Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Netherlands to launch defense credit institution with Finland and UK
The Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Finland are planning to establish a new credit institution dedicated to defense projects. This initiative aims to support the defense industry and accelerate r...
What if your child is afraid of death?
This article provides advice on how parents can address a child's fear of death, which may manifest as sleep problems or excessive questioning. Experts suggest that such anxieties in children often st...
Prosecution seeks 18 years and mandatory psychiatric treatment for abuse of children in care
The Dutch Public Prosecutor has demanded 18-year prison sentences and mandatory psychiatric treatment for Peter S. and Nancy D. during an appeal trial. The couple is accused of sexually abusing seven ...
EU foreign policy chief: we don't really understand US actions
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that the European Union is increasingly grappling with the unpredictability of the United States under President Donald Trump. While reaffirming the alliance...
UK to further tap into Ukrainian drone expertise
The United Kingdom and Ukraine are set to sign a cooperation agreement to share expertise on drone defense. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet in London to formaliz...
ABN AMRO also restricts interest-only mortgage options
ABN AMRO has announced it will limit interest-only mortgages to a maximum of 30 percent of a property's value starting June 1. The bank joins Rabobank and ASN Bank, which have recently introduced simi...
Zandvoort rescue station members drill at South Pier: Sailing yacht with engine failure towed
Crew members from the Zandvoort rescue station completed a multi-hour training exercise near the Zuidpier involving a Unimog and an inflatable boat. The drill simulated the recovery of a sailing yacht...
Haarlem New-East: A new district with 7,500 homes on both sides of the Ringvaart. Frank Visser (CU) strongly believes in it
The city of Haarlem is planning the development of a new district called Haarlem Nieuw-Oost, which will include at least 7,500 new homes on both sides of the Ringvaart. The project also features local...
Can this TikTok trend really boost your confidence? Expert is skeptical: ‘No miracle cure’
A popular TikTok trend involving mirror affirmations is being evaluated by psychology professor Filip Raes, who warns that it is not a miracle cure for low self-esteem. While the trend suggests that r...
Cyclists injured in collision on Willemsparkweg
Two cyclists were hospitalized with injuries following a collision on the Willemsparkweg in Amsterdam on yesterday afternoon. The accident occurred around 4:45 PM when a racing cyclist collided with a...
Unprecedented number of displaced persons in occupied West Bank, UN says
The UN human rights office reports that 36,000 Palestinians have been displaced in the Israeli-occupied West Bank within a single year. This level of displacement is described as unprecedented for the...
AI giant Anthropic backed by Big Tech in clash with Trump: ‘Don’t spy on citizens with technology’
Anthropic is engaged in a legal dispute with the U.S. government, refusing to allow its AI technology to be used for citizen surveillance. Major tech firms like Apple and Amazon are supporting the fir...
Civil servants to strike again in mid-April
Dutch state civil servants are scheduled to hold a nationwide strike on Tuesday, April 14, due to an ongoing dispute regarding their collective labor agreement. The industrial action follows previous ...
Media: Israel targets senior Iranian official Larijani
Israel conducted a nighttime attack targeting Ali Larijani, a high-ranking Iranian security official and key figure in the Iranian regime. Israeli officials confirmed the operation to the Times of Isr...
IJmuiden basketball player Malevy Leons wins with Golden State Warriors
Dutch basketball player Malevy Leons scored eight points during the Golden State Warriors' 125-117 victory over the Washington Wizards in the NBA. The 26-year-old athlete from IJmuiden played for more...
Clara Wichmann appeals against breast implant manufacturer
The women's rights organization Bureau Clara Wichmann is appealing a court decision that cleared American manufacturer Allergan of liability for illnesses caused by its breast implants. This follows a...
Trump doesn't think Israel will use nuclear weapons
Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he does not believe Israel would use nuclear weapons against Iran. Trump dismissed the possibility of such an escalation, asserting that Israel would nev...
Dozens of bodies recovered from rubble of hit Kabul hospital
Rescuers in Kabul have recovered at least 30 bodies from the rubble of a hospital following a reported Pakistani airstrike. Search efforts for survivors and additional victims are ongoing in the Afgha...
King Felipe acknowledges abuses during Spanish conquests
King Felipe VI of Spain acknowledged the abuses committed during the country's colonial conquests while visiting an exhibition in Madrid on Monday. The monarch's remarks regarding the historical mistr...
Driver (58) arrested under the influence after collision in IJmuiden
A 58-year-old motorist was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol after colliding with a fatbike in IJmuiden on Monday evening. The incident occurred at the intersection of Eemstraat and ...