Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Iranian media contradict Trump over Hormuz reopening
Iranian state media has contradicted President Donald Trump's claim that the Strait of Hormuz would be fully reopened as part of a peace agreement with the United States. The Fars news agency describe...
White House on lockdown after shots reported nearby
The White House in Washington has been placed on lockdown following reports of gunshots in the vicinity. Journalists on the premises were moved to the press room and ordered to seek cover as a large p...
Ebola death toll in Congo passes 200
The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reached 204, according to the country's Ministry of Health. Additionally, health officials have registered 867 suspected ...
Hoofddorp finishes strong season with defeat at Hollandia
Hoofddorp concluded their football season with a 3-1 defeat against Hollandia. The victory secured third place for Hollandia, guaranteeing them a spot in the promotion playoffs.
Trump reports 'broad agreement' on Iran deal
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on his Truth Social platform that an agreement with Iran is largely finalized, with final details currently under discussion. The proposed deal reportedly include...
Carefree Koninklijke HFC brushes aside Spakenburg and looks to the new season with confidence. 'Glad it's over'
Koninklijke HFC concluded their season with a 3-2 victory over Spakenburg. The Haarlem-based team's performance in the final match provides confidence for the upcoming season.
Romanian director Cristian Mungiu wins his second Palme d'Or with 'Fjord'
Driver flees after crash, leaving trail of destruction on Klaprozenweg
A car driver and two passengers fled after causing significant damage to parked bicycles and hitting a pole on Klaprozenweg in Amsterdam-Noord. Police arrested a 26-year-old suspect from Almere shortl...
France eases Dover border controls due to congestion on scorching day
France temporarily relaxed border controls at Dover on Saturday to alleviate massive traffic congestion during a period of extreme heat. The decision followed reports of thousands of travelers waiting...
Minor boy seriously injured after collision on Pieter Calandlaan in Amsterdam Nieuw-West
Minor seriously injured in motor scooter collision, 18-year-old driver arrested
A minor pedestrian was seriously injured and resuscitated following a collision with a motor scooter on the Pieter Calandlaan in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. The 18-year-old driver was arrested at the scene,...
Klaasje Meijer glad K3 comeback is temporary: 'Very intensive'
Singer Klaasje Meijer expressed her satisfaction that her temporary return to the group K3 for the musical Doornroosje is not permanent. She told RTL Boulevard that while the experience is exciting, s...
Massive anti-government protest in Belgrade
Tens of thousands of protesters gathered in Belgrade, Serbia, to demand new elections and voice their opposition to the government. The demonstration featured students and activists marching under the...
Endless stalling over young prostitutes: Hague promise unfulfilled for six governments
Six consecutive Dutch cabinets have failed to implement a legal change raising the minimum age for prostitutes from 18 to 21. Despite the simplicity of the proposed adjustment, the political promise h...
Radboudumc patient does not have Ebola, tests show
A patient admitted to the Radboudumc hospital in Nijmegen with a suspected case of Ebola has tested negative for the virus. The hospital announced on Saturday that the patient has been moved to a regu...
Abdelkader Benali: ‘That parasite had started growing in my stomach’
Writer and marathon runner Abdelkader Benali discussed his recovery from a long-term meniscus injury in an interview with Mezza magazine. After years of being unable to run, he expressed a renewed des...
Annemiek (77) and Jasper’s (88) flower shop turns 90, but they aren’t thinking of retiring
Jasper (88) and Annemiek (77) are celebrating the 90th anniversary of their Amsterdam flower shop, De Lelie, which has been in the family for generations. The couple, who took over the business in 198...
Jennifer Hoffman (45) gives birth to daughter Holly: 'Intensely happy'
Dutch actress Jennifer Hoffman, 45, announced the birth of her daughter, Holly, via an Instagram post on Saturday. She shared that the family has been enjoying a private 'bubble' of happiness for seve...
Red Cross reports death of three volunteers, likely Ebola
The International Red Cross has reported the deaths of three Congolese volunteers who likely died from Ebola. The news was shared on social media by the organization's Dutch branch.
Telstar boosts popularity of IJmuiden and Velsen: ‘We have taken giant strides thanks to the club’
The recent success of football club Telstar has significantly increased social media interest and improved the public image of IJmuiden and Velsen-Zuid. Local stakeholders are now considering how the ...