Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Viewing figures public again from April 6, including online viewing
Starting April 6, the National Media Research Foundation (NMO) will resume making viewing figures public, while also incorporating online viewing data for the first time. This updated methodology will...
To those claiming this shouldn't happen: dream on. This was world-class sport at its best
The Dutch Olympic team experienced a significant surge in morale following successful performances on the third day of the games. This shift to celebration follows a disappointing start during the fir...
Live import tariffs | Investors uncertain over Trump response
This live blog provides updates on the developments regarding American import duties and the resulting uncertainty among investors following reactions from Donald Trump. It aims to track the ongoing i...
Shell closes gas station in Belgium after customers possibly pumped water
Shell has closed a gas station in Mechelen, Belgium, after several customers inadvertently filled their vehicles with a contaminated liquid instead of gasoline. The substance is believed to be a mixtu...
Wormerland considers merger with Purmerend or Zaanstad
The Wormerland executive board has advised the municipal council to consider a merger with either Purmerend or Zaanstad. This recommendation is driven by the financial vulnerability the municipality f...
Haarlem takes steps towards natural gas-free living
Haarlem has established the Heat Program 2026–2030 as part of its phased plan to transition to natural gas-free living. Preparations in the first designated neighborhoods are scheduled to begin duri...
Jetten arrives at Huis ten Bosch Palace for swearing-in
Rob Jetten has arrived at Huis ten Bosch Palace in The Hague to be officially sworn in as the first D66 Prime Minister by King Willem-Alexander. He is accompanied by the members of his new cabinet, wh...
First train enforcement officers train with batons: 'Someone threatened to pull a knife and stab me'
Dutch railway enforcement officers have begun training with batons as part of a pilot program to address rising aggression against train staff. The initiative follows reports that NS employees face vi...
Kallas expects no agreement on new sanctions package against Russia
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas does not expect an agreement on the 20th sanctions package against Russia during Monday's meeting of foreign ministers. The deadlock is caused by Hungary's continue...
US stops collecting unlawful import tariffs introduced by Trump
The United States has officially ceased the collection of import tariffs that were ruled illegal by the Supreme Court, effective Tuesday. However, existing tariffs on foreign steel, aluminum, and auto...
Jetten Cabinet takes office today: new team sworn in, Schoof departs
The Jetten cabinet officially takes office today in the Netherlands, 117 days after the national elections. The new ministers are being sworn in this morning, followed by the traditional group photogr...
Extra election mail helps PostNL through the year
PostNL reported a temporary return to profitability due to an increase in business mail volume related to recent elections and pension updates. Despite this short-term financial boost, the company war...
Finnish artist Teppo Korte exhibits colorful works at KEK: ‘I get my inspiration from nature’
Finnish artist Teppo Korte is currently exhibiting his colorful, nature-inspired artworks at KEK in Haarlem. His pieces often address environmental themes, such as a work depicting a swimmer surrounde...
Risk of AED theft lower than heart attack risk, but it happens and costs lives: 'A stolen device is useless'
While the theft of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) is rare in the Netherlands, such incidents can be life-threatening and often require community crowdfunding for replacements. The national g...
Multiple killed in drone attacks in Ukraine
Recent Russian drone and missile attacks across Ukraine have resulted in at least three deaths, including two victims in the Odesa region and one in Zaporizhzhia. Additionally, a rocket struck a resid...
Studio 100 announces new SingAlong with symphony orchestra
Studio 100 has announced a new concert series titled "Studio 100 SingAlong in Symphony," which is scheduled to take place this autumn in Flanders and the Netherlands. The event will feature artists fr...
Housing construction at Blekersveld: enough to drive you crazy. Why can’t Bloemendaal politicians make a decision?
Politicians in Bloemendaal are struggling to finalize housing construction plans for the Blekersveld area near the Westelijke Randweg. The frequent changes to the project's design have caused frustrat...
NS baton trial in Rotterdam, The Hague, Zwolle and Den Bosch
Dutch Railways (NS) will begin a one-year trial at the end of April, equipping up to 75 safety officers with short batons. The pilot program will involve personnel stationed in Rotterdam, The Hague, Z...
She conquered Instagram with dry humor: Now tattoo artist Tamar Tieleman (42) has her own studio in Zaandam
Tattoo artist Tamar Tieleman has opened a home studio in Zaandam following her success on Instagram, where she shares quirky designs and humorous videos. Known for her dry Twente accent, the 42-year-o...
Loes pays for Friday afternoon drinks after free window repair
Loes Sonnenberg encountered issues with a malfunctioning tilt-and-turn window and was unable to fix it because she had lost the necessary key. After receiving a free repair, she donated money to contr...