Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
First public appearance by Iranian Guard commander since war began
Ahmad Vahidi, commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, has made his first public appearance in Tehran since the recent conflict with the US and Israel. During the event, he paid tribute to the la...
A look at a Haarlem reading club: 'Reading together makes it easier to actually do it'
This article explores a local English-language book club in Haarlem that helps participants find time to read amidst their busy schedules. The group serves as a source of inspiration and accountabilit...
Brand new De Krocht is a construction site again. Everything torn up once more for sound barrier
Less than six months after its renovation, the De Krocht theater in Zandvoort is undergoing construction again to install soundproofing. The original renovation failed to meet noise insulation require...
Working longer hours, layoffs and delayed bonuses: thousands of Mercedes employees protest
Thousands of Mercedes-Benz employees are protesting against planned cost-cutting measures, including increased working hours without salary increases. The demonstrations also address broader job losse...
Taste one hundred different beers at the eleventh Midsummer Beer Festival Klein Duimpje
On Saturday, July 4, thousands of beer enthusiasts will gather in Hillegom for the eleventh edition of the Midzomer Bierfestival at the Klein Duimpje brewery. The event, which has become a local tradi...
Deaths in Ukraine following new Russian attacks
Recent overnight Russian attacks in Ukraine have resulted in at least four deaths and ten injuries, according to local authorities. These strikes mark a continued escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Newspaper: investigation into damage in Brussels after large US party
Authorities in Belgium are investigating reports of property damage at the Royal Museum of Art and History in Brussels following a large party hosted by U.S. Ambassador Bill White. The newspaper Het N...
FVD and Liberaal Blauw claim opposition role outside Velsen council agreement; coalition parties deny alliance
In the municipal council of Velsen, political parties are debating the nature of their cooperation, with FVD and Liberaal Blauw claiming an opposition role outside of the council agreement. The situat...
Schiphol and other major airports warn of wait times of up to five hours due to new customs system
A4 near Leimuiden remains closed due to malfunction, long traffic jams expected Friday morning on A4 between The Hague and Amsterdam
The A44 motorway between Sassenheim and Leimuiden remains closed on Friday morning due to a traffic signal malfunction. This closure has caused significant traffic congestion on the A4 between The Hag...
Outgoing director Ted Brandsen honored with Silver Medal at Dutch National Ballet gala
After 23 years of service, Ted Brandsen has stepped down as director of the Dutch National Ballet. He was honored with an Amsterdam Silver Medal by Mayor Femke Halsema during a gala event for his sign...
Three cars damaged in Hoofddorp car fire
Three cars were damaged during a fire in a parking lot on Johannes Verhulsthof in Hoofddorp on the night between Thursday and Friday. Local authorities are investigating the incident.
Heemstede council keeps purse strings tight despite healthy savings. Funds reserved for sports facilities, primary schools, and town hall
The municipal council of Heemstede has opted for financial restraint during the budget framework discussions, despite the town's currently healthy financial position. All proposals requesting addition...
Two 'well-known' Heemskerk residents spend a day in IJmuiden: 'I stopped my Heemskerk supermarket in time'
Jolanda and Jan Nijman, well-known residents of Heemskerk, spent a day in IJmuiden. The couple planned to enjoy the view at the Kop van de Haven before having lunch at a local restaurant.
Public Prosecution Service halts investigation into falling block that broke Sabine's neck: "Slap in the face"
The Public Prosecution Service has halted the investigation into an incident where a woman broke her neck after being struck by a falling piece of foam furniture in Amsterdam. Despite police and detec...
Car crashes into highway arrow truck and flips onto side on A4 near Nieuw-Vennep
A car collided with a highway maintenance vehicle on the A4 near Nieuw-Vennep on Friday morning, causing it to flip onto its side. No further details regarding injuries were immediately reported follo...
In the 1970s, Grote Bickersstraat was a disaster to live in. What did the municipality do? Only fix the facades
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson: Disney working on third Moana film
Actor Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has confirmed that Disney is working on a third installment of the Moana animated film franchise. No further details regarding the plot or release date have been announ...
Dutch people went on holiday almost 22 million times last summer
According to data from Statistics Netherlands, residents of the country went on vacation 21.9 million times last summer. Between late April and early October 2025, 72 percent of the Dutch population a...
Over one million euros raised via Giro 5125 for aid to Venezuela
The Red Cross has raised over 1.1 million euros through giro 5125 to support victims of the recent earthquake in Venezuela. The fundraising campaign was launched last Friday by the organization.