Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Reint and Juda sang to Johan Cruijff in person: One of the most beautiful days of our lives
Musician Reint van den Brink and actor Juda Goslinga reflect on their 1999 tribute performance for football legend Johan Cruijff at a private event in Amsterdam. The pair later met Cruijff in Betondor...
'It sounded like a rocket impact': Badhoevedorp neighborhood jolted awake by ATM bombing
A powerful ATM explosion on Tuesday morning in Badhoevedorp woke residents and caused significant vibrations throughout the neighborhood. Two suspects were subsequently arrested in Amsterdam shortly a...
Police bust illegal gambling den in Waarderpolder: drugs and poker tournament discovered
Police and the Gambling Authority raided an illegal gambling hall in Haarlem's Waarderpolder area following anonymous tips. Two individuals were arrested for organizing an illegal poker tournament, an...
Gorinchem investigates possible voter fraud in council elections
The municipality of Gorinchem is investigating potential proxy voting fraud following last Wednesday's local council elections. The decision to investigate was made after consultations between local a...
UN report: Hundreds of migratory fish species need protection
A United Nations report presented in Brazil reveals that migratory freshwater fish populations have declined by approximately 81% since 1970. The study emphasizes that hundreds of these species requir...
Ali B most affected by Jill Helena's accusation
During his appeal hearing on Tuesday, rapper Ali B stated that he was most affected by the sexual misconduct accusations brought by singer Jill Helena. He expressed these sentiments while addressing t...
Foundation funds aid for vulnerable toddlers out of pocket after subsidy dispute with Uitgeest: 'We don’t want the children to suffer'
The Peuterspeelzalen Uitgeest Foundation is self-funding extra support for approximately twenty vulnerable toddlers following a subsidy dispute with the Uitgeest municipality. During a legal proceedin...
Rare Banksy works on display in Utrecht from April
Rare works by British street artist Banksy will be on display at the Beatrixgebouw in Utrecht starting April 2. The exhibition, titled "The Art of Banksy," is scheduled to run until May 31.
Deducting healthcare costs on tax returns: ‘Could easily save hundreds of euros’
Dutch taxpayers have until May 1st to file their tax returns and potentially deduct various healthcare expenses, such as dental visits and travel vaccinations. Experts suggest that while specific cond...
Saints & Stars takes state to court; Labor Inspectorate seeks to impose €324,000 in fines
Explosions in rapid succession: Region shaken by series of ATM bombings
A series of ATM bombings occurred within a 24-hour period in the region around Amsterdam, causing significant damage and public unrest. Police are currently investigating whether these incidents are l...
27 fines and three arrests during traffic control in Hoofddorp
Police in Hoofddorp issued 27 fines and arrested three individuals during a traffic enforcement operation on Paviljoenlaan and Binnenweg. The arrests were related to driving under the influence, while...
Iran war could significantly damage economy, but less than 2022 energy crisis
The Dutch Central Bank (DNB) warns that a potential war in the Middle East could significantly damage the Dutch economy in a worst-case scenario. However, the regulator notes that the impact on househ...
Money to green the neighborhood together
The municipality of Haarlem is offering €50,000 each for three community-led projects to transform paved areas into green spaces to combat heat and water logging. Residents can submit their plans un...
Bevrijdingspop becomes smaller-scale: lower costs and more focus on freedom
The Bevrijdingspop festival in Haarlem is transitioning to a smaller-scale format to focus more on themes of freedom and democracy while addressing rising security costs. Organizers plan to experiment...
Are you having trouble with your landlord? Let us know
A news outlet is inviting tenants to share their experiences regarding conflicts with landlords, including issues like unannounced visits and neglected repairs. These stories are being collected for a...
Lokaal Vitaal takes the lead in Castricum. Party seeks informateur: 'Many parties prefer thoroughness over speed, so we are going for that'
The local party Lokaal Vitaal is seeking an independent informateur to lead coalition talks in Castricum following their victory in the municipal elections. As the clear winner, the party is taking th...
Het Parool looking for Amsterdammers who moved back to the city
14 immortal quotes by Johan Cruyff (and his traces in the city)
This article reflects on the legacy of football icon Johan Cruijff, marking ten years since his death in 2016. It examines his lasting influence on the Dutch language and his visible presence througho...
