Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Suspect in fatal shooting of two Syrian teenagers had mandatory care order
!Woon faces potential budget cut: Fears of long waiting lists for tenants needing help
Stichting !Woon, which advises Amsterdam tenants on rental issues, warns that a potential €700,000 budget cut could lead to staff layoffs and significantly longer wait times for assistance. The orga...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (April 17-19)
Haarlem offers a variety of indoor and outdoor activities for the weekend of April 17 to 19 as spring weather arrives. The city provides numerous options for visitors and residents to enjoy the sunny ...
Flight cancellations are just the beginning: ‘Europe has only six weeks of jet fuel left’
KLM will cancel 160 flights starting in late April as the International Energy Agency warns that Europe has only six weeks of jet fuel reserves remaining. This fuel shortage is expected to trigger a b...
Majority of Dutch Parliament supports better pay for top athletes, VVD wants business sector to contribute
A majority of the Dutch Parliament supports a proposal by NOC*NSF to increase the income of elite athletes. While there is political backing for the plan, the VVD party advocates for the additional fu...
Police search for suspect after stabbing in Beverwijk
Emergency services responded to a stabbing incident on Breestraat in Beverwijk on Thursday evening. Police are currently searching for a suspect following the event.
Photographer Ed Geels brings old and new IJmuiden together for anniversary calendar: 'It’s quite a task'
Photographer Ed Geels is creating a special anniversary calendar for IJmuiden that blends historical and modern imagery into single photographs. The calendar is scheduled for release in October, with ...
Sudden maintenance on Vondelweg and Van Zeggelenplein causes consternation: ‘There is no getting through’
Residents in Haarlem have expressed frustration over sudden road maintenance on Vondelweg and Van Zeggelenplein that caused significant traffic disruptions. Local political parties raised the issue wi...
About 100 people march in Utrecht for victims in Lebanon
Approximately 100 people participated in a march from Utrecht Central Station to Domplein on Thursday evening to support victims of Israeli attacks in Lebanon. The demonstration concluded with a vigil...
Unsolicited parenting advice to friends or family: how to avoid offending them
The article discusses the challenges and social etiquette of offering unsolicited parenting advice to friends or family members. It explores the complexities of managing other people's children and no...
People keep credit cards in their pockets due to economic uncertainty
Dutch consumers are using their credit cards less frequently due to economic and geopolitical uncertainty following the start of the conflict in the Middle East. According to data from Visa Netherland...
Referral to dermatologist for laser tattoo removal. 'I’m not removing it. I’m going over it'
The rapid growth of tattoo shops has led to an increase in customers seeking to cover up or modify older designs they regret. Professionals in the industry observe a stylistic transition from traditio...
Two suspects arrested for assault on Kevin Kreuger (Ja21) after AT5 debate
Police have arrested two more suspects in connection with the assault on former Ja21 leader Kevin Kreuger at Amsterdam's Osdorpplein. Kreuger was attacked after an election debate when he attempted to...
Haarlem troubadour Joop (88) and Jessica can’t stop singing: ‘We keep being asked back’
88-year-old songwriter Joop Visser and Jessica van Noord, known as Het Succesvolle Duo, continue their nearly 25-year musical partnership with a sold-out performance in Haarlem's Zaanenpark. The pair ...
Medical patient data also stolen in ChipSoft hack
Hackers stole medical patient data during a cyberattack on ChipSoft, a major software provider for the healthcare sector. The company confirmed the theft of sensitive information on Thursday following...
Hearts at Polderplein in Hoofddorp 'for every resident who helps from the heart'
The Polderplein in Hoofddorp has been decorated with chalk hearts to celebrate the International Year of the Volunteer. This makeover serves as a token of appreciation for every resident who contribut...
Multiple dune fires near IJmuiden: fire department warns of open fire hazard. 'Hold each other accountable'
Firefighters in IJmuiden responded to multiple dune fires this week, occurring in the same area where a fire broke out on Sunday. Authorities are warning of high fire risks due to drought and are urgi...
Amalia explores the city, starting with a vegetarian quiche at the official residence
Princess Amalia has started a two-day official tour of Amsterdam, beginning with a brunch hosted by Mayor Femke Halsema at her official residence. The Princess, who already lives and studies in the ci...
Iranian sources: Iran and US working on temporary agreement
Iranian sources report that Iran and the United States are working toward a temporary agreement after scaling back ambitions for a comprehensive peace deal. While progress has been made regarding nego...
Chamber choir Doulce Memoire to perform 'Our Flat Land' concert in Velsen-Zuid and Haarlem
The Haarlem-based chamber choir Doulce Memoire, conducted by Felix van den Hombergh, will perform a concert series titled 'Ons Vlakke Land' featuring four centuries of Dutch and Flemish choral music. ...