Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Tech experts demand transparency on Solvinity acquisition decision
A group of tech experts and scientists has challenged the proposed acquisition of Solvinity, the company managing the DigiD infrastructure, by a U.S. firm in court. They are demanding transparency fro...
Pro-Palestinian protesters occupy buildings on VU campus
Thirteen years for cocaine shipment hidden in Kardashian brand clothing
A truck driver has been sentenced to thirteen years and six months in prison in the United Kingdom after being caught transporting cocaine worth approximately 8 million euros. The illegal shipment was...
Two Dutch nationals on Gaza flotilla removed from boat by Israel
Two Dutch citizens, Pieter Rambags and Jesse van Schaijk, were removed from their boats by the Israeli military while participating in the Global Sumud Flotilla. The delegation head expressed concern ...
Sjoerdsma: EU must show more solidarity with refugees
Dutch Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma has called for the European Union to coordinate more effectively and show increased solidarity toward refugees and displaced persons. Speaking after a meeting in Brusse...
This house photographer for the Concertgebouw captured over 2,000 images of the Mahler Festival 2025: ‘Timing is essential’
ProVeenendaal at Council of State: already suffering from name confusion
ProVeenendaal has appealed to the Council of State against the GroenLinks-PvdA merger's new name, Progressief Nederland (PRO), citing concerns over name confusion with existing local parties. The loca...
Man (30) kicked unconscious outside Central Station, police arrest four suspects
A 30-year-old man from Hoofddorp was kicked unconscious during an assault at Amsterdam's Stationsplein on Saturday night. Police arrested four suspects, including three minors, shortly after they fled...
Telstar book deadline pushed back due to 'The Penalty Kick'
The publication deadline for the book 'Voor altijd 63', marking the 63rd anniversary of the Dutch football club Telstar, has been postponed to include a new section titled 'The Penalty'. While the lay...
Disappeared: Haarlem football club De Brug faced a difficult dilemma
The Haarlem-based football club De Brug is the subject of a retrospective series focusing on defunct sports organizations. After facing a difficult dilemma, the club ultimately decided to dissolve in ...
'He who doesn't jump is a mosquito!' HFC Haarlem lives on among Telstar fans
Telstar fans continue to reference their historic rival HFC Haarlem through chants and songs during matches. The club remains a significant part of local football culture despite its absence from prof...
Car set on fire opposite Haarlem police station, suspect arrested
A car parked opposite the Haarlem police station was set on fire on Monday afternoon. Authorities were able to quickly apprehend a suspect in connection with the incident.
EU disease center sends experts over Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) is deploying experts to the Africa CDC headquarters in Addis Ababa to support the coordination of the Ebola response in the Democratic Rep...
Emergency talks tonight between cabinet and local officials on asylum
The Dutch cabinet is holding an emergency meeting with local administrators on Monday evening to address growing tensions regarding asylum seekers in the country. The meeting at the Catshuis in The Ha...
Chinese to build cars in historic Citroën factory
Stellantis is partnering with the Chinese manufacturer Dongfeng to produce vehicles at the historic Citroën factory in Rennes, France. This collaboration marks a significant shift for the facility, w...
Blow after blow for government Schiphol plans: time to abandon 30-year dual objective of economy and environment
Police chatbot offline after incorrect answer about Palestinians
The Dutch police have taken their virtual assistant, chatbot Wout, offline for maintenance after it provided incorrect responses regarding discrimination reports. When users asked about reporting disc...
Long lines at Schiphol security, airport deploys extra staff
Schiphol Airport is experiencing long security queues on Monday following a change in its security screening procedures. In response, the airport has deployed additional office staff to assist passeng...
After securing Eredivisie survival, Telstar moves quickly: Henk Brugge (48) named new manager of the White Lions
Henk Brugge has been appointed as the new head coach of Telstar, succeeding Anthony Correia. The 48-year-old currently serves as an assistant coach at SC Heerenveen.
Truck damages Velsertunnel, A22 towards IJmuiden temporarily closed
A truck caused damage to the Velsertunnel on Monday afternoon, leading to the temporary closure of the A22 highway towards IJmuiden. The incident resulted in traffic disruptions while the damage is be...