Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
NATO countries agree on 140 billion euros for Ukraine over two years
NATO member states have agreed to provide 140 billion euros in aid to Ukraine over the next two years. The 32 leaders are expected to formalize this commitment during an upcoming summit.
Solange's favorites: This is by far my favorite café in Amsterdam
Solange Former, an editor at indebuurt Amsterdam, shares her personal favorite local spots in the city. In this article, she reveals her top cafe recommendation among her preferred locations in Amster...
EU adds six Russians to sanctions list over Navalny poisoning
The European Union has imposed sanctions on six Russian individuals, including military scientists, for their alleged involvement in the poisoning of opposition leader Alexei Navalny. These measures i...
Juvenile detention for 17-year-old who supplied bag of cobras for attempted bombing of De Pizzabakkers
A 17-year-old boy has been sentenced to 200 days of youth detention, mostly suspended, for his involvement in an attempted explosion at a De Pizzabakkers restaurant in Amsterdam. The teenager provided...
Letschert proud of plan for mandatory internship compensation
Dutch Minister of Education Rianne Letschert has expressed pride in a new cabinet proposal to legally mandate internship compensation for vocational and higher education students. She stated that inte...
Minister still has no plan for housing vulnerable groups
Minister Eleanor Boekholt-O’Sullivan has not yet formulated a concrete plan to provide housing for vulnerable groups facing critical needs. While various stakeholders have developed preliminary buil...
Time is money in theater construction as costs threaten to soar: Every month of delay means 50,000 euros in extra costs
The renovation and new construction of the Stadsschouwburg Velsen are facing significant budget overruns, with delays costing an additional 50,000 euros per month. The local municipal council is now c...
DNB opens ATMs on Saba and Sint Eustatius
De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) has opened its first ATMs on the islands of Saba and Sint-Eustatius this week. The initiative aims to improve access to cash withdrawals for local residents, business owner...
Spectacular: judges find traffic fines too high, potential consequences for cabinet policy
Three judges have ruled against the government's decision to increase traffic fines for 2024 and 2025. These rulings could significantly impact national traffic fine policy in the Netherlands.
Going on holiday by electric car? Traveling to France is much cheaper than to Italy
Electric vehicle drivers planning a summer vacation face significant variations in charging costs across different European countries. Research indicates that travel costs differ depending on the dest...
Twan Huys discusses his new book in Heemstede: A personal story about fatherhood, grief and the healing power of walking
On Saturday, July 4, presenter and author Twan Huys will visit Boekhandel Blokker in Heemstede. He will discuss his new book, 'Het droompad,' which covers personal themes including fatherhood, grief, ...
Summer activities for children
The municipality of Haarlem is offering a variety of low-cost and free summer activities for children, including sports, creative workshops, and theater events. Families can utilize the local holiday ...
Cabinet wants more control over government cloud usage
State Secretary Willemijn Aerdts has announced plans to reduce the Dutch government's reliance on American tech companies for cloud services. The initiative aims to enhance data sovereignty and securi...
Holiday park residents allowed to stay, government introduces new rules
The Dutch cabinet has reached an agreement with municipalities to allow permanent residents of holiday parks to remain in their homes. Additionally, the government is developing new regulations to fac...
Vijlbrief: Meat might be 'a bit' more expensive due to temp agency ban
Dutch Minister Hans Vijlbrief suggests that meat prices may increase slightly starting in June 2028 due to an upcoming ban on temporary employment agencies in the meat sector. He defends the policy as...
Ajax lets unlucky Branco van den Boomen (30) leave for free
Ajax midfielder Branco van den Boomen is leaving the club on a free transfer to join the French side Angers. The 30-year-old player will continue his career in France after his departure from the Amst...
Flash powder on suspect could link to explosive attack
Provinces once again urge municipalities to house status holders
Dutch provinces are resuming their oversight role by calling municipalities to account for failing to meet housing targets for refugees with residency permits. While provinces have a legal mandate to ...
Polish PM believes Ukraine wants to de-escalate after row
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that Ukraine is committed to improving its tense relationship with Poland. This announcement followed discussions between the foreign ministers of both countri...
