Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Tens of thousands in Haarlem drink too much according to new alcohol guidelines
According to the 2024 Gezondheidsmonitor, nearly 110,000 adults in Haarlem consume alcohol in amounts that exceed the Health Council's updated, stricter recommendations. Conversely, approximately 25,0...
Jordi Cruyff leaves his mark at Ajax: Van Gaal is the latest key figure to depart
Slot alone is not enough: Rafael van der Vaart considers who should succeed Ronald Koeman
Rafael van der Vaart has expressed his views on the future of the Dutch national football team following the potential departure of manager Ronald Koeman. The former player suggests that the KNVB shou...
Warning if stalker with ankle monitor gets too close to victim: Amsterdam tests GPS device
Gary Glitter charged with sex offenses from four decades ago
British pop star Gary Glitter has been charged by the UK Public Prosecution Service with historical sexual offenses. The allegations include unlawful intercourse with a girl under thirteen and three c...
Deaths reported in Damascus explosion
A bomb explosion in the Syrian capital of Damascus has resulted in at least five deaths and sixteen injuries. Syrian authorities have confirmed the casualties following the attack.
What a missed opportunity for the narrow-minded city council during the World Cup
Nu.nl editor suddenly sees themselves on TikTok in fake AI-generated video
One-hour delay on A4 due to broken-down truck
A broken-down truck on the A4 near the De Hoek junction has caused significant traffic congestion, resulting in delays of over an hour. Although one lane remains closed, authorities report that the tr...
Cabinet to ban temporary workers in meat sector
The Dutch government plans to implement a ban on the use of temporary agency workers in the meat processing industry starting in mid-2028. This measure aims to address and eliminate labor abuses and t...
IJmuiden resident suspected of illegal fish trade, 57,000 euros in cash seized
On July 1, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) arrested an individual from IJmuiden on suspicion of illegal fish trading. During the operation, authorities searched a fis...
Teylers Museum launches science podcast series for children
Teylers Museum has launched a new children's podcast series titled 'Zeker weten?'. The series aims to explain the workings of science in an accessible way for children aged seven and older.
Dutch House of Representatives agrees to reduce number of local broadcasters
The Dutch House of Representatives has approved a reform plan to consolidate over two hundred local broadcasters into a maximum of eighty regional stations. This legislative change aims to strengthen ...
Barcelona gives outdoor workers heat bracelets: stop immediately if alarm sounds
In Barcelona, outdoor workers are being provided with heat-sensitive wristbands to monitor their health. These devices vibrate to alert individuals when they are at risk of overheating, prompting them...
Adoptee interest group welcomes cabinet apology
The organization Stichting Verleden in Zicht has expressed satisfaction regarding the Dutch government's formal apology to adoptees for past injustices. Despite welcoming the acknowledgment of their s...
AVROTROS to decide on Eurovision participation by late August or early September
Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS is expected to decide on its participation in the Eurovision Song Contest between late August and early September. This timeline remains unaffected by recent news regarding ...
Debate over chaos in city districts ends in a fizzle: administrators installed after all
The Amsterdam city council held an emergency debate following political unrest regarding the appointment of new district administrators in Nieuw-West and Zuidoost. Despite initial opposition and rejec...
Debate over chaos in city districts ends in a fizzle: officials installed after all
Following recent political controversy regarding the appointment of district administrators in Amsterdam-Nieuw-West and Amsterdam-Zuidoost, the proposed PRO candidates have been officially installed. ...
Tesla surprises stock market with significantly higher global vehicle deliveries than expected
Tesla reported a significant recovery in the second quarter, delivering 25% more vehicles globally compared to the same period last year. This performance exceeded market expectations following a decl...
Sterk: frustration over inability to prevent nursing home closures
Minister of Long-Term Care Mirjam Sterk expressed frustration over the lack of a solution for children with multiple disabilities currently receiving care at ExpertCare nursing villas. Members of the ...