Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Readers refuse to give Donald Pols a second chance at Tata Steel: ‘In two years you won’t hear from this man anymore’
A survey of 423 readers reveals that 68% believe former executive Donald Pols should not be given a second chance at Tata Steel following his departure. While 32% of respondents are open to a potentia...
Koeman returns to city where he retired as an international
Ronald Koeman, coach of the Dutch national team, is traveling from Kansas City to Dallas. The trip marks a return to the city where Koeman played his final match as an international player during the ...
De Jong believes in Netherlands but doesn't see team as World Cup favorites
Frenkie de Jong expressed confidence in the Dutch national team's capabilities ahead of their World Cup opening match against Japan. While he does not consider the team a tournament favorite, he highl...
Car and scooter go up in flames in Haarlem
A car and a scooter were destroyed by fire on Van Keulenstraat in Haarlem during the night between Friday and Saturday. Passersby discovered the blaze around 12:10 a.m. and alerted emergency services.
PostNL and DHL: where to find a parcel locker in Haarlem
PostNL and DHL have installed parcel machines across various locations in Haarlem, allowing residents to send and receive packages 24/7. Users only need a mobile phone and a valid email address to ope...
Readers call for preservation of Pavilion Het Witte Huis: ‘Unique place must not disappear’
A survey reveals that 93 percent of respondents oppose the Bloemendaal municipality's proposal to sell the property of Pavilion Het Witte Huis in Overveen. Local residents are calling for the preserva...
Former Ajax director Alex Kroes in advanced negotiations with Austrian champions
Damage to home after smoky fire in Haarlem
A fire broke out in a residence on Herensingel in Haarlem during the early hours of Saturday morning. Residents discovered the blaze around 2:10 AM after smoke filled the building, causing damage to t...
Ukraine fights, Europe bickers
The war in Ukraine has now lasted longer than World War I, which is a significant milestone given that expectations for Ukraine's survival were low at the start of the Russian invasion. While the conf...
How Amsterdam aims to become safer for women after Lisa's murder, but is it enough?
Following the murder of a teenager, Amsterdam has allocated 16 million euros to improve women's safety through measures like better lighting, buddy systems, and specialized enforcement officers. While...
How Amsterdam aims to improve safety for women after Lisa's murder, but is it enough?
Amsterdam is investing 16 million euros in women's safety measures, such as improved lighting and buddy systems, following the murder of a 17-year-old girl. Despite these plans, critics argue the acti...
From Kennemerland to the New York Yankees: how this region grooms baseball talent for the world's biggest league
Three Dutch baseball talents, Celwin Hurkmans, Tijn Frederikze, and Cayro Hazel, have recently signed contracts with Major League Baseball teams. They were trained through the Kennemerland Rabbits pro...
Gerard (72) is convinced his meter is lying, but Vattenfall finds the real culprit
72-year-old Gerard Reulink suspected his new energy meter was faulty after receiving an unexpectedly high bill from Vattenfall. However, an investigation by the utility provider revealed the meter was...
Minors easily obtain illegal weight-loss injections via dealers: 'Many children buy from us. They want it delivered to school'
A thriving illegal trade in weight-loss injections is targeting minors, fueled by the global popularity of drugs like Ozempic. Although these substances have not been tested for use by young people, d...
Rijsttafel with an aftertaste: how a bargain can sometimes smell sour
A Social Deal offering discounted rice table vouchers at Ron Gastrobar turned out to be less advantageous than customers initially expected. The situation highlights potential issues with the transpar...
Uitgeest child health clinic closed after years of foul odors
The consultation bureau on Graskamplaan in Uitgeest has closed following years of persistent odor issues. If the landlord, Kennemer Wonen, cannot find a solution to the problem, the closure will becom...
Haarlem Food Bank sees number of clients drop 40% in three years, while Velsen and Haarlemmermeer fill up
The number of clients at the Haarlem Food Bank has decreased by 40% over the last three years, highlighting a regional disparity in food aid demand. In contrast, nearby municipalities like Velsen and ...
Have you spotted this artwork by Streetart Frankey yet?
Musician Ned (56) on his first words in Amsterdam: ‘Learning Dutch was like a pain that feels good’
