Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Ye postpones performance in France until further notice
American rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has postponed his upcoming concert in Marseille, France, until further order. The artist announced the decision on social media, stating it was made a...
Study: Many young people exposed to violent pornography
A study by the Verwey-Jonker Institute, commissioned by Defence for Children, found that over two-thirds of young adults were exposed to violent pornography, often before reaching adulthood. The resea...
A giant wooden tower rises on the outskirts of Haarlem, but you'll soon see almost none of the wood
The construction of Haarlem's tallest wooden residential building, named De Stelling, is nearing its highest point on the edge of the Zuiderpolder. Developed by Ymere, the project is progressing rapid...
Fake invitations for asylum seeker center meetings distributed in Heemskerk; authorities frustrated after planning extra session
Fake invitations for upcoming asylum seeker center meetings on April 20 were distributed in Heemskerk, falsely claiming that registration is not required. The municipality has clarified that registrat...
Velsertunnel slip roads closed during Wijkertunnel closure, Velsen fears four weeks of major traffic disruption
The closure of the Wijkertunnel for major maintenance is expected to cause significant traffic disruption for four weeks, impacting Haarlem and surrounding areas. During this period, Rijkswaterstaat w...
WSJ: US intercepted 8 Iran-linked tankers since blockade
US naval units have intercepted eight oil tankers linked to Iran since the start of the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. According to The Wall Street Journal, these interceptions occurred as the vess...
Ten countries call for an end to hostilities in Lebanon
Ten countries, including Canada, Great Britain, and Japan, have issued a joint statement calling for an immediate end to hostilities in Lebanon. The nations expressed grave concern over the deteriorat...
Sanctioned tanker unable to pass US blockade in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S.-sanctioned tanker Rich Starry returned to the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday after failing to bypass a U.S. blockade. Shipping data shows the vessel was forced to turn back as part of enforcem...
US military kills four in attack on suspected drug boat
The U.S. military killed four men during an operation against a suspected drug smuggling vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean. According to U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), the fatalities occurred dur...
More trouble in benefits scandal settlement: now freelancers hit
Around 650 self-employed workers who assisted with the Dutch childcare benefit scandal face tax penalties of up to 10,000 euros after being classified as "bogus self-employed." The Dutch cabinet has w...
Children's book veteran Selma Noort liked the idea of a fairy tale about a kind of Donald Trump
US visit of royal couple: new water cooperation program
During their visit to Miami in the United States, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima launched the Water as Leverage Academy, a new cooperation program. The initiative aims to foster international...
Daniel (22) found a room on the Prinsengracht for €400, but: ‘Photos didn't match the place’
Study: AI bots give misleading medical advice in half of cases
A study published in the medical journal BMJ Open found that AI-powered chatbots provide problematic medical advice in approximately half of all cases. Researchers investigated the health risks associ...
Right-wing Peruvian candidate López demands vote annulment
Right-wing Peruvian presidential candidate Rafael López Aliaga has called for the annulment of the first round of national elections. He alleged that fraud occurred during the process, though he prov...
Safety Board calls for urgent change to reactor cleaning procedures
The Dutch Safety Board is calling for urgent improvements to reactor cleaning safety standards following a fatal accident at the Zeeland Refinery in 2023. The board's recommendation comes after an inv...
Vance: Mistrust between US and Iran cannot be easily overcome
U.S. Vice President JD Vance stated that the deep-seated mistrust between Washington and Tehran cannot be resolved overnight. Speaking at a Turning Point USA event, Vance emphasized the complexity of ...
Once after a night out, now throwing a ball with a child at the fair: ‘It’s the start of summer’
The annual summer fair has returned to the Grote Markt in the heart of Haarlem, featuring a variety of rides and traditional food stalls. Visitors of all ages are attending the event, which many local...
Eight-year-old boy killed in Russian drone attack in Ukraine
An eight-year-old boy was killed and 14 others were injured during a Russian drone attack on the central Ukrainian city of Cherkasy. Governor Ihor Taburets reported that the strike also caused signifi...
Multiple killed in Gaza in Israeli strikes
Israeli attacks across several parts of Gaza resulted in multiple deaths on Tuesday, according to reports from local authorities. A three-year-old child was reportedly among those killed in the strike...