Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Could hackers access patient data of countless Dutch citizens? 'You don't want your neighbors to know this'
Dutch healthcare IT provider ChipSoft has been targeted by a cyberattack, raising concerns about the security of patient data across numerous hospitals and GPs. While the company reports that medical ...
Deceased Amsterdam bank employee victim of a crime
A 40-year-old bank employee found dead in a residence in Amsterdam-Zuid on March 26 is likely the victim of a crime. Authorities are investigating the incident after her body was discovered at a home ...
EU awards Utrecht projects record €831 million
The European Union has awarded a record 831 million euros in subsidies to projects in the province of Utrecht since 2021. This amount represents a significant increase, nearly doubling the funding all...
Dozens killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon
Israeli air strikes on Lebanon on Wednesday have resulted in dozens of deaths and hundreds of injuries, according to the Lebanese government. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam reported that the attacks hit s...
Woman found dead in Amsterdam South was victim of crime, partner arrested
Police have arrested a 36-year-old man following the death of his 40-year-old partner at a home on Koninginneweg in Amsterdam-Zuid. Investigators strongly suspect that the woman died as a result of a ...
Municipality stops benefits over man's expensive car listings, court rules in his favor
A man whose welfare benefits were revoked for selling luxury cars and electronics on Marktplaats has partially won a legal challenge against the municipality's decision. Although the municipality term...
Forty hours of community service for two Haarlem residents after assault: 'I have a military background, I defend myself if attacked'
Two 35-year-old men from Haarlem have been sentenced to 40 hours of community service for the serious assault of a fellow resident. The incident involved a victim driving a BMW convertible, and the co...
On Telstar match days, Café Middeloo turns into a real football pub: ‘Telstar IJmuiden!!!’
Café Middeloo in Driehuis has established itself as a dedicated gathering spot for Telstar fans, transforming into a football-themed pub on match days. Supporters congregate at the cafe both before a...
Progress and concerns in Amsterdam education
This report evaluates the quality of education in Amsterdam and provides updates on the city's teacher shortage. It outlines both the progress made and the ongoing concerns within the local school sys...
Prosecutors demand three years for Mohamed M. after series of street robberies in Amsterdam
Resident Emiel sends angry letter to Heemskerk council after Alderman Gamri’s LinkedIn post: ‘Housing debate now has a moral-emotional frame’
Resident Emiel has sent a formal complaint to the Heemskerk municipal government following a LinkedIn post by Housing Alderman Attiya Gamri. The resident argues that the official's comments have refra...
Elementary students improve in reading and math, teacher shortage falls for second year
Amsterdam primary school students are showing improved reading and math performance, while the city's teacher shortage has decreased for the second year in a row. However, literacy levels among second...
Hegseth: US achieved victory with a capital V in Iran
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has declared a "historic victory" on the battlefield following the conclusion of the conflict with Iran. He characterized the outcome as a major success for the ...
Aldermen nominated for reappointment to Uitgeest municipal council
Jan Schouten, Judie Kloosterman, and René Oud have been nominated for reappointment as aldermen in the municipality of Uitgeest. The nominations will be presented during a city council meeting this T...
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Hezbollah urges Lebanese not to return home yet
Hezbollah has urged residents of southern Lebanon, the Bekaa Valley, and the southern suburbs of Beirut to delay returning to their homes. The group stated that displaced individuals should wait until...
AP receives data breach reports from Chipsoft customers
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) has received several data breach notifications from customers of software supplier Chipsoft. A spokesperson for the authority stated that more reports are expe...
Crown Princess Amalia starts training with the Air Force
Crown Princess Amalia has started a position as a military work student with the Royal Netherlands Air Force. The Government Information Service (RVD) announced her new role on Wednesday.
Israel reports largest attacks on Lebanon to date
The Israeli military has launched its largest series of airstrikes on Lebanon since the start of the current conflict. According to an army spokesperson, the strikes are being carried out in various r...
Turkish media: ten people detained for attack on Israeli consulate
Turkish authorities have detained ten individuals, including two injured suspects, following a shooting at the Israeli consulate in Istanbul. A third assailant was killed during the incident, and inve...