Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
World's most beautiful book comes from the Netherlands for third year in a row
Convicted art thief back in custody after escape
A 63-year-old man convicted of high-profile art thefts has been recaptured after escaping custody in January. He fled while traveling unescorted between a prison in Nieuwegein and a lower-security fac...
Zelensky: White House let drone deal with Ukraine fall through
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the United States rejected a proposal from Ukraine last year to supply interception drones. These defensive weapons are currently in high demand by the U.S. an...
Picking tulips for charity: seventh edition of ‘Pick for children's happiness’ approaching
The seventh edition of the charity event 'Pluk voor kindergeluk' will be held on Sunday, March 22, in Hillegom. Visitors can pick tulips at the Nieuweweg location to help raise funds for children's we...
DENK, SP and PvdD call for 'red line' against US and Israel over Iran
The Dutch political parties DENK, SP, and Partij voor de Dieren are urging the government to establish a "red line" against the United States and Israel concerning the conflict with Iran. DENK leader ...
Lead candidate Mangal (The New Politics) to continue alone, number 2 unaware: Very painful
Internal conflict has emerged within the Amsterdam-based party De Nieuwe Politiek as leader Eduard Mangal announced he will proceed alone, allegedly without informing the party's founder Marcella Perd...
Our eel is seriously threatened, but one crucial measure can save this mysterious animal: 'People don't realize how special they are'
The European eel population in Dutch waters has declined by 99% over the past 50 years, threatening the species with local extinction. Scientists warn that urgent intervention is required to protect o...
Recovering Griekspoor skips Miami Open
Tallon Griekspoor will skip the upcoming Miami Open as he continues to recover from an injury. His coach, Marc Dijkhuizen, stated that the tournament comes too early, but expects the player to return ...
Matthijs van Nieuwkerk honors Joost Prinsen in theater show
Matthijs van Nieuwkerk is paying tribute to actor and columnist Joost Prinsen in his latest theater show. The production serves as an homage to Prinsen's extensive career in the performing arts.
Life sentences for Muslim extremists over Moscow concert bloodbath
Muslim extremists have been sentenced to life in prison for a terror attack that killed 149 concertgoers at Crocus City Hall near Moscow. The massacre, which occurred two years ago, remains the deadli...
GroenLinks-PvdA on cooperation: Haarlemmermeer is a model municipality where a merger can bring concrete change
GroenLinks and PvdA are joining forces for the first time in the Haarlemmermeer municipal elections, framing the municipality as a key example where their merger can drive real change. The article ana...
Italian base in Iraq hit by rocket, no casualties
An Italian military base in Iraq was struck by a rocket, but no casualties or injuries were reported among the personnel. Defense Minister Guido Crosetto confirmed all staff are safe while authorities...
Houses still very expensive, but prices rising more slowly
House prices in the Netherlands are rising at a slower pace this year due to an increase in available housing from rental sales and new construction. However, economists anticipate that price growth w...
From library to brewery: vote at these unique locations in Amsterdam and Weesp
On Wednesday, March 18th, residents of Amsterdam and Weesp can vote for municipal council and district committee members. Several unique polling stations have been established for the occasion, includ...
Pussycat Dolls coming to Ziggo Dome in September
The American pop group Pussycat Dolls will perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on September 27 as part of their world tour. Members Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt, and Ashley Roberts are confir...
Decapitation suspect: I am sick and that proved fatal for my mother
Jesse R. appeared in a Dordrecht court to face charges for the murder of his 63-year-old mother, who was killed with an axe in Hellevoetsluis in April 2023. During the trial, the 32-year-old suspect a...
China passes ‘ethnic unity’ law, activists concerned
The Chinese National People's Congress has passed a new law aimed at strengthening ethnic unity and national cohesion. Human rights activists and experts expressed concern that the legislation may neg...
New quality mark for unique businesses in the city center
Amsterdam has introduced a new quality mark called 'The Seal of Amsterdam' to honor local entrepreneurs who contribute to the city's unique character. The award recognizes business owners with a stron...
Restoration of classic 'The Girl with the Red Hair' completed and showing at Filmkoepel Haarlem
The 4K digital restoration of the classic war film 'Het meisje met het rode haar' will be released in Dutch cinemas starting April 23. A special screening featuring the cast and crew is scheduled for ...
Rail traffic between China and North Korea resumes after six years
Passenger train services between China and North Korea have resumed for the first time in six years, according to Chinese state media. The cross-border rail link was originally suspended in 2020 due t...