Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Trump: new airstrikes on Iran possible
US President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that the United States might resume airstrikes against Iran. He made these remarks in response to a journalist's question while in West Palm Beach.
Jordan carries out airstrikes in Syria against drug trafficking
The Jordanian military conducted airstrikes in southern Syria's Sweida province targeting weapon and drug trafficking facilities. These operations were described by Jordan as a deterrence effort again...
Summary: VOC prevails in thrilling semi-final against VZV
Amsterdam-based handball team VOC secured a place in the national title final after a thrilling 28-27 comeback victory against VZV in the semi-final return match. Despite trailing by four points late ...
Ajax's Gaaei puts on a brave face: "I would rather have beaten PSV"
Ajax secured a 2-2 draw against PSV thanks to a late stoppage-time goal by Mika Godts, following an earlier strike by Anton Gaaei. Despite his goal, Gaaei expressed disappointment that the team could ...
Video | Hidden stress symptoms on The Mole: Swollen eye went unnoticed
Interview with the Mole: 'Lying becomes harder and harder when you make good friends'
The undercover saboteur from the 2026 season of the Dutch reality show 'Wie is de Mol?' discussed the emotional challenges of deceiving fellow contestants while forming close personal bonds. Following...
Telstar earns impressive point at NEC after wild night of storms and a bicycle kick
Telstar secured a 1-1 draw in a challenging away match against NEC. The game was marked by a thunderstorm and a disallowed bicycle kick goal.
Mother's Day gifts
The article offers gift suggestions for the upcoming Mother's Day, which is just one week away. It provides inspiration for finding the perfect present to show appreciation for mothers and partners.
Thunderstorms cause local disruption
Severe thunderstorms moved into the Netherlands from the south on Saturday evening, causing localized disruptions across the country. One notable incident occurred in Nijmegen, where a football match ...
Illegal rave in France attracts tens of thousands of partygoers
An illegal rave on a military site in Southern France has attracted approximately 40,000 attendees. Authorities issued warnings about the potential danger of unexploded World War II ammunition present...
Austrian police arrest man after poisoning baby food with rat poison
Austrian police arrested a 39-year-old man for allegedly poisoning jars of HiPP baby food with rat poison. The suspect reportedly tampered with the products in an attempt to blackmail the German manuf...
Mika Godts rescues late point for Ajax against PSV 2
Mika Godts scored a stoppage-time equalizer to secure a 2-2 draw for Ajax against PSV, marking his 17th goal of the season. The result keeps Oscar Garcia's team in contention for direct European footb...
Ajax keep Champions League hopes alive thanks to late Mika Godts goal against PSV
Ajax secured a 2-2 draw against PSV on Saturday night after Mika Godts scored an equalizer in stoppage time. This result keeps the club's chances alive for obtaining a Champions League qualification s...
NEC vs Telstar match temporarily suspended due to thunderstorms
The Eredivisie match between NEC and Telstar was temporarily suspended on Saturday due to a thunderstorm in Nijmegen. Referee Jeroen Manschot made the decision to halt play for safety reasons as the w...
Law changed again before all tenants could benefit from rent reduction
The Dutch government is revising rent reduction laws before all eligible tenants could benefit, leading to concerns that housing costs will increase. Political reporter Hans van Soest notes that the c...
These are the Mole, winner and runner-up of The Mole 2026
The identity of the Mole was revealed during the finale of the 26th season of the television show Wie is de Mol? in Amsterdam. This announcement concluded the season after nine weeks of competition.
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Grief is like chewing gum, Lisanne van Sadelhoff knows from experience
Lisanne van Sadelhoff shares her experiences delivering lectures on grief, combining humor with insights borrowed from academic experts. She reflects on the nature of loss, describing it as a persiste...
Market traders take control of part of Ten Katemarkt: "Increasingly a food market"
Market traders in Amsterdam have been granted management over a portion of the Ten Katemarkt in a three-year trial aimed at revitalizing the area. The initiative seeks to combat increasing vacancies a...
Deployment of French, German and Belgian firefighters no longer needed
Minister of Justice and Security David van Weel and IRBT Chairman Hein van der Loo announced that assistance from French, German, and Belgian fire departments is no longer needed to combat wildfires. ...