Dutch News in English

Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.

Permit process for Ye concerts in Arnhem still ongoing
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Permit process for Ye concerts in Arnhem still ongoing

The municipality of Arnhem is currently processing the permit applications for two upcoming concerts by American rapper Ye. The performances are scheduled to take place at the GelreDome on June 6 and ...

Koos Breukel photographs visual artist Sarah Pichlkostner
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Koos Breukel photographs visual artist Sarah Pichlkostner

Discover the flavors and culture of Thailand at Amazing Thailand Fest
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Discover the flavors and culture of Thailand at Amazing Thailand Fest

Ronald Koeman on dropping Kees Smit: He is a different type of midfielder than Jerdy Schouten
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Ronald Koeman on dropping Kees Smit: He is a different type of midfielder than Jerdy Schouten

Netherlands national coach Ronald Koeman has excluded 20-year-old midfielder Kees Smit from the World Cup squad. Koeman opted for experienced players Marten de Roon and Mats Wieffer, citing their spec...

Limousines queue in Wijk aan Zee for Castor College graduation party. ‘Old cars have a certain charm’
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Limousines queue in Wijk aan Zee for Castor College graduation party. ‘Old cars have a certain charm’

Approximately 170 students from Castor College celebrated their graduation gala at Hotel Het Hoge Duin in Wijk aan Zee. The event featured a parade of luxury vehicles, including limousines and classic...

1,500 rubber ducks race for charity in Heemskerk, tickets on sale at local Rotary Club
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1,500 rubber ducks race for charity in Heemskerk, tickets on sale at local Rotary Club

The Rotary Club Heemskerk-Uitgeest is hosting a charity rubber duck race on May 31, where 1,500 ducks will be propelled through Heemskerk's municipal pond by the local fire department. Participants ca...

Energy displays often lead to lower consumption, but not for everyone
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Energy displays often lead to lower consumption, but not for everyone

Research from Tilburg University indicates that energy displays providing real-time data help households reduce their gas and electricity consumption on average. However, some residents prioritize per...

Traditional treats for birth of three baby storks in Elswout: 'Some ask if I’ve become a grandfather'
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Traditional treats for birth of three baby storks in Elswout: 'Some ask if I’ve become a grandfather'

Three stork chicks have recently hatched in a nest at the Elswout estate near Haarlem. Local resident George is celebrating the birds' arrival by offering traditional Dutch snacks to passersby while o...

Information security inadequate at many large mental health organizations
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Information security inadequate at many large mental health organizations

The Dutch Health and Youth Care Inspectorate (IGJ) reported that a majority of large mental healthcare organizations do not meet legal requirements for information security. The regulator has demanded...

Shops evacuated due to strange smell in Hoofddorp supermarket
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Shops evacuated due to strange smell in Hoofddorp supermarket

Several shops in Hoofddorp were evacuated on Wednesday afternoon as a precaution after a strange smell was detected at a Dirk van den Broek supermarket. The evacuation took place at Burgemeester van S...

No fine for Fletcher for now over asylum reception in Epe hotel
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No fine for Fletcher for now over asylum reception in Epe hotel

The municipality of Epe has decided not to fine the Fletcher hotel chain for continuing to house asylum seekers past the May 26 deadline. Although the deadline was missed, the municipality is allowing...

Koeman's World Cup squad: AZ's Kees Smit misses out, Depay included
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Koeman's World Cup squad: AZ's Kees Smit misses out, Depay included

Netherlands national team coach Ronald Koeman announced his squad for the upcoming World Cup on Wednesday afternoon. While Memphis Depay was included in the selection, AZ player Kees Smit did not make...

Help shape the future of hospitality in the Red Light District
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Help shape the future of hospitality in the Red Light District

The city of Amsterdam is developing a future plan for the catering industry in the Wallen district to ensure the area remains attractive for local residents. The initiative encourages public participa...

Former court employee sentenced to four years for selling data
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Former court employee sentenced to four years for selling data

A former employee of the Amsterdam district court has been sentenced to four years in prison, with one year suspended, for selling confidential data from judicial systems. The court also convicted the...

No money for public toilets in Velsen despite Accessibility Platform request
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No money for public toilets in Velsen despite Accessibility Platform request

The municipality of Velsen has announced it lacks the budget to install 24-hour public toilets. This decision comes despite formal requests for increased accessibility from the Platform Accessibility ...

Shops and restaurants in Heemstede center open doors during Spring Fair
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Shops and restaurants in Heemstede center open doors during Spring Fair

The annual Spring Fair in the center of Heemstede will take place this Sunday, featuring stalls, music, and activities for children. Many shops and restaurants along the Raadhuisstraat and Binnenweg w...

Dutch minehunter en route for possible deployment in Hormuz
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Dutch minehunter en route for possible deployment in Hormuz

A Dutch minehunter is departing for a NATO deployment in the Mediterranean Sea to be positioned for a potential mission in the Strait of Hormuz. Additionally, preparations are being made to send a spe...

Parliament wants pubs to show World Cup matches for free
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Parliament wants pubs to show World Cup matches for free

A majority of the Dutch House of Representatives wants the public broadcaster NOS to allow hospitality entrepreneurs to screen World Cup matches of the Dutch national team for free. The proposal sugge...

De Jong reaches first Grand Slam third round in Paris
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De Jong reaches first Grand Slam third round in Paris

Dutch tennis player Jesper de Jong reached the third round of a Grand Slam for the first time by defeating Federico Cinà at Roland Garros. De Jong, who entered the main draw as a lucky loser, secured...

Motorist ends up in water along N208 in Haarlem
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Motorist ends up in water along N208 in Haarlem

A motorist drove into the water along the N208 in Haarlem on Wednesday afternoon. No injuries were reported following the incident.