Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Maickel Ferrier's career would have been different without racism: ’They hung a black doll from a gallows’
Former professional footballer Maickel Ferrier reflects on his career and the significant impact racism had on his journey through various clubs, including Haarlem. The article explores his transition...
Patient taken off KLM flight later dies of hantavirus
A Dutch woman died from the hantavirus on April 26, one day after being removed from a KLM flight in Johannesburg due to her poor health. KLM crew members decided not to allow the passenger to travel ...
Thousands of Dutch students and teachers affected by ShinyHunters hack
The hacker group ShinyHunters has compromised the data of over 40 Dutch educational institutions, affecting thousands of students, teachers, and staff. The breach occurred through the education platfo...
Third edition of Heemskerk Festival saved: Organizers receive support from Tata Steel and Bankjesparade among others
The third edition of the Heemskerk Festival will proceed as planned after securing support from sponsors like Tata Steel and Bankjesparade. Despite facing financial uncertainty due to the loss of majo...
EOD: Found bomb is 500-pounder from WWII, to be removed quickly
A 500-pound World War II aircraft bomb was discovered during excavation work on Lange Muiderweg in Weesp on Wednesday afternoon. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service (EOD) cordoned off the area to ...
Sumit's favorites: ‘Our city has great thrift stores, but this is my favorite’
Sumit van Lenthe, who has lived in Amsterdam for twelve years, shares his favorite local spots across the city. His recommendations include preferred dining locations and specific thrift stores for tr...
Battle over new Alzheimer's drug flares up: patient group urges reimbursement
Alzheimer Nederland is urging Health Minister Hermans to approve reimbursement for a new medication targeting early-stage Alzheimer's disease. The patient association estimates that approximately 10,0...
Tent tops tower over Dorpsweide: Five-day May Festival kicks off in one week
The Meifestival in Wijk aan Zee is set to begin on Wednesday, May 13th, with festival tents already being erected at the Dorpsweide. This five-day event is recognized as the largest festival in the co...
New foundation ensures evening four-day walk returns to Heemskerk in 2026
A new foundation has been established to ensure the continuation of the four-day evening walk in Heemskerk starting in 2026. This follows the dissolution of the previous organization that managed the ...
Review: For his third solo album ‘Jongen van de zon’, Willem sought inspiration on Curaçao, his father’s island
Prosecutors seek 3 years in prison and €100,000 fine for corrupt Amsterdam court employee Sana C.
Cabinet keeps DigiD contract with Solvinity for the coming years
The Dutch government has officially extended its DigiD contract with service provider Solvinity until 2028. State Secretary Eric van der Burg signed the agreement despite opposition from parliament me...
Ryanair boss calls for morning alcohol ban at airports
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary is calling for a ban on early morning alcohol sales at airport bars to reduce the number of intoxicated passengers on flights. He questioned the necessity of serving beer a...
Dutch educational institutions hit by data breach
Several Dutch educational institutions, including the University of Amsterdam, have been affected by a cyberattack on Instructure, the provider of the Canvas learning software. The universities were n...
Review: On her third album ‘Leve de feeks’, Merol’s feminist message sounds clearer than ever
Three Aalsmeer teenagers missing since yesterday
Three teenagers from Aalsmeer, aged between 13 and 15, have been missing since leaving their school in Uithoorn yesterday afternoon. The police have issued an urgent appeal for information after the g...
CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87
Ted Turner, the founder of the international news network CNN, has died at the age of 87. Turner, who had been suffering from a form of dementia in recent years, passed away according to a report from...
CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87
Ted Turner, the founder of the American cable news network CNN, has passed away at the age of 87. CNN reported the death of its founder, who was a prominent media mogul and philanthropist.
Tata plant still emitting excessive chromium-6 after trial run
Tata Steel has delayed the restart of its casting-rolling plant after trial runs revealed that chromium-6 emissions remain too high. The company is continuing to investigate the cause of the excessive...
Citizens lose case against Solvinity extension
A Dutch judge has ruled that the government may extend its contract with IT service provider Solvinity, dismissing a lawsuit filed by three citizens. The plaintiffs sought to block the extension due t...