Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
You can take as long as you want for this triathlon: ‘I find swimming the most nerve-wracking, also because it's in open water’
Bee colony visits university: "Incredible, you wouldn't believe it!"
A large swarm of bees briefly settled in the courtyard of the University of Amsterdam's Bushuis building on Kloveniersburgwal yesterday. Observed by university staff, the bee colony stayed for several...
Jan Smit finds Toppers concerts a welcome distraction after divorce
Dutch singer Jan Smit stated that the upcoming Toppers concerts serve as a positive distraction as he navigates his recent divorce. Speaking to RTL Boulevard, Smit mentioned that he is doing well unde...
DSI operation on Singel follows report of threat with a firearm
A large-scale police operation involving the Special Interventions Service (DSI) took place on the Singel in Amsterdam following reports of a domestic threat involving a firearm. A 58-year-old man was...
Van den Brink relaxes asylum policy for Afghan women
Dutch Asylum Minister Bart van den Brink has relaxed asylum policies for Afghan women and girls, making them eligible for residence permits in the vast majority of cases. This decision significantly i...
Children must learn to express their feelings: ‘You stress me out, I feel tingles in my body’
Parents are encouraged to help their children learn how to articulate and understand their emotions, as children often struggle to describe what they feel internally. Since kids frequently lack the vo...
Hope prevails in the anxious days of Theater De Krocht: 'We’ve already shown what this theater can be'
Theater De Krocht in Zandvoort has experienced a difficult start despite a significant and costly renovation. The operator, Beleef Zandvoort, remains hopeful for the future and aims to demonstrate the...
Jesper scores at tournament in memory of former PE teacher. 'We have mixed teams with students from all grades so they get to know each other better'
Tender College in IJmuiden held the sixth edition of the Simon de Hoog football tournament on Thursday to honor the memory of a popular gym teacher who passed away in 2019. The event encourages social...
'Speeds higher at night on average than during day'. Beverwijk recognizes Laan der Nederlanden as a racetrack, but awaits renovation
Residents of Beverwijk have raised concerns about frequent speeding on the Laan der Nederlanden following a fatal accident last Sunday. The local municipality acknowledges the safety issues and intend...
Drama series about Céline Dion's early years in development
A new drama series about the early life of Canadian singer Céline Dion is currently in development. The project, which is being produced by her brother Jacques Dion, will primarily focus on the singe...
Fries Museum postpones silverware exhibition over security concerns
The Fries Museum in Leeuwarden has postponed its upcoming silver exhibition due to security concerns. The museum decided to delay the opening to implement additional security measures after receiving ...
'If he hadn't run at me, he would still be able to walk': 9 years in prison sought for Prins Hendrikkade shooter
Corona hearings begin today: these are the six unanswered questions (and the start of an answer)
The Dutch parliamentary inquiry into the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic begins today to address unresolved questions about policy choices. The committee aims to provide clarity on seve...
Ferrari shares recover on interest in electric model
Ferrari's stock price recovered on the Milan exchange on Thursday following positive remarks from CEO Benedetto Vigna regarding the company's first fully electric model. Vigna stated that the Italian ...
Museum of the Mind opens location in the Vleeshal from October for at least one year
The Museum of the Mind is returning its art collection from its closed Amsterdam branch to Haarlem, with a new exhibition scheduled to open in the Vleeshal this October. The 'outsider art' display wil...
Portrait of IJmuiden in 150 small artworks: Opening during Velsen Art Route and pieces for sale
Artists from Velsen have created 150 small artworks depicting IJmuiden, which will be showcased and available for purchase during the 2026 Kunstroute. Organizer Dirk van Zonderen anticipates the exhib...
Ajax target Míchel leaves Girona: ‘The club wishes to express its sincere thanks’
Sending mailbox parcels and bereavement cards will soon cost nearly 4 euros
PostNL has announced a price increase for sending mourning cards with priority delivery starting July 12. The cost for this express postal service will rise to 3.25 euros per letter.
Axios: Iran and US near deal on truce extension
Negotiators from Iran and the United States have reportedly reached a preliminary agreement to extend an existing truce and initiate talks on Iran's nuclear program. The deal currently awaits formal s...
Permanent end to parking at antique market around the Dreef
The Dutch Council of State has ruled that the municipality of Haarlem is allowed to ban parking on the grass during antique markets at the Dreef. This decision concludes a legal dispute between market...