Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Male swan bids farewell to mate of 15 years found decapitated at playground: 'The sound was bone-chilling'
A female swan was found decapitated near a playground in Velserbroek, causing significant distress to the local community and her mate of fifteen years. While the bird hospital suspects human involvem...
Churches acknowledge suffering of birth mothers but offer no apology
The Interchurch Contact in Government Affairs (CIO), representing thirty Dutch church denominations, has acknowledged the profound pain and suffering of unmarried mothers who were forced to give up th...
Actor Jamie Foxx to become a father for the third time
American actor and singer Jamie Foxx is expecting his third child with girlfriend Alyce Huckstepp. This will be the first child for the couple together, adding to the 58-year-old actor's two existing ...
First pro-independence leader of Wales appointed
Rhun ap Iorwerth of the Plaid Cymru party has been appointed as the First Minister of Wales following his party's recent election victory. He is the first leader in the history of the Senedd to advoca...
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema becomes chair of the Pact of Free Cities
End of zero-hours contracts nears after Dutch parliament vote
The Dutch House of Representatives has approved a law to phase out zero-hour contracts, aiming to provide greater protection for the country's 2.7 million flexible workers. This move marks a significa...
Unions ready for action, passengers will feel the impact
Dutch labor unions are preparing for a series of strikes this summer to protest proposed government cuts to social security. These actions are expected to significantly disrupt travel and could paraly...
'Tireless' city historian Wim Cerutti awarded Medal of Merit
Haarlem historian Wim Cerutti was awarded a medal of merit by Mayor Jos Wienen for his long-standing dedication to the North Holland Archives. The 79-year-old received the honor during a ceremony at t...
Two German soldiers from NATO base Brunssum assaulted and injured
Two German soldiers stationed at the NATO headquarters in Brunssum were attacked and slightly injured by masked individuals shouting anti-NATO slogans. The Royal Netherlands Marechaussee is currently ...
Actors Annabelle Wallis and Sebastian Stan expecting first child
Actors Sebastian Stan and Annabelle Wallis have confirmed they are expecting their first child together. Stan shared the news in an interview with Deadline, expressing his commitment to being a good f...
Significant damage in two-car collision in Beverwijk
Two cars collided on Tuesday afternoon in Beverwijk, resulting in significant damage to both vehicles. No injuries were reported following the accident.
Haarlem residents' healthcare costs rise for fourth year in a row
Residents of Haarlem spent nearly 510 million euros on healthcare in 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year of rising costs. According to data from Vektis, the five percent increase represents the ...
City prepares for Harry Styles concert series: Camping banned
British pop star Harry Styles is set to perform a record-breaking ten-concert series at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, attracting nearly half a million fans. Authorities have banned fans from c...
No arrests yet for Heemskerk car fires; police investigate possible link
Police are investigating two car fires that occurred last week in Heemskerk on Luxemburglaan and Debora Bakelaan, resulting in heavy damage to four vehicles. No arrests have been made yet as authoriti...
Leaking sheet piling causes another sinkhole at Donkere Spaarne: 'This is major'
A sinkhole has appeared on a walking path along the Donkere Spaarne for the third time in 18 months due to a leaking sheet pile wall. Water from the Spaarne river seeped under the pavement, eroding th...
Jetten briefly in hospital after being stung while swimming
Dutch Premier Rob Jetten was briefly hospitalized on Bonaire on Tuesday morning after being stung by an unidentified creature while swimming. Jetten experienced an allergic reaction but did not sustai...
Majority of Dutch parliament wants to deny rapper Ye entry to the Netherlands
A large majority of the Dutch House of Representatives wants to deny rapper Ye entry to the Netherlands due to his history of antisemitic remarks. The artist, formerly known as Kanye West, is currentl...
More than a hundred party colleagues express support for Starmer
More than 100 Labour members of parliament have signed a statement of support for British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Despite facing significant pressure to resign, these party colleagues are reaffir...
Asylum protest turns violent, but The Hague sees something else entirely
Local asylum protests in the Netherlands have turned violent, leading to a political debate in the House of Representatives over whether the cause is rising right-wing extremism or the asylum crisis i...
'Because he celebrated life': Festive tribute to hospitality figure Mike on Ascension Day
The 'Hou de Fakkel Hoog Fest #2' will be held on Ascension Day at the Slachthuis in Haarlem as a festive tribute to the late hospitality worker Michael van Putten. Organized by Ruud Baetens and others...