Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
A female protagonist doesn’t make ‘The Architect’ a contemporary play
Beth Ditto and Billy Porter at opening of Pride Village on Museumplein
Artists Beth Ditto and Billy Porter will headline the opening of Pride Village at Amsterdam's Museumplein on August 4th as part of the World Pride celebrations. The location will serve as the event's ...
Netherlands buys found medieval gold ring for over 83,000 euros
The Dutch state has purchased a medieval gold ring dating from the 9th or 10th century for 83,150 euros. The piece of jewelry will be added to the National Collection and loaned to a museum for exhibi...
Two arrests after fatal stabbing in Heerhugowaard
Two men from Zaandam and Velsen were arrested Tuesday following a fatal stabbing at a business premises in Heerhugowaard. Both suspects were injured during the incident and are currently in police cus...
Deadlock over Sandevoerde campsite continues: ‘Waiting for owner to provide all information’
The stalemate regarding the nature permit for camping Sandevoerde in Zandvoort continues as the environmental service awaits additional data from the entrepreneur. A final decision on the permit can o...
WHO reports sharp drop in suspected Ebola cases
The World Health Organization (WHO) has significantly reduced the number of suspected Ebola cases from over 900 to 116. There are currently 330 confirmed infections and nearly 50 deaths attributed to ...
Criticism of 'castrated' bull after Milan mosaic floor restoration
A mosaic floor restoration in Milan has sparked criticism after the bull's testicles were seemingly removed from the artwork. The restoration was necessary because the area had become worn down by tou...
Star chef Nick Bril speaks about accident in documentary: 'Worthless years'
In the documentary Rauw, star chef Nick Bril speaks publicly for the first time about the 2024 accident he caused that left his sous-chef, Joe Claridge, with life-altering injuries. Bril reflects on t...
Kanye cannot be kept away, but cabinet will monitor concert closely for antisemitism
The Dutch government announced it has no legal means to deny rapper Kanye West entry to the country for his scheduled concerts on June 6 and 8. State Secretary Claudia van Bruggen stated that authorit...
Football coach sentenced to 5 years for filming in locker rooms
A court in Middelburg has sentenced a 40-year-old football coach from Vlissingen to five years in prison for secretly filming more than 500 young boys in locker rooms over several years. The defendant...
Fundraisers wanted for Harbor Area Stray Cat Foundation
The Stichting Zwerfkatten Havengebied IJmuiden is seeking volunteers for its donation collection drive taking place between June 7 and 13 in the municipality of Velsen. The foundation, which cares for...
Discover the story behind Haarlem's ‘Woman in the Resistance’ artwork on TV tonight
The TV program 'Kunst in het wild' will explore the history and public reception of the 'Vrouw in het Verzet' artwork in Haarlem. The episode investigates the creative intent behind the monument and w...
Mayor closes building due to illegal gambling
Mayor Jos Wienen ordered the six-month closure of a business premises on Hendrik Figeeweg in Haarlem on June 2, 2026, after a police raid uncovered illegal high-stakes poker games and drugs. The inspe...
Six Amsterdam residents arrested for laundering at least €38 million; suspect injured by chainsaw during raid
Onder de Pannen: rent out a room and help a Haarlem resident
The 'Onder de Pannen' initiative in Haarlem encourages residents to rent out spare rooms to individuals facing economic homelessness due to issues like job loss or divorce. Participants receive monthl...
Shop closed after assault and illegal vapes
Mayor Jos Wienen closed a shop on Generaal Cronjéstraat in Haarlem for three months following an inspection in late May. Authorities discovered over 500 illegal vapes, hard liquor, and an undocumente...
Driver hits house in Heemskerk, three vehicles damaged
A female driver crashed into a house on the Vroegeling in Heemskerk on Tuesday afternoon, resulting in damage to three vehicles. Paramedics treated the driver at the scene following the collision.
Prosecution seeks four life sentences in Marengo murder trial appeal
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded life sentences for four suspects during the appeal of the high-profile Marengo trial. The case involves six underworld murders and various other crimi...
Four life sentences demanded in Marengo trial appeal
Israel and Hezbollah continue attacks despite Trump's ceasefire
Israel and Hezbollah have continued their mutual attacks despite an announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding a temporary, conditional ceasefire. Both sides have persisted with military ac...