Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Cygnets born at Zuider Buiten Spaarne despite stone-throwing youths: 'Born safely'
A pair of swans named 'Jan' and 'Zwaan' successfully hatched their eggs at a nest along the Zuider Buiten Spaarne in Haarlem on Wednesday. The successful hatching occurred despite previous incidents w...
Prank calls after fatal Osdorp shooting subject of debate: Halsema seeks more powers against inflammatory online posts
Dutch use cars more often despite high fuel prices
Recent data from mobility consultancy Goudappel shows that Dutch residents are driving more frequently despite high fuel prices. While car usage has increased, many drivers are increasingly choosing t...
No more check-ins at municipal bike parking from June
Starting June 1, Amsterdam will eliminate the check-in requirement at municipal bicycle parking facilities, allowing cyclists to park for free for up to seven days. The initiative aims to reduce stree...
Two more World Cups of Panini stickers before competitor takes over
Italian company Panini will produce official football stickers and cards for only two more World Cups before its 60-year partnership with FIFA ends. Starting in 2031, the American company Topps will t...
Sometimes Danielle Kliwon wants to strangle him, sometimes she wants to hug him: Ajax's ten-sided die
The article explores the inconsistent performances of Ajax player Anton Gaaei, comparing his impact on the pitch to a ten-sided die that evokes mixed emotions. Despite his unpredictable nature, the au...
Reconstruction of fatal stabbing in Den Hoorn
A crime scene reconstruction will be conducted in Den Hoorn to investigate the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Giannini from Delft, which occurred on January 22. The decision was announced during a prel...
Over fifty shows at Jazz in the Red Light District
The 13th edition of the Red Light Jazz Festival will take place in Amsterdam's city center from June 5 to 7. The event features over fifty performances by national and international artists across var...
Halsema not in favor of physical security for National Monument after vandalism
It didn't work out at Rayo Vallecano and Telstar, but Ties Kramer (20) hasn't given up on his football dream yet
Twenty-year-old defender Ties Kramer is joining amateur club ADO’20 next season after previous spells with Rayo Vallecano, Roda JC, and Telstar. He aims to use the move to the amateur ranks as a ste...
Peter Gillis sentenced to prison for tax fraud and community service for assaulting ex
Dutch real estate entrepreneur Peter Gillis has been sentenced by a court in Den Bosch to 18 months in prison, with six months suspended, for tax fraud. Additionally, Gillis received 60 hours of commu...
How does the mayor deal with the arrest of rooted children? Council remains dissatisfied with Wienen's asylum policy
The Haarlem city council majority has requested further dialogue with Mayor Jos Wienen regarding the deportation of long-term resident children. Despite the mayor's claim that he is not informed of su...
Business owner in Waarderpolder? Complete the survey
Entrepreneurs in the Waarderpolder are invited to complete a short noise production survey between May 7 and June 18, 2026, to update administrative records. The initiative aims to reconcile actual no...
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Cruise line: People on board Hondius ‘very united’
The situation aboard the Dutch cruise ship Hondius is reported as calm and cohesive, with no passengers currently exhibiting hantavirus symptoms. A spokesperson for Oceanwide Expeditions stated that w...
LUMC: Care for person from ship Hondius proceeding according to plan
The Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) is providing care for a passenger from the cruise ship Hondius, reporting that the treatment is proceeding according to plan. The hospital has implemented a...
Christina Curry calls stories about Patricia Paay's health 'outrageous'
Christina Curry has criticized media reports concerning her mother Patricia Paay's health as "outrageous" following claims that it was deteriorating. Curry expressed her frustration with the coverage ...
Singapore tests two from ship Hondius for hantavirus
Singapore is testing two crew members from the cruise ship Hondius for hantavirus as a precautionary measure. One individual reports a runny nose while the other shows no symptoms, and both remain in ...
Parool reporters win prestigious De Tegel journalism awards
Third edition of IJmond Liberation Day is exactly as it should be. 'I dreamed it would pour with rain'
The third edition of the Bevrijdingsdag IJmond festival was a major success, with organizers reporting favorable weather throughout the day. Despite initial fears of heavy rain, the sun emerged at 11 ...