Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Jazz old-fashioned? Not according to these young people: I'm surprised how busy it is every night
Lance Declemy founded the jazz student association Vivace in Amsterdam to provide a dedicated space for young people to perform and enjoy jazz music. Held at Theater de Richel, the bi-weekly jam sessi...
Music has played a prominent role in my life from an early age
Jolanda van den Dool, a 41-year-old ICU nurse from Haarlem, has been appointed as the new director of the Hillegom Music School starting July 1. She shares how music has played a significant role in h...
Amsterdam police see more violence from people without prospects
Amsterdam police report a rise in incidents involving individuals who feel they have nothing to lose, particularly in the city center. This trend includes an increase in nuisance behavior, shoplifting...
Presenter leaves VRT after 25 years following remark about women to Soundos
Presenter Bart Schols is leaving the Belgian broadcaster VRT after 25 years, including stepping down from his role as host of the talkshow De Afspraak. Schols, who began his career as a sports journal...
CU leader Bikker lashes out at cabinet's 'liberal pushy agenda'
ChristenUnie leader Mirjam Bikker criticized the Dutch government during a party congress for failing to show promised restraint in medical-ethical issues, such as embryo research. She called for an e...
Pope arrives in Spain for nearly week-long visit
Pope Leo has arrived in Madrid for a nearly week-long visit to Spain, marking the first papal visit to the country since 2010. Upon his arrival, he stated that he brings a message of charity and respe...
We need to look at weight loss differently, expert says: 'Weight-loss drugs are turning obesity care upside down'
Emeritus professor Chris Mulder states that weight loss medication is fundamentally changing obesity care in the Netherlands. Although the country is at the beginning of this major shift, it remains p...
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Mother of Caroline van der Plas (BBB) dies after short illness: 'Glad we were with her this week'
The mother of BBB leader Caroline van der Plas passed away on Friday following a short illness. Van der Plas had recently taken a temporary leave of absence from the House of Representatives to care f...
Some politicians call him the ‘most annoying interviewer’, but Bob Scholte (31) of Left Laser takes it as a major compliment: ‘We’re not doing anything crazy’
Bob Scholte, the creator of Left Laser, has gained a large online following for his confrontational interviewing style that targets Dutch political figures. A recent video featuring politician Gidi Ma...
IJmuiden port model restored to former glory. Scale model unearthed from Noordoostpolder forest
A historic scale model of the IJmuiden harbor, formerly used for scientific research, has been restored and opened to the public in the Noordoostpolder. The site was recently excavated from a forest w...
Jackie Groenen and Oranje Leeuwinnen immediately hit by new FIFA rules
The Dutch national women's football team, the Oranje Leeuwinnen, suffered a 3-2 defeat against Ireland in a match marked by controversy over newly introduced FIFA rules. The incident involving Jackie ...
From collagen to panthenol and hyaluronic acid: what does each ingredient do? Experts explain
Experts explain the functions of popular skincare ingredients such as collagen, panthenol, and hyaluronic acid in achieving smooth and healthy skin. The article details how specific components like Vi...
Harry Styles thanks Amsterdam on the back of Het Parool: ‘Thank you for having us!’
Dune temperatures can swing from 70 degrees to frost in 24 hours
Jelle van de Helm and Henk Wijkhuisen highlight the extreme temperature fluctuations in National Park Zuid-Kennemerland, which can range from 70 degrees Celsius during the day to night frost. The area...
Livestock transporter Gerard became a vegetarian because of his grandson and is now the company's laughing stock
Gerard, a 55-year-old livestock transporter, is seeking a career change after his grandson's questions about the animals led him to become a vegetarian. He is currently facing workplace harassment due...
Finger and foot broken: boys wanted for assault on man in central Haarlem
Police in Haarlem are searching for a group of six to eight youths who assaulted a man on the Gedempte Oude Gracht, leaving him with a broken finger and foot. The incident occurred during the night of...
Hussein Alhelal (43) from Syria denied asylum but cannot safely return: 'I am a plasterer and electrician, I want to contribute'
Hussein Alhelal, a 43-year-old Syrian refugee living in the Netherlands, has been denied asylum by the IND despite his efforts to integrate and work as a plasterer and electrician. While his family re...
Controversial boulders now also appearing in Grote Houtstraat green spaces. 'Greener? It's becoming stonier'
The municipality of Haarlem has placed large gray boulders in new planting beds at the southern end of Grote Houtstraat, sparking controversy over the city's landscaping choices. This move follows rec...
Caesar (21), Stijn (24) and Max (26) to walk the Camino and develop an AI mental health app on the way: 'The world will be our office'
Three friends, including Haarlem resident Max Helmantel, are embarking on a six-day, 120-kilometer Camino pilgrimage through Portugal starting in mid-August. During their trek, the trio will utilize A...