Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Ruud Gullit aims to turn KLM Open orange as he takes on fellow World Cup stars: 'I forced Marco to join'
The KLM Open in Badhoevedorp will adopt a Dutch national theme and orange colors in anticipation of the football World Cup. Event director Ruud Gullit has organized a competition for former World Cup ...
Talpa cancels new season of Massa is Kassa due to Peter Gillis lawsuits
Talpa has suspended production of new seasons for the reality show 'Familie Gillis: Massa is Kassa' following legal convictions against star Peter Gillis. Gillis was recently sentenced to prison for t...
Tense two-week wait for Tomassen Duck-To: Judge holds fate of duck slaughterhouse in their hands
Tomassen Duck-To is currently in a legal dispute with the municipality of Ermelo regarding its operating permits. A judge is expected to rule within two weeks, which will determine if the duck slaught...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from May 8 to 10
Following the Dutch national holidays on May 4th and 5th, Amsterdam offers various activities for the weekend of May 8-10. Residents and visitors can explore local art markets or attend theater shows ...
NOS and Talpa reach World Cup deal: highlights to be shown on VI and Oranjezomer
NOS and Talpa Network have reached an agreement regarding this summer's FIFA World Cup, allowing Talpa to broadcast highlights of all 104 matches on programs like Vandaag Inside and Oranjezomer. The N...
Professor punches another professor in the face during 'secret' conference on Israel at Vrije Universiteit
Crowds at Buiksloterweg due to roadworks: "Waiting for two ferries isn't that bad"
Travelers to Amsterdam-Noord face delays at the Buiksloterweg ferry terminal due to maintenance work on the quay that will last until May 22nd. The construction of a new anti-slip layer has reduced th...
Bolle Jos turns over billions and ‘buys’ a country in Africa, while his father is in court for a watch
Ellen ten Damme reacts to Ali B verdict: 'Justice has spoken'
Dutch singer Ellen ten Damme has responded to the sentencing of rapper Ali B, stating that justice has spoken after he received a three-year prison sentence on appeal. Ten Damme expressed her views du...
Significantly more nuisance from confused persons in Velsen. Police record 849 incidents
Police in Velsen recorded a significant increase in incidents involving confused individuals, with 849 cases reported last year compared to 567 in the previous year. According to CBS data, these figur...
North Holland appeals Zandvoort race circuit permit
The province of Noord-Holland is appealing a court ruling regarding the environmental permit for the Zandvoort race circuit. The court previously decided that the province, rather than the municipalit...
Nostalgic Nibb-it rings discontinued: 'Our childhood'
Cheetos has announced it is discontinuing its iconic Nibb-it chip rings in natural, salami, and curry flavors. The manufacturer noted that while generations grew up with the snack, they are now removi...
WHO: measures on board Hondius to prevent virus spread
Precautionary measures have been implemented on the cruise ship Hondius to prevent the spread of the hantavirus, including room disinfection and cabin isolation for passengers. WHO epidemiologist Mari...
Halsema on removed picnic tables at Café ’t Sluisje: city must ‘draw a line somewhere’
Chatting with strangers: You can do it on these benches in Haarlem
On Sunday, May 17, Haarlem residents will participate in Neighborhood Bench Day by placing seating outside to turn sidewalks into communal living rooms. The event aims to foster social interaction and...
Velsen rush-hour ferry out of service for two work weeks in May
The rush-hour ferry service between Velsen-Noord and Velsen-Zuid will be suspended for two separate work weeks in May. This temporary closure is required to carry out scheduled maintenance on the vess...
Parcel lockers coming to Smedestraat and Kruisstraat bike parking facilities
Parcel lockers will be installed in two public bicycle parking facilities in Haarlem following a decision by Alderman Bas van Leeuwen. One locker will be placed in the Smedestraat facility after its r...
KLM flight passengers traced: what to do if symptoms develop? 'Don’t go to your GP, contact your local health service'
Approximately 50 passengers who sat near a Dutch hantavirus patient on a KLM flight from Johannesburg are being monitored by health authorities following the patient's death. GGD Kennemerland advises ...
Shareholders profit from high oil prices, motorists pay the bill
Surging oil prices linked to tensions between Iran and the U.S. have led to record profits for major oil companies, including Shell, BP, and Total. The significant earnings growth has prompted calls f...
