Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
William's therapy garden refurbished thanks to NH Helpt
Workers from Cordaan Landlust Leerwerkbedrijf renovated William Jansen's large therapy garden in Amsterdam following an appeal on NH Helpt. The team performed extensive maintenance, including pruning ...
Growing season off to a slow start due to persistent drought
The growing season in the Netherlands is starting at a disadvantage due to persistent drought conditions affecting farmers and gardeners. LTO Nederland reports that soil and groundwater levels have no...
Thousands evacuated in Tuscany due to wildfires
Approximately 3,500 people have been evacuated in the Italian region of Tuscany due to a large forest fire. The blaze is currently burning between the cities of Pisa and Lucca and is threatening a loc...
Dynamic electricity contract? Turn everything on this afternoon and the money will roll in
Electricity prices for consumers with dynamic energy contracts in the Netherlands will drop to a record low of -47 cents starting at 12:00 PM today. This negative pricing allows households to earn mon...
New in: these businesses opened in Amsterdam in April
Amsterdam saw the opening of several new hospitality and snack businesses throughout the month of April. These new establishments offer various options for those looking for fresh spots to visit in th...
Strand van Oranje festival should not return
A weekly poll invites readers to share their opinions on whether the festival 'Strand van Oranje' should be allowed to return. The article encourages public participation to gather community feedback ...
Conrad Shipyard is too special to be demolished after all
The article presents a weekly poll inviting readers to share their views on the potential demolition of the historic Werf Conrad site. It suggests that the location may be too significant to be torn d...
Minister pushes through fatbike plan: what are its chances? ‘Just prove the bike is the problem’
Dutch Minister Vincent Karremans is moving forward with a plan to introduce specific regulations for fatbikes, including a minimum age requirement and area-specific bans. Experts have expressed skepti...
9 cool photos of Bevrijdingspop through the years
The article showcases nine historical photographs of the Bevrijdingspop music festival, which is held annually in Haarlem. The event takes place every May 5th in the Haarlemmerhout park to celebrate f...
Amsterdam needs about six thousand new blood donors
The blood supply organization Sanquin has launched a campaign to recruit 6,000 new donors in the Amsterdam region to maintain essential stocks for surgeries and medical treatments. Nationally, the org...
Centuries-old battle against the water
The article highlights the popular cooperative board game Pandemic and its variant, Pandemic: Rising Tide. This version shifts the focus from fighting viruses to the historical struggle of water conta...
Musical about girl group Dolly Dots in Dutch theaters next year
A new Dutch musical about the girl group Dolly Dots is set to premiere in theaters next year, featuring lead roles played by Shanna Slaap, Juliëtte van Leeuwen, Pip Lucas, and Teuntje Post. Additiona...
Referendums in Amsterdam are more often a political tool than a popular vote
‘I prefer writing in the back of a covered wagon’: Author Tommy Wieringa on joining convoys to Ukraine
Author Tommy Wieringa will speak in Bloemendaal on May 9 about his experiences delivering defensive aid to Ukraine. He frequently participates in humanitarian convoys to the war-torn country and uses ...
Copper animals and botanical colors at Wendy’s home: ‘I can express my creativity in my interior’
Wendy Klaver showcases her classical, botanical-themed interior in her 1930s home located in Den Helder. Her decorating style, featuring copper animals and organic colors, has evolved from a few initi...
Family in disbelief over murder of Italian woman in Amsterdam: ‘Ilenia was a modest and shy woman’
The family of 45-year-old Ilenia Panzolini has confirmed her identity following a fatal incident in an Amsterdam residence two weeks ago. Panzolini, an Italian national working as a hotel cleaner, was...
Two Chinook helicopters deployed at ’t Harde wildfire
The Dutch Ministry of Defence has deployed two Chinook transport helicopters to help extinguish a wildfire on military grounds in 't Harde, Gelderland. The Defense Helicopter Command announced the dep...
Jett Rebel releases new music after three years and goes on tour
After a three-year hiatus, Dutch musician Jett Rebel has released a new single titled "Changes Coming 'Round The Bend." This release marks the start of more music coming this year and precedes an upco...
Israel deports detained Flotilla activists to Greece
Israel has dropped off dozens of activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla in Crete after intercepting their humanitarian aid mission to Gaza. While most were released on the Greek island, two individu...
