Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Researcher on Vondelpark fatbike ban: Fatbikes are the scapegoats of the traffic debate
'Excellent connection' Schipholweg continues to change: from Tour de France to Haarlem Spaarnepoort public transport hub
The Schipholweg in Haarlem-Oost, which opened in July 1954, has served as a vital link between Haarlem and Schiphol Airport for decades. Originally hosting the Tour de France just before its official ...
Fewer high-speed trains between Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam Central due to a defective train
High-speed train services between Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam Centraal are limited on Sunday afternoon. This reduction is due to a defective train on the high-speed line.
Rotterdam prepares for arrival of cruise ship Hondius
The Dutch cruise ship Hondius is scheduled to arrive at the port of Rotterdam by the end of the week after all passengers disembark in Tenerife. Local authorities are preparing for its docking, althou...
Leiden Marathon participant dies
A participant in the Leiden Marathon passed away during the event on Sunday. While police have confirmed the death, no further details regarding the individual's identity or the cause of death have be...
Qatar: cargo ship attacked by drone off the coast
A cargo ship off the coast of Qatar was attacked by a drone on Sunday morning, causing a small fire. The blaze was successfully extinguished and no casualties were reported following the incident.
Forensic teams investigate after overnight attack in Haarlem: 'What can we do with those footprints in the sand?'
Forensic investigators are examining the scene following an overnight attack on a terraced house in the Fröbelstraat in Haarlem. The team is meticulously collecting evidence, including footprints fou...
26 arrested as asylum protest in Apeldoorn gets out of hand
Police arrested 26 people in Apeldoorn on Saturday night after a protest against emergency asylum seeker housing turned violent. Demonstrators attacked officers with fireworks, obstructed traffic, and...
German government skeptical of Putin's proposal for EU talks
The German government has expressed skepticism regarding a proposal by Russian President Vladimir Putin for former Chancellor Gerhard Schröder to mediate talks with the European Union. Government sou...
Manon van Ewijk returns after months of injury: four goals in Haarlem’s win over Roda
Manon van Ewijk returned from a long-term injury to score four goals in Haarlem's 20-15 home victory against Roda during the third round of play. Additionally, KIOS secured a decisive 9-19 win over th...
Medical checks for Dutch nationals complete, departing at 2:30 PM
Dutch passengers from the vessel m/v Hondius have completed their medical checks and are scheduled to fly from Tenerife to Eindhoven on Sunday. The flight is expected to depart at 14:30 local time fol...
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Velsertraverse closed? How to get in and out of Velsen-Noord
The Velsertraverse road in Velsen-Noord will be closed for maintenance between May 15-18 and May 22-28. Drivers on the Wijkerstraatweg and N197 should expect disruptions and follow yellow road signs f...
53 homes on site of former Hema in Hoofddorp
The municipality of Hoofddorp plans to build 53 new homes on the site of the former HEMA and Hangar 20 in the town center. The local government intends to sign a development agreement with the firm Wo...
Overbos convincingly wins championship. Hoofddorp side promoted to fourth division
Trainer Jordi Schel successfully led Overbos to the fourth-class championship and promotion following a dominant 10-0 away victory against ZSGOWMS. The team established control early in the match, sco...
Police find 340,000 euros and weapons in Zutphen man's bedroom
Police in early May discovered 340,000 euros in cash, drugs, and a gas alarm pistol in the bedroom of a 23-year-old man from Zutphen. The investigation was initiated after the suspect was observed par...
Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of violating a temporary ceasefire that was scheduled for May 9 through May 11. The three-day truce had been established following a request from the United ...
Heemstede alderman runs with 'Banana Paul' in fight against litter
Primary school students in Heemstede organized a cleanup relay to collect litter and raise awareness about environmental waste. The initiative, proposed by the local children's municipal council, feat...
Air France-KLM name to disappear: unrest at the top over 'drastic step'
Air France-KLM CEO Ben Smith has reportedly decided to change the name of the aviation group following the expected addition of Scandinavian airline SAS. The decision has sparked significant internal ...
Yanaika Zomer on her first novel: 'I didn't want readers to think: it's logical she cheats, her husband is a dick'
Columnist Yanaika Zomer has released her debut novel, "Heremietdagen," which follows a protagonist navigating her mother's dementia and the sudden death of a secret lover. The book explores the comple...