Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Are cruise ships floating hotbeds of disease for the elderly? Virologist Ab Osterhaus: ‘Everyone off to bingo’
Three passengers died and several others fell seriously ill aboard the Dutch cruise ship Hondius, likely due to a rare hantavirus infection. The incident has renewed concerns regarding the spread of i...
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Suspect thinks community service in the forest sounds fun; Judge: ‘Punishment is not meant to be fun’
A suspect appeared in court for driving with a fake license in Muiden and expressed interest in performing his community service in a forest. The judge reminded the defendant that punishment is not in...
Citizens stuck due to lack of DigiD alternative
Dutch citizens seeking to stop using the DigiD login system due to government contract extensions with cloud provider Solvinity face a lack of alternatives. Currently, no other system exists for acces...
Smart invention: coreless toilet rolls can save up to 3 billion tubes
A new coreless toilet roll invention aims to eliminate the need for cardboard tubes in bathrooms. This development could potentially save up to 3 billion cardboard cores annually in the Netherlands th...
Iran reports civilian deaths in US attacks on boats
Iranian state media reports that five civilians were killed when the United States attacked two small boats in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident allegedly occurred during U.S. military operations in ...
Deaths in China fireworks factory explosion
An explosion at a fireworks factory in the Chinese city of Changsha has killed 21 people and injured more than 60 others. The blast occurred at a production facility within the city.
IAEA: Damage to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant after drone attack
Experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have confirmed that measuring equipment at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant was damaged following a drone attack. The agency reported the...
Twelve workers trapped after explosion in Colombian mine
Twelve miners have become trapped following an explosion at a mine in Central Colombia. Local authorities believe the blast was likely caused by a buildup of gases, which is a frequent occurrence in t...
Amnesty: massive human rights violations by Congolese rebels
Amnesty International reports that rebels from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) are committing mass human rights violations in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. According to the organization...
British artist fills Oude Kerk with construction debris – a powerful symbol of Amsterdam under construction
NOS presenter Simone Weimans' bucket list: ‘In North you’ll find a secret mini-oasis’
Tonny (27) and Ivorey (24) filmed their first date: ‘I never expected this kind of love existed’
Amsterdam business owners struggle with nuisance from drug users: ‘It feels powerless, so little can be done’
Mayors warn of echoes of intolerance
Several mayors expressed concern over rising extremism in society and politics during local Remembrance Day ceremonies on Monday evening. They warned that current social tensions reflect growing intol...
Pulitzer Prizes for coverage of Trump policies
The Pulitzer Prizes were awarded in New York on Monday, with several honors going to reports regarding President Donald Trump's policies. During the announcement, the organizing committee expressed co...
Most Remembrance Day protesters released
Nine protesters, including activist Frank van der Linde, have been released after being arrested during the Remembrance Day ceremony on Dam Square in Amsterdam. Three other individuals remain in custo...
WWII veterans (103 and 105) light liberation flame in Wageningen
Mayor Floor Vermeulen and two World War II veterans, aged 103 and 105, lit the National Liberation Fire in Wageningen to mark the start of May 5th freedom celebrations. The ceremony took place at Hote...
Injuries and arrests after violence in Den Helder
Two people were hospitalized following one or more stabbings in Den Helder on Monday evening. Police have arrested three suspects, one of whom is also among the injured, while the investigation into t...
Rebel Wilson and wife welcome second child: 'Incredibly grateful'
Actress Rebel Wilson and her wife Ramona Agruma have announced the birth of their second child, a daughter named Rose Estelle. The couple shared the news on Instagram, expressing that they are incredi...