Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Call for a free joke: De Kleine Komedie launches the Fun Line
De Kleine Komedie theater in Amsterdam has launched the 'Geinlijn,' a free phone service where callers can listen to jokes told by famous Dutch comedians. Inspired by a 1970s initiative by Max Tailleu...
Petanque tournament for the deaf and hard of hearing: 'In a normal match, you aren't even allowed to talk during play'
The PUK club in Haarlem-Noord hosted its first international petanque tournament specifically for deaf and hard-of-hearing players. Participants followed strict rules requiring silence and stillness d...
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Cyclist injured in collision with car in Sloterdijk
A cyclist was injured following a collision with a car on Daveren street in the Sloterdijk area of Amsterdam on Tuesday morning. Emergency services transported the victim to the hospital, and police h...
Sons of Ali Khamenei bid farewell, Mojtaba still absent
Three sons of Ali Khamenei attended a farewell ceremony in Tehran for the late Ayatollah, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike. Notably, his son Mojtaba was absent from the event.
Young and old run, walk, or help out at the Uitgeest Fun Run: You can do two laps, but that's not how we do things
The Kermisloop Uitgeest is a local running event organized as a prelude to the village's annual fair. Participants of all ages enjoy a casual route through the community that emphasizes camaraderie an...
Wildfire near Costa Brava under control
Authorities have brought a large wildfire in the Les Gavarres nature reserve near Spain's Costa Brava under control. Following the containment of the blaze, local officials have lifted the lockdown th...
Microplastics, PFAS and pesticides are everywhere: how can you protect yourself from these invisible substances?
Recent reports highlight the pervasive nature of pollutants like microplastics, PFAS, and pesticides found in food, clothing, and breast milk. While total avoidance is difficult, the article explores ...
Dirty water and crowds: nitrogen not the only cause of poor nature
The Dutch government is implementing strict nitrogen measures to address the decline of natural areas. However, experts emphasize that nitrogen reduction is only one part of the solution and further a...
Last day at Cindy's in The Harbour. Regulars say goodbye to their harborside coffee shop
Coffee house The Harbour, located at the Halkade, has officially closed its doors. On Saturday, regular customers gathered to say goodbye to the owner, Cindy, and enjoy one last cup of coffee before t...
Have you seen Rupert, Loki or Tao? These nine pets are missing in Haarlem
Nine pets have been reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Owners are seeking information regarding the whereabouts of animals including Rupert, Loki, and Tao.
Pszisko Jacobs: From Haarlem anarchist with a bestseller to the funny Grandpa Pito who left us his beautiful family albums
Pszisko Jacobs (1917-1999) was a Dutch-Polish writer, translator, and pacifist anarchist who was once compared to Ernest Hemingway. Beyond his professional achievements, his grandchild remembers him a...
Man arrested for abusing his own dog
Police in Amsterdam arrested a man after witnessing him physically abusing his dog. The animal was seized and taken to a shelter due to concerns regarding both the abuse and the poor living conditions...
At least eight injured in New York shooting
At least eight people, including four children, were injured in a shooting incident in Coney Island, New York City. The report was confirmed by ABC News.
HR department has something ‘fun’ for Katinka (51): ‘I thought it was a summer bonus, but it wasn’t’
Katinka, a 51-year-old employee, shares her negative experience regarding a mandatory company sports day. She recounts feeling overwhelmed by emotions after an unpleasant interaction with her HR depar...
Kylian Mbappé praises teammates for keeping their cool against Paraguay: 'Everyone thought we came to play in tuxedos'
Kylian Mbappé praised his teammates for maintaining their composure during the World Cup match against Paraguay. He noted that despite external perceptions that the team might play casually, they rem...
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Analysts slam Paraguay’s ‘anti-football’ against France at World Cup: ‘Does someone have to hospitalize Mbappé first?’
France successfully avoided being drawn into Paraguay's aggressive and provocative style of play during their 2026 World Cup match. Paraguay employed a defensive strategy characterized by frequent fou...
Kylian Mbappé fires France past stubborn Paraguay from the spot: what you missed at the 2026 World Cup last night
France narrowly defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup in Philadelphia. Kylian Mbappé scored the only goal of the match via a second-half penalty kick.
Morocco defeats host nation Canada to reach 2026 World Cup quarter-finals, but loses Ismael Saibari to injury
Morocco reached the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals after defeating host nation Canada 3-0 in their match. Despite the victory, the team suffered a setback as star player Ismael Saibari was forced to lea...