Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Why birds fly into windows and how to prevent it: ‘It is almost always fatal’
Timo Roeke from Vogelbescherming Nederland explains why birds frequently collide with glass windows and provides advice on how to prevent these often-fatal accidents. The guidance aims to help homeown...
Ukrainian military leadership sets time limit on front-line deployment
Ukrainian General Oleksandr Syrsky has ordered a two-month limit on the consecutive deployment of front-line soldiers in the war against Russia. This measure is intended to address welfare concerns fo...
Woman caught at Thai airport with 30 turtles under her clothes
A 19-year-old Taiwanese woman was arrested at a Thai airport for attempting to smuggle 30 turtles under her clothing on a flight to Taiwan. Authorities discovered the animals taped to her body in clot...
Government abandons wage freeze in new pay offer to civil servants
The Dutch government has issued a new collective labor agreement offer to civil servants, abandoning a controversial wage freeze that led to months of strikes. This updated proposal aims to address un...
Zelensky wants to hear from US what Russia wants with temporary ceasefire
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking clarification from the United States regarding a Russian proposal for a temporary ceasefire. This follows a conversation between U.S. President Donald...
More and more children unable to cycle: ‘Taking road safety test unsafe for some’
Traffic organizations in the Netherlands are warning about a significant decline in cycling proficiency among children. Experts state that some children's skills have become so poor that it is no long...
TV puppet Karbonkel free of larvae after treatment: 'End of pests'
Karbonkel, the iconic puppet from the Dutch television series Ik Mik Loreland, has undergone professional pest treatment to remove larvae from its stuffing. The infestation had begun damaging the pupp...
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UK to invest extra £25 million in Jewish community security
The British government has announced an additional 25 million pounds in funding to enhance the security of the Jewish community. This decision follows a recent stabbing incident in London where two Je...
Holiday pay is coming: one group of workers to receive hundreds of euros extra
Dutch employees will receive their annual holiday pay at the end of May, with part-time and minimum wage workers set to see a significant increase. According to calculations by HR service provider ADP...
Summit to move away from oil and gas has one key outcome: the summit itself
The first international summit for countries aiming to phase out fossil fuels concluded with a positive atmosphere but without any concrete new plans. Organizers highlighted that the event's most sign...
Belgium wants to take over 7 nuclear reactors from energy company Engie
The Belgian government is negotiating with French company Engie to take full ownership of seven nuclear reactors located in Doel and Tihange. Prime Minister Bart De Wever announced the move, which aim...
Casper the Friendly Ghost series in the works at Disney+
Disney+ is developing a new live-action series featuring the character Casper the Friendly Ghost. Director Steven Spielberg, who was previously involved in a Casper film, will serve as an executive pr...
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Annemarie van Haeringen: "It was certain I would become an illustrator"
Renowned children's book artist and author Annemarie van Haeringen has been featured as an icon of North Holland, highlighting her prolific and award-winning career. Born in Haarlem, she is known for ...
Paul Reinders from Driehuis gives WWII tours in the dunes: I was amazed by the scale of all those bunkers
Paul Reinders, a volunteer ranger and museum worker from Driehuis, leads guided tours in the coastal dunes to highlight the history of World War II bunkers. Inspired by his parents' stories, Reinders ...
Heritage of the Week | Wartime history in the soil of Zeeburgereiland
Archaeologists have discovered the remains of an early 20th-century military shooting range on Zeeburgereiland. The investigation into these findings provides insight into the area's historical milita...
Shorts or umbrella? This is the Haarlem weather forecast for May
Meteorologist Berend van Straaten from weeronline.nl provides the weather outlook for Haarlem for the month of May. The forecast helps residents determine whether to expect warm sunshine or rainy cond...
Firefighters battle 't Harde fire from distance due to ammunition
Firefighters are battling an uncontrolled fire at a military training ground in 't Harde while restricted to paths due to the risk of exploding ammunition. Only armored military vehicles are permitted...
Economic growth disappoints due to uncertainty: 'Just short of stagnation'
The Dutch economy grew by only 0.1 percent in the first quarter of the year, narrowly avoiding stagnation according to figures from CBS. This lower-than-expected growth rate is attributed to ongoing e...