Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Cabinet finds Netanyahu's Gaza plan extremely concerning
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen has described Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plan to occupy more of the Gaza Strip as extremely concerning. The cabinet maintains that the proposal co...
Haarlem redesigns Kleine Houtweg for more greenery and safety
The municipality of Haarlem will begin the redevelopment of the Kleine Houtweg at the end of this year to improve safety and increase greenery. The project involves narrowing the road and converting i...
Investigation into Badhoevedorp express cycle route halted: 'We take residents' concerns seriously'
The municipality of Haarlemmermeer has halted its investigation into a proposed fast-cycle route in Badhoevedorp between Sloterweg and Schipholweg. Alderman Marja Ruigrok cited resident concerns and t...
Monitoring of municipal bridge conditions falls seriously short: ‘Keeping this bridge open would be negligent’
A joint investigation has revealed that the safety of 66,000 municipal bridges across the Netherlands is uncertain due to a lack of national legislation and oversight regarding inspections. There are ...
More room for greenery and cyclists on the Kleine Houtweg
The Haarlem city council has approved a redesign of the Kleine Houtweg to prioritize cyclists, pedestrians, and green space, with construction scheduled to begin in late 2026. The project will convert...
Zelensky also accuses Russia of drone incident in Romania
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of a cynical attack after a drone struck a residential building in Romania near the border. The incident occurred during a Russian assault on ...
Students arrested at Kenyan school after fire
Eight female students have been arrested in Kenya following a deadly boarding school fire that occurred early Thursday morning. Police suspect the group of arson after the blaze broke out in a dormito...
Romania wants closure of Russian consulate after drone incident
Romania has ordered the closure of the Russian consulate in Constanșa and declared the consul persona non grata after a drone struck a residential complex. President Nicușor Dan announced the diplom...
European industry must be better protected against Chinese imports
The European Commission has declared that the current trade relationship with China is unsustainable and requires stronger protection for European industry. While Brussels still considers China an imp...
Marcel Musters asked followers for a Euro and was promptly out of debt
Cheap train connection to Paris announced: ‘Expect this to go through the roof’
Starting late this year, Dutch company GoVolta will launch a new daily train service from Amsterdam to Paris via Brabant. Tickets for the route will be available starting at 19 euros.
Koopmans critical of Dutch pandemic preparedness
Virologist Marion Koopmans testified during a parliamentary inquiry that the Netherlands remains inadequately prepared for future pandemics. She emphasized that a similar lack of urgency existed prior...
Koopmans: politicians fueled ‘bizarre’ threats
Virologist Marion Koopmans testified before the Dutch parliamentary inquiry committee on COVID-19, stating that certain politicians fueled "bizarre" threats against her. She criticized the spread of c...
WHO reports first confirmed recovery of Ebola patient in Congo outbreak
The World Health Organization has reported the first confirmed recovery of an Ebola patient during the current outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The patient was discharged from the hos...
Oil prices dip on hopes of potential Iran-US deal
Oil prices declined slightly on Friday following reports of a potential agreement between Iran and the United States. The deal is expected to include an extension of the ceasefire and the reopening of...
Kaj Gorgels and Jessie Jazz Vuijk welcome second child: 'Our golden boy'
Presenter Kaj Gorgels and model Jessie Jazz Vuijk have welcomed their second child, a son named Xandro Rio. The couple announced on Instagram that the baby was born on May 21.
Marcel (56) has skin cancer and won't get better: ‘Worked outside in the sun all week’
Marcel Moerkerk, a 56-year-old former infrastructure technician, has been diagnosed with incurable melanoma after years of working outdoors without sun protection. He frequently worked shirtless durin...
Haarlem Bowls marks 30 years. Surprisingly fun for young and old. 'It’s mainly a tactical game'
Haarlem Bowls is celebrating its 30th anniversary and hosting introductory clinics every Wednesday evening in June at its facility in Haarlem-Noord. The club aims to increase awareness of the sport, w...
Haarlem man (23) who extorted money mule will not return to jail; victim was forced to withdraw cash
A 23-year-old man from Haarlem has been sentenced for extorting a young money mule and forcing him to withdraw cash. The defendant will not return to prison as his 166-day sentence was already served ...
'Why do Bachplein and Europaplein get a blue zone?' Frustration among residents and business owners in Heemskerk after council decision
Residents and business owners on Rijksstraatweg in Heemskerk are frustrated after the local council rejected their request for a blue zone parking area. The community proposed the measure to address p...