Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Conductor boards train hyper-alert after assault and threats: ‘I consider our high salary as hazard pay’
Jesse, a 31-year-old train conductor, reports facing aggression and threats on a nearly daily basis while working on trains and platforms. Despite the frequency of these incidents, he emphasizes that ...
Wouter Klootwijk surprised by multi-buy discounts on cookies
Wouter Klootwijk reports on a customer who purchased forty-four luxury cookies to ensure she is prepared for any type of guest, from unexpected visitors to high-status ones. The story highlights the p...
Can’t we teach navigation systems to pronounce place names correctly?
The article discusses the need for navigation systems to improve their pronunciation of place names. It also points out humorous typographical errors often found in newspapers, such as substituting 'c...
Bevrijdingspop to center on war and freedom in 2026: 'The new generation feels deeply about what is happening in the world'
The Haarlem festival Bevrijdingspop is shifting its focus to emphasize the importance of peace, security, and freedom in its upcoming edition. While still featuring popular music acts like S10 and Ban...
Neighborhood pools at risk: Survival of public pools depends on volunteers. 'You have to know how to play the game'
Public swimming pools are facing an increasing threat of closure despite their vital role in providing swimming lessons and community recreation. As more facilities shut down without replacement, the ...
Setup for IJmond Liberation Day begins in Westerhout Park. 'Be kind to each other'
Preparations for the Bevrijdingsdag IJmond festival have begun in Park Westerhout ahead of the celebrations on May 5th. The free event will feature music, a silent disco, children's activities, and va...
Shirley and Cas want to bring residents closer together with Castricum Verbindt: ‘It starts with something small’
Shirley and her 14-year-old son, Cas, have launched 'Castricum Verbindt,' an initiative designed to foster local connections within the municipality of Castricum. The project aims to make it easier fo...
Explainer | Bram Krikke breaks curse in Wie is de Mol?: 'I was sick about it'
Roelof van der Kooi (59) has organized the May 4 Silent March for 30 years: ‘What would the city look like if Jewish Amsterdammers were still here?’
Large fire in the center of Hoogeveen
A large fire broke out in the center of Hoogeveen on Saturday night after a car fire spread to a nearby house on Jonkheer de Jongestraat. Local authorities from the Drenthe safety region reported that...
Trump: new airstrikes on Iran possible
US President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that the United States might resume airstrikes against Iran. He made these remarks in response to a journalist's question while in West Palm Beach.
Jordan carries out airstrikes in Syria against drug trafficking
The Jordanian military conducted airstrikes in southern Syria's Sweida province targeting weapon and drug trafficking facilities. These operations were described by Jordan as a deterrence effort again...
Summary: VOC prevails in thrilling semi-final against VZV
Amsterdam-based handball team VOC secured a place in the national title final after a thrilling 28-27 comeback victory against VZV in the semi-final return match. Despite trailing by four points late ...
Ajax's Gaaei puts on a brave face: "I would rather have beaten PSV"
Ajax secured a 2-2 draw against PSV thanks to a late stoppage-time goal by Mika Godts, following an earlier strike by Anton Gaaei. Despite his goal, Gaaei expressed disappointment that the team could ...
Video | Hidden stress symptoms on The Mole: Swollen eye went unnoticed
Interview with the Mole: 'Lying becomes harder and harder when you make good friends'
The undercover saboteur from the 2026 season of the Dutch reality show 'Wie is de Mol?' discussed the emotional challenges of deceiving fellow contestants while forming close personal bonds. Following...
Telstar earns impressive point at NEC after wild night of storms and a bicycle kick
Telstar secured a 1-1 draw in a challenging away match against NEC. The game was marked by a thunderstorm and a disallowed bicycle kick goal.
Mother's Day gifts
The article offers gift suggestions for the upcoming Mother's Day, which is just one week away. It provides inspiration for finding the perfect present to show appreciation for mothers and partners.
Thunderstorms cause local disruption
Severe thunderstorms moved into the Netherlands from the south on Saturday evening, causing localized disruptions across the country. One notable incident occurred in Nijmegen, where a football match ...
Illegal rave in France attracts tens of thousands of partygoers
An illegal rave on a military site in Southern France has attracted approximately 40,000 attendees. Authorities issued warnings about the potential danger of unexploded World War II ammunition present...