Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
These foosball pros gave Amsterdammers a hard time at the flea market
During the King's Day celebrations in Amsterdam's Watergraafsmeer district, professional table football players challenged visitors at the local free market. The annual event featured various musical ...
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US President Donald Trump claimed on Truth Social that Iran is on the verge of collapse. He stated that Tehran has requested the United States to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as soon as possible.
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Brussels seeks ‘cleanup’ of regulatory process
The European Commission has proposed a thorough overhaul of its regulatory process to eliminate outdated and redundant rules. This initiative aims to make Brussels' regulations simpler, clearer, and m...
Schiphol hesitant, but study says more de-icing bays only way to prevent winter chaos
Police shoot again in incident involving erratic behavior
Police in Hilversum shot an individual exhibiting "confused behavior" during a recent incident. The person involved was subsequently transported to the hospital by ambulance for medical attention.
'A dead pigeon!': volunteers clean up after King's Day with a clean-up rave
Schiphol and KLM take extra measures after winter weather problems
Schiphol Airport and KLM are implementing additional measures to better prepare for snow and frost following an evaluation of major flight disruptions caused by winter weather earlier this year. The c...
Social media must do more to tackle online fraud, say banks
Dutch banks are calling on social media companies such as TikTok, Meta, and Google to better protect users against online fraud. Research indicates that approximately 70 percent of all fraud cases cur...
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Widespread opposition to new construction in central Nieuw-Vennep: business owners and residents fear parking shortage
Residents and businesses in Nieuw-Vennep are opposing the Mercator housing project due to concerns over traffic congestion and a shortage of parking spaces. Local supermarkets also expressed fears of ...
Video: How Amsterdam celebrated King's Day 2026
Amsterdam celebrated King's Day 2026 with orange decorations and crowded streets throughout the city. The festivities featured traditional flea markets with a variety of creative acts and stalls for v...
Dutch Railways warns of dirty trains due to King's Day
The Dutch railway operator NS has removed seven train sets from service due to excessive dirt left behind by King's Day revelers. The company warned that passengers may experience service disruptions ...
Liberation Day 2026: things to do in Amsterdam
Amsterdam will celebrate Liberation Day on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, with a variety of events including festivals and freedom meals. These activities provide residents and visitors multiple ways to commem...
Increased risk of wildfires across nearly all of the Netherlands
Due to a prolonged lack of rain, nearly all of the Netherlands is at an increased risk of wildfires. Phase 2 warnings, the highest level, are currently in effect in at least 18 of the 25 safety region...
Ask our political reporters your questions
Political reporters are inviting readers to submit questions regarding their work and behind-the-scenes operations in The Hague. The initiative aims to provide transparency about how the political edi...
Haarlem and William II's coup: Though our little prince is small, he shall be stadtholder nonetheless. Hooray!
Following the death of his father in 1647, Willem II became the stadhouder of Holland and several other Dutch provinces, exercising command over the army and navy. The article examines historical even...
North Korea honors soldiers who committed suicide in Ukraine
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has praised soldiers who reportedly blew themselves up to avoid being captured by Ukrainian forces while fighting alongside Russia. Kim described the soldiers' actions ...
United Arab Emirates to leave OPEC oil cartel
The United Arab Emirates has announced its withdrawal from the oil cartel OPEC. The country also plans to stop participating in monthly OPEC+ meetings that involve non-OPEC members such as Russia.
United Arab Emirates to leave OPEC oil cartel
The United Arab Emirates has announced its decision to withdraw from the OPEC oil cartel. This move represents a significant blow to the organization of oil-exporting nations and its leading member, S...