Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Accident on A9 towards Uitgeest causes major delays, one person injured
An accident involving two cars on the A9 motorway towards Uitgeest led to a complete road closure and significant traffic delays on Wednesday evening. One person was injured in the collision, which al...
US industry faces shortage of rare materials
The United States aviation and electronics industries are experiencing a growing shortage of rare materials necessary for manufacturing microchips and other components. Industry insiders report that t...
Sources to Politico: Better if Israel attacks Iran first
Senior advisors to President Donald Trump reportedly prefer that Israel conducts an initial strike against Iran before any direct US military intervention. This strategic preference was revealed by in...
Old fox Snoop Dogg has the most fun at the Melkweg
Nearly two years of construction on Linnaeusstraat begins: A journey with obstacles
Extensive roadworks have begun on the Linnaeusstraat in Amsterdam, with the project expected to improve safety and greenery until its completion in late 2027. The renovation involves replacing tram tr...
Dine for less at these Haarlem restaurants during Restaurant Week
Restaurant Week is returning to Haarlem, offering diners the opportunity to eat at participating restaurants for a discounted price over nearly a month and a half. The event allows visitors to explore...
My houseplant is growing well but getting brown, dry spots on the leaves. What is going wrong?
In his weekly column, Farmer Tom addresses a question from Marian Heeremans regarding her Calathea houseplant, which is developing brown, dry spots on its leaves. Despite the plant showing healthy new...
School basketball tournament in IJmuiden-Oost sports hall with free throw competition
The 42nd annual school basketball tournament will take place on Sunday, March 1, at the IJmuiden-Oost sports hall. The event also includes a free throw competition for participants.
Working? No way, they're enjoying the sun: First spring warmth draws Haarlem residents outdoors
The first spring warmth of the season brought residents of Haarlem outdoors to enjoy a sunny Wednesday. Many people traded their winter coats for light jackets and took to their bicycles or opened the...
Evacuation after fire in Hoofddorp apartment building: ‘I have no clothes left at all’
Residents of an apartment building in Hoofddorp were evacuated on Wednesday after a large fire broke out in a second-floor unit. Police ordered everyone to leave the building immediately as emergency ...
Driver ignores police stop signal and leads wild chase through Beverwijk
A driver led police on a dangerous chase through Beverwijk on Wednesday night after ignoring a signal to stop for a routine check. The individual was found to be in possession of soft drugs following ...
Emma Roberts to star in series inspired by Bride Wars
Emma Roberts has been cast in the lead role for a new series inspired by the 2009 film "Bride Wars." The project is currently being developed by film studio New Regency in collaboration with the strea...
Heemskerk residents cannot yet ‘Ask for Angela,’ but social safety to become regular agenda item for businesses
The Heemskerk local government supports the "Ask for Angela" safety initiative but has decided that the hospitality industry should lead its implementation rather than the municipality. While the prog...
Court of Appeal overturns one of Jimmy Lai's convictions
An appeals court in Hong Kong has overturned a fraud conviction against 78-year-old media mogul Jimmy Lai. The decision nullifies a previous ruling by a lower court regarding the tycoon's legal case.
Energy bills to be dozens of euros lower this year
The Dutch statistics bureau (CBS) reports that average household energy bills in the Netherlands are expected to decrease by over 50 euros this year. This decline is primarily attributed to a projecte...
Toos & Henk - February 26
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides a unique perspective on current events through his daily comic strip, Toos & Henk. The illustrations are published from Monday to Saturday and offer a humorous look at...
Most house fires in Castricum: Chimneys and wood stoves cause winter peak as sweeping proves crucial
Castricum recorded the highest number of house fires in the IJmond region last year, primarily caused by chimneys and wood stoves during the winter months. Data from insurer Independer highlights that...
Doors of Velserbroek residential complex wide open for a month: 'Strangers recently entered a neighbor's home again'
The doors of the De Hofstede residential complex in Velserbroek have remained open for nearly a month due to a malfunctioning entry system. Residents have expressed concern for their safety after unau...
Renewed unrest at Gierstraat-Breestraat corner. Felled trees and new hospitality permit application raise eyebrows
Tensions have resurfaced at the corner of Gierstraat and Breestraat in Haarlem after the property owner cut down several trees and submitted a new catering permit application. The local city council h...
‘Wopke Hoekstra, we are counting on you’: Brussels rules on sensitive abortion plan
The European Parliament in Brussels is set to vote on a controversial plan aimed at ensuring access to abortion care across all EU member states. This initiative has sparked significant debate and cou...