Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
RCC: Anti-abortion group's Boomerang card violates advertising code
The Dutch Advertising Code Committee (RCC) has ruled that the anti-abortion organization Schreeuw om Leven used misleading advertising on promotional cards offering help to pregnant women. The committ...
Expensive fuel, so lower the excise duty? 'We really need to make people resilient'
Economists are advising against lowering gasoline excise duties despite rising prices, arguing that such broad tax cuts do not effectively target those most in need. Instead, experts suggest that poli...
US temporarily allows sale of Iranian oil in tankers at sea
The United States has temporarily authorized the sale of Iranian oil currently stored in tankers at sea to address rising global fuel prices. This decision marks a brief suspension of heavy sanctions ...
Hillegom alderman Jan van Rijn steps down after eight years: 'I'm going back to my comfort zone'
Jan van Rijn, an alderman in Hillegom, has announced his departure after eight years in office to start a new job in mid-April. While he enjoyed the role, he cited its demanding nature as the reason f...
Singing along with the St. Matthew Passion in Haarlem’s Adelbertus Church: How music connects despite a failing brain
Stichting Bachkoor Holland is hosting a sing-along concert of the Matthäus Passion this Sunday at the Adelbertuskerk in Haarlem. The event is a collaboration with the KomPassie choir, which brings to...
Marco loves life aboard a trawler: 'I just jumped into the deep end and sailed to Africa'
Marco Schaaper serves as a versatile foreman on a trawler for the Dutch shipping company Cornelis Vrolijk, managing various tasks such as crane and forklift operation. He reflects on his career at sea...
Book Week brings crowds to libraries and bookstores: 'Continuing to read stories is so important'
Book Week has led to increased traffic in libraries and bookstores across the IJmond region, emphasizing the importance of continued reading. The event has prompted local displays and discussions as r...
Jari from Castricum makes skating documentary for graduation project: ‘I can never get enough of skating’
Seventeen-year-old Jari Hoogeboom from Castricum has created a documentary titled 'Valse Start' for his high school graduation project at the Adriaan Roland Holst School in Bergen. The film explores v...
Heemstede resident must tolerate neighbor's chimney and wood stove
An 83-year-old resident of Heemstede lost a legal battle in the highest administrative court of the Netherlands to prevent her neighbor from using a wood stove. The woman had requested that the neighb...
Free day out: visit these greenhouses near Haarlem during Kom in de Kas
The Kom in de Kas event offers a free family outing on April 11 and 12, 2026, featuring greenhouse visits near Haarlem. This event is designed to be accessible regardless of the weather, providing an ...
Screen Time | Men go crazy for likes in Louis Theroux's documentary
Tech reporter Rutger Otto reviews the Netflix documentary "Louis Theroux: Inside The Manosphere" in his weekly column. The film explores the behavior of men within online communities who seek validati...
Most of Chernihiv without power after Russian drone attack
A Russian drone attack has left the majority of Ukraine's Chernihiv region without electricity. Local officials report that repair crews are currently working to restore power following the strike.
Vast majority of readers want current playground at Hoeve Duin- en Kruidberg to stay: ‘Only place in the municipality where young children can play in nature’
A large majority of readers support the legalization and preservation of the playground at Hoeve Duin- en Kruidberg. According to a poll with 858 responses, the site is considered the only natural are...
Man, 24, arrested for fatal shooting in Amsterdam
A 24-year-old man has been arrested following a fatal shooting at Koningin Wilhelminaplein in Amsterdam Nieuw-West that left a 19-year-old dead and a 21-year-old seriously injured. The police are cont...
Caught between Trump and Europe: The lonely position of NATO chief Mark Rutte
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is facing growing criticism in Europe due to his perceived unconditional support for Donald Trump. Critics express concern that Rutte's stance risks making Europe a p...
Buffy the Vampire Slayer star Nicholas Brendon dies at 54
American actor Nicholas Brendon, best known for his role in the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, passed away on Friday at the age of 54. He was widely recognized for his performance in the ...
Even though Michaëlla Krajicek has retired and turned to padel, the online tennis hate continues
Former professional tennis player Michaëlla Krajicek has transitioned to padel and is currently making her debut at the Dutch National Championships. In an interview, she discusses balancing her new ...
From 'Do we have money to spare?' to 'it brings cooling to the city': Haarlem deeply divided over restoring filled-in canals
A poll regarding the restoration of water to Haarlem's filled-in canals resulted in a nearly equal split among 1,135 respondents. The "disagree" camp won by a single vote, reflecting deep public divis...
How GHB use has gripped a city for years: 'You can't let someone who screams all night sleep among 55 others'
The city of Leiden is implementing a new strategy to address long-standing GHB addiction issues among its homeless population, which have cost the municipality millions of euros. For years, users stru...
Tens of thousands of volunteers clean up trash in the area
Tens of thousands of volunteers participated in the 24th National Cleanup Day on Saturday, collecting litter across the Netherlands. Organized by Verpact, the event saw over 1,500 registered cleaning ...