Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Asbestos discovered in Polanenflat, residents concerned. But according to Hoen Property Management there is no danger: ‘If left undisturbed, it is not harmful’
Asbestos has been discovered in six apartments at the Jan van Polanenflat in Heemskerk, leading to concerns among residents. Specialists are set to begin removal work on Tuesday, with property manager...
UK to send another 120,000 drones to Ukraine this year
The United Kingdom has announced it will supply at least 120,000 additional drones to Ukraine this year to assist in defending against Russian forces. British Defense Minister John Healey urged intern...
Pleached lime trees in Zijlstraat saved at the last minute: property owner postpones removal until further notice
Three linden trees in Haarlem's Zijlstraat will remain for now after property owner Frank van Kordelaar postponed their planned removal. He has decided to wait for the outcome of an appeal process bef...
Public heating company closer through partnership with Diemen, significant funding still needed
Amsterdam, Alliander, and EBN have reached new agreements to establish a public heat company, with the municipality of Diemen joining the initiative to improve financial viability. The project aims to...
Deposits, no mess: Amsterdam students create ‘TwinBin’ with compartment for deposit cans
Last open stage of the season at Geesterhage cultural center in Castricum cancelled
The final open podium event of the season at the Geesterhage cultural center in Castricum, scheduled for May 3, has been cancelled. This follows a previous cancellation of the event that occurred in S...
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Body found in water in Nieuw-Vennep
Police discovered a deceased person in the Hoofdvaart canal in Nieuw-Vennep on Wednesday morning. Authorities are currently conducting an investigation to identify the victim and determine the cause o...
Frankfurt Airport sees decline in passenger numbers to Middle East
Frankfurt Airport has experienced a significant decline in passenger numbers traveling to the Middle East over the past month. This decrease is attributed to the ongoing conflict between Iran and the ...
Cate Blanchett to play convicted TV chef and businesswoman Martha Stewart in film
Cate Blanchett is set to portray Martha Stewart in an upcoming biographical film titled "Good Thing." The movie will explore the life of the famous television chef and businesswoman, including her tim...
Highway traffic flow improves, but pressure on road network grows
Traffic volume on Dutch highways has returned to pre-pandemic levels, though flow improved in 2025 thanks to road expansions. However, Rijkswaterstaat notes that aging infrastructure like bridges and ...
Man (59) arrested for death of Rishi Rampadarath in Houten
A 59-year-old man from Sleeuwijk has been arrested in connection with the 2023 death of 37-year-old Rishi Rampadarath in Houten. The suspect is being investigated for his involvement in the victim's d...
Kate Winslet, Jamie Dornan and Leo Woodall in new Lord of the Rings film
Jamie Dornan has been cast in a leading role for the upcoming addition to the "The Lord of the Rings" film franchise. He will star alongside Kate Winslet and Leo Woodall, according to a report from Th...
Gas leak in Beverwijk residential area, large area cordoned off
A gas leak occurred on Wednesday morning in a residential area on Duinwijklaan in Beverwijk. Emergency services have cordoned off the surrounding area while they investigate the cause of the leak.
Domestique Servais Knaven saves Domo-Farm Frites' spring at Paris-Roubaix
This article commemorates the surprising 2001 Paris-Roubaix victory of Dutch cyclist Servais Knaven. Riding for the Domo-Farm Frites team, Knaven's historic win is celebrated as a key moment that defi...
UN watchdog sees increase in North Korea nuclear activity
UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi warns that North Korea is significantly expanding its nuclear weapon production capacity. He noted a rapid increase in activities at a reactor used for uranium ...
Amsterdam Newspaper April: Commemoration and Celebration
The April edition of the Amsterdam newspaper highlights upcoming local events, including King's Day and the commemorations on May 4 and 5. It also covers city-specific topics such as the removal of bi...
Bradley Cooper working on new Ocean's film
Actor and director Bradley Cooper is developing a new installment in the Ocean's film franchise. He is set to write, direct, and star in the upcoming production.
Netherlands and Germany intensify crackdown on heavy fireworks
The Netherlands and Germany are intensifying their cooperation to combat the distribution and use of heavy illegal fireworks. Rotterdam Mayor Carola Schouten met with German officials in Düsseldorf o...
Sales of efficient heat pumps rise due to high gas prices: 'Mainly a surge in air conditioners'
Heat pump sales in the Netherlands saw a significant increase in March following a slow start to the year, as high gas prices drive households to seek energy savings. The Heat Pump Association reports...