Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Who will help? Nature work at the inland lake in IJmuiden
Stichting Duinbehoud is seeking volunteers to help maintain the marshy dune grasslands at the Binnenmeer in IJmuiden. The conservation efforts aim to protect the area's rare plant species and natural ...
Albert Heijn Heemstede temporarily closed for renovation; new store to feature expanded range and sushi kiosk
The Albert Heijn supermarket on Blekersvaartweg in Heemstede will temporarily close for a twelve-day renovation starting March 12. The store is set to reopen on March 24 with an expanded product assor...
Israel: road to Tehran is open, large-scale bombardments
The Israeli military has announced large-scale bombings targeting the "terrorist regime" in the heart of Tehran. Officials stated that the path to the Iranian capital is open as operations continue in...
Vitality market at Broekpolder Health Center anniversary: 'Real Housewife of Amsterdam' explains importance of healthy gums
The Gezondheidscentrum Broekpolder in Heemskerk is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a vitality market and open day on March 14. The event will feature a guest presentation from a cast member of '...
Homecoming show for Haarlem band Bender at Theater de Liefde: ‘We love playing here’
The Haarlem-based band Bender will perform their "Nooit weggeweest" program at Theater de Liefde on Saturday, March 7. This concert marks a homecoming for the group as they return to their home city o...
At Haarlem’s Club Stalker, everyone was welcome and nothing was too crazy
Club Stalker in Haarlem was a pioneering venue that played a significant role in the development of the Dutch dance scene, predating iconic Amsterdam clubs like Roxy and It. The club was celebrated fo...
Shorts or winter coat: this is the spring weather forecast for Haarlem
Meteorological spring officially began in Haarlem on March 1 following a recent stretch of pleasant weather. Expert Rico Schröder from weeronline.nl provides an outlook for the upcoming spring season...
Injured also reported in Oman after attacks
At least one person, an expatriate, was injured following a drone attack on a port in Oman. The incident was reported by state media after the strike occurred.
This empty plot in Heemstede will feature a two-story building with 18 homes in two weeks
Eighteen modular, fully furnished homes are being prepared for transport from Beverwijk to the former Princehof site on Glipperweg in Heemstede. The two-story residential building will be assembled wi...
Deaths at pro-Iranian protest at US consulate in Karachi
At least eight people died and twenty others were injured during pro-Iranian protests at the U.S. consulate in Karachi, Pakistan. Emergency services reported the casualties, but the identities of the ...
NYT: Khamenei changed timing of attack for maximum damage
The United States and Israel reportedly adjusted the timing of their joint military operations against Iran to maximize damage, according to sources cited by The New York Times. This strategic change ...
Protesters try to storm US diplomatic post in Pakistan
Hundreds of protesters attempted to storm the United States consulate in the Pakistani city of Karachi. Reports indicate that the group consisted of several hundred individuals.
Petting zoo unconcerned about Q fever in goats: 'Just wash your hands well before eating'
Health authorities have cautioned against building residential areas near commercial goat farms due to the potential health risks of Q-fever. Despite these warnings, petting zoo staff suggest that sim...
Start spring with sunny terraces, the Amsterdam Wine Festival, and more news from this week
Spring is arriving in Amsterdam, bringing a variety of seasonal activities and local events to the city. Highlights for the week include the Amsterdam Wine Festival in Amsterdam Noord and the reopenin...
Pianist and composer Jan Huydts dies at 89
Dutch pianist, composer, and jazz educator Jan Huydts has died at the age of 89 in his hometown of Hilversum. His family announced his passing on Sunday, stating that he died the previous Friday.
More explosions in multiple Middle Eastern countries
The conflict in the Middle East continued on Sunday with reports of explosions in Dubai, Manama, and Doha. Additionally, air raid sirens were triggered in Jerusalem following news of new missile launc...
The greenhouse | Getting off gas is difficult, but here geothermal energy makes it possible
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses the complexities of transitioning homes to gas-free heating systems in his weekly column. He highlights that despite general difficulties, some projects are suc...
Hackers post stolen Odido customer data online again
The hacker group ShinyHunters has released stolen customer data from the telecom provider Odido for the fourth consecutive day. This latest leak appears to contain a significantly larger volume of inf...
Mourning period in Iraq after death of Iranian leader Khamenei
The Iraqi government has declared a three-day national mourning period following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. A government spokesperson characterized the leader's death ...
US military command shows footage of attacks on Iran
The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has released a 20-second video montage showcasing military strikes on Iranian territory. The footage includes images of fighter jets taking off, Tomahawk missile lau...