Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Human rights organization: more than a thousand civilian deaths in Iran
According to the Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), 1,097 civilians, including 181 children, have been killed in Iran since the start of the conflict. The US-based organization reports these ...
Operator of The Coffee Spot Turfmarkt wants to keep business but lacks permit: ‘I’ve put a year and a half of love into it’
The owner of The Coffee Spot on Turfmarkt in Haarlem is legally challenging the local municipality to obtain a catering permit and prevent the closure of his business. During a court hearing, the entr...
Dead and wounded in Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon
Israeli airstrikes on two cities south of Beirut resulted in the deaths of six people on Wednesday. The casualty figures were reported by the Lebanese Ministry of Health following the attacks.
Nevin Özütok (65) reveals what led to her downfall as Beverwijk alderman: ‘Do you realize you’re overstepping your bounds?’
Nevin Özütok, a former alderman in Beverwijk, has publicly shared the events leading up to her forced resignation following allegations of transgressive behavior. Despite receiving praise for her wo...
Iranian Revolutionary Guard claims control of Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard has claimed full control over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime route for oil and gas transportation. The elite force warned that vessels passing through the water...
One third of municipal election candidates are women
One-third of candidates for the upcoming municipal elections are women, according to an analysis of candidate lists from all municipalities by the foundation 'Stem op een Vrouw'. This figure matches t...
North Sea Foundation: Uninsured ships a risk, but shadow fleet a greater threat
The North Sea Foundation is advocating for mandatory insurance for smaller sea vessels under 300 tons to improve maritime safety. While highlighting the risks posed by these uninsured ships, the organ...
LIVE KNVB Cup | AZ can reach final for second year in a row, Telstar aim for upset in Alkmaar
AZ and Telstar face off in the second semi-final of the KNVB Cup in Alkmaar. AZ aims to reach the final for the second consecutive year, while Telstar is making its first semi-final appearance since 1...
Harry Styles' sultry new album is the soundtrack for a stadium marathon
'Girls' houses' on WhatsApp popular among teens, but everyone is watching
Young girls are increasingly using WhatsApp as a social media platform to share photos, videos, and private information like school schedules. However, these public groups are often accessible to anyo...
Daniëlle (26) and Nina (27) keep housing costs low as pet sitters: ‘Can pay off our debt’
Gerrit's (75) shelter in the Bijlmer treats over 7,000 animals annually
With this new building, minimalism is abolished: the Amsterdam School has a successor
First KLM flight with Dutch nationals departs Oman
A KLM flight carrying the first group of Dutch citizens to be repatriated has departed from Muscat, Oman. The aircraft, flight KL9896, took off from Muscat International Airport to bring the citizens ...
Cuba charges six after intercepting speedboat from US
Cuban authorities have charged six crew members of a U.S. speedboat following an interception by the coast guard last week. The vessel was stopped after a gunfight at sea, according to a statement fro...
Triple Threat in new winning streak. 'Too much yo-yoing though'
The Triple Threat women's basketball team secured a spot in the playoffs after defeating Binnenland 72-60 for their second consecutive victory. Coach Mario Bennes' Haarlem-based squad confirmed their ...
Iranian Ayatollah Khamenei to be buried in hometown Mashhad
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad following his death in bombings carried out by Israel and the United States on Saturday. Khamenei had served as t...
Roxy Dekker big winner at 3FM Awards, voted best artist
Roxy Dekker emerged as the big winner at the 3FM Awards, securing titles for Best Artist and Best Song for her hit "Loser." The ceremony, held at TivoliVredenburg, also honored the band DI-RECT as Bes...
Robbery at KFC on Eerste Van Swindenstraat, suspect arrested
A robbery occurred at a KFC restaurant on Eerste Van Swindenstraat in Amsterdam East on Tuesday evening, resulting in the arrest of one suspect. No injuries were reported during the incident, and poli...
Duncan Laurence will not return to Eurovision: 'In this state, no thank you'
2019 Eurovision winner Duncan Laurence has announced he will not return to the song contest, expressing support for the Dutch boycott of the event. He stated that he does not wish to participate in th...