Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Humpback whale Timmy taken to deep waters by ship
A rescue ship is traveling to Poel island off the German Baltic coast to save a stranded humpback whale named Timmy. The mission involves transporting the whale to deeper waters to help it survive.
Growth in defense spending slowed by loss of US aid to Ukraine
Global defense spending growth has begun to level off after reaching its highest point in decades. This deceleration is primarily attributed to the United States halting its financial support for Ukra...
Lebanon reports 14 killed in Israeli attacks on Sunday
Israeli airstrikes killed 14 people and injured 37 in Lebanon on Sunday, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health. The fatalities included two children and two women, while Israel reported that on...
Humanitarian aid fleet for Gaza departs from Sicily
A fleet of 56 ships carrying humanitarian aid has departed from Sicily for the Gaza Strip. Organized by the Global Sumud Flotilla, the group claims this is the largest aid fleet ever to attempt reachi...
Fatah wins one-sided local elections in the West Bank
The secular Fatah party, led by President Mahmoud Abbas, has won the local elections held on the West Bank. Official results released on Sunday confirmed the party's victory in the vote that took plac...
King Charles's state visit to US to proceed without changes
Buckingham Palace confirmed that King Charles and Queen Camilla's four-day state visit to the United States will proceed as planned. The decision follows a review of the schedule after a shooting inci...
House fire on Hannie Schaftstraat in Haarlem causes extensive damage
A house fire on Hannie Schaftstraat in Haarlem caused significant damage on Sunday evening. Emergency services were alerted to the blaze shortly after 9:30 PM.
Major kidnapping alert turns out to be a bachelor party
Police in Amsterdam responded to a kidnapping report on the Piet Heinkade, only to discover it was a prank for a bachelor party. Multiple police units were deployed, leading officers to warn organizer...
Utrecht: Do not come to the city anymore during King's Night
The municipality of Utrecht has urged visitors to stop traveling to the city center during King's Night due to extreme overcrowding. Access to various squares and event routes has been closed as the c...
Transavia cancels flights in May and June due to kerosene prices
Transavia is cancelling a portion of its flights scheduled for May and June due to rising aviation fuel prices. The airline attributed the cost increase to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Transavia cancels flights in May and June due to high fuel prices
Transavia will cancel a portion of its flights in May and June due to the sharply rising cost of aviation fuel. The airline attributed the price increase to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Dune gnomes and a wooden octopus. Duinpark Paasdal minigolf course undergoes a makeover
Duinpark Paasdal has completed a major renovation of its 18-hole minigolf course, introducing fresh colors, natural materials, and eye-catching sculptures like a wooden octopus. Owner Nikki Tuinenburg...
Death toll in Colombia road bombing rises
The death toll from a heavy bomb explosion on a highway in Colombia has risen to 19. Authorities have classified the incident as a terrorist attack and are holding a splinter group of the former FARC ...
Mayor Schouten calls for street safety
Rotterdam Mayor Carola Schouten is promoting women's safety during King's Night celebrations by supporting a police initiative in the city center. Officers are distributing orange bracelets featuring ...
From fortification to place of entertainment: Much to do during Adventurous Fort Island event
Forteiland, a historic fortification located at the mouth of the North Sea Canal, hosted a sporting event called "Avontuurlijk Forteiland" this Sunday. The site has transitioned from its original role...
Amsterdam wants to shed ‘anything goes’ King's Day image: ‘Everyone scram! Away with the townies, away with the yuppies’
Amsterdam is implementing new measures for King's Day to move away from its reputation as an "anything goes" celebration following concerns from emergency services. The city is preparing for its busie...
House full of stuff: why hoarders really can't throw anything away
The article explores hoarding disorder, a condition characterized by an extreme inability to discard possessions and persistent urges to acquire new items. It examines the psychological origins of thi...
Mass theft of fat bike screens in Southeast: Leave it outside and it's gone
Police in Amsterdam-Zuidoost report a significant increase in the theft of display screens from fatbikes, which are often used to bypass speed limits. Authorities advise owners to remove the screens w...
Smoke-free beach zones introduced with a friendly approach: ‘Smoking next to families with children caused irritation’
Venti Beach has introduced a smoke-free zone on its terrace to reduce irritation among families and protect the environment from cigarette litter. The pavilion uses a friendly approach to encourage th...
HBC secures big win over local rivals FC Aalsmeer: 'We dominated for the full ninety minutes'
HBC Heemstede secured a dominant 4-0 victory over regional rivals FC Aalsmeer, controlling the match for the entire ninety minutes. Coach Jasper Ketting praised the performance as a clear and well-des...