Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
New interim board of Hoofddorp Pioniers tries to turn tide in dispute with stadium operator ETO, conflict cautiously fading: ‘The battle between us is unnecessary’
The Hoofddorp Pioniers baseball club and stadium operator ETO are moving toward resolving a long-standing dispute over a new operating agreement. Following the appointment of an interim board at the c...
Enhanced castle feel at renovated Stayokay in Assumburg Castle, new bridge to lure garden visitors: 'They book for the experience'
The Stayokay hostel in Slot Assumburg, Heemskerk, has reopened following an extensive renovation designed to enhance the historic "castle experience" for guests. Manager Michiel Broos noted that while...
Man found stabbed after report of fight in Eindhoven
A man was found with multiple stab wounds on the Stratumseind in Eindhoven after police responded to reports of a fight on Kanaaldijk-Zuid. Local authorities are investigating the incident in the city...
Chamber of Commerce: Fewer business closures and more startups for first time in 2.5 years
The Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KvK) reports that the number of businesses closing fell in the first quarter of this year for the first time in 2.5 years. Additionally, there was an increase in the num...
ANWB: Different May holiday choices due to global unrest
Dutch travelers are increasingly choosing European destinations for their May holidays due to global instability, with 94% staying within the continent. According to the ANWB holiday monitor, interest...
Democrat wins election in Republican stronghold New Jersey
Progressive Democrat Analilia Mejia has won a special election for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives in New Jersey. According to media reports, Mejia's victory occurred in a district previou...
NFI: cannabis and amphetamines most detected drugs in traffic
Research by the Netherlands Forensic Institute (NFI) into over 64,000 blood samples found that cannabis and amphetamines are the most common drugs detected in traffic. THC was present in 71% of positi...
Betondorp got a pub after all a century ago
Amsterdam fails to attract international companies: ‘We are not doing nearly as well as we think’
Timber construction is all the rage in Amsterdam – and as old as the city itself: ‘A wooden house’s frame can easily last for centuries’
Lebanese army: Israel shells villages after ceasefire
The Lebanese army reports that Israel violated the newly established ceasefire by shelling several villages in southern Lebanon shortly after it took effect at midnight. In response, the Lebanese mili...
'DJ Amalia' enjoys a beat, especially while studying law
Princess Amalia explored the nightlife of Amsterdam during a two-day visit, which included participating in a DJ workshop. The princess shared that she enjoys music with a strong beat, especially whil...
US warns Europe of weapon delivery delays due to war
The United States has informed several European allies, including Baltic and Scandinavian nations, that previously scheduled weapon deliveries are likely to face delays. According to sources, these se...
PVV in Rucphen in talks about joining municipal executive
The PVV party is currently in negotiations to join the municipal executive in the Dutch municipality of Rucphen. The party views these discussions as a significant milestone and recognition of their p...
Iran partially restores phone and internet services
Iran has partially restored international telephone and internet services for the first time since attacks by the United States and Israel on February 28. Local media reports indicate that these commu...
De Hypotheker: average mortgage rate hits two-year high
The average mortgage interest rate in the Netherlands has reached its highest level in over two years, according to reports from De Hypotheker. This rise is primarily driven by increasing capital mark...
Rehabilitation centers confirm hack, forensic clinic also hit
Several Dutch rehabilitation centers and the Van der Hoeven Kliniek have confirmed they were affected by a data breach at software provider ChipSoft. The hack resulted in the theft of patient data fro...
Large emergency response to possible stabbing in Uitgeest
Emergency services responded to reports of a possible stabbing on Dokter Brugmanstraat in Uitgeest on Thursday evening around 10:00 PM. A large number of first responders were deployed to the scene to...
Protecting Venice could cost billions: 'The sooner we choose, the better'
Venice is facing more frequent flooding due to a combination of rising sea levels and land subsidence. New research suggests that while additional protective measures are necessary, they will come wit...
Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun confirm relationship on social media
Actress Sydney Sweeney and former music manager Scooter Braun have officially confirmed their relationship on Instagram. Sweeney shared a black-and-white photo of the couple together to announce the n...