Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Many more LGBTQ+ Instagram accounts disabled, many reports from the Netherlands
Numerous LGBTQ+ organizations and minority groups in the Netherlands have reported losing access to their Instagram accounts in recent weeks. The reporting center Repro Uncensored has received approxi...
Unfortunate goalkeeper Nick Olij from Haarlem finally set to make Eredivisie debut for PSV
Nick Olij is set to make his debut for PSV in the Eredivisie after a season of setbacks, including injuries and losing the starting spot to Matej Kovar. The 30-year-old goalkeeper, who is originally f...
Greek politicians may face prosecution in EU funds fraud case
The Greek parliament has lifted the legal immunity of thirteen politicians from the ruling Néa Dimokratía party to allow for their prosecution in an EU subsidy fraud case. The scandal involves dozen...
Heinen open to taxing windfall profits, but not yet
Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen has expressed openness to taxing the excess profits of companies benefiting from conflicts in the Middle East, such as those in the oil sector. However, he stated t...
Asylum shelter outweighs local residents' interests, judge rules
A Dutch judge ruled that the societal need for humanitarian asylum housing outweighs the interests of local residents in participating in the decision-making process. The case involved thirteen reside...
Nicolás Keenan was 'scared to death' when relationship with Rob Jetten became public
Argentine hockey player Nicolás Keenan revealed in an interview with L'HOMO that he felt extreme nerves when his relationship with Dutch politician Rob Jetten was made public. The couple kept their r...
30-year sentence demanded for Syrian man from Druten for serious militia violence
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a 30-year prison sentence for Rafik A., a Syrian man residing in Druten, for crimes including torture and sexual violence committed in Syria between 2...
Should climate policy be put on the back burner? Parliament wrangles over grid connection freeze
Dutch Members of Parliament are debating whether to scale back climate policies following reports that the power grid in parts of Utrecht can no longer accommodate new heat pumps or charging stations....
Province increases Bevrijdingspop subsidy by €60,000 at last minute: 'Especially important now to continue promoting freedom'
The province of Noord-Holland has increased its subsidy for Haarlem's Bevrijdingspop festival by 60,000 euros for the second consecutive year. This funding follows a similar increase from the municipa...
New evidence in sex crimes case against Heemskerk man challenges previous statements: 'I wasn't honest because I was afraid of the consequences'
New DNA evidence has surfaced in a sexual assault case against a 27-year-old man from Heemskerk who was previously acquitted of rape. Supplemental testing identified his sperm and saliva on the victim...
Cabinet to expand energy support package with cheaper public transport in summer
The Dutch cabinet is expanding its energy support package with the introduction of a 'Netherlands ticket,' allowing unlimited off-peak train travel for 49 euros per month this summer. This initiative,...
Cabinet wants cheaper train travel in summer months
The Dutch cabinet, led by Prime Minister Rob Jetten, intends to introduce cheaper off-peak train tickets during the upcoming summer months. This move, originally proposed by GroenLinks-PvdA, serves as...
Drop in economic confidence doesn't mean people are spending less yet
Dutch consumer confidence dropped significantly in April, reaching nearly its lowest level ever recorded. Despite this decline, consumer spending remains stable as many individuals report their person...
'Crying at the pump and laughing at the charger', EcoHeemskerk organizes energy-saving information evening
The sustainable energy association EcoHeemskerk is hosting an information evening focused on energy conservation and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The event aims to educate the public on sustaina...
Opposition critical of energy package, divided on additional plans
Dutch opposition parties have expressed criticism towards the government's energy price compensation package. However, there is no consensus among these parties regarding which additional measures sho...
Alex van Warmerdam writes suspenseful stories: ‘The only character in literature I wish I’d created is Ripley’
Suzanne’s Amsterdam King’s Day favorites: ‘I can’t make it through the day without this Greek toastie’
Suzanne from indebuurt shares her essential tips and favorite spots for celebrating King's Day in Amsterdam. Her recommendations focus on navigating the city's massive crowds and include a specific Gr...
Haarlem church to ring bells for children denied asylum
On April 29, the H.H. Anna and Mary Cathedral in Haarlem will ring its bells in support of the Babayants family from Uzbekistan. The family's four children, who are well-integrated in the Netherlands,...
Wijdemeren postpones Loosdrecht asylum shelter over safety concerns
The municipality of Wijdemeren has postponed the opening of an asylum reception center in Loosdrecht due to concerns over insufficient police capacity to ensure safety. Although 110 people were initia...
Haarlem-born Nick Olij to guard the goal for PSV in home match against PEC Zwolle
Nick Olij, a goalkeeper from Haarlem, will start for PSV in their upcoming home match against PEC Zwolle on Thursday. Manager Peter Bosz confirmed the decision, providing Olij an opportunity to play i...