Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
'Wave of emotions' for Mieke Oort's family after report of killer's death
The relatives of American student Mieke Oort are experiencing a wave of emotions following reports that her murderer, Thomas R., has died. Oort was killed in Leeuwarden in 2022 in a high-profile case ...
Rinus ‘VeeKay’ van Kalmthout moves up ten places in season opener
Rinus 'VeeKay' van Kalmthout finished ninth in the opening race of the IndyCar season in St. Petersburg. Starting from nineteenth on the grid, the Dutch driver gained ten positions to secure a top-ten...
A giant extra lamppost or oversized advertising pillar: Why would a contractor advertise cat food at the top of their crane?
Residents in Haarlem have reported occasional power outages recently, prompting individuals to prepare emergency kits for potential electricity failures. The author shares their experience of assembli...
When her sister became terminally ill, hockey champion Laurien quit professional sports: ‘I wanted to be there for Marije’
Olympic hockey champion Laurien Leurink retired from professional sports to support her sister Marije, who has terminal colon cancer. The sisters are currently using their shared love for athletics to...
Skating for youth orchestra and musicians with disabilities at Haarlem ice rink raises 4,080 euros
On Sunday, skaters participated in the Lastige Lijven Toertocht at the Haarlem ice rink to raise money for a youth orchestra and musicians with disabilities. The charity event successfully collected a...
Between Art and Choice with Juliet Broersen (Volt) and Sytze Rijpkema (Ja21)
Political candidates Juliet Broersen (Volt) and Sytze Rijpkema (JA21) participated in the program 'Tussen Kunst en Kies' at the STRAAT Museum in Amsterdam to create street art reflecting their politic...
Neighborhood cooperative matches Velsen residents with those needing support: ‘Guidance and social support are essential for mentally vulnerable people’
A neighborhood cooperative is organizing social support for psychologically vulnerable residents and those with small social networks to help them participate in society. The initiative aims to provid...
Why do parents insist on HAVO or VWO? Schools advocate for appropriate advice: Higher is not always suitable
Schools in the Zuid-Kennemerland and Haarlemmermeer regions have launched the #kiesmetjehart initiative to urge parents to follow professional school level recommendations instead of pushing for havo ...
Foreign Ministry now also issues negative travel advice for Bahrain
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has upgraded the travel advice for Bahrain to 'red,' advising against all travel due to significant security risks. The ministry warned that the situation is too ...
Watching lambs at the Twisk family in Bakkum. Ben and Mirjam have been married for 56 years and now go out to dinner with a different feeling: ‘Preferably something vegetarian’
Sheep farmer Wim Twisk in Bakkum has opened his farm to the public this weekend to view approximately 150 newly born lambs. The experience inspired some visitors to reconsider eating lamb meat and opt...
Dancing on Dam Square over the death of the ayatollah: ‘He is a monster, and he is in the ground’
Hundreds of Iranians gathered at Dam Square in Amsterdam on Sunday afternoon to celebrate the reported death of Ayatollah Khamenei. Participants expressed relief and joy, with some stating they had be...
Depleted Bloemendaal beaten immediately after winter break: Absence of key players was felt today
Bloemendaal lost 1-2 to Rotterdam in their first match after the winter break, marking their fourth defeat of the season. The result leaves coach Michel van den Heuvel’s team in sixth place in the l...
Emergency services respond in force for stunting paraglider who did not crash in dunes after all
Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter and police, responded to reports of a crashed paraglider in the dunes on Sunday afternoon. It was later determined that the individual was performing ...
Hezbollah supporters commemorate Khamenei and vow revenge
Thousands of Hezbollah supporters gathered in Beirut on Sunday to mourn the death of Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an airstrike in Tehran on Saturday morning. The marchers expressed t...
Trump says Iranian leaders want to talk and he does too
President Donald Trump stated in an interview that Iranian leaders are interested in dialogue and expressed his willingness to participate in talks. Reports from Oman indicate that Iran is open to de-...
'I've shown what I'm worth', says substitute Patrick Brouwer after a goal and an assist against NAC
Patrick Brouwer recorded a goal and an assist as a substitute to help Telstar secure a 3-0 victory over NAC, narrowing the gap in the league standings. The Velsen-based team is now shifting its focus ...
Protest march against housing shortage: You can't live in bullshit
Protesters in Amsterdam held a "Wooncrisis City Sightseeing Tour" march to demonstrate against the housing crisis, high rents, and building vacancies. The march highlighted the contrast between 22,000...
How Ajax lacked any seriousness in Zwolle to finish second
Ajax drew 0-0 against PEC Zwolle on Sunday, failing to capitalize on an opportunity to secure second place in the league. The team and coach Fred Grim were criticized for a lack of urgency and focus i...
'Stupid mistake' led to Khamenei assassination: how secret operation suddenly gathered pace
The liquidation of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran was reportedly triggered by tactical mistakes made by his inner circle, according to Israeli officials. The secret operation accelerated...
Sharing points with Kolping Boys fails to lift Velsen: 'It just wasn't good from both sides'
Velsen played to a draw at home against Kolping Boys, failing to improve their position at the top of the league standings. The match was described as poor by both sides and ended in frustration for V...