Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Simple single-pool facility off the table for now: What can Castricum residents expect?
A proposal for a simple swimming pool with only one bath in Castricum has been rejected due to a lack of majority support. The future of the project remains uncertain as officials reconsider what type...
Tom Hanks to play Abraham Lincoln in new film
Tom Hanks is set to star as Abraham Lincoln in the upcoming film adaptation of the novel "Lincoln in the Bardo." In addition to playing the lead role, the American actor will also serve as a producer ...
'They fly over it at night.' 30 km/h or an extra speed bump? Speed on Graaf Florislaan remains a sticking point
Officials and residents are considering a 30 km/h speed limit or additional speed bumps to address speeding issues on the Graaf Florislaan in Beverwijk. A local investigation highlighted the heavy tra...
Seven dead in India medical flight crash
Seven people died when a chartered medical flight crashed in the Kasaria area of the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand. Officials reported the incident on Tuesday, confirming that all individuals on b...
Ukrainian Olga has been delivering aid to her homeland for 26 years: ‘80 percent is destroyed’
Olga Dekker has been coordinating the collection and transport of aid from the Netherlands to Ukraine for 26 years. Her current efforts focus on providing essential medical supplies to hospitals opera...
Netherlands again considers social media ban for youth
The Dutch government is reconsidering a potential ban on social media for children under the age of 15. Although the proposal was previously dismissed, shifting attitudes have placed the possibility b...
Former South Korean president appeals life sentence
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has filed an appeal against his life sentence for leading an insurrection. The appeal follows his conviction for his role in the uprising.
Police officer killed in explosion at Moscow train station
An explosion at a train station in Moscow has killed one police officer and injured two others. The Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs confirmed the casualties in a statement released on Telegram.
Four killed in ISIS attack on checkpoint in northern Syria
Four Syrian security officials were killed on Monday during an attack on a checkpoint west of the city of Raqqa. Syrian state media attributed the assault to Islamic State (IS) militants, although the...
Kim Jong-un's sister promoted at party congress
The sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has received a promotion during a rare ruling party congress. State media reported the appointment on Tuesday as part of a leadership reshuffle within the...
Patrick Kluivert opens Cruyff Court in his old neighborhood: ‘When I was young we didn't have such a nice pitch’
Free things to do this spring break: Best tips and outings with kids in Amsterdam
Crack use on the rise in Amsterdam, as in other European cities: what can we learn?
‘Light’ is a performance for children aged 2 to 6 – and for parents: ‘You experience your child’s reality’
City of Amsterdam wants to make menstrual issues in the workplace open for discussion
SCP: Vulnerable people hit hard by government plans
The Netherlands Institute for Social Research (SCP) warns that the new cabinet's plans overlook vulnerable citizens in society. The agency expresses concern that the government's expectation for self-...
Man fires shots into air during argument at Frederiksplein, two arrested
Two men were arrested after one fired a gun into the air during an argument at Frederiksplein in Amsterdam around 10:30 PM. No injuries were reported, and police recovered a firearm from one of the su...
Jetten: New cabinet must improve approach to poverty
Prime Minister Rob Jetten has stated that the new cabinet must improve its strategy for addressing poverty. This follows an analysis by the CPB which revealed that the proposed policies of the D66, VV...
Shot fired during dispute at Frederiksplein
Berendsen calls US Secretary Rubio
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen held an introductory phone call with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday shortly after taking office. The conversation between the two officials was conf...