Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Flotilla organization: Dutch fly to Istanbul
Six Dutch citizens arrested by Israel during a Gaza flotilla operation are scheduled to leave the country for Istanbul on Thursday. The Turkish government has chartered flights to transport the partic...
Drinks and boat-watching: 9 waterfront terraces in Haarlem
The article highlights nine waterfront terraces in Haarlem where visitors can enjoy drinks and watch boats. These locations are recommended as ideal spots for social gatherings during sunny weather.
CNN: Iran recovering faster than expected, US intelligence says
U.S. intelligence reports indicate that Iran's military is recovering more quickly than previously estimated following a ceasefire declared six weeks ago. Sources claim the country has already resumed...
Review: Lieke Kézér describes a history unknown to many Dutch people in a calm narrative
Review: As long as bros put each other before sisters, violence (against women) persists
Groningen cult writer Nanne Tepper (1962-2012) was driven by addictions and obsessions, biographer reveals: ‘I recognize that monomania’
Red Cross starts fundraising to expand Ebola response
The Red Cross has launched a fundraising campaign via giro number 7244 to support efforts against the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighboring countries. The organization urg...
How do I make my facade garden green? Farmer Tom: 'Look closely at when the sun shines'
Farmer Tom provides gardening advice for creating a successful facade garden in a small, shallow space. He recommends that gardeners carefully monitor sunlight patterns, specifically addressing a read...
Mime artist Rob van Houten became the country's most famous snack bar owner
Dutch actor and mime Rob van Houten, born in Amsterdam, has been recognized as a regional icon for his extensive career in theater and television. He achieved national fame for his comedic portrayal o...
Whether or not to swim in the Haarlem region: this is the advice
Residents in the Haarlem region are seeking advice on outdoor swimming as temperatures rise. The report addresses concerns about local water quality and potential health risks like skin irritation for...
Want to (finally) find out how much your colleague earns? Starting next year, you can
Starting in 2027, a new legislative proposal from Dutch Social Affairs Minister Hans Vijlbrief will require employers to allow employees to see their colleagues' salary information. The bill aims to i...
Have you spotted this Streetart Frankey artwork yet?
Koos Breukel photographs violist Esther Apituley
Pentecost weekend set to be summery: up to 26 degrees in Amsterdam
Amsterdam councilors and Dutch universities call on cabinet to evacuate Gazans: ‘Contact Israel this week’
These are the sober figures in an overheated asylum debate
The article provides factual data on asylum seeker reception in the Netherlands to counter emotional debates surrounding the overcapacity at the Ter Apel registration center. It examines whether the i...
Red Cross remains on standby at Ter Apel registration center
The Red Cross expects to continue providing aid at the overcrowded asylum seeker registration center in Ter Apel for the foreseeable future. A spokesperson confirmed that no immediate solution for the...
IJmuiden provides 500 glass fish for KWF Vissenloop charity walk
The municipality of Velsen is offering 500 decorative glass fish for sale during the Vissenloop and VissenRun events in IJmuiden. All proceeds from the initiative will be donated to the KWF Cancer Res...
Dozens of endangered meadow birds hatch at Artis: A hopeful sight
Artis zoo in Amsterdam is hatching dozens of endangered meadow bird eggs, such as redshanks and avocets, to help bolster populations that have seen a significant decline in the Netherlands. The zoo ut...
News agency: Pakistani mediator heading back to Iran
Field Marshal Asim Munir, a top Pakistani military official mediating between Iran and the United States, is traveling to Tehran this Thursday for continued consultations. The visit, reported by the I...