Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Fire in Woerden halts train traffic in part of the Randstad
A fire in Woerden has suspended train services between Utrecht and both Den Haag and Rotterdam. NS and ProRail anticipate that traffic will resume around 8:15 PM.
Josine Steenvoorde of PRO Heemstede: 'I really think something must be done about road safety on the Binnenweg'
Josine Steenvoorde, a new council member for the PRO Heemstede party, is advocating for improved road safety on the Binnenweg. She is one of six new representatives joining the Heemstede municipal cou...
Humberto Tan on the end of RTL Tonight: 'Sometimes a risk doesn't pay off'
Humberto Tan reflected on the conclusion of his talk show RTL Tonight, which is set to air its final episode this Friday. The presenter acknowledged that the program was a calculated risk that ultimat...
From Arie Haan to Jaap Stam: 275 Orange shirts with a story
Collectors Brian Borghardt and Erik van Goor have compiled their extensive collection of Dutch national football team jerseys into a new book titled 'Het Oranjeshirt'. The publication features 275 shi...
Marly Bak (31) from Velserbroek chases first overall victory in Zandvoort: ‘I’m traveling a lot this summer’
Marly Bak from Velserbroek is competing in the Robijn Quickwash Eredivisie Beach volleyball tournament in Zandvoort this weekend. Alongside teammate Bjorna Gras, the 31-year-old is seeded sixth in the...
Another explosion in Lukas Schoonderbeekstraat in Hillegom: ‘There we were again, the whole street in our pajamas’
A firework bomb exploded in Lukas Schoonderbeekstraat in Hillegom during the night between Thursday and Friday, marking the third such incident in the neighborhood. Similar explosions occurred twice l...
'Many people don't eat enough of this, even though it’s crucial for your skin': tips from a skin dietitian
Skin dietitian Eva Snoeck explains that nutrition plays a vital role alongside skincare in maintaining healthy skin. She highlights the importance of specific ingredients, particularly an antioxidant ...
Oil prices fall further on potential Iran-US peace deal
Oil prices continued to decline on Friday following news of a potential peace agreement between Iran and the United States. President Donald Trump indicated that the deal could be signed as early as t...
If you want your city to look a little cool, don’t act so hysterical when a superstar visits
Politics on the Amstel: Much irritation over Halsema and will the bridge over the IJ still happen?
Journalists from AT5, Het Parool, and De Telegraaf analyzed the recent Amsterdam coalition agreement debate, highlighting criticism of Mayor Femke Halsema's management of the proceedings. Key topics d...
Climate experts warn Brussels: 'Don't tinker with industrial climate policy'
Climate experts from nine countries have urged the European Commission to maintain the current CO2 levy on power plants and industrial sectors. They argue that this tax is a fundamental component of t...
Jetten anticipates economic setback due to Iran war
Rob Jetten stated during a weekly press conference that the ongoing conflict involving Iran could lead to less favorable economic outcomes. He emphasized that the cabinet will explore ways to support ...
De Zefier primary school celebrates 10th anniversary with circus performance by students: 'I've never been in a circus before'
Primary school De Zefier in IJmuiden celebrated its 10th anniversary with a special circus performance featuring its students as the lead performers. The event included various acts such as human pyra...
Multiple people arrested for explosion at Amsterdam gym
Police have arrested several individuals and seized multiple vehicles following an explosion at a gym in Amsterdam that occurred between Thursday night and Friday morning. Authorities have not yet dis...
Actress Jane Seymour engaged to musician John Zambetti: 'Very happy'
Actress and former Bond girl Jane Seymour, 75, has announced her engagement to musician John Zambetti. The couple confirmed the news on a red carpet in New York, where Seymour expressed her happiness ...
Hondius sets sail again for cruise after hantavirus outbreak
The m/v Hondius is scheduled to depart from Spitsbergen this Saturday for its first arctic cruise since a hantavirus outbreak occurred on the vessel. The expedition, operated by Oceanwide Expeditions,...
Teens and twentysomethings made explosives for ATM bombings in Osdorp basement, multiple suspects arrested
NAM not required to contribute to Groningen housing compensation for now
The Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij (NAM) is currently not required to contribute to compensation payments for the decline in value of unsold homes in the Groningen earthquake zone. This decision te...
Custody extended for 19-year-old suspect in fatal Zeeland accident
A 19-year-old suspect involved in a fatal traffic accident in Zeeland will remain in custody for an extended period. The Public Prosecution Service Zeeland-West-Brabant announced the decision on Frida...
De Achterklap Podcast | World Cup row involving the Dutch team and the end of talk shows?
This podcast episode discusses controversies involving the Dutch national football team during the World Cup. It also addresses the uncertain future of talk shows and various side issues related to th...