Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Hunt for Russian shadow fleet: Tankers boarded, frigates deployed, but Netherlands watches on
Western European nations have intensified efforts against Russia's shadow fleet by boarding at least six oil tankers over the past six months. In response, Moscow has begun deploying armed frigates to...
Selcuk saw three boys exercising as his business was destroyed: "I feel guilty"
A massive explosion in Amsterdam-Osdorp destroyed a gym after explosives being prepared for ATM robberies in a storage unit below detonated. Gym owner Selcuk reported that three members were inside du...
Weekend tips: what to do in Amsterdam from June 19 to 21
The article highlights various activities happening in Amsterdam from June 19 to 21. Recommended events include visiting local markets and participating in wine tastings at Amstelpark.
Haarlem venue popular among jazz musicians as recording location; Guus Janssen Trio presents ‘Live at the Pletterij’
The Haarlem venue De Pletterij has become a popular recording location for jazz musicians seeking a natural, unamplified sound. Pianist Guus Janssen and his trio are presenting their new album, 'Live ...
Running events take heat precautions, one race cancelled
Several running events across the Netherlands are implementing safety measures or canceling races due to expected high temperatures. Notably, the Vuurtorenloop in Hoek van Holland scheduled for Friday...
Helene Fischer not going to Johan Cruijff Arena after all, moves to Gelredome: "Much too far away"
German singer Helene Fischer's concert on June 30 has been moved from the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam to the Gelredome in Arnhem due to production reasons. Concert organizer Mojo is refunding tic...
Running events take heat measures, one even cancelled
Several running events across the Netherlands are implementing safety measures or facing cancellations due to extreme heat. The Vuurtorenloop in Hoek van Holland was specifically called off for Friday...
Cannabis farm dismantled in Cruquius business premises, one arrest
On Wednesday afternoon, police dismantled a cannabis nursery in a commercial building in Cruquius. One individual was arrested on-site during the raid conducted by the North Holland police drug team.
Car hits tree and ends up on its side in North
A motorist was injured and hospitalized after their car struck a tree and flipped onto its side on the IJdoornlaan in Amsterdam North this evening. Emergency services attended the scene of the single-...
Shore leave for ship crews easier than before: ‘Going ashore is an outlet after months at sea’
The Port of Amsterdam is making shore leave more accessible for seafarers by requiring terminals to facilitate easier access to land. A new pilot program also offers free transportation for sailors on...
Bomb squad deployed for suspected explosives in Amsterdam commercial building
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and specialized fire department units were deployed to a commercial building on Archangelkade in Amsterdam following reports of potential explosives. The building...
COA: no temporary shelter for those sleeping outside in Ter Apel
The COA announced it cannot provide temporary night shelter for people sleeping outside the overcrowded reception center in Ter Apel. This applies to asylum seekers who arrive after the emergency acco...
NOC*NSF aims to be ‘best prepared country’ for Los Angeles 2028 and has concerns over US visa policy
NOC*NSF aims for the Netherlands to be the best-prepared nation for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Despite these ambitions, the Dutch sports federation expressed concerns regarding high part...
Uitgeest station coffee bar proves its worth: 'Started simply with a filter coffee machine'
A citizen-led coffee bar at Uitgeest station has officially opened following a successful trial period of several months. The initiative emphasizes community ownership and aims to provide a local gath...
De Hartekamp closes pools in Heemstede and Heemskerk, families stunned: 'The pool is a kind of valhalla'
Disability care organization De Hartekamp Groep has announced it will close its swimming pools for intellectually disabled residents in Heemstede and Heemskerk next year due to high costs. Families an...
Lebanon: negotiations with Israel separate from those of Iran and US
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stated that his country's negotiations with Israel are distinct from the upcoming agreement between the United States and Iran in Switzerland. The US-Iran deal aims to e...
Haroon Ali: 'Don't be a party pooper during the World Cup'
Columnist Haroon Ali discusses how Dutch football fans traveling to the World Cup in the United States are choosing to ignore political concerns and warnings. The article notes that these fans priorit...
EU chief Costa contacts Kremlin
EU official António Costa's office has established brief contact with the Kremlin regarding the war in Ukraine. Costa reportedly aims to involve Russian President Vladimir Putin in discussions to rea...
Many Japanese on Dam Square in Amsterdam for emperor's visit: "This is very rare"
The Emperor of Japan began a state visit to the Netherlands with an official ceremony at Dam Square in Amsterdam, where he was received by King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima. Hundreds of Japanese...
