Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Sunscreen, drinks and sunshine on the first summer day in Haarlem
Haarlem experienced its first summer-like day last Friday as temperatures reached 23 degrees Celsius. Residents celebrated the warm weather by switching to summer clothing and heading outdoors.
New owner for police dog Woody: ‘This is the ultimate match’
A new owner has been found for Woody, a Belgian Malinois police dog, as he prepares for his retirement. The match is described as ideal, ensuring the dog can enjoy his post-service life.
VodafoneZiggo gains more mobile subscribers, fewer internet customers leave
VodafoneZiggo reported a growth in mobile subscriptions and a decrease in departing internet customers during the first quarter. This marks the fourth consecutive quarter of improvement as the telecom...
You can soon look inside these Haarlem windmills
During the National Windmill Days on May 9 and 10, several windmills in Haarlem will open their doors to the public for free. Visitors can explore the interiors of these historic structures to learn h...
De Achterklap Podcast | Ariane chooses tough study and Wie is de Mol? overkill?
Princess Ariane has successfully passed a rigorous selection process for a challenging new field of study. Meanwhile, the latest season of the popular Dutch television program "Wie is de Mol?" is repo...
Court dismisses money laundering case against Marcel Kaatee over Red Light District properties
Cyclists' Union: PRO breaks election promise with 'bicycle-unfriendly' approach to Grote Houtstraat. 'Inhospitable and monomaniacal'
The Fietsersbond has criticized Haarlem's largest political party, PRO, for plans to reduce bicycle parking spaces near Grote Houtstraat. The cyclists' union argues that Alderman Robbert Berkhout's po...
Thousands of protesters march in Amsterdam on Labor Day
Chinese city aims to protect food culture with dim sum regulation
Starting May 1, restaurants in the Chinese city of Guangzhou will be required to disclose whether their dishes are prepared using traditional methods. This measure aims to preserve the local culinary ...
Arne Slot seems to have figured it out: he sold Luis Diaz to Bayern. Enough said, according to Henk Spaan
Dutch columnist Henk Spaan provides his weekly assessment of prominent figures in the football world. This installment features ratings for Ousmane Demb l , Lesley Bamberger, and Thierry Henry.
Paralyzed Harry Potter stuntman working on play about his life
David Holmes, the stuntman who was paralyzed after breaking his neck while filming the seventh Harry Potter movie, has created a stage play about his life story. The production chronicles his experien...
Drug premises in Cruquius heavily guarded, but no sign of a laboratory
Police discovered a significant quantity of drugs in a building in Cruquius after responding to a robbery report, resulting in the arrest of three suspects. While heavily armed officers and a speciali...
Musical Society Time Square ready for ’Petticoat’
The musical association Time Square from Uitgeest is preparing for its upcoming production of 'Petticoat'. The performances are scheduled to take place on May 29 and 30 at the Kennemer Theater in Beve...
Ajax to form guard of honor for rival PSV: 'That is the respect a champion deserves'
Ajax interim-coach Oscar Garcia confirmed that the club will form a guard of honor for rivals PSV during their upcoming match. The decision was made by the club to show respect for PSV as the new leag...
Ajax to form guard of honour for champions PSV: 'They deserve it'
Ajax will form a guard of honor for league champions PSV ahead of their match at the Johan Cruijff Arena. Coach Óscar García noted that key players Davy Klaassen and Owen Wijndal are likely to be ab...
Video | Aerial footage shows large turnout for Jade Kops' farewell
Five injured in collision between bus and car in Amsterdam Nieuw-West
Amsterdam households also face waiting list for heavier power connections soon
Hundreds of arrests reported in Turkey during May Day demonstrations
Hundreds of people were arrested in Istanbul during International Workers' Day demonstrations as Turkish police used tear gas to disperse crowds. The arrests occurred amid widespread unrest at May 1st...
Iran sends new peace proposal to US via Pakistan
Iran has submitted a new peace proposal to the United States through Pakistan acting as a mediator. This follows an earlier plan from Tehran that was not accepted by the U.S. government.