commissioner: EU must be prepared for influx of refugees
EU Migration Commissioner Magnus Brunner stated that the European Union must be prepared on all fronts for a potential influx of refugees from the Middle East. While there is currently no surge in mig...
Zelensky says US asked for help against Iranian drones
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the United States has requested assistance from his country to improve defenses against Iranian drones. The request aims to enhance resilience agains...