Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Part of Leidsevaart in Vogelenzang closed for rest of summer for Bekslaan intersection redesign
A section of the Leidsevaart in Vogelenzang will be closed to car traffic from June 22 until September 30 for the redesign of the Bekslaan intersection. The project aims to improve safety and clarity ...
Public Prosecution chief Rinus Otte slams Marco Borsato’s defense: ‘Bad signal to young girls’
Rinus Otte, the head of the Dutch Public Prosecution Service, has criticized the defense strategy used in the Marco Borsato case, stating it sends a negative message to young victims. In a rare public...
Various sectors continue to suffer from aftermath of Middle East war
According to a new sector forecast by ABN AMRO, various economic sectors in the Netherlands continue to experience the negative effects of the conflict in the Middle East. Despite recent steps toward ...
North Holland traffic: no delays in the morning rush hour on Friday, June 19
The morning rush hour in North Holland started quietly on Friday, June 19, with no traffic delays reported. Traffic flow across the province remained smooth throughout the early morning period.
Number of suicides at lowest level in over a decade
According to Statistics Netherlands (CBS), 1,758 people committed suicide in the Netherlands last year, which is the lowest number in over a decade. On average, nearly five people per day took their o...
Deaths reported after Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon
At least sixteen people were killed following Israeli airstrikes on the Nabatieh region in southern Lebanon on Friday. The casualty count was reported by Al Jazeera based on information provided by Le...
Switzerland: No talks between US and Iran on Friday
Talks between the United States and Iran that were scheduled to take place on Friday at the Bürgenstock mountain resort in Switzerland have been canceled. The Swiss Foreign Ministry announced the can...
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Primary schools focus on Keti Koti: "We are parading through the neighborhood"
Primary schools across Amsterdam are increasingly dedicating time to educate students about Keti Koti, the anniversary of the abolition of slavery. The Flevoparkschool in East Amsterdam is leading the...
Lexi Minetree watched Legally Blonde 150 times to prepare for Elle spin-off
Lexi Minetree revealed on The Tonight Show that she watched Legally Blonde about 150 times to prepare for her role in the upcoming spin-off series Elle. The actress is set to portray a younger version...
Haarlem hotel sector horrified by 'V&D hotel': 'The market is currently worrying'
The Haarlem hotel sector has sent an urgent letter to the city council expressing strong opposition to the development of a large hotel in the former V&D building at Verwulft. Existing hotel owners wa...
KNMI warns of thunderstorms and wind gusts
The KNMI has issued a weather warning for thunderstorms, wind gusts, and hail expected on Friday afternoon. This alert follows a previously issued code yellow warning for heat across the region.
Iran threatens crushing blow if agreement is violated
Iranian negotiator Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf stated on social media that Iran will deliver a "crushing blow" to its enemies if the agreement signed this week is violated. The warning follows the recent ...
Toos & Henk - June 19
Cartoonist Paul Kusters offers a daily satirical perspective on current events through his comic strip Toos & Henk. The cartoon is published from Monday to Saturday, providing a unique look at the new...
Hillegom and Noordwijk demand clear communication on Bloemendaal asylum center plan
The municipalities of Hillegom and Noordwijk are demanding transparent communication from Bloemendaal regarding its plan to house up to 120 asylum seekers at the Tiltenberg site. Although the location...
New Haarlem board of aldermen installed. ‘A dog’s job? Total nonsense’
A new board of six aldermen from the PRO, D66, and CDA parties has been officially installed in Haarlem following a majority council vote. During the debate on the coalition agreement, opposition lead...
Haarlem to ban petrol mopeds from city center starting 2028
Haarlem will ban petrol-powered mopeds from its city center starting January 1, 2028, to improve air quality and reduce noise pollution. The municipality is offering low-income residents up to 1,200 e...
Panic among dozens of pregnant women after maternity care canceled: ‘Only received a QR code that didn’t work’
Dozens of pregnant women in the Netherlands are left without maternity care after the national agency De Kraamvogel canceled services due to severe staffing shortages. Despite holding contracts, many ...
Behind this week's classroom heat lies a bigger (and more expensive) problem
Dutch schools are struggling with excessive heat in classrooms due to outdated building infrastructure that is not equipped for rising temperatures. Experts emphasize that the issue requires comprehen...
Three questions about young plantings in Heemskerk: Who is watering them on these scorching hot days?
The municipality of Heemskerk is taking specific measures to water young trees and plants as temperatures rise above thirty degrees. A spokesperson explained how the local government ensures the survi...