Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Reception scheme for Ukrainians extended but restricted
EU interior ministers meeting in Luxembourg have expressed support for extending the Temporary Protection Directive for Ukrainian refugees, though likely with new restrictions. The proposed extension ...
Polish poet Małgorzata Lebda writes poetic story of grief in a village where the scent of death lingers
It is a crying shame that American Tillie Olsen’s oeuvre remained so limited
Friction and tension on the French coast in the treacherous summer novel Three Weeks in August
Number of Dutch millionaires grows and they are becoming even wealthier
The number of millionaires in the Netherlands is increasing, and their total collective wealth is also growing. This information comes from a study conducted by consultancy firm Capgemini, which analy...
Persepolis creator Marjane Satrapi dies at age 56
French-Iranian artist Marjane Satrapi, renowned for her graphic novel and film Persepolis, has passed away at the age of 56 in France. Her death was confirmed by her family to the French news agency A...
Nepalese climber presumed dead reappears on Everest
Nepalese climber Dawa Sherpa, who was presumed dead on Mount Everest, has returned to base camp after being missing for six days. He managed to crawl back alone and is reported to be in relatively goo...
A place of honor for the legacy of Pieter Vermeulen: namesake nature museum opens next week in IJmuiden
The Pieter Vermeulen Museum will open its doors at a new location on Doorneberglaan in IJmuiden next Wednesday. This opening marks the conclusion of a years-long search for a suitable permanent home f...
'At the start of the evening people are hesitant; by the end we are dancing together' Participation awards for Spaarnediners and Stichting Samen
The Spaarnediners and Stichting Samen initiatives have been awarded the Participation Prizes for their work in fostering social connection through communal meals. The winners highlighted how shared di...
Klaver slams VVD: holding country hostage with breaking points
During a parliamentary debate on social security, Progressief Nederland leader Jesse Klaver criticized the VVD for prioritizing party interests over the country's needs. Klaver accused the liberal par...
Red Cross on Ter Apel situation: this cannot go on like this
The Red Cross has expressed serious concerns regarding the welfare of asylum seekers outside the reception center in Ter Apel. Director Harm Goossens stated that the situation is unacceptable as peopl...
Heritage of the Week | A Look at the Sky
A unique ceiling painting, originally from a demolished building on Sarphatistraat, has been rediscovered in a farmhouse in Zunderdorp. The find preserves a piece of historical heritage from a structu...
Shoplifter caught in the act and arrested in Heemskerk
A 29-year-old man from Velsen was arrested on Wednesday evening after being caught red-handed shoplifting from a supermarket in Heemskerk. The suspect was taken into custody following the incident.
Loss-making Wehkamp acquired by Zeeland fashion chain Omoda
Zeeland-based fashion chain Omoda is acquiring the larger online department store Wehkamp, which has recently been operating at a loss. This transaction significantly expands the family-owned business...
Do you find sweets irresistible? Here's how to cut back on sugar
Dietitian Neeke Smit and doctor Martijn Brouwers offer guidance on reducing sugar intake to lower risks of obesity and type 2 diabetes. The experts share practical tips for managing cravings and succe...
Stadskanaal child abuse suspects detained for 90 more days
Two women suspected of severe child abuse in Stadskanaal will remain in custody for an additional 90 days following a decision by the Groningen district court. The Public Prosecution Service announced...
Inspectorates: Handling of mentally ill man who stabbed girl to death fell short
Dutch inspections concluded that healthcare and security organizations failed in their management of a man who stabbed an 11-year-old girl in Nieuwegein last year. The report found that the suspect's ...
Katz: South Lebanon operation to continue after ceasefire agreements
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that military operations in southern Lebanon will continue despite reports of a ceasefire agreement reached in Washington. Katz warned that the military ...
Sociaal Culinair celebrates its fifth anniversary at Nieuwe Groenmarkt on Sunday June 7
Sociaal Culinair will celebrate its fifth anniversary on Sunday, June 7, at the Nieuwe Groenmarkt in Haarlem. Over the past five years, the event has become a staple of the city's calendar as an affor...
To the zoo with sirens blaring and flashing lights
The annual KinderBeestFeest will take place on Friday, June 5, featuring a procession of emergency vehicles including police cars and ambulances through Amsterdam. The event provides a special experie...