Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
More Amsterdam children vaccinated in 2025
The number of children and young people aged 4 to 18 in Amsterdam who received vaccinations following an invitation from the GGD increased in 2025. This development marks a continued rise in the vacci...
Armed robbery at supermarket in Bennebroek: three suspects arrested, roles being investigated
Police arrested three suspects following an armed robbery at a supermarket in Bennebroek. The individuals, aged 17, 18, and 22, are from Rotterdam, Katwijk, and Leidschendam, and their specific roles ...
Jetten completes cabinet team after Van Berkel’s departure
Upcoming Prime Minister Rob Jetten has finalized his cabinet team by appointing Utrecht alderman Eelco Eerenberg as the new State Secretary of Finance. Eerenberg replaces Nathalie van Berkel and is th...
You’d think all Cubans hate Trump, but after 60 years of dictatorship, the oil boycott seems like a unique opportunity
Many Cubans support Donald Trump’s oil boycotts, viewing them as a potential catalyst for change after 60 years of dictatorship. Rather than blaming U.S. sanctions, citizens express deep frustration...
CV errors have consequences for Nathalie van Berkel (D66): she also resigns as MP
Nathalie van Berkel of the D66 party has resigned as a Member of Parliament following revelations of inaccuracies on her CV regarding her educational history. The decision comes just one day after she...
Not a garden gnome, but a dune gnome: Family writes book about Pierewied
The Van der Heijden family from Zandvoort has self-published a children's book about "Pierewied," a fictional gnome they invented during their walks through the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen. The boo...
New bike parking rules for Haarlem city center
The city of Haarlem has introduced stricter bicycle parking regulations in its city center to manage congestion in busy areas. Cyclists are now required to park their bikes only in designated racks or...
A coffee with Sabrina Grossman (Amsterdam Alternative Alliance): With a disability, it's extreme sports here
Sabrina Grossman, leader of the Amsterdamse Alternatieve Alliantie (AAA), is campaigning for the Amsterdam municipal elections with a platform focused on "radical unity" and improved city accessibilit...
Helping out at the elections?
Recruitment is underway for volunteers to assist with the upcoming elections on March 18. Organizers are seeking individuals to serve as (deputy) polling station chairpersons and to help with the coun...
Renovation of Akendam auditorium
The Akendam cemetery auditorium will undergo a major renovation from March 2 to mid-September 2026 to improve accessibility and modernize facilities while preserving the building's original design. Du...
Bicycle parking in the city center
The city of Haarlem is implementing stricter bicycle parking regulations in the city center to keep sidewalks clear and accessible for pedestrians. New parking bans will take effect in areas like Grot...
A Family, starring Carice van Houten, portrays the dynamics of a family falling apart
Directors Mees Peijnenburg and Muriel d’Ansembourg presented their respective films, "A Family" and "Truly Naked," at the Berlin Film Festival. Peijnenburg’s drama, starring Carice van Houten, exp...
Police warn of fake officer after attempted scam in Zandvoort
Police in Zandvoort have issued a warning after a man impersonating a police officer attempted to scam a senior resident on Dr. Jac. P. Thijsseweg yesterday evening. The suspect falsely claimed the wo...
Young children can play freely at Papote in De Baarsjes (and parents eat well)
Sophia de Rosnay has opened Papote, a soft play café in Amsterdam’s De Baarsjes neighborhood designed to provide a welcoming space for both parents and young children. Inspired by London’s café ...
Shein under investigation in Europe over illegal products and ‘addictive’ design: ‘Aggressive marketing model’
The European Union has launched an investigation into the Chinese retailer Shein over the sale of illegal items, including reports of child sex dolls being listed on the platform. The probe also exami...
American civil rights activist Jesse Jackson dies at 84
American civil rights activist and minister Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84, according to his family. He was widely recognized for his lifelong commitment to fighting for equal rights f...
Jewelry store targeted in overnight burglary in Deventer, two 18-year-olds from Amsterdam arrested
Two 18-year-old men from Amsterdam were arrested following a burglary at a Lucardi jewelry store in Deventer early Tuesday morning. The suspects caused significant damage to the shop on Lange Bisschop...
Sharper thinking, better blood values: how fasting can be healthy according to a doctor
As the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan begins tonight, medical experts are highlighting the potential health benefits of abstaining from food and drink between sunrise and sunset, such as improved blo...
Information sessions on living with brain injury in Haarlem, Amsterdam, Krommenie and Obdam
The organization Hersenz is hosting a series of information sessions focused on coping with brain injuries and their long-term consequences. These meetings are scheduled to take place in several Dutch...
Tax bills are on the way
Tax assessments are being issued once again, with updated information regarding changes for the current year. The provided details explain what has changed and outline the various methods available fo...