Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Philosopher Jacqueline Duurland at Badhuis Leidsebuurt
The Badhuis in the Leidsebuurt will host philosopher Jacqueline Duurland and a singer-songwriter this Sunday afternoon to celebrate International Women's Day. The event offers a cultural program for t...
UN demands clarity from US on bombing of school in Iran
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk is demanding that the United States clarify its potential involvement in a bombing of an Iranian school that reportedly killed at least 150 people. Military investig...
Chancellor Merz warns of Iranian state collapse
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has warned that a prolonged conflict against Iran could lead to the collapse of its state institutions and Syrian-style chaos. He stated that such instability would ha...
Health Inspectorate investigates work culture at Erasmus MC ICU
The Health Care and Youth Inspectorate is investigating the work culture at the Erasmus MC intensive care unit in Rotterdam. The probe follows reports from NOS and Nieuwsuur regarding a crisis of conf...
Ten reports of loud bangs at Harsco processing plant
The North Sea Canal Area Environment Service has received ten reports of loud bangs originating from the Tata Steel site. These incidents are specifically linked to activities at the processor Harsco.
Santpoort-Noord gets ATM back: residents can withdraw cash at Dekamarkt from March 23
Residents of Santpoort-Noord will regain access to a local ATM starting March 23, with a new Geldmaat machine being installed at the Dekamarkt supermarket. This move restores cash withdrawal services ...
Brussels calls Zelensky's threat to Orbán unacceptable
The European Commission has labeled threats made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky against Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán as "unacceptable." A spokesperson emphasized that no threats s...
Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood to Paradiso in September
The Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood will perform a concert at Paradiso in Amsterdam on Monday, September 7. The event marks the artist's upcoming visit to the Netherlands.
Voting gives you influence over policy in your municipality
The article encourages citizens to express their opinions by voting on statements to influence local municipal policy. It highlights that participation in these polls provides individuals with a way t...
Trump: Only deal with Iran is unconditional surrender
U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Truth Social that he is only willing to negotiate a deal with Iran if the country agrees to an unconditional surrender. Trump emphasized that while the terms are ...
Oil agency not yet planning to tap reserves: 'Temporary disruption'
The International Energy Agency (IEA) currently has no plans to release oil reserves despite rising energy prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East. The agency attributes the situation to seri...
Education beckons aspiring teachers: ‘It’s a bit of a puzzle, as I didn’t study English’
A Meet & Greet event featuring 42 schools from the Haarlem, Haarlemmermeer, and Amstelland regions saw a high turnout of prospective teachers interested in the profession. The gathering highlighted th...
Minister will not intervene after accident caused by border controls
The Dutch cabinet has decided not to intervene in border controls with Germany despite a five-vehicle collision on the A12 highway near Babberich. The decision follows a request from the Mayor of Doet...
Rapper Yukkie B. (1969-2026) was a fixture in the Amsterdam rap scene for years
Roadworks in Linnaeusstraat cause bicycle traffic jams: ‘You know problems will arise’
Politics on the Amstel: The roast of Zita Pels (GroenLinks) and VVD overtakes FvD on the right
Journalists from major media outlets discuss the upcoming municipal elections in Amsterdam and key political debates in the latest episode of the 'Politiek aan de Amstel' podcast. The discussion highl...
Rijnland renovates wastewater treatment plant in Haarlem Waarderpolder
The Rijnland District Water Control Board has officially started the renovation and expansion of the wastewater treatment plant in Haarlem's Waarderpolder. The project began on March 5 with the instal...
These new Amsterdammers vote for the first time: "It is safe here"
An information session was held at neighborhood center Boost in Amsterdam to encourage newcomers with refugee backgrounds to participate in upcoming elections. The initiative aims to overcome barriers...
Concerns about Schrijversbuurt in Heemskerk remain, but no one wants to delay the construction plan: ‘This is not the last time we will speak about this. These are the broad outlines, the details follow’
The expansion of the Schrijversbuurt neighborhood in Heemskerk will nearly triple the number of homes to address the regional housing shortage. Despite concerns regarding traffic, greenery, and shadow...
