Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Fire in basement storage in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, victim found outside building
Arab countries lose year of economic growth due to Iran war
A UN Development Programme (UNDP) analysis indicates that the conflict involving Iran could cost Arab nations up to $194 billion in economic losses. This financial impact represents more than an entir...
Harsh life along a ragged Osdorperweg documented in book: ‘Anyone who wants to go back to the past is out of their mind’
Kees Schelling has authored a book documenting the historically harsh and simple life along the Osdorperweg in Amsterdam. While the work captures colorful memories of a bygone era, Schelling maintains...
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I snapped at my child. Now what?
The article describes a common parenting situation where stress and lack of sleep cause a parent to lose their temper and yell at their child. It highlights the emotional impact on the child and addre...
IJmond municipalities launch campaign against elder abuse: ‘Don’t look away, talk about it’
The Dutch municipalities of Beverwijk, Heemskerk, and Velsen have launched the "Verborgen Leed" campaign to raise awareness about elder abuse. In collaboration with healthcare organization Zorgbalans,...
Ajax spent €21.5 million on football agents last season
Ajax spent 21.5 million euros on football agents during the 2024-2025 season, the highest amount of any professional club in the Netherlands. This expenditure underscores the significant financial rol...
Harry Potter is far from out of magic
The theatrical production of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" features impressive magical effects, such as flying Dementors and fire-breathing wands. The play successfully challenges the notion tha...
Armed robbery at jewelry store in Amsterdam
Three armed men robbed a jewelry store in Amsterdam-Osdorp on Tuesday morning, fleeing the scene on fatbikes with stolen goods. No injuries were reported, though the suspects caused significant damage...
Arnhem city center arson suspect absent from trial
One of the three suspects in a major arson case in downtown Arnhem failed to appear at the start of the trial on Tuesday. Ricky N. informed his lawyer that he stayed home for self-protection, citing s...
New council chamber officially opened: no more red and aldermen no longer tower over the council
Cycling with the Oer-IJ Foundation: bike tour through the unique nature reserve
Stichting Oer-IJ is organizing a guided cycling excursion through the unique Oer-IJ nature area. The tour provides an opportunity for participants to explore the landscape and learn about the region's...
Milder than normal: the weather forecast for Haarlem in April
Weather forecasts for Haarlem indicate that the first half of April will be milder than usual. Meteorologist Verena Mülder from weeronline.nl reports that temperatures are expected to stay above the ...
Apartment in North uninhabitable after washing machine fire
A washing machine fire in an apartment on Lohuis street in Amsterdam's Buikslotermeer neighborhood caused significant damage on Sunday night, leaving the home uninhabitable. Neighbors were briefly eva...
Garden center Osdorp to leave city on its own initiative
Former international Kuijs (94) dies
Former Dutch international footballer Kees Kuijs has passed away at the age of 94. Kuijs, who played for FC Haarlem and NAC Breda, earned 43 caps for the Netherlands between 1955 and 1962. He was reco...
Founder Marieke Samallo leaves Milkshake: ‘The festival is inextricably linked to Amsterdam’
Mobile data usage in the Netherlands reached a new record last year
Mobile data usage in the Netherlands reached a new record in the final quarter of 2025, according to the regulator ACM. Additionally, the country saw a significant increase in fiber optic connections,...
Haarlem civil servants reporting to confidential counselors more often: ‘Feel they are being bullied’
The number of reports made by Haarlem municipal employees to confidential counselors increased from 32 to 37 over the past year. These reports primarily concerned an unsafe work environment and feelin...
KLM sells catering subsidiary
KLM has reached an agreement to sell its catering subsidiary, KLM Catering Services, to Gategroup. The sale is part of the airline's ongoing strategy to implement cost-saving measures across the compa...