Netherlands News in English
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Large fire in Heemstede, apartments evacuated
A large fire broke out this morning at a residence on Wasserij-Annalaan in Heemstede. Surrounding apartments have been evacuated as a precaution, and residents have been advised to keep doors and wind...
Public Prosecution Service demands TBS and mandatory psychiatric treatment for confused man who stabbed police officers in Noord
The public prosecutor has demanded a TBS order with compulsory psychiatric treatment for a 56-year-old man who stabbed two police officers in Amsterdam-Noord on March 18, 2025. The suspect, who was de...
Shelbourne supporters leave a good impression: "Great example"
Police in Amsterdam reported a positive experience with approximately 600 Shelbourne football supporters who visited the city yesterday for a match against Ajax. The fans displayed good sportsmanship,...
Person injured in stabbing on De Savornin Lohmanstraat in Amsterdam Nieuw-West
One person was injured following a stabbing incident on De Savornin Lohmanstraat in Amsterdam Nieuw-West late last night. Police have arrested a man and are currently investigating the conflict, which...
Photographer Erwin's tips for the best solar eclipse photos: Don't use digital zoom
Photographer Erwin Winkelman shares tips for capturing the solar eclipse occurring on August 12 using a smartphone. The phenomenon is expected to be clearly visible from Haarlem and throughout the Net...
Many parents pay extra for childcare despite higher subsidies
In 2025, 719,000 parents in the Netherlands received childcare subsidies for over 1.1 million children. Although the subsidy percentage increased from 65 percent in 2024 to 68 percent in 2025, many pa...
Amsterdam full of love: Mokum makes its debut on B&B Vol Liefde
Wadie, a new participant from Amsterdam, has joined the reality show B&B Vol Liefde. He travels to Ibiza with the goal of winning the heart of B&B owner Timothy.
After Bol and de Bijenkorf, eyewear chain Ace & Tate also hit by partner company data breach
Eyewear retailer Ace & Tate has confirmed a data breach involving a third-party logistics partner, impacting its customers. This incident follows a series of similar security breaches at other major D...
Running to Beethoven and music among carnivorous plants: Grachtenfestival begins again
The 29th edition of the Grachtenfestival has launched in Amsterdam, featuring over 150 jazz and classical music concerts held in unique, green-themed locations. Running until August 16, the festival s...
Running to Beethoven and music among carnivorous plants: Grachtenfestival returns
The 29th edition of the Grachtenfestival has officially begun in Amsterdam, featuring over 150 classical and jazz concerts centered around a green theme. The festival, which runs until August 16, show...
Actor Peter Faber (82) passes away: "In my day, theater was for kids who never played in the street"
Renowned Dutch actor Peter Faber passed away at the age of 82 due to heart complications. Throughout his extensive career, he appeared in iconic films like Max Havelaar and Soldaat van Oranje, and was...
Actor Peter Faber dies at age 82
Dutch actor Peter Faber has passed away at the age of 82. His family announced the news of his death on Friday.
17-year-old Rivaldo shot dead a year ago: "He was a star in the making"
One year ago, 17-year-old Rivaldo was fatally shot in the Holendrecht neighborhood of Amsterdam after intervening in a dispute over a stolen necklace. The perpetrator, who was 16 at the time, was rece...
Unprecedented number of burglaries at fire stations causes unrest: criminals have already struck 47 times this year
Fire stations across the Netherlands have been targeted by burglars 47 times this year, with police suspecting a criminal gang is stealing specialized rescue equipment for use in other high-stakes cri...
Street in Nieuw-West closed for one hour for police investigation following suspicious situation
Police in Amsterdam temporarily closed a street in the Nieuw-West district tonight following a suspicious situation. One person was arrested, though officials have not disclosed the nature of the inci...
We really want him to stay: Ajax coach and Davy Klaassen hope for Mika Godts
Ajax coach Míchel Sanchez and captain Davy Klaassen have expressed their strong desire for Mika Godts to remain at the club amid transfer rumors linking him to Paris Saint-Germain. The comments follo...
The Netherlands gets its first country music radio station
Former MOJO director Leon Ramakers is set to launch Jolene Country Radio in September, marking the first radio station in the Netherlands dedicated exclusively to country music. The station will offer...
Former minister deliberately waited until after elections to scrap labor migration plan
Former Minister of Social Affairs Mariëlle Paul deliberately delayed the announcement of the cancellation of an labor migration plan until after last year's elections. Internal documents revealed by ...
Purmerweg closed in both directions following single-vehicle accident
A driver was hospitalized after crashing into a bus stop on the Purmerweg in Amsterdam, likely due to a sudden medical emergency. Emergency services closed the road in both directions while conducting...
Bicycle dealers squeezed by wobbling Accell? 'Would be a real shame'
Bicycle retailers in the Netherlands are concerned about the stability of the manufacturer Accell and its potential impact on future bike inventory and parts availability. Dealers fear that supply cha...
My child wants to be a model: when is it a good idea? 'They can become addicted to attention'
As scouts actively search for new talent during the summer months, experts are offering guidance to parents whose children aspire to become fashion models. The advice explores how to support a child's...
Public Prosecution Service demands 12-month prison sentence for causing explosion at Zuidas Atrium
The Public Prosecution Service has demanded a 12-month sentence for a 17-year-old boy accused of causing an explosion at the Atrium office complex on the Zuidas in mid-March. The suspect, whose case w...
Reactions to the death of Jerney Kaagman: 'A voice in a thousand'
Dutch singer and television personality Jerney Kaagman passed away on July 31 due to complications from Parkinson's disease. Colleagues, friends, and former employers have paid tribute to her, highlig...
Earth & Fire singer and Idols judge Jerney Kaagman (79) has died
Jerney Kaagman, the lead singer of the band Earth & Fire and a former Idols judge, has passed away at the age of 79. She had been suffering from Parkinson's disease for several years.
WorldPride in pictures: This is the magic of the Zeedijk
As WorldPride Amsterdam nears its conclusion, major events continue to attract large crowds. Smaller local initiatives, such as the inclusive red carpet event on the Zeedijk, highlight the ongoing cel...
Women knocked off bicycles and assaulted on Weteringschans
In late July, two women were assaulted and knocked off their bicycles on the Weteringschans in Amsterdam after a confrontation with another female cyclist. One victim sustained injuries, and the suspe...
NPO investigates reports of dick pics sent in employee group chat
The Dutch public broadcaster NPO is currently investigating reports regarding an unsolicited explicit image sent in an employee group chat. A spokesperson has confirmed the investigation but declined ...
Drought alert leads to unique measures, but highest crisis phase remains absent today: why?
Dutch water boards are implementing unique local and regional measures to combat drought. However, the government has decided not to declare the highest crisis phase, as the energy and drinking water ...
Commemoration of the end of World War II at Lovely Indies
On August 15, 2026, a commemoration will be held at the Lieflijk Indië residential group in Haarlem to mark the end of the Second World War in the former Dutch East Indies. The event honors victims o...
Ajax eyes historic milestone this season: who will follow in Ricardo Kishna's footsteps?
Ajax is approaching a historic milestone in the Eredivisie, requiring 57 more goals to reach a total of 6,000 league goals. The club is currently tracking this progress to see which players will contr...