Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Emergency order for part of Stadskanaal after assault case revealed
An emergency ordinance was issued in Stadskanaal, Groningen, on Thursday evening after a group of people vandalized houses linked to a criminal investigation. The municipality implemented the measure ...
Denmark and Australia through to Eurovision Song Contest final
Denmark and Australia have qualified for the Eurovision Song Contest final, where both are considered strong contenders for the win. Malta also progressed to the final with a song written by Dutch son...
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Romania, Norway and Bulgaria through to Eurovision Song Contest final
Romania, Norway, and Bulgaria have successfully advanced to the final of the Eurovision Song Contest. In contrast, several other competitors, including Azerbaijan and Luxembourg, failed to qualify for...
Extra efforts for a cleaner Amsterdam during summer months
The city of Amsterdam is implementing extra cleaning measures during the summer months to maintain the city's cleanliness. These efforts include the deployment of additional cleaning teams and the ins...
Yemen's warring parties agree on major prisoner swap
The warring parties in Yemen have agreed to exchange at least 1,600 prisoners following a United Nations-mediated meeting in Jordan. The deal involves the Iran-backed Houthi rebels and the internation...
The last loose end
An individual reflects on their recovery process following a racing bike accident in late October 2024. They describe the various moments they believed they had finally reached the end of their period...
Another anti-asylum center protest and heavy police presence in Loosdrecht
Over a hundred protesters gathered in Loosdrecht on Thursday evening to demonstrate against the accommodation of asylum seekers. A significant police presence was on hand to monitor the situation, and...
Argentina investigates hantavirus in Hondius departure city
Argentinian scientists are traveling to the port city of Ushuaia to investigate a potential hantavirus source following an outbreak on the Dutch cruise ship m/v Hondius. The vessel had departed from U...
Two women arrested for child abuse in Stadskanaal
Two women, aged 31 and 33, from the municipality of Stadskanaal were arrested on Thursday evening on suspicion of child abuse and unlawful deprivation of liberty. The Public Prosecution Service announ...
Gaza chef serves traditional Palestinian dishes at Rolling Kitchens: "Gives strength"
The 18th edition of the Rollende Keukens food festival is currently taking place in Amsterdam's Westerpark, featuring over 80 food trucks and attracting visitors from across the country. Among the ven...
Not a cat, but a woman stuck high in tree; fire department responds
Firefighters rescued a woman who became stuck high in a tree in Amsterdam's Rembrandtpark after she was unable to climb back down. A ladder truck was deployed to assist her, and she was safely brought...
Elly and her choir travel through time for IJmuiden's 150th anniversary: ‘We are covering the period 1876 to 1906’
Elly Entius and her choir are preparing a musical performance to celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden. The group will focus on the period between 1876 and 1906 as part of a historical journey t...
Pulmonologist Sander de Hosson wants to make death discussable for children: ‘Saying Grandma is a star is confusing’
Pulmonologist Sander de Hosson is advocating for more open and honest conversations about death with both children and adults. In an interview with Mezza magazine, he argues that avoidant metaphors ca...
High tide in Zandvoort draws crowds: ‘More buzz and visitors in the village is always good’
The 'Vloed' festival in Zandvoort is attracting numerous visitors with various activities, including orchestral performances and children's entertainment, running through Saturday. Local residents and...
Special bunkers in IJmuiden open to public during Bunker Day
Bunkerdag will take place on Saturday, May 30th, featuring the opening of two bunkers in IJmuiden to the public. Visitors can explore these historical sites between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM during the eve...
Dorien Keus (43) brings God and people together as Beverwijk’s new minister. ‘My faith is one way to reach God’
Dorien Keus, a 43-year-old from Amstelveen, will be installed as the new pastor for the Protestant Congregation of Beverwijk-Wijk aan Zee this Sunday. This marks her first time serving in the ministry...
Netherlands boycotts Eurovision, but Dutch fans do not
Despite a lack of interest from Dutch television viewers and an official boycott of the Eurovision Song Contest, many fans from the Netherlands have traveled to Vienna for the event. NU.nl interviewed...
Warsaw recognizes same-sex marriage for the first time
The city of Warsaw has officially recognized a same-sex marriage for the first time, involving a couple who wed in another EU country. Jakub Cupriak-Trojan and Mateusz Trojan received their Polish mar...
