Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
French brewer must stop 'John Lemon' beer after Yoko Ono complaint
A French brewer from Brittany has been forced to stop selling his craft beer named "John Lemon" after a complaint from Yoko Ono. John Lennon's widow objected to the pun, leading to the product being p...
Israel orders evacuation of eleven villages in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has issued evacuation orders for eleven villages in southern Lebanon, instructing all residents to leave immediately. The IDF stated that the move is necessary as it conducts stri...
You can visit Cindy for coffee every day: ‘Mr. Espresso comes by every day and always sits at the long table’
Cindy Ruitenberg operates The Harbour coffee house on the Halkade in IJmuiden, offering daily coffee and fresh homemade apple pie. The establishment has become a local gathering spot, frequently visit...
From empty bank accounts to court blockades: how to prevent financial ruin with dementia
Approximately 75 percent of people with dementia in the Netherlands live at home, where financial and administrative management can become difficult as the condition progresses. Family members often f...
'Castle lord' René (79) finds his greatest love at Twickel
At the age of 79, René Cornelisse moved to Delden to be with his male partner following a previous marriage to a woman. He has since become a well-known figure at Twickel Castle, where his signature ...
Pet shop gets major chain next door: "I'm shocked"
Kirsten de Kloet, owner of the 65-year-old pet store 't Dierenhoekje in Amsterdam, is shocked that the large chain Pets Place is opening a new branch right next door. While regular customers express t...
Max Verstappen himself surprised by second place in Miami qualifying
Max Verstappen secured a surprising second place in the qualifying session for the Miami Grand Prix. The four-time world champion admitted he did not expect to achieve such a high starting position fo...
Taxi hits traffic light after collision with car in Beverwijk
A taxi and a car collided at the intersection of Plesmanweg and Alkmaarseweg in Beverwijk on Saturday night. One person was injured and treated at the scene by paramedics after the taxi crashed into a...
Donors stop paying as invoices increasingly end up in spam: what should you do?
Important emails, such as bills and donation requests, are increasingly being diverted to spam folders by automated filters. Because many users rarely check their junk mail, this trend often results i...
Crowned crane Bea mourned her partner lost on the A2 for weeks: ‘Where is my mate?’
Conductor boards train hyper-alert after assault and threats: ‘I consider our high salary as hazard pay’
Jesse, a 31-year-old train conductor, reports facing aggression and threats on a nearly daily basis while working on trains and platforms. Despite the frequency of these incidents, he emphasizes that ...
Wouter Klootwijk surprised by multi-buy discounts on cookies
Wouter Klootwijk reports on a customer who purchased forty-four luxury cookies to ensure she is prepared for any type of guest, from unexpected visitors to high-status ones. The story highlights the p...
Can’t we teach navigation systems to pronounce place names correctly?
The article discusses the need for navigation systems to improve their pronunciation of place names. It also points out humorous typographical errors often found in newspapers, such as substituting 'c...
Bevrijdingspop to center on war and freedom in 2026: 'The new generation feels deeply about what is happening in the world'
The Haarlem festival Bevrijdingspop is shifting its focus to emphasize the importance of peace, security, and freedom in its upcoming edition. While still featuring popular music acts like S10 and Ban...
Neighborhood pools at risk: Survival of public pools depends on volunteers. 'You have to know how to play the game'
Public swimming pools are facing an increasing threat of closure despite their vital role in providing swimming lessons and community recreation. As more facilities shut down without replacement, the ...
Shirley and Cas want to bring residents closer together with Castricum Verbindt: ‘It starts with something small’
Shirley and her 14-year-old son, Cas, have launched 'Castricum Verbindt,' an initiative designed to foster local connections within the municipality of Castricum. The project aims to make it easier fo...
Setup for IJmond Liberation Day begins in Westerhout Park. 'Be kind to each other'
Preparations for the Bevrijdingsdag IJmond festival have begun in Park Westerhout ahead of the celebrations on May 5th. The free event will feature music, a silent disco, children's activities, and va...
Explainer | Bram Krikke breaks curse in Wie is de Mol?: 'I was sick about it'
Roelof van der Kooi (59) has organized the May 4 Silent March for 30 years: ‘What would the city look like if Jewish Amsterdammers were still here?’
Large fire in the center of Hoogeveen
A large fire broke out in the center of Hoogeveen on Saturday night after a car fire spread to a nearby house on Jonkheer de Jongestraat. Local authorities from the Drenthe safety region reported that...