Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Four suspects arrested after shoplifting at perfumery in Beverwijk
Four suspects were arrested on Saturday morning following a shoplifting incident at a Douglas perfumery on Breestraat in Beverwijk. The group was subsequently apprehended by police on the Velserweg.
Significantly fewer trains between Amsterdam Central and Hoofddorp due to signaling failure
A signal failure on Saturday morning has led to a significant reduction in train services between Amsterdam Central and Hoofddorp. Passengers are advised to expect travel delays in the affected area.
Masterpieces from Le Havre at Singer Laren: Photography made Impressionism flourish
The Singer Laren museum is hosting an exhibition titled 'Masterpieces from Le Havre,' featuring impressionist artworks on loan from the Musée d’art moderne André Malraux. The exhibit highlights ho...
Events set up extra water and sunscreen stations due to heat
Organizers of events during the Pentecost weekend are setting up extra water and sunscreen stations in response to high temperature forecasts. Attendees are encouraged to stay hydrated and wear protec...
Jaïr Ferwerda shares his best anecdotes: 'Hiddema walking his cat on a leash, pure gold!'
Reporter Jaïr Ferwerda is sharing highlights from his twenty-five-year career covering politics in The Hague. In an interview with Mezza magazine, he recounts various anecdotes involving prominent Du...
Groningen to provide night shelter for Ter Apel asylum seekers in coming days
The city of Groningen will provide temporary night shelter at the Hanzeplaza convention center from Saturday through Monday to accommodate asylum seekers due to capacity issues in Ter Apel. Mayor Roel...
Media: Germany records another record number of naturalizations
Germany reached a record high of at least 309,000 naturalizations last year, according to preliminary data reported by Die Welt. This figure exceeds the previous record by 17,000, despite data from tw...
Heemskerk exit adjusted due to A9 roadwork congestion; traffic to Zaanstad redirected via turbo roundabout
Roadworks on the A9 highway between Alkmaar and Uitgeest have caused significant traffic congestion, particularly at the Heemskerk exit. To manage the delays, authorities have adjusted the exit and ar...
80 percent of women wear the wrong bra size: how to choose the right one
Approximately 80 percent of women wear the incorrect bra size, making the purchase of new lingerie or swimwear a difficult task. Experts highlight that Dutch women buy an average of 1.5 bras annually,...
'It Takes Two' rapper Rob Base dies of cancer at age 59
American rapper Rob Base has died at the age of 59 following a battle with cancer, as announced on his Instagram account. He was best known for his work in the late 1980s hip-hop duo with DJ E-Z Rock,...
This is how much you pay for a round on a Haarlem terrace
An investigation into the costs of buying a round of drinks at terraces in Haarlem provides locals with an estimate of what they will spend when socializing. The study looks at typical prices for drin...
From winter coats to T-shirts in two days: How Haarlem's hospitality industry deals with the changing weather
The hospitality industry in Haarlem and its surrounding areas is adjusting to rapid shifts in Dutch weather as temperatures are expected to rise to over 25 degrees Celsius this weekend. Local business...
Roxane: 'My tattoos are a tribute to my family and the country I come from'
Roxane Swager from Watergang honors her heritage and family through tattoos, including a piece dedicated to her late grandmother. During a 2024 trip to Tahiti to meet her biological family, she receiv...
Historic Haarlem heritage Conrad Wharf from 1897 to make way for new construction
The Haarlem municipality has decided to proceed with a housing development that requires the demolition of historical remains of the 1897 Conradwerf shipyard, which were recently rediscovered hidden i...
Amphibians breeding well in Amsterdam's tap water source
Forest ranger Jeroen Engelhart highlights the thriving wildlife, including amphibians and nesting birds, within the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen near Zandvoort. The area's clean water supports a hea...
Review: Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea's jazz performance at Paradiso is brimming with spirituality
Include meningococcal vaccine in vaccination program, pediatricians say
Dutch pediatricians are advocating for the meningococcal B vaccine to be included in the national vaccination program for infants following recent outbreaks in the United Kingdom. Currently, the Nethe...
Province gives green light for new electricity station near A9 South
The province of North Holland has approved the preferred location for a new electricity station near the A9-South highway. This decision allows the network operator TenneT to proceed with detailed pla...
It’s barbecue weather and they’re noticing it at Rookplankje in Heemskerk: course waiting lists and phones ringing off the hook
The barbecue shop Rookplankje in Heemskerk is experiencing a surge in demand for high-quality Kamado grills and outdoor cooking courses as sunny weather arrives. Owner Gert-Jan van den Brink reports a...
South Korean actor's alleged relationship with minor turns out to be AI fake
South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun was falsely accused of having a relationship with actress Kim Sae-ron while she was a minor. Police investigations revealed that a YouTuber used AI-generated audio and ...