Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Urgent camera surveillance for four streets in Weesp over public order fears
The deputy mayor has ordered urgent month-long camera surveillance across four streets in Weesp due to concerns over potential public order disturbances. While the specific cause for the measure has n...
Multiple roads near 't Harde closed due to Veluwe wildfire
A large wildfire at the 't Harde military training area on Wednesday afternoon has caused the closure of several roads, including the A28 highway between Harderwijk and Wezep. Local provincial roads N...
Cleaner sick or on vacation? Continued pay is legally required but almost never happens
A study by Utrecht University shows that 90% of Dutch households fail to pay their domestic cleaners during illness, and 70% do not pay during vacations. Despite legal requirements for continued wage ...
Multi-million dollar stunt: how Lego brought four global stars together in one commercial
From getting your first drink to where you can find toilets and more: here is the map for Bevrijdingspop 2026 in Haarlem
A map has been released for the 2026 Bevrijdingspop festival in Haarlem to help visitors navigate the event grounds. The map highlights the locations of the main stage, children's festival, token sale...
Wildfire in forest near Den Ham in Overijssel
A large wildfire has broken out in a forest near Den Ham in the province of Overijssel. The Twente Fire Department has upgraded the emergency response to ensure sufficient personnel and equipment are ...
Tupac's stepbrother sues murder suspect, alleges larger conspiracy
The stepbrother of Tupac Shakur has filed a civil lawsuit against murder suspect Duane Keith Davis and others allegedly involved in the rapper's 1996 death. The lawsuit claims that recent developments...
Nearly 2,200 households in Amsterdam-Noord hit by power outage
Approximately 2,180 households in Amsterdam-Noord were left without power on Tuesday afternoon after a cable was damaged during excavation work. Grid operator Liander reported that the outage affected...
Families of Canada shooting victims sue OpenAI
Family members of victims from a February shooting in Canada have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT. The lawsuit alleges that the company's software identified the shooter as a th...
Haroon Ali: They're doing it for the children, really
Haroon Ali discusses how some individuals in the Netherlands are taking extreme actions under the pretense of protecting children's safety. The piece examines the justification of these measures and t...
Mali rebel group sees regime falling 'sooner or later'
A spokesperson for the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) has stated that the Malian regime will eventually fall. The separatist group is also calling for the immediate withdrawal of Russian forces current...
Jeroen Bleekemolen and Max Verstappen in 161-car field for Nürburgring 24 Hours
Dutch racing drivers Jeroen Bleekemolen and Max Verstappen are set to compete in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring, which features its largest field since 2014 with 161 cars. The event, held at the iconic ...
Katwijk fishing industry in distress, affecting IJmuiden; South Holland province steps in
High fuel prices are putting significant pressure on the fishing industry in Katwijk and Scheveningen, forcing many vessels to remain docked. This economic strain also affects the port of IJmuiden, wh...
OPEC loses key member, benefiting gas prices
The United Arab Emirates has announced its withdrawal from OPEC, representing a significant blow to the oil cartel. This decision is expected to have international implications and may lead to lower g...
Will a European cobra ban finally happen? New EU firework rules in the works
The European Commission is developing new firework regulations aimed at restricting the trade of powerful explosives like 'cobras' often used in criminal attacks. This follows pressure from the Nether...
Dick Maas and Studio 100 to create Flodder musical
Dick Maas and Studio 100 are collaborating to adapt the iconic Flodder family into a musical production. The show is set to premiere in September next year at the Midden Nederland Hallen in Barneveld.
Marco Borsato hospitalized for five days after cycling accident
Dutch singer Marco Borsato was hospitalized for five days following a bicycle accident that occurred two weeks ago. He is currently recovering at home, though his full rehabilitation is expected to ta...
Hike ends early for two Haarlem residents due to wildfire
Two residents of Haarlem were forced to cut their hike on the Veluwe short after being warned of a large wildfire near Vierhouten. The hikers chose to evacuate the forest as a precaution before later ...
Wildfire in wooded area near Tilburg
A wildfire has broken out in a forest area southwest of Tilburg, near the north side of the A58 motorway. The fire is specifically located along the De Siptenpad.
London police treat Golders Green stabbing as attempted murder
A man suspected of attempted murder was arrested after stabbing bystanders in London's Golders Green neighborhood on Wednesday. Two victims were hospitalized in serious but stable condition, and the a...