Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
For the first time in years, unions are attracting young people again: how do they do it?
For the first time in years, trade unions in the Netherlands are seeing an increase in younger members despite a general decline in total membership. Unions are now focusing on specific strategies to ...
Pope Leo strongly condemns leaders who start war
Pope Leo XIV condemned leaders who start wars during his Palm Sunday address at St. Peter's Square in the Vatican. He described the conflict in the Middle East as "horrible" and stated that religion c...
The sad side of spring: dozens of orphaned chicks brought to bird hospital
The Bird Hospital in Haarlem is experiencing an influx of orphaned ducklings whose mothers have frequently been killed by traffic or other animals. Staff are raising the ducklings with minimal human c...
Spaarnestad women learn title is secured before final match, but win anyway: ‘Showing we are rightful champions’
The first women's team of the Haarlem volleyball club Spaarnestad has secured the championship in the first division. Although the title was mathematically confirmed before their final match, the team...
Water boards to say no more often as climate forces their hand: 'We are no longer the handymen who will just fix everything'
The Rijnland Regional Water Authority has announced it will be more selective and say "no" more frequently due to the pressures of rapid climate change. Dijkgraaf Rogier van der Sande stated that the ...
Baron leaves behind €42.8 million estate, but battle erupts between his four daughters
Following the death of Baron Rolf Bentinck van Schoonheten, his four daughters have entered a legal battle over his estate, which is valued at 42.8 million euros. The dispute centers on the distributi...
Experts: Hay fever sufferers have much to endure
Experts warn that people with hay fever in the Netherlands are facing a difficult spring due to an exceptionally early start to the season. Recent reports from hospitals in Leiden and Helmond indicate...
More arrests after explosive placed at Paris bank
French authorities have arrested two additional suspects following an attempted explosive attack at a Bank of America branch in Paris. The detention of a minor suspect previously arrested on Saturday ...
What changes in public transport starting today
Amsterdam's transport operator GVB has launched a new timetable, which includes the discontinuation of tram line 3 and the extension of line 25 to Muiderpoortstation. Several bus routes are also being...
New bins still stay open sometimes – but less often
The city of Amsterdam is testing a new self-closing trash can design intended to prevent litter caused by people searching for deposit bottles. While early observations on the Damrak show the new bins...
At the Veeking Theater, the audience is close to the action: Recognition at the play ’Papa’
The Veeking Theater's latest production, 'Papa,' explores challenging themes while incorporating humor to create a relatable experience for its audience. The play continues the theater's tradition of ...
Halsema congratulates Diemen on 800th anniversary: ‘Always someone better’
Israeli police prevent Jerusalem Patriarch from celebrating Mass
Israeli police prevented Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, from celebrating Palm Sunday mass at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem's Old City. The interven...
Deepfake images of Belgian Crown Princess Elisabeth circulating on Facebook
Deepfake images and videos of Belgium's Crown Princess Elisabeth have been discovered on a fraudulent Facebook profile. The Belgian Royal Palace has initiated steps to have the content removed from th...
Drive-in cinema cancelled, but films shown at many other unique locations in Wijk aan Zee
The first edition of the BEU film festival was held in Wijk aan Zee, though the drive-in cinema event was cancelled due to heavy rain. Visitors were still able to watch films at several other unique v...
They have a Starbucks, but everything shows that life in Russia is not truly free
Iran parliament speaker accuses US of planning ground attack
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has accused the United States of secretly preparing a ground attack while publicly sending messages regarding diplomatic negotiations. Qalibaf is view...
Ten goals scored as dust settles on RCH-VEW derby: 'Maybe this finally brings some peace'
A high-scoring local football derby between RCH and VEW ended in a 5-5 draw on Saturday. The match at the RCH sports complex was praised for its intensity, with both teams earning a single point after...
Taffarel Asinga (22) stays at RCH for one more year; dreams of moving up after excellent derby performance against VEW
Taffarel Asinga, a 22-year-old player for RCH, has decided to stay with the club for another year despite his aspirations to advance to a higher level. His commitment follows an impressive performance...
Older unemployed hit hard by increase in retirement age
The Dutch government's plan to raise the state pension age is creating significant difficulties for older unemployed individuals who struggle to find new work. Despite the requirement to work longer, ...