Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Klaver seeks answers on malfunctioning gun on Evertsen
GroenLinks-PvdA is seeking clarification from the Dutch cabinet following reports that the main cannon on the frigate Zr. Ms. Evertsen is not functioning. The ship is scheduled for a mission in the ea...
US government explores imposing new import tariffs
The United States government is exploring the implementation of new import tariffs on its trading partners. The investigation includes a focus on alleged unfair trade practices by the European Union.
Iranian leader in first statement: keep pressure on enemy high
In his first statement as Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei called for the Strait of Hormuz to remain closed to maintain pressure on the country's enemies. He also emphasized the importance ...
House forces question session over Haarlem rail maintenance
The Dutch House of Representatives has scheduled a session to question State Secretary Annet Bertram regarding railway maintenance in Haarlem. Lawmakers are pushing to combine two separate maintenance...
Velsen municipality to report vandalism and illegal election postering; FVD signs targeted
The municipality of Velsen is filing police reports following the illegal placement and vandalism of election posters during the local campaign. Authorities are removing unauthorized posters, particul...
How the asylum center debate hardened Aalten: ‘Racist, fascist, I’ve been called everything’
The village of Aalten is experiencing severe social division and hostility among residents due to heated debates over the establishment of new asylum seeker centers. This internal conflict contrasts w...
AI chatbots overlook local parties: ‘Voting advice is unreliable’
Research by the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) reveals that AI chatbots rarely recommend local political parties, making their voting advice unreliable. This bias poses a risk to these parties, ...
A look inside the world of nut company Gotjé: You see a bag on the shelf, but not the work behind it
Jan Gotjé nut company provides a behind-the-scenes look at its production facility in Heerhugowaard, detailing the labor-intensive processes of roasting, cracking, and sorting. Many consumers are una...
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Political cafe for young voters in Castricum: Build for us, housing is the priority
Young voters in Castricum met with candidate council members and Mayor Ben Tap during a Political Café event to discuss their priorities. The participants primarily emphasized the need for new housin...
Haarlem woman sues to get her dog back: 'She is a family member, not movable property you just dispose of'
A woman from Haarlem has filed a summary proceeding to regain custody of her dog, which was seized by authorities after a biting incident in November. The Public Prosecution Service intends to rehome ...
At Alzheimer iftar, Sukran bridges the gap between migrant caregivers and support: 'It starts with a meeting'
Sukran Coba shared her experiences as a caregiver during an Alzheimer iftar at the Akşemseddin Mosque in Beverwijk to bridge the gap between migrant caregivers and social services. Serving as a key r...
Football volunteer through and through
Harti has been a dedicated daily volunteer at the AVV/Spartaan football club for 16 years. Driven by his passion, he remains tireless and committed to his work for the organization.
D66: No understanding for ‘war without a plan’ in Iran
During a parliamentary debate, D66 leader Jan Paternotte expressed strong criticism of the United States and Israel for initiating a conflict with Iran without a clear plan. This position contrasts wi...
One injured in two-car collision on N201 near Schiphol-Rijk
Two cars collided on the N201 near Schiphol-Rijk on Thursday afternoon. One person was injured in the accident.
'Dream on' if you think no schools in Bloemendaal will have to close: Lively election debate in Bloemendaal town hall
Eight party leaders participated in a lively election debate at Bloemendaal's town hall, addressing several controversial local topics. A significant point of conflict involved disagreement between D6...
Holidays within Europe more popular due to Middle East war
Travel agencies report that European vacation destinations are growing in popularity due to the conflict in Iran. Additionally, there has been a notable increase in travelers opting for package holida...
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EU Court: Member states must be able to change gender on identity documents
The European Court of Justice ruled on Thursday that transgender people in the EU have the right to change their gender on identity documents. The case involved a Bulgarian citizen and mandates that m...
Acquittal for grave vandalism in The Hague, prison for burglaries
A court in The Hague has acquitted 34-year-old Stefan V. of vandalizing 32 graves and stealing memorial items at Westduin cemetery due to a lack of evidence. However, he was sentenced to eight months ...