Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Police raid home in Beverwijk, seize vehicles
Police conducted a raid on a house in Beverwijk early Monday morning, deploying officers in bulletproof vests and seizing several vehicles. The operation took place on Peelstraat around 6:00 AM, thoug...
Pimped cars thrill men: 'This hall is full of the Messis of the car world'
The Expo center in Vijfhuizen is hosting an exhibition featuring a wide variety of unique, modified cars described as 'works of art on wheels.' Enthusiasts and families are visiting to admire and phot...
Hospitality businesses and retailers see revenue rise in first quarter
The Dutch hospitality sector experienced a 2.2 percent turnover increase in the first quarter, marking its twentieth consecutive quarter of growth. Additionally, retail turnover in April saw an increa...
Thousands of travelers hit by Transavia cancellations: 'Receive maximum 400 euros compensation'
Transavia cancelled numerous flights last week due to operational issues and aircraft unavailability, affecting thousands of travelers. Impacted passengers are eligible for a maximum compensation of 4...
KLM receives €1 billion from Schiphol for real estate: path cleared for new terminal
KLM and Schiphol have finalized a deal worth nearly 1 billion euros for the airline's real estate, including the demolition of an old cargo building. This agreement clears the way for the construction...
France intercepts another ship from Russia
The French navy intercepted a Russian tanker under international sanctions in the Atlantic Ocean's international waters. President Emmanuel Macron stated that the United Kingdom assisted in the operat...
All beds in TBS clinics occupied despite lower intake
Despite a decline in new patient intake from 164 to 118 last year, all beds in Dutch TBS clinics remain fully occupied. According to the latest annual report from TBS Nederland, the system continues t...
Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (June 1 - June 8)
Several roadworks and partial closures are scheduled in Haarlem from June 1 to June 8. Affected areas include the Gedempte Oude Gracht and Oostvest, impacting traffic in the city center and surroundin...
Keti Koti month starts today: here's what's happening
Keti Koti month begins today in Amsterdam with a series of cultural events, lectures, and commemorative activities leading up to the official holiday on July 1st. The program includes a memorial walk,...
HBO confirms hit series Euphoria to end after three seasons
HBO has confirmed that the hit series Euphoria will conclude after its third season. This announcement follows months of speculation about the show's future, as reported by Variety.
Car largely destroyed by fire in Heemstede
A car was severely damaged by a fire on the W. Denijslaan in Heemstede during the early hours of Monday morning. The incident occurred around 2:45 AM, resulting in the vehicle being largely destroyed.
Explosion at home in Hoofddorp, front door damaged
An explosion occurred at a residence on Graan voor Visch in Hoofddorp on Sunday evening around 11:00 PM. The blast caused damage to the home's front door, but no injuries were reported.
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TikTok Shop rivals Saturn and Douglas in Germany, shopping feature coming to Netherlands
TikTok Shop is scheduled to launch in the Netherlands on June 15, allowing users to purchase products directly through the app. The expansion follows its introduction in Germany, though the platform f...
Police seek extra powers to tackle rioters at Telstar stadium and a ban on shisha lounges
Police are seeking expanded powers to deal with rioters at the Telstar stadium, including the authority to remove opposing supporters from the municipality. These measures are intended to facilitate f...
North Holland Traffic: Delays on the A7 and A9 during Monday morning rush hour, June 1
Traffic congestion caused delays on the A7 near Avenhorn and the A9 in North Holland during the morning rush hour on Monday, June 1. The delays were primarily attributed to high volumes of traffic acr...
Jada Borsato thanks everyone for 'sweet messages' after Ibiza car accident
Jada Borsato expressed gratitude on Instagram for the supportive messages she received following a car accident in Ibiza involving her and her mother, Leontine Ruiters. This marks her first public sta...
Printer: Curaçao causes striking surge in flag orders this World Cup
Printing company Drukbedrijf reports that orders for Curaçao flags have increased tenfold since the country qualified for the World Cup. This surge in demand marks a significant peak in sales for the...
US launches new strikes on Iran after drone shot down
The United States military conducted airstrikes against Iranian targets, including radars and command centers near the Strait of Hormuz, over the weekend. These operations targeted facilities used for...
Why am I always losing everything? Not every disorganized person has ADHD
This article explores why some people are chronically disorganized, such as forgetting items or missing appointments, and notes that this behavior isn't always linked to ADHD. It examines the origins ...