Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Over 10 percent of parking fines issued by scan cars are unjustified
A study by the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) reveals that scan cars generate approximately 500,000 incorrect parking fines annually. Vulnerable groups, including people with disabilities, are d...
Young people see 'pay later' as a payment method rather than debt
Budget organization Nibud warns that young people increasingly view 'Buy Now, Pay Later' services as a standard payment method rather than a financial debt. This trend has normalized borrowing and pos...
Half a million wrongful traffic fines annually: ‘AI software in scan cars makes mistakes’
Dutch municipalities issue approximately 500,000 unjustified parking fines annually due to errors in the AI software used by scanning cars. The Dutch Data Protection Authority reports that people load...
Charging card fails on way back from holiday: The EV nightmare
The prospect of a charging card failing during a return trip from vacation is a significant concern for electric vehicle drivers. This scenario represents a common fear associated with long-distance t...
US serial killer confesses to Gilgo Beach murders
An American man has pleaded guilty to eight murders in the long-unsolved Gilgo Beach case. This confession resolves a decades-old mystery involving the strangling and dismemberment of multiple victims...
Rutte backs Trump in criticism of European allies over Iran
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte supported US President Donald Trump's criticism of European allies for not providing promised assistance regarding Iran. While acknowledging these failures, Rutte als...
Yvonne Coldeweijer to hear today if she gets 650,000 euros from Talpa
Juice vlogger Yvonne Coldeweijer is awaiting a court decision today on whether media company Talpa must pay her approximately 650,000 euros. The legal dispute follows the termination of a contract for...
More trees and jobs in Haarlem, fewer festival bigwigs. Countless wish lists on the table at PRO, D66 and CDA
Local organizations in Haarlem have presented policy wishlists to political parties PRO, D66, and CDA during coalition negotiations. Key proposals include planting 500 trees, canceling a planned skate...
IJmuiden Sea and Port Museum no longer completely free with card after losing accredited status
Starting May 1, visitors to the Sea and Harbor Museum in IJmuiden with a Museum Card will be required to pay half of the regular entrance fee. This change follows the museum's loss of its 'recognized ...
Adopt one of 480 organ pipes in the Village Church: Fundraiser launched for €100,000 renovation
The Dorpskerk in Heemskerk has launched a fundraising campaign to raise 100,000 euros for the renovation of its Knipscheer organ. Members of the public are being invited to support the project by adop...
Man also suspected of threatening John van den Heuvel. Red Cross Hospital explosion suspect denies involvement: 'I'm being framed'
A 34-year-old suspect denied involvement in explosions at the Red Cross Hospital in Beverwijk during a court hearing in Alkmaar, claiming he is being framed. He is also suspected of threatening crime ...
Toos & Henk - April 9
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides his unique perspective on current events through the daily comic strip 'Toos & Henk.' The cartoon is published every week from Monday to Saturday.
At Weinlokal Stern, you order a Berliner Currywurst with your Riesling: ‘Our idea was: the more German, the better’
This ambassador must ‘defend’ Trump in the Netherlands: ‘Greatest peacemaker of our time’
The US Ambassador to the Netherlands, Joseph Popolo, is working to maintain bilateral relations as Dutch public trust in the United States declines. Popolo defends President Trump's foreign policy, sp...
Campsites thrive due to good weather and Middle East war, but holiday home rentals slump
Dutch campsites are experiencing a significant boom driven by favorable weather, high fuel prices, and international conflicts that influence travel decisions. Conversely, holiday home rentals have se...
More legumes, less meat and cheese in new Wheel of Five
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre has updated its 'Schijf van Vijf' dietary guidelines to promote healthier and more environmentally sustainable eating habits. The new recommendations advise consumers ...
Defense pressures housing construction further: ‘Battle for staff’
A report by ABN Amro warns that increased investments in the Defense sector will heighten competition for technical personnel, further pressuring the housing construction industry. The bank anticipate...
2.5 years in prison for 20-year-old who ordered explosive at De Pizzabakkers entrance
A 20-year-old man has been sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for ordering a 14-year-old to place an explosive at a De Pizzabakkers restaurant in Amsterdam. The court cited fingerprints on gas bottles a...
Person injured in violent incident in Beverwijk, police search for suspect
A person was seriously injured and rushed to the hospital following a violent incident in Beverwijk. Police are currently searching for a suspect and have warned the public not to approach them direct...
Municipality wants more cargo bikes for bulky waste despite theft and limited use
The City of Amsterdam plans to expand a pilot program providing electric cargo bikes for residents to transport bulky waste, despite low initial usage and the theft of one expensive bike. Alderman Hes...