Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Energy crisis increases pressure on regional airports
Regional airports across Europe are facing increased pressure due to the consequences of the conflict in the Middle East. The trade association ACI Europe issued this warning during a recent meeting i...
Strange mole? Do the ABCDE check: ‘Benign spots are usually uniform’
The article outlines the ABCDE check for identifying suspicious moles and advises on when to consult a doctor regarding skin changes. It explains that while most spots are benign, significant changes ...
Lecture on Protect Ukraine and performance by 12-year-old Ukrainian pianist at Bloemendaal Freedom Meal
On May 5th, Dorpskerk Bloemendaal will host a Freedom Day event featuring a lecture by author Jaap Scholten on his "Protect Ukraine" initiative. The celebration includes a performance by a 12-year-old...
Documentary on looted art: ‘To us they seem like ordinary items at first glance, but for many families they are priceless’
Over 80 years after World War II, approximately 4,000 artworks looted by Nazis remain unreturned to their owners or heirs in the Netherlands. The new documentary 'Verweesd Eigendom,' created by Haarle...
European Parliament wants tax on crypto and online gambling
The European Parliament has approved a mandate for the 2028-2034 EU budget, proposing a total of 2.2 trillion euros. To fund this increased budget, negotiators suggest introducing new taxes on cryptoc...
Court sentences Timothy B. to 17 years for killing and mutilating mother
A Dutch court has sentenced 32-year-old Timothy B. to 17 years in prison for the murder and mutilation of his mother in Landsmeer. Following a dispute over alleged childhood abuse, the defendant shot ...
Mayor on Loosdrecht: this undermines society
Mayor Mark Verheijen of Wijdemeren condemned violent riots in Loosdrecht, stating the actions of around fifty individuals go beyond asylum debates and undermine free society. On Monday night, rioters ...
Finland and Estonia report delays in US weapons
The presidents of Finland and Estonia report that deliveries of American weapons to European countries are being delayed. They attribute these delays to the United States prioritizing military shipmen...
Het Nationale Theater’s ‘Nightshade’ grabs you by the throat at times
Zelensky criticizes Israel over grain from occupied territory
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized Israel for accepting a ship carrying grain from Russian-occupied regions of Ukraine. He condemned the trade of what he termed "stolen grain," stating ...
Israel issues new evacuation order for locations in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has issued new evacuation orders for sixteen locations in southern Lebanon, following similar directives given over the weekend. The army stated that these measures are necessary ...
CNN: US speeds up deportation of unaccompanied migrant children
The Trump administration is reportedly accelerating deportation hearings for unaccompanied migrant children by moving court dates forward by weeks or months. According to CNN, these children sometimes...
A full month without social media: this is what it gets you
Many people in the Netherlands are participating in 'Social-free May' by taking a month-long break from platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Psychologist Thijs Launspach supports the initiative, highl...
VVD and JA21 move forward with community service ban for violence against emergency workers
The political parties VVD and JA21 are proceeding with a legislative proposal to ban community service sentences for individuals who commit violence against emergency responders. Despite receiving sig...
More reports of online abuse images created by children themselves
The Dutch expertise center Offlimits reports a disturbing increase in online abuse images created by minors themselves. This trend was highlighted in the organization's latest annual report on online ...
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City of Amsterdam: King's Day quieter than last year
King's Day in Amsterdam was quieter and less crowded than the previous year, according to the city municipality. Mayor Femke Halsema's safety measures are credited with ensuring a more orderly celebra...
King's Day photos and videos cause major data traffic spike
Mobile data traffic across the Netherlands saw a significant increase on King's Day compared to the previous year, according to telecom provider KPN. The surge was driven by users sharing photos and v...
Erykah Badu surprises with unannounced King's Day performance in Westerpark
Neo-soul singer Erykah Badu delivered a surprise performance at Amsterdam's Westerpark during King's Day celebrations. She appeared during a DJ set by producer The Alchemist outside the nightclub Radi...
Waarderbrug in Haarlem closed due to defect
The Waarderbrug in Haarlem has been closed to all traffic since Sunday due to a technical defect that keeps the bridge in an open position. The municipality advises pedestrians, cyclists, and motorist...