Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Hardenberg shows: even with Dispersal Act, municipalities cannot be forced into asylum solidarity
The asylum seeker center in Hardenberg will remain open as other Dutch municipalities continue to avoid their responsibility for housing refugees. Despite the implementation of the dispersal law, the ...
Publishing house ‘In de Knipscheer’ to close after fifty years of pioneering: ‘We were always focused on unheard voices’
The Haarlem-based publishing house In de Knipscheer is closing this week after fifty years of operation. Known for promoting diverse and unheard voices, the publisher is ceasing activities following a...
Shell CEO: brace for gas and oil supply disruptions to Europe
Shell CEO Wael Sawan has warned that Europe may soon experience fuel supply disruptions similar to those currently affecting Asian markets. The instability is driven by the conflict in the Middle East...
Switching to daylight saving time is like a mini jet lag: how to soften the blow
Somnologist Manu Sastry explains how the transition to daylight savings time can cause symptoms similar to jet lag and impact overall health. He provides practical advice and tips to help people adjus...
An Egyptian goose nesting in a pollard willow in Santpoort-Zuid. Is that normal?
A resident of Santpoort-Zuid discovered an Egyptian goose nesting high in a pollard willow tree in the local polder. This sighting has raised questions about nesting habits as birds begin preparing fo...
Four ATM bombings in two weeks: ‘Criminals have found a gap in security’
Reports: US to send 3,000 additional troops to Middle East
The U.S. government is deploying an additional 3,000 elite troops from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East. According to reports from the Wall Street Journal and other media outlets, these s...
BEU Film Festival in Wijk aan Zee shines spotlight on directors: ‘Attention often goes to movie stars, but the director deserves it’
The first edition of the BEU film festival is set to take place this weekend in Wijk aan Zee, featuring events across five different locations including a radar bunker. The festival aims to shift the ...
Ryan (9) hasn't been to school for three years: In this system, you have to push a triangle through a circle
Nine-year-old Ryan is one of nearly 1,200 children in Amsterdam who do not attend school, a record high that reflects systemic failures in providing tailored education. Many of these students drop out...
Major parties in talks with scout: Looking beyond the current coalition
Amsterdam political parties have completed initial coalition talks with scout Hendrik Jan Biemond following the recent elections. The leading GroenLinks-PvdA group is considering several options, incl...
Something special is about to happen
The popular podcast 'Kieft Jansen Egmond Gijp' is described as informal 'pub talk' where the hosts frequently speak over one another. Despite the chaotic nature of the conversations, the show is well-...
Fortnite maker Epic lays off 1,000 employees: 'Sorry this is necessary again'
Epic Games is laying off 1,000 employees in an effort to reduce costs. The American developer cited declining revenue from its flagship game, Fortnite, as a primary reason for the restructuring.
Paul Slettenhaar officially leaves Castricum, only two aldermen left
Paul Slettenhaar has officially resigned from his position as an alderman in the municipality of Castricum. His departure leaves the local administration with only two remaining aldermen, both of whom...
National Padel Championships a good dress rehearsal for Haarlem’s Ole Oosterom (25) ahead of Eredivisie: ‘Want to stay at the highest level’
Haarlem resident Ole Oosterom and teammate Boris Beumer reached the quarterfinals of the Dutch National Padel Championships before losing to the eventual finalists. Representing the Santpoort-based cl...
Pedestrian hit by tram at Heemstedestraat stop
A female pedestrian was hospitalized after being struck by a tram at the Heemstedestraat stop in Amsterdam Nieuw-West around 5:15 PM. Emergency services attended the scene, resulting in the closure of...
How 25 million euros will strengthen Jewish life in Amsterdam over the coming decades
Bad Bunny seeks reimbursement for legal costs in plagiarism case
Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny is seeking approximately €428,000 in reimbursement for legal fees following the dismissal of a plagiarism lawsuit against him. His attorneys filed a request with the co...
Bloemendaal D66 alderman Thessa van der Windt defends FvD leader Lidewij de Vos: ‘Would a man’s election victory also be attributed to his looks?’
D66 alderman Thessa van der Windt defended Forum for Democracy leader Lidewij de Vos against sexist comments that attributed her election success to her appearance. Van der Windt questioned if a male ...
Advice on spending 25 million euros: youth-focused foundation for Jewish life in the city
An advisory committee recommends that Amsterdam's €25 million allocation for Jewish life be managed by an independent foundation with a strong focus on supporting youth. The proposed strategy involv...
Jill Helena, Ellen ten Damme and Naomi threatened after sharing experiences with Ali B
Lawyers for Jill Helena, Ellen ten Damme, and Naomi reported that the women faced threats and physical violence after sharing their experiences regarding rapper Ali B. As a result, the three alleged v...