Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
New minister admits ‘struggling’ with response to Iran war: This is his dilemma
Dutch Foreign Affairs Minister Tom Berendsen acknowledged that the cabinet is struggling to formulate a response to the conflict in Iran. During his first appearance in the House of Representatives, h...
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Automobiel provides free transport for disabled voters to Haarlem polling stations during elections
The transport service Automobiel will provide free transportation for voters with disabilities to polling stations in Haarlem on election day. This service will be available on Wednesday, March 18, be...
Bolt now allows women to choose female drivers
'I was really ready for an ice cream again': Ice cream parlors in Velsen open early due to nice weather
Several ice cream parlors in the municipality of Velsen have opened their doors early due to pleasant weather. This includes the Bonasera shop in IJmuiden, which officially started its season on Satur...
Ukraine reports new damage to Druzhba oil pipeline
Ukraine's Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal reported serious damage and a fire at the Druzhba oil pipeline following a Russian attack. The pipeline is used to transport Russian oil to several countries, i...
Judge finds ‘accidental’ €23 million bid on Hoofddorp ghost hotel implausible: ‘At own risk’
A real estate trader from Lelystad has lost six properties after a court rejected his claim that a 23-million-euro bid for the Hotelux Amsterdam Airport Hotel in Hoofddorp was a typing error. The judg...
Energy agency stands ready to stabilize oil market after price rise
The International Energy Agency (IEA) is prepared to intervene and stabilize the global oil market following price increases driven by the conflict in the Middle East. Member countries currently hold ...
Low income? Apply for a municipal tax waiver
Individuals and entrepreneurs with limited financial resources can apply for a waiver or reduction of their municipal taxes. Eligible applicants may be exempt from paying the tax entirely or only requ...
Nigel H. acquitted of providing weapon used to kill rapper Bigidagoe
'I read two books over the holidays,' but most Vellesan College students read too little
Vellesan College has introduced a new school library to encourage students to read more frequently. Lower-grade students were given the opportunity to explore the new facility on Tuesday morning as pa...
Red Cross scales up in Middle East
The Red Cross is significantly expanding its emergency aid and search teams across the Middle East due to the recent escalation of violence. Help operations are currently underway in Iran, Israel, and...
Hezbollah warns of open war with Israel
Hezbollah has warned that Israel's expanding ground operations and continued strikes in southern Lebanon could lead to a new open war between the two parties. The statement follows increased Israeli m...
KLM flies to Middle East to pick up stranded travelers
KLM is operating a flight to the Middle East on Tuesday evening to evacuate Dutch citizens stranded due to the conflict involving Iran. Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen announced the mission but did not...
March for women's safety in seaside resort Zandvoort: 'This affects everyone, not just women'
Residents and local politicians in Zandvoort are organizing a march on March 8, International Women's Day, to advocate for women's safety. The event aims to raise awareness about the lack of safety wo...
KLM flies to Middle East to pick up stranded travelers
KLM is operating a flight to repatriate 83 Dutch citizens stranded in the Middle East due to ongoing regional conflict. Foreign Affairs Minister Tom Berendsen confirmed the mission, noting that thousa...
Driver flees after collision with cyclist in Heemskerk, police start search
A car collided with a cyclist in Heemskerk on Tuesday afternoon, after which the driver fled the scene. The cyclist was treated by paramedics but did not require hospitalization, and police are curren...
Memorial on Amstelveld for Maxime (22) killed in skiing accident
A memorial site has been established at Amstelveld in Amsterdam for 22-year-old Maxime Chervet, who died in an avalanche during a skiing trip in Switzerland. Chervet, a local resident and football pla...
These students say goodbye to the Amsterdam Maritime School: ‘It feels strange to study at a dying program’
