Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Swarm of bees settles in car in Haarlem
A swarm of bees settled in a parked car on Tappersweg in Haarlem, necessitating the intervention of a beekeeper. The specialist was called to the scene to safely remove the insects from the vehicle.
Adam H. drove 94 km/h in a 30 km/h zone and caused fatal accident: Prosecutors demand 8 months in prison
Rafael van der Vaart apologizes profusely after joke about Japanese people: 'I deeply regret it'
Former Dutch international Rafael van der Vaart has expressed deep regret following a controversial joke about Japanese people made during a live NOS television broadcast. He apologized publicly, stat...
NATO aims to modernize nuclear arsenal
NATO member states have agreed to modernize the alliance's nuclear arsenal and strengthen planning and coordination. The nuclear planning group announced these measures to ensure the alliance's deterr...
Sabrina Carpenter stalker gets five-year restraining order
A man has been issued a five-year restraining order after repeatedly attempting to break into the home of American singer Sabrina Carpenter. The court order requires him to remain at least 100 meters ...
Oil and European gas prices fall after signing of Iran deal
Oil prices dropped on Thursday morning following a new agreement signed between the United States and Iran. Brent crude, the benchmark for Middle Eastern oil, decreased in value by more than 2 percent...
26 young Amsterdam storks ringed
This week, 26 young storks from 18 nests across Amsterdam were fitted with identification rings to help track their migration routes and lifespan. These bands provide researchers with essential data o...
Controversial women's football transfer: Feyenoord sign attacker from Ajax
Feyenoord Women has completed a notable transfer by signing attacker Ilayah Dostmohamed from their rivals, Ajax. This move represents a significant transition between the two major Dutch clubs.
NS to alert passengers when summer ticket promotion expires
The Dutch railway company NS will notify passengers when their discounted summer subscription is nearing its end. This initiative aims to prevent travelers from accidentally paying full price for a su...
Turn off the AC and embrace the heat: you'll adapt within a week, scientist calculates
Researcher Hannah Pallubinsky explains that the human body can adapt to high temperatures within a week if people train themselves by avoiding air conditioning. She encourages using upcoming heatwaves...
European premiere 'The Little Big Things': 'It's bursting with vitality and zest for life'
The European premiere of the West-End musical 'The Little Big Things' will take place at Royal Theater Carré in Amsterdam as part of the 'Broadway in Carré' series. Directed by Ola Mafaalani, the pr...
Israeli Minister Saar breaks with EU foreign chief Kallas
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has announced that he is severing all ties with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas. Saar accused Kallas of being "obsessed" with Israel and behaving in an unfairl...
Brussels blows up Box 3: 'Truly radical, this will cost the treasury billions'
The European Commission is set to propose new rules that will make investing through private limited companies significantly more lucrative, potentially undermining the Dutch 'box 3' wealth tax system...
Despite Iran deal, inflation expected to rise to 3.4 percent
Despite a decline in oil and gas prices following the Iran agreement, EU inflation is expected to rise to 3.4 percent by the fourth quarter. Businesses and citizens are predicted to continue bearing t...
XR lawyers: police must wear visible identification
Lawyers representing Extinction Rebellion are calling for Dutch police officers to wear visible identification, such as name tags or service numbers, during demonstrations. They argue that the current...
Fireworks mortar and possible pipe bomb at asylum center under construction in Nuenen
A firework mortar and a possible pipe bomb were discovered at an asylum seekers' center under construction in Nuenen. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service (EOD) is investigating the items to confir...
Prosecution: Link to Funcaps products proven in 18 deaths
The Dutch Public Prosecutor's Office announced during a preliminary court hearing in Zwolle that they can prove eighteen deaths were caused by substances sold through the website Funcaps. Three suspec...
US to reconsider troops and bases in Europe
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the United States will reconsider its troop presence and military base locations across Europe in the coming months. This review will evaluate which ...
Sweden, Norway and Canada announce new support package for Ukraine
Sweden, Norway, and Canada have announced a new support package for Ukraine. The announcement was made by Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson ahead of a NATO defense ministers' meeting in Brussels.
