Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Ministers see no need for car reduction measures due to high energy prices
The Dutch cabinet has decided not to implement measures to discourage car use despite warnings from the International Energy Agency about a potential energy crisis. Ministers stated that encouraging c...
Trade between China and North Korea booms, human hair tops the list
Trade between China and North Korea increased by 22% in the first two months of 2026 compared to the previous year. This growth marks an improvement in relations between the two countries following a ...
75 years of Moluccan history is part of Amsterdam's life story
In 1951, four ships carrying Moluccan soldiers and their families arrived in Amsterdam for what was intended to be a temporary stay. These families ultimately remained permanently, marking 75 years of...
Haaksbergen residents want single asylum center in busier area
A majority of residents in Haaksbergen voted in a referendum to establish a single asylum seeker center in a central, more populated area. The results were presented to Mayor Gerard van den Hengel on ...
Barend Boes Kaptein (24) and Christie Staats (23) became friends at ECL: ‘We’re on the same wavelength, it’s very pleasant’
Barend Boes Kaptein and Christie Staats discuss their long-standing friendship, which began when they were students at the ECL school. The article is part of a series exploring the significance of soc...
Yeşilgöz calls Hormuz statement a clear signal to Iran
Dutch Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz stated that a joint declaration by the Netherlands and five allies serves as a clear signal for Iran to cease attacks in the Gulf region. The statement specific...
Free Iran Committee wants to know who is behind shooting of Iranian
The Committee Iran Free is calling for an investigation into the shooting of an Iranian man in Schoonhoven to determine if the Iranian regime was involved. While awaiting police results, the committee...
Reneé Rapp returns to acting with role in The Morning Show
American singer Reneé Rapp is returning to acting after being cast in the fifth season of the Apple TV+ series The Morning Show. The news of her casting was first reported by Deadline.
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Prosecutor: pilot not guilty of fatal hot air balloon accident
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has dismissed the case against a hot air balloon pilot involved in a fatal accident last August. An investigation by the national aviation prosecutor concluded tha...
Heemskerk shifts to the right. But will the new administration follow? That remains the question as Forum is already excluded.
Following local elections in Heemskerk, the current governing coalition has lost its majority, leading to uncertainty over the formation of a new administration. Despite a rightward shift among voters...
Iranian Guard spokesperson killed in US and Israeli airstrikes
Ali Mohammad Naini, the spokesperson for the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, was killed during US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran. The Revolutionary Guard confirmed the death in an official statement foll...
Young people follow news via social media but distrust it
A study of more than one thousand teenagers reveals that young people primarily use social media platforms like TikTok and Snapchat to stay informed about the news. However, the research highlights th...
Gas prices explode: what this means for your energy bill
Energy bills are expected to rise significantly following a sharp increase in gas prices this week. The total cost for consumers is determined by a combination of taxes, delivery costs, and fluctuatin...
Uitgeest shifts sharply right, forming a majority against asylum center will be a major challenge
The new political party Onafhankelijk Uitgeest, led by Dannij van der Sluijs, became the largest party in Uitgeest following a significant shift to the right in the recent elections. This result is ex...
Councilor José faces exit after eight years, father and daughter in council for CDA, and a seat for 17-year-old Yara: The impact of preferential votes in Heemskerk
The announcement of preferential votes in the Heemskerk municipal elections has led to several notable changes, including the potential departure of long-term council member José de Kleijn. New addit...
Three million treasures in Zandvoort beachcombing museum
The news series AlleTijd features the Juttersmu-Zee-um in Zandvoort, a small volunteer-run museum showcasing a vast collection of beachcombing finds. Described as a hidden gem, the museum provides a u...
Nighttime street robbery in Castricum, officers wear bulletproof vests during search for suspect
A street robbery occurred in Castricum during the night between Thursday and Friday. Police officers wearing bulletproof vests conducted a search for the suspect, who remains at large.
Israel attacks Syrian targets after violence against Druze
The Israeli military conducted airstrikes against Syrian government infrastructure in southern Syria overnight between Thursday and Friday. The operation, which targeted a command center and weapons c...
IJmuiden resident Wil finds a listening ear at the library for her grief. 'I find being alone the biggest obstacle'
Wil from IJmuiden visited a walk-in grief support session at her local library to find comfort following the recent death of her husband of several decades. The initiative provides a listening ear for...