Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
The air raid siren sounds: what should you do and what happens at school?
The Dutch air raid siren system serves as a critical warning for various emergencies, prompting specific safety protocols such as those followed by schools to keep children indoors and protected. A ne...
Back then: cows were once milked here, now you stop by for bitterballen at Polder
Café Restaurant Polder, located near Amsterdam Science Park and the University of Amsterdam, sits on land that was historically underwater before becoming a dairy farm. The venue has transitioned fro...
Bloemendaal prepares public for asylum seekers, seeks to avoid fear-mongering
The municipality of Bloemendaal is currently searching for suitable locations to house asylum seekers. Local officials are also discussing communication strategies to manage public perception and prev...
Fietsenwacht charges full price for half a job; refunding proves difficult
Edgar van de Burgt paid the mobile repair service Fietsenwacht to fix two bicycles, but the company only completed one repair while charging for both. After struggling to secure a refund for the unper...
Senior complex residents sheltered after fire
A fire broke out in a senior apartment complex on Wagenstraat in The Hague during the night between Saturday and Sunday. Residents were evacuated and provided with shelter, but no injuries were report...
Man who shot near White House known to security services
A man who was fatally shot at a White House checkpoint on Saturday had previously been known to U.S. security services and police. Media reports indicate that the individual had multiple prior encount...
Velsen Council faces key choice: intensive formation before summer or postpone until after recess?
Informateur Henk Jan Meijer has advised the Velsen city council to postpone the appointment of new aldermen until after the summer recess. The recommendation suggests focusing first on establishing a ...
Arts therapy removed as direct youth care in Haarlem. 'Parents and children are the victims'
Creative therapy will no longer be directly accessible as youth help in Haarlem, making it more difficult for children to receive psychological support through activities like art and drama. Critics w...
After debate over controversial drug lidocaine, long COVID patients left without treatment options: 'The fact that someone gets better means nothing'
Post-COVID patients in the Netherlands are turning to controversial and expensive lidocaine treatments at private clinics, with some claiming significant recovery. Scientists warn that individual succ...
No punishment for Beverwijk man wearing Bandidos vest; 47-year-old could not have known it was illegal
The Amsterdam Court of Appeal has acquitted a 47-year-old man who was prosecuted for wearing a Bandidos motorcycle club vest in June 2020. The court ruled that the man could not have known his actions...
Ukraine reports major missile attack on Kyiv
The Ukrainian capital of Kyiv was targeted by a ballistic missile attack on Saturday night, resulting in at least five injuries. Authorities reported that one of the injured individuals was hospitaliz...
Republicans critical of Trump's deal with Iran
Prominent Republicans have expressed concern over the potential agreement being negotiated by President Donald Trump with Iran. They fear the terms of the deal could allow Tehran to maintain or expand...
Iranian media contradict Trump over Hormuz reopening
Iranian state media has contradicted President Donald Trump's claim that the Strait of Hormuz would be fully reopened as part of a peace agreement with the United States. The Fars news agency describe...
White House on lockdown after shots reported nearby
The White House in Washington has been placed on lockdown following reports of gunshots in the vicinity. Journalists on the premises were moved to the press room and ordered to seek cover as a large p...
Ebola death toll in Congo passes 200
The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reached 204, according to the country's Ministry of Health. Additionally, health officials have registered 867 suspected ...
Hoofddorp finishes strong season with defeat at Hollandia
Hoofddorp concluded their football season with a 3-1 defeat against Hollandia. The victory secured third place for Hollandia, guaranteeing them a spot in the promotion playoffs.
Trump reports 'broad agreement' on Iran deal
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on his Truth Social platform that an agreement with Iran is largely finalized, with final details currently under discussion. The proposed deal reportedly include...
Carefree Koninklijke HFC brushes aside Spakenburg and looks to the new season with confidence. 'Glad it's over'
Koninklijke HFC concluded their season with a 3-2 victory over Spakenburg. The Haarlem-based team's performance in the final match provides confidence for the upcoming season.
Romanian director Cristian Mungiu wins his second Palme d'Or with 'Fjord'
Driver flees after crash, leaving trail of destruction on Klaprozenweg
A car driver and two passengers fled after causing significant damage to parked bicycles and hitting a pole on Klaprozenweg in Amsterdam-Noord. Police arrested a 26-year-old suspect from Almere shortl...