Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Peter Gillis appeals community service sentence for assaulting Nicol Kremers
Peter Gillis is appealing the community service sentence imposed for the assault of his ex-partner Nicol Kremers. His lawyer confirmed the decision following reports of the court's verdict on the inci...
North Holland traffic: no traffic jams during Friday morning rush hour, May 22
Traffic in the province of Noord-Holland remained light on Friday morning, May 22, with no reported congestion. However, officials are warning of heavy traffic during the afternoon and evening periods...
House prices in April again a few percent more expensive than a year ago
According to CBS and the Land Registry, prices for existing owner-occupied homes in the Netherlands rose by an average of 4.3 percent in April compared to the previous year. While prices continue to i...
Actresses Hanna van Vliet and Ilke Paddenburg expecting first child
Dutch actresses Hanna van Vliet and Ilke Paddenburg have announced on Instagram that they are expecting their first child. The couple shared the news alongside a collection of photos, describing the p...
Deaths in northern Honduras in attack on palm oil plantation
At least 19 people were killed on Wednesday during an attack on a palm oil plantation in northern Honduras. Authorities confirmed the fatalities on Thursday.
Toos & Henk - May 22
Cartoonist Paul Kusters shares his unique perspective on current events through daily drawings published from Monday to Saturday. These cartoons provide a creative commentary on recent news and develo...
Holidaymakers unable to access campsite for weeks as owner closes site
Holidaymakers at the Sandevoerde campsite in Zandvoort have been locked out for weeks due to an ongoing conflict with the owner, who plans to replace current mobile homes with luxury chalets. While gu...
Velsen residents shop locally less often as online spending grows
Residents of Velsen are shopping in their own municipality less frequently than they did four years ago. According to a retail survey, consumer spending is increasingly shifting towards online platfor...
Police and mayor unimpressed by complaint over threatened seizure of Prince's Flag in Hillegom
The far-right organization Voorpost Nederland filed a formal complaint against the police and mayor of Hillegom after authorities threatened to seize a Prince's Flag during an anti-asylum seeker cente...
Social media is a goldmine for scammers
Social media platforms have become a lucrative environment for scammers who operate with minimal interference. Although technology companies are aware of the fraudulent activity, they are criticized f...
Review The Other Side: Seu Jorge sounds deep, heavy, and soulful on the new album he spent 16(!) years making
Review Little Wide Open: Kevin Morby moves with understated simplicity
How the stiff and gray WTC now attracts hip tech startups: ‘We’ve started dusting off’
When the Kattenburgergracht police station was renovated, Baantjer moved to Blankenstraat
Hester (56) and Yara (25): ‘Our children are third-generation Amsterdammers, the love for the city is just in them’
Twelfth SpaceX Starship test flight postponed
SpaceX has postponed the twelfth test flight of its Starship rocket, which was originally scheduled for Thursday evening local time. The announcement did not specify a new date or time for the mission...
US Secretary Rubio: 'good signs' in talks with Iran
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reported "good signs" in ongoing discussions between the United States and Iran on Thursday. Despite persistent disagreements regarding uranium stockpiles and control...
Emergency ordinance in Loosdrecht not extended
The municipality of Wijdemeren has decided not to extend the emergency ordinance and security risk zone in Loosdrecht. These measures were originally implemented after rioters committed arson during a...
Lil Kleine and Qlas big winners at FunX Awards
Lil Kleine emerged as the primary winner at the FunX Music Awards held on Thursday evening. The rapper was named Male Artist of the Year and his album 'F*CK KLEINE' won the award for Best Album.
