Dutch News in English

Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.

Rijksmuseum exhibits drawings by Madelon Vriesendorp (81): ‘I’ve never been very serious, unfortunately’
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Rijksmuseum exhibits drawings by Madelon Vriesendorp (81): ‘I’ve never been very serious, unfortunately’

Parool readers’ favorite trees: ‘This tree brings a touch of Paris to Amsterdam’
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Parool readers’ favorite trees: ‘This tree brings a touch of Paris to Amsterdam’

Amsterdam is at its most beautiful when differences can coexist without fear
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Amsterdam is at its most beautiful when differences can coexist without fear

Sioe Jeng (34) met Nafiesa (42) through mutual friends on Instagram: ‘I noticed I got jealous when she said she had someone in mind’
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Sioe Jeng (34) met Nafiesa (42) through mutual friends on Instagram: ‘I noticed I got jealous when she said she had someone in mind’

North Korea tests new multifunctional rocket launch system
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North Korea tests new multifunctional rocket launch system

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un supervised the testing of a new multifunctional rocket launch system involving tactical ballistic missiles and precision cruise missiles. The system is reportedly desig...

Over 100 asylum seekers moved from Ter Apel to Groningen
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Over 100 asylum seekers moved from Ter Apel to Groningen

More than a hundred asylum seekers were relocated from the registration center in Ter Apel to the Hanzeplaza convention center in Groningen due to a lack of space. The Red Cross managed the transport ...

Prime Minister Jetten does not rule out cooperation with Markuszower
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Prime Minister Jetten does not rule out cooperation with Markuszower

Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten criticized politician Gidi Markuszower for his comments regarding Palestinian refugees, stating they place him outside constructive political forces. However, despite p...

Higher education students satisfied with programs and teachers
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Higher education students satisfied with programs and teachers

The National Student Survey (NSE) 2026 reveals that 75% of the 248,000 participating students are satisfied with their higher education programs in the Netherlands. The survey also measured student sa...

Lebanon raises death toll from Israeli attacks to 31
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Lebanon raises death toll from Israeli attacks to 31

Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed 31 people on Tuesday as Israel intensified its military operations despite a ceasefire agreement. The Israeli government stated that the strikes are speci...

Support for climate policy erodes, one-third of population feels they are ‘no longer allowed to enjoy anything’
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Support for climate policy erodes, one-third of population feels they are ‘no longer allowed to enjoy anything’

Support for climate change policies in the Netherlands is declining as a growing portion of the population prioritizes other issues. While a majority still favors reducing greenhouse gas emissions, ma...

Right-wing parties also attack De Vos (FvD) over far-right extremism: 'How disgusting can it get?'
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Right-wing parties also attack De Vos (FvD) over far-right extremism: 'How disgusting can it get?'

FvD leader Lidewij de Vos faced intense criticism from across the political spectrum, including right-wing parties, in the Dutch House of Representatives on Tuesday evening. The confrontation marks a ...

Gaza authorities: Seven killed in Israeli attacks
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Gaza authorities: Seven killed in Israeli attacks

At least seven people have been killed following Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip, according to reports from local authorities. Five of the victims died during a strike in the eastern part of the ter...

Stabbing at Sloterdijk Station, three injured
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Stabbing at Sloterdijk Station, three injured

Sadak M. (19) sentenced to juvenile detention again for shooting at house in Amsterdam East
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Sadak M. (19) sentenced to juvenile detention again for shooting at house in Amsterdam East

Lots of litter and glass after busy day at Marineterrein: Everyone needs to step it up a bit
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Lots of litter and glass after busy day at Marineterrein: Everyone needs to step it up a bit

Following a busy day at the Marineterrein in Amsterdam, cleaners collected large amounts of litter and glass left behind by visitors seeking cool water. Site manager Pieter van Dijk highlighted the sa...

Feelings of insecurity persist in Beverwijk city center: camera surveillance extended by two years
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Feelings of insecurity persist in Beverwijk city center: camera surveillance extended by two years

The municipality of Beverwijk has extended camera surveillance in its city center until 2028 to address persistent concerns regarding safety and public nuisance. In addition to the extension, three ca...

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Amsterdam returns to court over Noorder IJplas wind turbines – but will give up if it fails this time

No needles, but light and sound: these are the latest techniques for more beautiful skin
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No needles, but light and sound: these are the latest techniques for more beautiful skin

Dr. Marguerite van Randwijck examines modern cosmetic techniques that use light and sound energy rather than needles to enhance skin appearance. This guide details how laser and energy-based treatment...

Irene de Bel on the fairy tale of inclusive education
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Irene de Bel on the fairy tale of inclusive education

Irene de Bel uses a metaphorical story about a triangle struggling to fit in among circles to illustrate the challenges of the Dutch inclusive education system, known as 'passend onderwijs.' The piece...

Vijlbrief's gamble: unions will eventually compromise
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Vijlbrief's gamble: unions will eventually compromise

Minister Vijlbrief is postponing significant cuts to state pensions and unemployment benefits while maintaining that budget reductions remain inevitable. He is gambling on future compromises from labo...