Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Controversial women's football transfer: Feyenoord sign attacker from Ajax
Feyenoord Women has completed a notable transfer by signing attacker Ilayah Dostmohamed from their rivals, Ajax. This move represents a significant transition between the two major Dutch clubs.
NS to alert passengers when summer ticket promotion expires
The Dutch railway company NS will notify passengers when their discounted summer subscription is nearing its end. This initiative aims to prevent travelers from accidentally paying full price for a su...
Turn off the AC and embrace the heat: you'll adapt within a week, scientist calculates
Researcher Hannah Pallubinsky explains that the human body can adapt to high temperatures within a week if people train themselves by avoiding air conditioning. She encourages using upcoming heatwaves...
European premiere 'The Little Big Things': 'It's bursting with vitality and zest for life'
The European premiere of the West-End musical 'The Little Big Things' will take place at Royal Theater Carré in Amsterdam as part of the 'Broadway in Carré' series. Directed by Ola Mafaalani, the pr...
Israeli Minister Saar breaks with EU foreign chief Kallas
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has announced that he is severing all ties with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas. Saar accused Kallas of being "obsessed" with Israel and behaving in an unfairl...
Brussels blows up Box 3: 'Truly radical, this will cost the treasury billions'
The European Commission is set to propose new rules that will make investing through private limited companies significantly more lucrative, potentially undermining the Dutch 'box 3' wealth tax system...
Despite Iran deal, inflation expected to rise to 3.4 percent
Despite a decline in oil and gas prices following the Iran agreement, EU inflation is expected to rise to 3.4 percent by the fourth quarter. Businesses and citizens are predicted to continue bearing t...
XR lawyers: police must wear visible identification
Lawyers representing Extinction Rebellion are calling for Dutch police officers to wear visible identification, such as name tags or service numbers, during demonstrations. They argue that the current...
Fireworks mortar and possible pipe bomb at asylum center under construction in Nuenen
A firework mortar and a possible pipe bomb were discovered at an asylum seekers' center under construction in Nuenen. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service (EOD) is investigating the items to confir...
Prosecution: Link to Funcaps products proven in 18 deaths
The Dutch Public Prosecutor's Office announced during a preliminary court hearing in Zwolle that they can prove eighteen deaths were caused by substances sold through the website Funcaps. Three suspec...
US to reconsider troops and bases in Europe
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the United States will reconsider its troop presence and military base locations across Europe in the coming months. This review will evaluate which ...
Sweden, Norway and Canada announce new support package for Ukraine
Sweden, Norway, and Canada have announced a new support package for Ukraine. The announcement was made by Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson ahead of a NATO defense ministers' meeting in Brussels.
Brahim Abid declines Nieuw-West chairmanship, PRO back to the drawing board
Germany sends naval ships to Hormuz for possible mission
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced that two naval vessels are currently traveling through the Suez Canal toward the Strait of Hormuz for a potential mission. The statement was made duri...
Schiphol warns of long queues this summer: 'The current situation is unsustainable'
Schiphol Airport is warning travelers of long queues this summer caused by technical issues with the new Entry/Exit System (EES). The airport described the current situation as unsustainable, noting t...
Heat strikes: up to 33 degrees, but also a chance of rain and thunderstorms
A period of intense heat is set to begin on Thursday, with temperatures reaching up to 33 degrees in the south of the Netherlands. While the day will be mostly sunny with little wind, there is a later...
WMO: Warming hits Africa hard, glaciers almost gone
The World Meteorological Organization reports that climate change impacts, including severe floods and droughts, affected over 13 million people in Africa last year and caused more than 3,000 deaths. ...
Heritage of the Week | Layering beneath Waterlooplein
A new architectural model displayed in the Stopera aims to showcase the historical transformation of Amsterdam's Waterlooplein. The project helps visitors visualize the area's rich heritage and past a...
Street harassment reporting point under fire shortly after launch: 'Hard to find, laughable first question'
A newly launched reporting point for street intimidation in Haarlem is facing criticism from local council members shortly after its opening. Critics highlight the platform's poor visibility and a con...
Information session on future Geesterweg-Prinses Beatrixlaan roundabout in Uitgeest
The municipality of Uitgeest is organizing a public walk-in meeting regarding the construction of a new roundabout at the Geesterweg-Prinses Beatrixlaan intersection. The infrastructure project is sch...