Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Badhoevedorp ATM bombing suspects are Amsterdammers aged 18 and 20. 'Sealbag machines' appear to be new targets.
Two men from Amsterdam, aged 18 and 20, have been arrested following an ATM explosion in Badhoevedorp that targeted a sealbag machine. The suspects remain in custody as police continue to investigate ...
Will Gorinchem have to vote again? That would be extremely rare
Officials in Gorinchem are considering a re-election following strong allegations of vote harvesting during the recent local elections. While such a measure is extremely rare in the Netherlands, simil...
Mark Versteeg is the new clerk of the Heemskerk municipal council
Mark Versteeg has been proposed as the new clerk for the Heemskerk city council, succeeding Gerard van Egmond. He will be formally introduced during the council meeting scheduled for April 1.
Dancing to jazz with hip-hop, afrobeats, and neo-soul at Datskat Festival in the Bimhuis: ‘Today’s jazz’
New housing plan along the railway in Santpoort-Zuid: Garages and gas station to make way
A proposal has been introduced to construct 80 to 100 homes near the Santpoort-Zuid railway station, replacing an existing gas station and garage boxes. Although the landowner has initiated the plan, ...
Hezbollah leader rejects negotiations during fighting
The leader of Hezbollah has announced that the Iran-backed movement will not engage in negotiations with Israel while military attacks on Lebanon continue. The group maintains that hostilities must ce...
Ajax hack enables season ticket theft and lifting of stadium bans
A security hack at the Dutch football club Ajax has allowed for the theft of season tickets and the potential lifting of stadium bans for over 500 supporters. The vulnerability was uncovered by RTL Ni...
Ajax hack enables season ticket theft and exposes stadium bans
Dutch football club Ajax has confirmed a data leak after IT system vulnerabilities were identified by journalist Daniël Verlaan. The security flaw potentially allowed for the theft of digital season ...
Mona Keijzer nearly done with ‘amateurish’ BBB: ‘A glorified club of friends’
Mona Keijzer has sharply criticized the BBB party, labeling it "amateurish" and a "glorified group of friends" ahead of an upcoming members' meeting. She expressed frustration over the lack of clarity...
Participants wanted for Art Route Beverwijk & Wijk aan Zee 2026
Artists and creative entrepreneurs in Beverwijk and Wijk aan Zee are invited to participate in the Kunstroute scheduled for May 30 and 31, 2026. This upcoming edition of the event will celebrate the 7...
Leaking container with ‘dangerous’ liquid in West, presumably chemical drug waste
D66 and CDA show interest in price cap, VVD wants lower excise duties
Dutch political parties D66 and CDA have expressed interest in a proposal to cap fuel prices at the pump, with the costs funded by major oil and gas companies. The VVD instead advocates for lowering e...
Spike in oil trading before Trump's Iran message suggests insider trading
A suspicious surge in oil contract sales occurred shortly before US President Donald Trump issued a reassuring message regarding tensions with Iran. The unusual volume of trading activity just prior t...
Haarlem bars to stay open longer during World Cup?
The VVD party in Haarlem has proposed extending pub opening hours during the upcoming FIFA World Cup to accommodate late-night match broadcasts. Councillor Alexander Bruch argues that the move would s...
BBC appoints former Google executive as chief after Trump row
The BBC has appointed former Google executive Matt Brittin as its new director-general. Brittin succeeds Tim Davie, who resigned following a controversy regarding the television editing of a speech by...
Maddy Stolk discusses novel about three generations of women at Blokker Bookstore
Author Maddy Stolk will be interviewed at Boekhandel Blokker in Heemstede on Saturday, March 28. The discussion will focus on her new novel, which explores the complex family history and legacy of thr...
Double performance by Kennemer Toneel Groep at De Luifel in Heemstede. ‘Sharp humor, uncomfortable recognition and moving moments’
The Kennemer Toneel Groep will perform the play 'Het regent in mei!' at Theater de Luifel in Heemstede this coming Sunday. The production features both afternoon and evening performances and is noted ...
Military chiefs from 30 countries discuss Hormuz coalition
Military leaders from the Netherlands and approximately thirty other nations are meeting in the United Kingdom this week to discuss forming a coalition to address the Iranian blockade of the Strait of...
Hungry on the Zeedijk? Good luck choosing: 5 places you must eat
The Zeedijk is highlighted as one of Amsterdam's premier culinary destinations, stretching from Central Station towards the Nieuwmarkt. This guide recommends five essential places to eat in an area fa...
Eleven reports at Castricum women's safety point: poor lighting and dark spots cause feelings of insecurity
A temporary reporting point in the municipality of Castricum received eleven reports from women expressing concerns about safety. The reports primarily cite poor lighting and dark spots as the main re...