Dutch News in English

Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.

The Art Zoo Museum feels like an eccentric scientist's cabinet of curiosities
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The Art Zoo Museum feels like an eccentric scientist's cabinet of curiosities

Beverwijk raid book to be translated into German
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Beverwijk raid book to be translated into German

The historical book 'Oorlog voorbij het Graf,' which details the WWII-era raid in Beverwijk, is being translated into German for publication. The announcement was made by the chairperson of the Zösch...

Amsterdammers to be involved in new coalition negotiations
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Amsterdammers to be involved in new coalition negotiations

Amsterdam's forming coalition parties are involving residents in negotiations by selecting 75 randomly chosen citizens to participate in the formation process. Formateur Hendrik-Jan Biemond has also a...

Amsterdam residents to be involved in new coalition negotiations
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Amsterdam residents to be involved in new coalition negotiations

The political parties PRO and D66 plan to involve Amsterdam residents in the formation of a new coalition agreement by inviting 75 randomly selected citizens to participate in discussions. Alongside t...

Going out with Amalia is wilder than with a minister
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Going out with Amalia is wilder than with a minister

The Dutch cabinet is preparing measures to mitigate the economic impact of the conflict in Iran while facing internal political challenges in The Hague. The PVV is reportedly threatening to block its ...

Starmer: Dozen countries say they will contribute to Hormuz mission
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Starmer: Dozen countries say they will contribute to Hormuz mission

France and the United Kingdom have announced that twelve countries have pledged support for a multinational mission to restore shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The two nations will lead the operation...

Cyclist found seriously injured on Noorderweg near Spaarndam, investigation underway
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Cyclist found seriously injured on Noorderweg near Spaarndam, investigation underway

A cyclist was found seriously injured on the Noorderweg near Spaarndam on Friday afternoon. Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter and two ambulances, responded to the scene, and an investi...

Guterres at Peace Palace: international law under pressure
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Guterres at Peace Palace: international law under pressure

UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that international law is under pressure during an event celebrating the 80th anniversary of the International Court of Justice in The Hague. The ceremony...

Role for ‘city formateurs’ from outside politics in formation of city government: ‘We know what people are facing’
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Role for ‘city formateurs’ from outside politics in formation of city government: ‘We know what people are facing’

Pope's Mass in Cameroon draws 120,000 faithful
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Pope's Mass in Cameroon draws 120,000 faithful

Pope Leo led a mass in Cameroon attended by approximately 120,000 people, marking the largest gathering of his current tour of Africa. The Vatican confirmed the record turnout as the Pope continues hi...

Premier Jetten: Missed opportunity if Senate rejects asylum laws
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Premier Jetten: Missed opportunity if Senate rejects asylum laws

Premier Rob Jetten is urging the Senate to approve new asylum laws during a vote scheduled for next week. He stated that it would be a missed opportunity if the legislation were to be rejected by the ...

Caro announces new album: 'It's about accepting every part of me'
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Caro announces new album: 'It's about accepting every part of me'

Dutch singer Caro has announced her new solo album, Returning to Innocence, which is set to be released this autumn. The announcement follows the Friday debut of her latest single, Greatness.

De Achterklap Podcast | Marco's TV comeback divides and Gillis denies biting
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De Achterklap Podcast | Marco's TV comeback divides and Gillis denies biting

Marco Borsato made his first television appearance since his legal case began, resulting in divided public opinion. Additionally, reality television star Peter Gillis recently appeared in court twice ...

Fewer aircraft noise complaints around Schiphol despite increase in flights
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Fewer aircraft noise complaints around Schiphol despite increase in flights

Hermans hopes opposition views healthcare plans as a whole
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Hermans hopes opposition views healthcare plans as a whole

Health Minister Sophie Hermans is calling on opposition parties to view the government's healthcare proposals as a comprehensive package following the cabinet's agreement to increase the deductible. T...

Sybrand Buma to become new Vice President of the Council of State
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Sybrand Buma to become new Vice President of the Council of State

Sybrand Buma, the current mayor of Leeuwarden and former CDA leader, has been appointed as the new vice president of the Council of State. He is scheduled to succeed Thom de Graaf in the position star...

Willem's dream comes true: fencing to prevent railway accidents
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Willem's dream comes true: fencing to prevent railway accidents

After years of delays, rail infrastructure manager ProRail has installed a safety fence along the tracks between Overveen and Zandvoort to prevent children and deer from entering the line. The project...

Broadcast journalist uncovers secret location of navy ship with a simple tracker
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Broadcast journalist uncovers secret location of navy ship with a simple tracker

A journalist from Omroep Gelderland successfully tracked the secret location of the Dutch naval frigate Zr.Ms. Evertsen in the Mediterranean Sea using an inexpensive Bluetooth tracker. While Defense M...

Domus Plus homeless shelter stays out of the council chamber
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Domus Plus homeless shelter stays out of the council chamber

The Haarlem city council has decided against holding a new political discussion regarding the construction of the Domus Plus shelter for homeless individuals and addicts in Haarlem-Oost. A majority of...

Trump pleased with Iran's announcement on opening Strait of Hormuz
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Trump pleased with Iran's announcement on opening Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed enthusiasm following Iran's announcement regarding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump shared his positive reaction in a post on his social media platf...