Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Cabinet ready to spend more on purchasing power support next year amid high price concerns
The Dutch cabinet expects to provide extra purchasing power support next year to address concerns over rising inflation and potential instability in the Middle East. This financial package is also int...
Largest chip manufacturer cannot keep up with AI chip demand for now
TSMC, the world's largest chip manufacturer, is currently unable to meet the global demand for chips required for AI applications despite scaling up production. Experts anticipate it could take severa...
Haltestraat in Zandvoort to close to traffic in evenings this summer
The Haltestraat in Zandvoort will be closed to traffic during evening hours throughout the upcoming summer season. Local residents and business owners have been officially notified by the municipality...
Paying off mortgage with savings can save thousands of euros: 'A matter of finding the right balance'
High mortgage interest rates make it financially beneficial for homeowners to use their savings to pay off parts of their mortgages. This strategy can result in savings of thousands of euros, provided...
Briton (52) found dead in Heerhugowaard was wanted for double murder in Amsterdam
A 52-year-old British man who died during a violent incident in Heerhugowaard on Monday is suspected of being the fugitive responsible for a 2017 double murder in Amsterdam. The victim had been sought...
Man (46) from Zaandam arrested for synthetic drug production
A 46-year-old man from Zaandam was arrested on Tuesday, June 2, for the suspected production and trafficking of synthetic drugs. During a raid on his home, police seized raw materials for MDMA along w...
Marcel Groninger becomes Henk Brugge's assistant at Telstar
Marcel Groninger has been appointed as the new assistant trainer for Telstar, signing a two-year contract with the club. The 55-year-old will work alongside head coach Henk Brugge in Velsen-Zuid.
'Fatigued' HBC must give it their all one last time against Hollandia after narrow defeat. 'Everything is still wide open'
HBC suffered a narrow 0-1 home defeat against Hollandia in a match where the players appeared visibly fatigued after a long season. Despite the loss, trainer Jasper Ketting remains optimistic, stating...
Writer Lieke Marsman (35) dies
Every day Harry says hello to the ferry: ‘They always wave back and give a quick honk’
Harry Sprong and his neighbor in IJmuiden aan Zee maintain a daily tradition of raising a Danish flag to greet the passing ferry. The ferry crew consistently acknowledges the gesture by waving and sou...
Replenishing gas storage is slow: ‘Not attractive to buy now’
Gas storage replenishment in the Netherlands is progressing significantly slower than last year, with reserves at 16% on June 1st compared to 38% at the same time a year ago. High summer prices, which...
Haarlem makes citizens wait far too long for decisions; penalty payments cost municipality a fortune
The municipality of Haarlem paid 47,627 euros in penalty payments last year due to delayed decision-making, marking a tenfold increase over the past five years. City officials attribute the backlog to...
Israeli Security Minister angry over ceasefire: this is a big mistake
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has criticized the new ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon, labeling the agreement a "big mistake." His remarks highlight internal government o...
First step towards aid for homeless Amsterdammers
The service desk at Jan van Galenstraat 323B in Amsterdam has been renovated to provide assistance to homeless residents. The facility serves as a central point where individuals experiencing homeless...
Tom Holland turned down Saturday Night Live hosting gigs due to dyslexia
Actor Tom Holland revealed on the podcast "Good Hang with Amy Poehler" that he has turned down multiple invitations to host Saturday Night Live. Holland explained that his decision was primarily due t...
Cyprus: migration pact will not start without problems
Cypriot Migration Minister Nicholas Ioannides stated in Luxembourg that most EU member states are prepared for the implementation of the new asylum and migration pact. However, he cautioned that the p...
Abandoned car found in ditch along Kromme Spieringweg in Vijfhuizen
A car was found abandoned in a ditch along the Kromme Spieringweg in Vijfhuizen on Thursday night. Police searched the surrounding area, but no occupants or related individuals were located.
More sick leave compared to last year: 'Workload most cited reason'
Sickness absence in the Netherlands rose to 5.8% in the first quarter of this year, compared to the 5% average seen in previous years. Increased work pressure was cited as the most common reason for e...
Even the most seasoned officers stunned by Dutch ‘Pelicot case’ with special VIP rooms for rape: ‘This is a terrible eye-opener’
Dutch vice squad detectives have uncovered a case involving private social media groups where men facilitated the drugging and rape of their partners. The investigation, compared to the French Pelicot...
Solar panels remain primarily a benefit for higher incomes
One in three Dutch households now has solar panels, but the CPB reports that these installations remain primarily concentrated among higher-income families. This disparity indicates that the benefits ...