Dutch News in English

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

SBMG makes comeback with one-off show at Ziggo Dome
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SBMG makes comeback with one-off show at Ziggo Dome

Rappers Chivv and Henkie T are reuniting as the musical duo SBMG for a one-time comeback concert at Amsterdam's Ziggo Dome on December 5. This event marks their first performance together in seven yea...

José and daughter Zehra share passion for performing arts: 'I used to take her to dance classes in a baby carrier'
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José and daughter Zehra share passion for performing arts: 'I used to take her to dance classes in a baby carrier'

José Vermeij and her daughter Zehra Togrul share a lifelong passion for dance and theater, which began when José founded her own performing arts center in 2009. Zehra was introduced to the studio en...

Subsidy for restoration of historic facades in Zandvoort
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Subsidy for restoration of historic facades in Zandvoort

Entrepreneurs and property owners in Zandvoort can apply for subsidies to restore historical facades. The scheme offers financial support of up to 10,000 euros for mid-terraced buildings and 12,500 eu...

Iran: US has trampled on ceasefire
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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
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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
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The Harbour Club in Amsterdam-East granted temporary suspension of payments

Dutch Senate votes for stricter asylum rules in EU migration pact
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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
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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
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These two acts make their comeback in Amsterdam

Weeronline: Warmest May 26 since records began
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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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Prison sentences sought for Briton and Irishman who drove 250 km/h and sprayed fire extinguisher during highway chase

Jazz legend Sonny Rollins (1930-2026) was never not improving himself
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Jazz legend Sonny Rollins (1930-2026) was never not improving himself

Oud-burgemeester Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht: kinderporno mij toegestuurd
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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
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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'
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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
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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'
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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
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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
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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.