Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Man acquitted of fraud after staying in luxury hotels without paying thousands of euros
Pub quiz for book lovers at Blokker in Heemstede and Cpunt in Hoofddorp
During Book Week, book lovers can participate in themed pub quizzes at two regional locations. The events will take place on March 11 at Bookstore Blokker in Heemstede and the following day at the lib...
Achmea customers agree to compensation over usury policies
At least 90 percent of customers with usury policies at the insurer Achmea have agreed to a compensation settlement. This agreement allows the company to proceed with payouts, which are expected to ta...
Debut album by Culi from Uitgeest released: Every single has a music video.
Pop artist Culi, also known as Philip Kniese from Uitgeest, has released his debut album titled 'WHERE_SHADOWS_DON’T_EXIST_'. The project took two years to complete and includes music videos for eve...
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1,000 stranded Dutch nationals still stuck in Middle East: ‘People must wait patiently’
Approximately 1,000 Dutch travelers are currently stranded in the Middle East with no immediate means of returning home. Travel industry organization ANVR stated that alternative routes are unavailabl...
Israel carries out new attacks on Tehran
Israel launched a new broad series of airstrikes on the Iranian capital of Tehran on Monday. Witnesses reported heavy bombing across the city, including strikes occurring near the parliament building.
Support for improved accessibility of public locations
Haarlem is introducing a new subsidy starting March 2026 to help local businesses and organizations improve physical accessibility for people with disabilities and mobility needs. Funding of up to €...
Spaarneveer temporarily out of service
The Spaarne ferry service between Schalkwijk and Haarlem South-West is temporarily suspended due to a broken engine. Operations are expected to resume on Saturday, March 7.
Greece sends navy and air force to Cyprus over drones
Greece's Ministry of Defense has announced the deployment of two frigates and two fighter jets to Cyprus. This military move is intended to protect the island from potential drone attacks.
Lebanon bans Hezbollah military activities
The Lebanese government, led by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, has issued an immediate ban on all military activities by Hezbollah. The decree requires the group to surrender its weapons to the state.
Daycare substitute suspected of indecently touching children
A 66-year-old substitute teacher at a daycare in Amsterdam is suspected of indecently touching two children. The Public Prosecution Service is also prosecuting the suspect for creating child pornograp...
Rapper Yukkie B dies at 56
Dutch rapper Yukkie B has passed away at the age of 56 following a battle with kidney cancer. His death on Sunday was announced by his former partner on Monday.
Minima Velsen collects croissants, Easter eggs and sandwich fillings to provide families with a nice Easter lunch
Minima Velsen is collecting donations to provide a special Easter brunch for approximately thirty families in need. Organizers Merel Hobbelen and Laura Tettelaar, who provide support throughout the ye...
EU chief: we must prevent Iran conflict from spreading further
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for urgent efforts to prevent the conflict in the Middle East from escalating further. Her remarks follow recent drone attacks on a Britis...
'The creative process is just as important as the result': everyone can participate in this exhibition at Nieuwe Vide
Artists Jeannette Slütter and Harriet Rose Morley are presenting the exhibition Supporting Acts at the Nieuwe Vide art space, which focuses on the creative process and collaboration. The project invi...
Less gas consumption at stations, ProRail turns off heating more often
ProRail reports a 60% reduction in gas consumption at Dutch train stations over the past five years. This decrease was achieved by switching from continuous heating to only heating halls, waiting room...
New Iranian attacks on Israel
Iran has launched missile attacks targeting multiple locations across Israel, including Jerusalem and the area near Tel Aviv. The Israeli military is working to intercept the missiles, and while there...
Iran: Natanz nuclear facility hit by attacks
Iran's ambassador to the IAEA, Reza Najafi, stated that the Natanz nuclear facility was targeted by attacks from Israel and the United States. This claim follows a statement from IAEA chief Rafael Gro...
Which party are you voting for in the Haarlem municipal elections?
This article invites readers to participate in a poll regarding the upcoming municipal elections in Haarlem. It lists various political parties, including both established groups and newcomers, to gau...