Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Wildfire risk in several regions adjusted after rainfall
Several safety regions in the Netherlands have lowered the wildfire warning level following recent rainfall. This adjustment indicates a reduced risk of fire in natural areas across various parts of t...
Dutch cruise ship Hondius to dock in Tenerife
The Dutch cruise ship Hondius, which has confirmed cases of hantavirus on board, is scheduled to dock in Tenerife according to the Spanish Ministry of Health. The president of the Canary Islands has e...
Review: the new crime series Rippers is a weak imitation of Mocro Maffia
Paracetamol for 4.75 euros in Berlin, 64 cents in Amsterdam: why do Germans pay so much more?
Medicines in Germany, such as paracetamol and cancer treatments, are up to 76 percent more expensive than in the Netherlands. The article examines the reasons behind this significant price disparity a...
'Budget shopping is booming' and Jeltje shows women how to look stylish on a budget
As the cost of living continues to rise, budget shopping has become a growing trend with many women seeking practical fashion advice on social media. Influencer Jeltje addresses this need by providing...
Philips sells more healthcare equipment and benefits from Hormuz blockade
Philips reported an increase in sales of hospital equipment, such as scanners and remote care systems, during the first months of the year. This growth is partly attributed to supply chain disruptions...
With ‘The Fortress’, Dutch artist Dries Verhoeven shows geopolitical pain at the Venice Biennale
LUMC prepares for possible arrival of cruise ship patient
The Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) is preparing for the possible arrival of at least one patient from the cruise ship MV Hondius. A hospital spokesperson confirmed that the facility is availa...
Heavy smoke at apartment fire in Haarlem
A fire broke out in an apartment building on Andorrastraat in Haarlem on Wednesday morning, producing significant amounts of smoke. Emergency services are at the scene, and it is currently unclear if ...
Unions: major fears of cuts at KLM
Unions at KLM have expressed significant concern regarding potential reorganizations and interventions as the airline begins developing a new strategic plan for the period after 2030. The workforce fe...
Vets and inspectors see more severe pet neglect
The Netherlands' National Animal Welfare Inspection (LID) reports a significant increase in the severity of pet neglect cases involving dogs and cats in 2025. This marks the third consecutive year tha...
Consumers spend more, especially on durable goods
Dutch consumer spending increased by 0.9% in March compared to the previous year, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). This growth follows consecutive declines in January and February, signaling...
Kyiv: Russia violated ceasefire
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha announced that Russia has violated an open-ended ceasefire that was set to begin on Wednesday. The truce had been unilaterally declared by Ukraine, but Kyiv re...
Pyongyang no longer refers to one Korea in new constitution
North Korea has amended its constitution to remove references to a unified Korea and no longer describes its territory as the northern half of the peninsula. The changes officially recognize the borde...
South Africa: 2 hantavirus cases caused by Andes variant
Two crew members of the cruise ship Hondius in South Africa have tested positive for the Andes variant of the hantavirus. Health officials noted that this specific strain is significant because it can...
Exhibition A Travelogue for the Eye opens in Haarlem
The exhibition 'A Travelogue for the Eye' by Frank Visser and Mirjam Bleeker is scheduled to open at Kunst Centrum Haarlem on Friday, May 22. The show features a collection of works presented by the t...
Netherlands heading for stagflation horror scenario: 'Costs us purchasing power and jobs'
Experts warn that the Netherlands and Europe are heading toward a period of stagflation, characterized by a stagnant economy and rising prices. This economic scenario could result in a significant los...
What is a good life in Castricum? Douwe and Sanne talk to citizens. 'Politics doesn't solve problems and should listen much more to residents'
Founders of 'Dialoog weet raad' are presenting a collection of insights from citizen dialogues to the Castricum city council to encourage more public involvement in policy-making. They argue that list...
Tuberculosis on the rise in the Netherlands, cases at a ten-year high: what we can do about it
Tuberculosis cases in the Netherlands have reached their highest level in ten years, according to health officials from GGD Regio Utrecht. Director Marc Sprenger is raising awareness about the resurge...
