Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Blauw-Wit keep sights on another Korfbal League season
Amsterdam-based korfball club Blauw-Wit secured a 20-22 victory against local rivals AW.DTV in the play-down semifinals, moving closer to maintaining their spot in the Korfbal League. Star player Thij...
No plan B if Senate rejects asylum law
The Dutch government faces a critical situation as the Senate considers a new asylum law amid a severe shortage of housing for thousands of refugees. With emergency shelters overflowing, ministers wor...
Ajax starts Edvardsen against FC Twente, captain Klaassen missing
Oliver Edvardsen will start for Ajax in their home match against FC Twente as the team deals with several absences. Key players including captain Davy Klaassen, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Kian Fitz-Jim, and Y...
Telstar beaten at home by FC Groningen; what worked against national champions fails against Groningen
Telstar suffered a 0-1 home defeat against FC Groningen on Saturday evening, ending their recent run of three victories in four matches. Despite the team's growing confidence, they were unable to equa...
Telstar fail to follow up PSV upset with home defeat against FC Groningen
Telstar suffered a 0-2 home defeat against FC Groningen following their previous upset victory over PSV. Goals from Dies Janse and Jorg Schreuders secured the win for the visitors, leaving Telstar una...
Jacques Hermus on his city Haarlem: ‘My wife and I were sold immediately’
Culinary journalist and author Jacques Hermus shares his favorite locations in Haarlem in the "My City" column of Mezza magazine. He provides local recommendations, including where to find quality ing...
Iran allows Iraqi ships through Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian high command has announced that ships traveling to or from Iraq are exempt from restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz. This decision allows Iraqi vessels to pass through the waterway withou...
Thousands attend support rally for Saint-Denis mayor
Thousands of people gathered in the Paris suburb of Saint-Denis to support newly elected Mayor Bally Bagayoko after he received racist messages following his victory. Bagayoko called for the protest t...
This monstrosity of a law on freelancers was made by people who don't have a clue
Journalist Lisanne van Sadelhoff critiques Dutch legislative efforts aimed at regulating and protecting freelancers, arguing that the proposed laws are poorly designed. She suggests that the policymak...
Jim (23) is carillonneur at Plein '40-'45 and also takes requests
Jim, a 23-year-old carillonneur, is one of four young musicians performing on the freedom carillon at Plein '40-'45 in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. The district government decided to hire young talent follow...
Many mothers struggle to make ends meet during leave: ‘Extra recovery time is often needed’
A study by the CNV trade union reveals that nearly half of working women and 30% of partners in the Netherlands cannot afford to take parental leave due to financial constraints. Experts warn this sit...
Microcar flips on its side in accident on Zeeweg in Overveen, occupant taken to hospital
A minicar carrying three people overturned on a bicycle path along the Zeeweg in Overveen on Saturday evening. One occupant sustained injuries in the accident and was transported to the hospital for t...
Uproar in IJmuiden housing complex as seniors fear end of happy hour, but concern proves unfounded
Seniors at the Mercurius residential complex in IJmuiden sent an urgent letter to the city council fearing their regular 'Happy Hour' would be cancelled due to fire safety concerns. The issue was ulti...
Deining in Castricum aan Zee celebrates 25th anniversary with new beach pavilion: 'Preparing for a hugely busy year'
Beach pavilion Deining in Castricum aan Zee is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the opening of a completely renovated building on April 17th. After months of construction, the venue is preparing ...
Pro-Palestinian protester arrested after snatching Israeli flag
Police in Amsterdam arrested a pro-Palestinian protester at Dam Square for snatching and breaking the flagpole of an Israeli flag from a counter-protester. The woman is being held for questioning on c...
Aalsmeer supreme in final to win national handball cup again
Aalsmeer has won their ninth national handball cup and third consecutive title by defeating Hurry-Up 38-33 in the final in Almere. The team overcame a slow start to dominate the second half, remaining...
Jetten rejects scattergun approach to high energy prices: what is the plan?
Climate Minister Rob Jetten and the Dutch cabinet are opting for targeted interventions rather than broad measures to combat rising energy prices. The government's deliberative approach to the crisis ...
Ajax talents in the spotlight at Future Cup: They are definitely among them
The Olympia Future Cup is underway at Ajax's De Toekomst training ground, showcasing elite youth talents such as Denzel Darko and Elgyn Hato. The international tournament features prominent clubs like...
Fire damage and heavy smoke in Heemstede caravan
A fire broke out in a mobile home on E. van Slogterenlaan in Heemstede late Saturday afternoon. The incident caused significant smoke and resulted in damage to the residence.
Expeditie Robinson in Uitgeest during May holiday
Holland Sport is organizing an 'Expeditie Robinson' event in Uitgeest during the May school holidays. Instead of a deserted island, the activities will take place locally in the village park.