Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Report: less rainforest lost in 2025, but fire risk grows
The World Resources Institute reports a 36% decrease in tropical rainforest loss compared to the previous record-breaking year. Despite this decline, the overall rate of loss remains high and the risk...
Godts' Ajax departure likely after the World Cup but club will cash in this summer
Gorinchem re-election turnout at 10 percent at 11 am
By 11:00 AM, 10% of eligible voters in Gorinchem had participated in the city's municipal council re-election. The rerun was scheduled after the previous March election results were voided due to susp...
André Hazes to bring new show to AFAS Live in November
Singer André Hazes announced on Instagram that he will perform a new show titled 'De Avond Van Je Leven' at AFAS Live on November 7. The artist expressed his excitement about returning to the stage a...
Stumbling stone for heroic civil servant
A stumbling stone is being placed to honor Lammert Wever, a civil servant who joined the resistance during World War II. Wever ultimately sacrificed his life for his involvement in the movement.
France urges its citizens to leave Mali
France has urged its citizens to leave Mali immediately following a series of coordinated attacks by Islamic jihadists and Tuareg separatists. The security situation in the former French colony has wo...
Churches from Beverwijk to Akersloot make noise at 4:20 PM for 420 ‘rooted’ children
Churches across the Netherlands will ring their bells at 4:20 PM on Wednesday to support 420 "rooted" children facing residency uncertainty. The nationwide initiative aims to draw attention to childre...
Must-watch: Amsterdammers without phones in Namibia? You’ll want to see this new reality show
The new reality television program 'Ticket to the Tribes' follows several well-known residents of Amsterdam as they exchange their modern urban lifestyles for life in Namibia. Participants must adapt ...
Heirs of football agent Mino Raiola buy Verweyhal in Haarlem
The heirs of late football agent Mino Raiola have purchased the monumental Verweyhal building in Haarlem from the local municipality. The city council approved the sale of the historic Grote Markt pro...
Trump issues another threat to Iran
US President Donald Trump has issued a new threat against Iran on Truth Social, citing the absence of a peace deal. He urged the country to take swift action in his social media post.
Meta reprimanded: Children under 13 join Instagram and Facebook too easily
The European Commission has criticized Meta for failing to adequately prevent children under the age of 13 from accessing Facebook and Instagram. Despite the company's own terms and conditions, its la...
Face painting, swing ride and Silent Disco: this is the Bevrijdingspop Children's Festival in Haarlem
The Kinderfestival of Bevrijdingspop will take place in Florapark, Haarlem, on May 5th, featuring activities like face painting, a carousel, and a silent disco. The event offers a festive environment ...
Committee: Support for May 4 and 5 remains unchanged, growing fear of AI
Public support for Remembrance Day on May 4 and Liberation Day on May 5 remains nearly unchanged compared to last year. These findings are based on the annual National Freedom Survey commissioned by t...
Many questions remain after King's Day stabbing at Olympic Stadium
Police are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred at the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam on the evening of King's Day. Authorities are currently appealing for witnesses and video footage to help...
First names for Haarlem Vinyl Festival announced: Bente, Mula B and Chef’Special
The Haarlem Vinyl Festival has announced its first set of artists for its upcoming fourth edition, featuring Bente, Mula B, and Chef’Special. The festival is scheduled to take place from October 2 t...
France announces deadlines for phase-out of coal, oil, and gas
France has introduced a roadmap to phase out fossil fuels, becoming the first country to present such a plan at a dedicated conference. The country aims to eliminate coal by 2030, followed by oil in 2...
Business owners take legal action to speed up Food Center development: 'City fails to intervene'
58 municipal notices on construction, tree felling and traffic in Haarlem last week
The Haarlem municipality processed 58 permit applications last week concerning construction, tree felling, and traffic issues. Of these applications, 56 were specific to Haarlem while two related to t...
Jehovah’s Witnesses now allowed to use their own blood in medical procedures. Is it of any use to them?
Jehovah's Witnesses have updated their policy to allow members to store and use their own blood for planned medical procedures, a shift from their previous total ban on blood transfusions. The change ...
'You can create truly unique works of art here': Paul van Marissing (65) leaves Haarlem Graphic Atelier
Paul van Marissing is stepping down from Grafisch Atelier Haarlem after years of preserving traditional printing techniques. Despite the decline of industrial printing, he successfully promoted the un...