Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
One in nine homes in Haarlem worth more than a million: more than in comparable areas
One in nine owner-occupied homes in Haarlem is now valued at over one million euros, according to data from valuation agency Calcasa. Out of the city's 43,000 houses, 4,800 have reached this price thr...
Trump adds former Attorney General Bondi to AI advisory committee
President Donald Trump has appointed former Attorney General Pam Bondi to a White House advisory committee focused on artificial intelligence. According to reports from Axios, Bondi will join the grou...
Trump-backed Paxton defeats senator in Texas primary
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated incumbent U.S. Senator John Cornyn in the Texas Republican primary on Tuesday. Paxton, who received the backing of former President Donald Trump, was declare...
KLM flight to Amsterdam refuels in French Guiana due to fuel shortage
KLM flight KL714, traveling from Paramaribo to Amsterdam, was forced to divert to French Guiana to refuel shortly after departure on Tuesday. The unscheduled stop occurred due to a fuel shortage befor...
Floortje (44) never felt at home in the ‘normal’ dance world — until she taught seniors to dance: ‘Now I can make a difference with something I’m good at’
Majority of Amsterdammers interested in neighborhood library of things
Rijksmuseum exhibits drawings by Madelon Vriesendorp (81): ‘I’ve never been very serious, unfortunately’
Amsterdam is at its most beautiful when differences can coexist without fear
Parool readers’ favorite trees: ‘This tree brings a touch of Paris to Amsterdam’
Sioe Jeng (34) met Nafiesa (42) through mutual friends on Instagram: ‘I noticed I got jealous when she said she had someone in mind’
North Korea tests new multifunctional rocket launch system
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un supervised the testing of a new multifunctional rocket launch system involving tactical ballistic missiles and precision cruise missiles. The system is reportedly desig...
Over 100 asylum seekers moved from Ter Apel to Groningen
More than a hundred asylum seekers were relocated from the registration center in Ter Apel to the Hanzeplaza convention center in Groningen due to a lack of space. The Red Cross managed the transport ...
Prime Minister Jetten does not rule out cooperation with Markuszower
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten criticized politician Gidi Markuszower for his comments regarding Palestinian refugees, stating they place him outside constructive political forces. However, despite p...
Higher education students satisfied with programs and teachers
The National Student Survey (NSE) 2026 reveals that 75% of the 248,000 participating students are satisfied with their higher education programs in the Netherlands. The survey also measured student sa...
Lebanon raises death toll from Israeli attacks to 31
Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed 31 people on Tuesday as Israel intensified its military operations despite a ceasefire agreement. The Israeli government stated that the strikes are speci...
Support for climate policy erodes, one-third of population feels they are ‘no longer allowed to enjoy anything’
Support for climate change policies in the Netherlands is declining as a growing portion of the population prioritizes other issues. While a majority still favors reducing greenhouse gas emissions, ma...
Right-wing parties also attack De Vos (FvD) over far-right extremism: 'How disgusting can it get?'
FvD leader Lidewij de Vos faced intense criticism from across the political spectrum, including right-wing parties, in the Dutch House of Representatives on Tuesday evening. The confrontation marks a ...
Gaza authorities: Seven killed in Israeli attacks
At least seven people have been killed following Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip, according to reports from local authorities. Five of the victims died during a strike in the eastern part of the ter...
Stabbing at Sloterdijk Station, three injured
