Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Kleine Houtweg to become green cycle street, much to residents' dismay: 'It will be traffic chaos'
The Haarlem municipality plans to redevelop the Kleine Houtweg into a green bicycle street next year, incorporating new sewers and reduced car access. However, local residents are protesting the proje...
Second car fire on Bergerslaan in Beverwijk in ten days
A car caught fire on Bergerslaan in Beverwijk during the night between Saturday and Sunday. This incident marks the second vehicle fire to occur on the same street within a ten-day period.
No panic or unrest at Telstar in relegation battle, says defender Jeff Hardeveld: ‘We have confidence in ourselves’
Telstar defender Jeff Hardeveld expresses confidence as the team fights to avoid relegation and maintain its position in the Eredivisie. With two matches remaining, Hardeveld draws on his previous exp...
It sounds crazy, but it’s ‘hip’: running a marathon without training. ‘People are egging each other on, like: look how tough I am’
Running long distances like marathons without proper training has become a popular trend driven by social media influencers despite the physical risks. Experts are questioning the wisdom of this behav...
Majority of musicians cannot make a living from music: financial uncertainty makes artists less likely to buy a home
A recent study reveals that the majority of pop musicians in the Netherlands struggle financially, with nearly half earning less than 5,000 euros net annually from their music. This financial instabil...
Celine Cairo: ‘I worked hard for it, but I can make a living from my music’
Singer-songwriter Celine Cairo discusses her career as an independent artist, noting that she has successfully avoided record labels to retain her earnings. Known for her hit 'Hibernate,' the 35-year-...
Wietske and Ben form a band, but also work in construction and journalism: 'Musicians should take a stand against low rates'
Members of the band Jacht, who reside in Amsterdam and Haarlem, discuss the financial challenges of balancing their music careers with professional work in construction and journalism. They argue that...
'As a victim, you are left with your trauma even after the bruises fade', Edam photographer Leen Fleuriot raises awareness for violence against women
Edam-based photographer Leen Fleuriot is using analog photography to raise awareness about the lasting trauma of violence against women. Her project aims to highlight the psychological impact on victi...
How prolonged boredom can turn into intense stress: ‘You feel empty and aimless’
Psychologist Mirela Habibovic explains that a chronic lack of stimuli can lead to significant stress, leaving individuals feeling empty and aimless. She notes that the human body requires a certain le...
Wouter Klootwijk on what modern diners really want: ‘We still think for ourselves occasionally, but a lot is thought for us’
In his weekly column, Wouter Klootwijk discusses the expectations of modern restaurant guests and how the hospitality industry often makes choices for them. He specifically focuses on the role of mayo...
Milieudefensie figurehead wants to change Tata from within: is that possible?
Donald Pols, the director of Milieudefensie, is transitioning to a role at Tata Steel to attempt to reform the company's environmental practices from within. This career move has sparked a national de...
Follow the journey of drinking water with the Duin en Dorst podwalk: Waternet releases free interactive walk
Waternet has released a new interactive podwalk titled "Duin en Dorst," which guides walkers through the three-month journey of drinking water. The free audio tour provides educational insights into t...
Beverwijk admits: court lacked crucial info in Plantage case; 22 parking spaces must be compensated
The municipality of Beverwijk has acknowledged that crucial information regarding parking was missing during a court case about a new residential tower in the Plantage neighborhood. Documents obtained...
Germany and Canada deepen cooperation
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil discussed deepening bilateral cooperation between Germany and Canada during a conference in Toronto on Saturday. The meeting focused on exploring new ways for th...
US meets Qatari mediator in Miami over Iran
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and envoy Steve Witkoff met with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani in Miami on Saturday. The meeting focused on discussions regarding...
Koninklijke HFC soundly beaten at Katwijk, but Pieter Mulders not worried
Koninklijke HFC suffered a 4-0 defeat against Katwijk after holding the home team to a scoreless draw until halftime. Despite the loss, coach Pieter Mulders stated he is not worried about the team's p...
It feels strange to be finished before the play-offs, but Bloemendaal accepts it and ends with a dinner
Bloemendaal concluded their field hockey season with a 1-1 draw against Pinoké in the Amsterdamse Bos. While Pinoké has moved on to the play-offs, Bloemendaal's season came to an end, which the team...
Harry Styles fans volunteer in exchange for tickets
Approximately 200 Harry Styles fans are volunteering for the Salvation Army in Amsterdam in exchange for tickets to the singer's upcoming record-breaking concert series at the Johan Cruijff Arena. Thr...
What’s wrong? ‘After a long and caring life, we have had to say goodbye to...’
A reader has pointed out a common grammatical error in Dutch funeral notices where the phrasing incorrectly attributes a long life to the survivors instead of the deceased. This mistake often occurs d...
As one fake site is taken down, another for bankrupt Fonq pops up: ‘Everything must go’
Cybercriminals are launching multiple fraudulent websites mimicking the bankrupt home retailer Fonq to scam consumers with fake clearance sales. Despite police efforts to take down these sites, new on...