Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
From military vehicles to an obstacle course: this is happening Sunday at the Grote Markt
On Sunday, May 10, Haarlem's Grote Markt will host Veteran's Day celebrations featuring military vehicles and an assault course for children. The event focuses on sharing stories and allows children t...
Jansweg tenants unhappy with faulty heating and lack of hot water: 'We test in the kitchen to see if we have hot water to shower'
Tenants of an apartment complex on Jansweg in Haarlem are expressing dissatisfaction with housing association Pré Wonen over persistent heating and hot water issues. The malfunctioning block he...
Son of Norwegian Crown Princess to remain in pre-trial detention
An Oslo court has rejected a request from Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit, to be released from prison and serve his pretrial detention under house arrest with an an...
How evacuated hantavirus patients are safely transported from Schiphol to the hospital
Two patients infected with the hantavirus are being evacuated from a cruise ship near Cape Verde to Schiphol Airport under strict isolation protocols. They will be transported in specialized vehicles ...
Birds in Rijksmuseum garden trapped in nets meant to keep them away
Guided tour of Old Velsen on Sunday, May 10
A local resident will lead a guided tour through the historic village of Old Velsen on Sunday, May 10th. The tour will focus on the history and architecture of the area's 17th and 18th-century houses.
Petting zoo ’t Molentje celebrates 75th anniversary: ‘All animals living with us are allowed to grow old here’
Kinderboerderij ’t Molentje, the oldest petting zoo in the Netherlands, is celebrating its 75th anniversary this Sunday with various festivities. Located in the Groenendaalse Bos, the farm was offic...
WHO: Hantavirus on cruise ship does not resemble start of COVID pandemic
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated that the deadly hantavirus outbreak on the cruise ship Hondius does not resemble the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. He addressed these concerns ...
French aircraft carrier prepares to assist in Strait of Hormuz
The French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle and supporting warships are sailing towards the Strait of Hormuz to assist with clearing operations. According to the Ministry of Defence, the fleet will ...
Thailand to crack down on unruly tourists
The Thai government is tightening oversight of tourist behavior to ensure it aligns with local cultural values. New measures include increased inspections at bars and clubs, with potential prosecution...
Four arrested for millions in COVID support fraud
The Netherlands Labour Inspectorate arrested four individuals from The Hague for allegedly defrauding the government of 8 million euros in COVID-19 relief funds. These funds were originally intended t...
Freedom Ambassadors flew across the country like wannabe Tom Cruises, but Sef made a much bigger impression with a single screenshot
Prosecutors seek four years for former court employee for selling information
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a four-year prison sentence for a former Amsterdam District Court employee accused of selling confidential information to criminal contacts to fund a ...
How often is the Velsen municipality phone line really down? VVD Velsen demands clarity
The municipality of Velsen has been experiencing recurring telephone outages for several months, making it difficult for residents to reach local officials. In response to these persistent technical i...
Suspect in youth violence case remains in custody longer
A 19-year-old suspect from Vlaardingen will remain in pre-trial detention following a decision by the court in Alkmaar. He is accused of involvement in the kidnapping, hostage-taking, and assault of a...
Trump: bombings will begin if Iran does not agree
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to launch a bombing campaign against Iran if the country refuses to comply with American demands. Trump issued the warning on his Truth Social platform, stat...
'I heard about a family who took their daughter on a diet vacation': adult sisters crave mother's approval
Court blocks farmers from spreading more manure in areas with polluted ditches
A Dutch judge ruled on Wednesday that farmers are not permitted to increase the amount of manure spread in areas with high nitrogen levels. The decision aims to address poor water quality in these reg...
No trains at station Zuid for five days next week, limited access to A4 and A10 South
