Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.

Telstar keeper Ronald Koeman slams NAC injunction: ‘Scandalous they want to do it this way’
Telstar goalkeeper Ronald Koeman has condemned NAC Breda's legal challenge to replay a match against Go Ahead Eagles, as the outcome could still impact Telstar’s relegation status. Despite Telstar r...

Rubio to Vatican after Trump-Pope clash
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Italy and Vatican City next week to repair diplomatic relations following recent insults by President Donald Trump toward the Pope. The trip aims to ad...
Starring role for softball international Maxime van Dalen in Sparks Haarlem doubleheader sweep: 'I haven't had many of those in my career'
Softball player Maxime van Dalen hit three home runs, including a grand slam, to lead Sparks Haarlem to two victories over Onze Gezellen on Saturday. Following these wins, the team has taken the lead ...
Floral splendor at Hortus Bulborum only visible for a short time longer: 'Visitors from all over the world come for the Rembrandt tulip'
The Hortus Bulborum in Lisse is currently showcasing its extensive collection of 2,700 flower varieties, including the rare Rembrandt tulip which attracts visitors from across the globe. As the season...

Haarlem baseball players have little to fear from Hoofddorp. 'Great to take home two points'
The Dutch baseball major league has started its season with a new format featuring seven teams and a modified game schedule. Kinheim coach Milan Lammerts noted the adjustment to the new structure as t...
Dancing in the sun? This is the weather forecast for Liberation Day in Haarlem
Meteorologist Floris Lafeber provides the weather outlook for Liberation Day on May 5, 2026, in Haarlem. The forecast explores whether attendees can expect sunny conditions or rain while celebrating t...

What the lords and ladies of Haarlem's Huis ter Kleef ate
Archaeologists and heritage specialists are investigating the ruins of Huis ter Kleef in Haarlem to understand the lives and diets of its 15th-century noble inhabitants. By analyzing food remains foun...
Looking back at King's Day, inspiring Amsterdammers and much more
This article recaps King's Day festivities in Amsterdam and profiles local residents, such as a former BMX athlete who has released a cookbook. It also previews various events scheduled to take place ...

Annemieke Schollaardt back at work after severe appendicitis
Annemieke Schollaardt has returned to her program on NPO Radio 2 following a two-and-a-half-week absence. The radio host was forced to take time off due to a severe case of appendicitis.

The Greenhouse | Time to give this American bear a Dutch passport
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses the increasing risk of wildfires in the Netherlands following recent events. He advocates for the development of a "fire culture" to improve national preparedne...

French brewer must stop 'John Lemon' beer after Yoko Ono complaint
A French brewer from Brittany has been forced to stop selling his craft beer named "John Lemon" after a complaint from Yoko Ono. John Lennon's widow objected to the pun, leading to the product being p...

Israel orders evacuation of eleven villages in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has issued evacuation orders for eleven villages in southern Lebanon, instructing all residents to leave immediately. The IDF stated that the move is necessary as it conducts stri...

You can visit Cindy for coffee every day: ‘Mr. Espresso comes by every day and always sits at the long table’
Cindy Ruitenberg operates The Harbour coffee house on the Halkade in IJmuiden, offering daily coffee and fresh homemade apple pie. The establishment has become a local gathering spot, frequently visit...

From empty bank accounts to court blockades: how to prevent financial ruin with dementia
Approximately 75 percent of people with dementia in the Netherlands live at home, where financial and administrative management can become difficult as the condition progresses. Family members often f...
'Castle lord' René (79) finds his greatest love at Twickel
At the age of 79, René Cornelisse moved to Delden to be with his male partner following a previous marriage to a woman. He has since become a well-known figure at Twickel Castle, where his signature ...

Pet shop gets major chain next door: "I'm shocked"
Kirsten de Kloet, owner of the 65-year-old pet store 't Dierenhoekje in Amsterdam, is shocked that the large chain Pets Place is opening a new branch right next door. While regular customers express t...

Max Verstappen himself surprised by second place in Miami qualifying
Max Verstappen secured a surprising second place in the qualifying session for the Miami Grand Prix. The four-time world champion admitted he did not expect to achieve such a high starting position fo...

Taxi hits traffic light after collision with car in Beverwijk
A taxi and a car collided at the intersection of Plesmanweg and Alkmaarseweg in Beverwijk on Saturday night. One person was injured and treated at the scene by paramedics after the taxi crashed into a...

Donors stop paying as invoices increasingly end up in spam: what should you do?
Important emails, such as bills and donation requests, are increasingly being diverted to spam folders by automated filters. Because many users rarely check their junk mail, this trend often results i...