Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Everything in Mart's (89) home breathes Norway: "I'm supporting them tonight"
Martin Fortgens, an 89-year-old resident of Haarlem, maintains a deep connection to Norway, where he previously lived at the North Cape. Despite living in the Netherlands, his home is filled with Norw...
Wouter Klootwijk on hovering shoppers and dirty frankfurters
Columnist Wouter Klootwijk writes about the experiences of modern shoppers and expresses his dissatisfaction with poor-quality food products. He specifically highlights his disappointment with unappet...
Pitching in for the toad pond: Groundwater levels have dropped, amphibians can no longer lay their eggs there
Approximately 25 volunteers gathered at the Dauwbraampad on Friday morning to restore a toad pool in the dunes. The maintenance work is necessary because declining groundwater levels have prevented am...
Pokémon Go turns ten, Charlotte (72) has already caught 209,036: 'I do it for the social connections and the exercise'
As the mobile game Pokémon Go celebrates its tenth anniversary, it has transitioned from a temporary craze into a lasting global community. Players like 72-year-old Charlotte continue to use the game...
Learning language and math: lots of money and a little love. It all pays off
Recent international research indicates a significant decline in the language proficiency of Dutch youth. Experts emphasize that investing in language and numeracy skills is essential to address these...
Vacation no longer a given, but thankfully there is the neighborhood campsite in Beverwijk. Sadly, more and more families are finding us
Families are camping at the Willem Alexanderplantsoen in Beverwijk for the second annual local buurtcamping event. While the setting is cozy, the organizers note that an increasing number of families ...
Odysseus as a child among monsters and cyclopes in a campsite pool. Elisa Pesapane breathes new life into ancient Greek myth
Haarlem-based artist Elisa Pesapane has reimagined the ancient Greek myth of Odysseus in a new book and exhibition. In her version, Odysseus is depicted as a child who has a brother, offering a fresh ...
Frans Timmermans: I have enough ego to say I would have been a very good prime minister
Frans Timmermans reflects on his time leading the GroenLinks-PvdA alliance following the party's electoral defeat. In a candid interview, he discusses his political career and personal life, asserting...
Silvia is a teacher because her teacher Willy inspired her: You paid attention to all 39 students
In the series 'Life Lessons,' former student Silvia Slagter-Gerrits reflects on how her first-grade teacher, Willy Rood, inspired her to become a teacher herself. The story highlights the lasting impa...
How to prevent heatstroke while exercising? Dr. Fleur explains summer facts and myths
Doctor Fleur Grandiek addresses common myths and facts regarding heatstroke during exercise in the summer. She explains why these incidents occur, the associated health risks, and provides advice on h...
Dead and wounded in Ukrainian attack on Crimea
A Ukrainian attack on the occupied Crimean Peninsula has resulted in one fatality and two injuries. The incident was reported by Sergey Aksyonov, the head of the Russian-appointed local authorities.
Ronald’s Opel navigation system has been lost for over a year and a half
Ronald is facing persistent issues with his Opel navigation system, which has been malfunctioning for over eighteen months. Despite the promise of up-to-date map software for new vehicles, the owner r...
Where can entrepreneurs and recreationists go now that the Alkmaarder- and Uitgeestermeer Recreation Board is dissolving? Three questions and answers
The recreational board Recreatieschap Alkmaarder- en Uitgeestermeer (RAUM) is set to be dissolved following a recent decision. Stakeholders and business owners are now seeking clarity on which organiz...
Soldier of Orange: how the musical that was destined to fail broke all records
The Dutch musical 'Soldaat van Oranje' has achieved record-breaking success, reaching four million visitors across nearly 4,000 performances. The production will conclude its long-running engagement a...
Stabbing at hospitality venue in Assen, two injured
Two people were injured, one seriously, following a stabbing at a catering establishment on Kerkstraat in Assen. Local police confirmed they responded to the scene and are currently investigating the ...
Person injured in stabbing at home in Leende
A person was injured during a stabbing incident at a residence on Oostrikkerstraat in Leende during the night from Saturday to Sunday. The incident, which occurred around 3:00 a.m., was reported by th...
The two faces of the ANWB: ten thousand volunteers and a CEO earning 600,000 euros
The ANWB, an organization with over 5 million members in the Netherlands, is facing scrutiny over its business model and executive compensation. Despite generating significant revenue and profits, que...
29 arrests following unrest in The Hague, two officers injured
Police arrested 29 individuals in the Schilderswijk district of The Hague on Saturday evening following riots that erupted during celebrations of Morocco's World Cup victory. Two police officers and a...
Washington festival grounds evacuated due to severe thunderstorms
The festival grounds at the National Mall in Washington were evacuated due to severe thunderstorms and strong winds. The evacuation occurred shortly before a planned celebration for the 250th annivers...
