Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
A few hundred people at pacifist demonstration on Malieveld
On Saturday afternoon, several hundred people gathered at the Malieveld in The Hague to protest against war in Iran. The demonstrators urged the Dutch government to pursue diplomacy and political solu...
Your bank account gets more expensive every year, but can it be explained?
The cost of maintaining a bank account continues to rise annually, with additional fees being introduced for cash withdrawals and deposits. Despite these increasing charges for essential services, ban...
This is the best supermarket milk chocolate praline Easter egg: ‘I can actually taste hazelnut’
Three chocolate experts conducted a blind taste test of nine supermarket brands of milk chocolate praline Easter eggs to determine the highest quality options. The panel evaluated the products based o...
Leonie Hijne from Bonhoeffer College in Castricum named Sustainable Teacher of the Year: 'I was nervous, but it went well'
Leonie Hijne from the Bonhoeffercollege in Castricum has been named the 'Sustainable Teacher of the Year' for 2026 at a ceremony in Arnhem. She accepted the award as a significant recognition for the ...
Pope receives 40th Dutch floral display for Easter service in Rome: 'Ideal promotion for the trade'
For the 40th year, the Pope's Easter Mass in Vatican City will be decorated with a Dutch floral display consisting of 7,000 flowers. The tradition serves as a significant global promotion for the Dutc...
Vacant bowling alley at Buikslotermeerplein to become youth center: "Safe space for everyone"
A long-vacant bowling alley at Buikslotermeerplein in Amsterdam-Noord will be transformed into a youth center designed by local teenagers to create a safe community space. The project, led by a commun...
Paid parking remains controversial in Haarlem, even after victory for GL-PvdA and D66: 'It will be a death blow'
Despite the local election victory of GroenLinks-PvdA and D66 in Haarlem, public opposition to the expansion of paid parking remains strong. A recent poll indicates that over two-thirds of respondents...
Should FVD join the administration in Velsen? Majority of respondents say largest party deserves a fair chance
A majority of respondents in a recent poll believe that the Forum voor Democratie (FVD) party should be given a fair chance to help govern in Velsen. The survey showed that 71 percent of participants ...
Ministerial meeting of Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey
Foreign ministers from Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey are meeting in Islamabad to discuss the conflict in Iran. During the two-day summit, the officials are also expected to hold talks with...
Familiar face Pieter Litjens nominated as informateur for new Haarlemmermeer coalition
VVD leader Beryl van Straten has nominated former politician Pieter Litjens to serve as the informateur for forming a new government coalition in Haarlemmermeer. Litjens previously held this same role...
What to do with all those items from the parental home? 'Heirlooms represent a bloodline, but they become fragmented with each generation'
Author Gerbrand Bakker's latest book, 'Boedel,' explores the emotional and practical challenges of handling a parental estate following his mother's death. The work follows siblings as they sort throu...
Two injured in collision on A4 hard shoulder near Weteringbrug
Two people were injured on Saturday morning following a collision between a car and a taxi van on the shoulder of the A4 motorway near Weteringbrug. The driver of the car has been arrested following t...
Zelensky reports defense agreements with United Arab Emirates
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a defense cooperation agreement with the United Arab Emirates following a meeting with President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The two countries have c...
A mindfulness course, a personal trainer, and an e-bike: but Ralph's dog wasn't allowed on the flexible budget
Ralph's request to use his flexible employee benefits budget to purchase a dog was rejected and met with ridicule from his HR department. Career expert Anne-Marije Buckens notes that employers typical...
Writer Erik Nieuwenhuis delves into the lives of Amsterdam tram line 1 passengers
Amsterdam writer Erik Nieuwenhuis has published a novel titled "Lijn 1," which explores the fictional lives of passengers and staff on the city's tram line 1. Drawing from thirty years of observation,...
Experienced administrator with great sadness, Alderman Marjolein Steffens leaves Haarlemmermeer: 'This job is extremely intensive'
Alderman Marjolein Steffens-van de Water is stepping down from her role in the Haarlemmermeer municipality after 26 years in local politics. Following the passing of her husband, she decided to priori...
The Cats for a new generation
The tribute project "Sure he’s a cat: Tribute to The Cats" celebrates the musical legacy of Volendam's most prominent band. It aims to introduce their work to a new generation while providing a nost...
'Many parents want to live up to the perfect image.' Overload among young parents is rising, but solutions are closer than expected
An increasing number of young parents are experiencing extreme fatigue and burnout as they struggle to balance modern societal pressures with the desire for perfection. Experts note that the combinati...
Injured after explosions and fire at home in Schiedam
On Friday evening, a person was injured and hospitalized with burn injuries following explosions and a fire at a residence on Van Marumstraat in Schiedam. Police confirmed the victim was transported t...
Pope in Monaco for historic visit
Pope Leo arrived in Monaco on Saturday morning for the first papal visit to the microstate in modern times. He was officially received by Prince Albert and Princess Charlene after arriving via helicop...