Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Iran: US has trampled on ceasefire
Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has accused the United States of violating a ceasefire after US forces attacked targets in the southern province of Hormozgan. The US military reported striking mine...
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Great barbecue weather: how to do it safely and why you should never use methylated spirits
Following serious barbecue accidents in Purmerend and Breda, the fire department and the Dutch Burn Foundation are providing safety advice for outdoor cooking. Experts emphasize the danger of using me...
The Harbour Club in Amsterdam-East granted temporary suspension of payments
Dutch Senate votes for stricter asylum rules in EU migration pact
The Dutch Senate has approved the implementation of the EU migration pact, which introduces stricter asylum regulations starting June 12. Under the new rules, the maximum duration of temporary residen...
Atlas is back: the giant on the Dam breathes again
The 7-meter-tall statue of Atlas has been returned to the rear facade of the Royal Palace on Amsterdam's Dam Square following a major restoration. The Titan once again carries the celestial sphere as ...
These two acts make their comeback in Amsterdam
Weeronline: Warmest May 26 since records began
Tuesday, May 26th, marked the warmest May 26th since weather records began in 1901. A temperature of 29.2 degrees Celsius was recorded at 1:20 PM in De Bilt, setting a new national record for the date...
Prison sentences sought for Briton and Irishman who drove 250 km/h and sprayed fire extinguisher during highway chase
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Oud-burgemeester Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht: kinderporno mij toegestuurd
Former mayor of Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht, Herman J., appeared in a Rotterdam court on Tuesday facing charges of possessing child pornography and sexual abuse. The 77-year-old suspect claims the illicit fil...
Red Cross sets up extra tents in Ter Apel for shade
The Red Cross is setting up additional open tents at the registration center in Ter Apel to provide shade for people waiting outside. These tents are intended for cooling rather than sleeping, followi...
Saenredamstraat residents sacrifice parking spaces for meeting spots: 'Experiment for livability'
Residents of Saenredamstraat in Haarlem-Noord are voluntarily removing seven parking spaces to make room for trees, bicycle racks, and picnic tables. This community-led initiative serves as an experim...
Pinkpop pays tribute to Limburg pop culture at this year's festival
The Pinkpop festival will present a theatrical and musical tribute to Limburg's pop culture this year titled "Hoogmis van het Zuiden." This anniversary production features performances from various ar...
Burnt-out transport escort vehicle in Velsen-Noord belongs to entrepreneur Hidde: 'We are in the dark about the cause'
A transport escort vehicle belonging to IJmond Exceptioneel Transport Begeleiding was completely destroyed by fire in Velsen-Noord on Monday night. Owner Hidde Mossinkoff stated that the cause of the ...
Von der Leyen: Europe mourns with Belgium after school bus accident
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed Europe's solidarity with Belgium following a fatal collision between a train and a school bus in Buggenhout. The accident resulted in four ...
Rock band Nothing But Thieves to perform twice at Ziggo Dome next year
British rock band Nothing But Thieves will perform two concerts at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam next year. The shows are scheduled for Friday, January 15, and Saturday, January 16.
State: Corné H.'s placement in TBS clinic depends on Vught case
Corné H., convicted for a hostage situation in Ede, remains on a waiting list for a TBS clinic placement despite being at the top of the queue. Although he has been waiting for nearly 1.5 years, his ...
Minister Vijlbrief reconfirms: faster increase in state pension age off the table
Dutch Minister of Social Affairs Hans Vijlbrief has confirmed that the cabinet is withdrawing plans to accelerate the increase of the state pension age. The decision aims to secure a broader social ag...
How do we get young men out of the manosphere? This is the key
Psychologist Thijs Launspach examines the attraction young men feel toward the "manosphere," an online environment promoting male dominance and female submissiveness. He explains the psychological fac...