Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Theo Rekelhof is the only professional fisherman on the Westeinderplassen: on eel and the hand of God
Theo Rekelhof is the last remaining professional fisherman working on the Westeinderplassen lake system. He catches eel and other fish, which he processes and smokes in a custom-built smokehouse.
Two cars heavily damaged by fire on Engelenburg in Haarlem
Two parked cars were heavily damaged by a fire on a parking lot along the Engelenburg in Haarlem on Thursday morning. The blaze resulted in significant damage to both vehicles.
Gossip updates | Drew Barrymore shares short tribute to Cameron Diaz
American actress Drew Barrymore shared a social media tribute to her friend Cameron Diaz as part of a celebrity update series. The Dutch news outlet NU.nl provides these regular insights into the live...
US mobilizes aid for Venezuela after severe earthquakes
The United States is mobilizing aid for Venezuela following a series of devastating earthquakes. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau confirmed that U.S. officials are in contact with Venezuel...
Children's Ombudsman sent letters to cabinet but often received no response
Hearings on the Dutch government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic revealed that warning letters from the Children's Ombudsman regarding school closures were frequently ignored. Witnesses testified ...
Water pistols and a green crocodile in the Santpoort paddling pool: ‘It’s nice here under the trees’
The paddling pool in Santpoort-Noord has reopened with a new coating and fresh water, attracting local children for summer play. Visitors are enjoying the shaded area under the trees while playing wit...
Three suspects in court today for pelting anti-Black Pete protest
Three suspects are appearing in court today for their alleged involvement in the violent disruption of an anti-Black Pete protest in Volendam in December 2021. The defendants are charged with public v...
Pruning may seem drastic, but it often leads to new growth and a fuller tree
In his weekly column, Farmer Tom provides advice to a reader named Linda on how to properly prune her potted olive tree. He explains that while the process may seem drastic, it encourages the tree to ...
"I got involved quite suddenly": Two defendants face prison for hiding Sherwin's (41) body in Meer
Two men face potential prison sentences in an Amsterdam court for concealing the body of Sherwin Peterhof, who was found murdered and buried in Meer last year. The suspects allegedly transported the d...
De Zilk residents fear arrival of asylum center right next to their village: ‘Bloemendaal handled this very cleverly’
Residents of De Zilk expressed significant concern during a public meeting regarding the potential establishment of an asylum seekers center at the Tiltenberg site. Approximately 150 people attended t...
Toos & Henk - June 25
Cartoonist Paul Kusters shares his unique perspective on current events through the daily Toos & Henk comic strip. The series is published every Monday through Saturday.
Construction of Geesterweg-Beatrixlaan roundabout begins next week, but not everyone is happy: 'I am disappointed, I am not being heard'
Construction of a new roundabout with two-way bicycle paths at the Geesterweg - Beatrixlaan intersection in Uitgeest is scheduled to begin next week. Local residents expressed significant disappointme...
Hearing aid shops with a heart of gold
Two hearing aid shops are being commended for their compassionate approach, prioritizing individual needs over financial gain and strict regulations. The article highlights their commitment to human-c...
Thijs Römer doubts not informing victims about performance
Dutch actor Thijs Römer is returning to public life and reflecting on his past conviction in an interview with Mischa Blok. He discusses the controversy surrounding his recent stage performance and e...
Venezuela hit by not one but two powerful earthquakes
Two powerful earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 struck northern Venezuela on Wednesday. The US Geological Survey updated its initial report of a single 7.1 magnitude quake to reflect the occur...
WhatsApp gets new boss and wants to monetize users: 'If people have to pay, they will leave quickly'
WhatsApp has appointed Kunal Shah as its new CEO to focus on monetizing the platform's extensive user base. Shah, a veteran in the financial technology sector, is expected to explore new revenue strea...
Lutmaak is a new creative hub in De Pijp: ‘A neighbor asked if she could paint here too. That is wonderful’
Bartender Jens seeks housing in Amsterdam: ‘One room for 1300 euros, you’re allowed to complain about that’
Watching Netherlands-Tunisia on a cafe terrace is out: ‘Doors closed, AC on, it will be a great night of football’
Curaçao Meteorological Service: no tsunami threat after earthquake
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake occurred off the coast of Venezuela and was felt on the island of Curaçao on Wednesday evening. The Meteorological Service of Curaçao issued a code yellow alert but confir...