Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Ter Apel registration center even busier than usual
The registration center for asylum seekers in Ter Apel is experiencing higher-than-normal occupancy, with current numbers fluctuating around 2,200 people. Although the facility has a maximum capacity ...
Two Amsterdam lawyers willing to represent Taghi after all, if they can read 90,000 pages first
Fatbike ban in Heemstede still a long way off. 'Waiting for specific national regulations'
The municipality of Heemstede currently has no concrete plans to implement a fatbike ban, despite expressing interest in a recent survey. Local authorities are waiting for specific national regulation...
Iran sends revised peace proposal to the United States
The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has submitted a revised response to a peace proposal from the United States. A Pakistani source confirmed that the mediating country has shared this updated pro...
Short on space? This nearly forgotten designer excelled at smart interiors that make rooms look larger decades ago
Body from cruise ship Hondius cremated in the Netherlands
The body of a German woman who died from hantavirus while aboard the cruise ship Hondius will be cremated in the Netherlands. Health officials announced the decision following the vessel's arrival at ...
Europol discovers thousands of Iranian Guard online posts in EU
Europol and European Union member states have identified and removed approximately 14,200 online messages associated with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard (IRG). The operation targeted IRG content acro...
Max Verstappen defies all logic in Germany: 'If you can't enjoy this, you're a bitter person'
Max Verstappen and his team participated in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring in Germany, where the four-time Formula 1 champion delivered a dominant performance. Despite their strong showing in the Eifel ...
Do you know someone who deserves a royal honor? Nominate them before July 1
Residents can nominate individuals for royal decorations by submitting proposals to the mayor before the July 1st deadline. The announcement provides information on the nomination process for those wh...
Hondius cleanup begins Tuesday and lasts until Friday
The cleaning of the Dutch cruise ship Hondius is scheduled to begin this Tuesday and is expected to continue through Friday. The specialized operation is being carried out by EWS Group, as confirmed b...
Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park to double in size
The Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park will double in size following a decision by Minister Jaimi van Essen to grant official status to the northern part of the region. This expansion extends the park'...
Groningen fans not welcome in Volendam for play-off match against Ajax
FC Groningen fans have been banned from attending their team's play-off match against Ajax in Volendam this Thursday following a decision by local authorities. The match was relocated from Amsterdam d...
Shakira acquitted in Spanish tax case and gets 60 million euros back
A Spanish court has ordered the tax authorities to repay pop star Shakira over 60 million euros after ruling she was not a tax resident of Spain in 2011. The court determined that the singer had been ...
Dollhouses, recreated with love
This exhibition showcases intricately detailed dollhouses that represent various stages of human life. Accessible by appointment, the display invites visitors to explore the unique collection, culmina...
Sports Village gets Wijk aan Zee moving: ‘These are the events where the village spirit comes to life’
Wijk aan Zee recently hosted its first Sportdorp event on the Dorpsweide, featuring various activities like obstacle courses to promote physical movement and community spirit. Despite an initially rai...
I considered going chronically offline with a Nokia 3310
Journalist Senna Brammer explores the concept of being "chronically online" and her consideration of switching to an old Nokia 3310 to disconnect. The article reflects on the constant presence of digi...
CARE: Price of aid goods rising due to trade route blockades
The aid organization CARE reports that the prices of food and emergency supplies are rising rapidly due to trade route disruptions in the Middle East. The partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz has f...
Council of State: Excluding political parties from elections goes too far
The Dutch Council of State has advised against a proposal by D66 and GroenLinks-PvdA to exclude political parties without members from elections, deeming the measure too restrictive. The Council also ...
Council of State critical of membership requirement: ‘PVV ban’ seems further off
The Dutch Council of State has criticized a proposal to mandate a democratic membership structure for political parties, a move intended to potentially exclude parties like the PVV from elections. The...
Man under the influence causes havoc on Frederik Hendrikstraat
A 25-year-old driver under the influence of alcohol or drugs was arrested after crashing into several parked cars on Frederik Hendrikstraat in Amsterdam West. No injuries were reported, but the collis...