Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Delflandplein neighborhood now officially a nuisance area: People still clearly involved in drugs
The Delflandpleinbuurt in Amsterdam has been officially designated as a nuisance area by the municipality due to ongoing issues with drug trafficking, public drug use, and intimidation. This classific...
'Welcoming, even to asylum seekers'. Remarkable appeal against the anti-AZC stance of the Zandvoort coalition
Maarten van der Schaaf has launched an initiative in Zandvoort to challenge the local government's anti-asylum center stance. He is seeking 85 volunteers to serve as buddies to help integrate asylum s...
Parties promise to take residents' concerns 'seriously' in new Velsen council program. What is in it?
The municipal council of Velsen has established a new four-year program outlining the ambitions of the governing parties. The document emphasizes addressing residents' concerns, although challenges re...
The future of Dutch sing-alongs is clear at De Amsterdamse Zomer
Dutch-language party music and sing-alongs are experiencing a surge in popularity in the Netherlands. The Amsterdamse Zomer event at the Olympic Stadium is currently showcasing this trend with a three...
From Belgium to Israel and Turkey: Telstar icon Glynor Plet on his career highlights, missing his family, and locker room humor. I sat in the trash can to scare the coach
Former Telstar striker Glynor Plet reflects on his extensive football career, which spanned across various countries including Israel and Turkey. Now 39 and retired for three years, he shares personal...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married in New York in the presence of celebrities
Taylor Swift and American football player Travis Kelce were married on Friday evening at Madison Square Garden in New York. The ceremony was attended by approximately one thousand guests, including nu...
Toos & Henk - July 4
Cartoonist Paul Kusters illustrates his unique perspective on current events from Monday through Saturday. This specific feature presents the work of Toos & Henk for July 4th.
The dog, the axe, the forest and the yellow jersey. Visiting Joop Zoetemelk (79): I remain a world champion and Tour winner after all
Former Tour de France winner Joop Zoetemelk reflects on his legendary cycling career as he nears his 80th birthday. Despite the passage of time, he remains a celebrated figure who famously won the Tou...
More first-time buyers in Velsen can access starter loans as fund is increased to 3 million euros
The municipal council of Velsen has unanimously decided to replenish the fund for starter loans to a maximum of 3 million euros. This initiative aims to provide ongoing financial support for first-tim...
May we buy your land? The hunt for campsites to turn into luxury parks is in full swing, but who benefits?
Real estate developers are actively pursuing owners of traditional campgrounds in the Netherlands to purchase their land for multi-million euro deals. The proposed plan involves redeveloping these sit...
Soapbox race in Wijk aan Zee celebrates 75th edition with spectacular runs down the beach ramp
The soapbox race in Wijk aan Zee celebrates its 75th anniversary with 22 participants racing custom-built vehicles down the beach entrance. This traditional event features competitors speeding down th...
Bolsonaro may continue to serve sentence under house arrest
The Brazilian Supreme Court has ruled that former President Jair Bolsonaro may continue to serve his sentence under house arrest. This decision confirms his current conditions of confinement.
Yemen coalition reacts fiercely to Houthi threats
The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen has issued a stern warning that it will respond with unprecedented force to any Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia. This statement follows recent threats from the Hou...
Quick-fire poet Jan de Cler wrote the verses for ‘Hup Holland hup’ live during the Oranje matches
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Two fires, an impending demolition and squatters: the eventful history of the Vondelkerk in seven moments
Theater maker Ellen Dikker: It is ridiculous that an atmosphere has developed where social housing tenants are seen as losers
Podcast maker Rebecca Boektje's Amsterdam: 'I don't care for those restaurants that cook with foams and garnishes'
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