Netherlands News in English
Netherlands news in English — Dutch national headlines covering politics, housing, immigration, the economy, transport and daily life, translated and updated throughout the day for the international community.
Busy conditions at Schiphol as expected: Fits the summer holiday
Schiphol Airport reports that passenger traffic during the first week of the nationwide summer holidays is proceeding as expected. Airport officials described the current situation as normal for the b...
Dutch state not in breach of obligations to Tata Steel neighbors
A court has ruled that the Dutch State is currently not violating its obligations to protect the living environment of residents near Tata Steel. This decision follows summary proceedings initiated by...
Esther from B&B Vol Liefde reveals terminal illness: 'Not looking for new love'
Esther, a participant from the Dutch dating show B&B Vol liefde, has revealed that she was diagnosed with terminal esophageal cancer shortly after filming. She stated that she is not looking for a new...
EU says TikTok not doing enough to protect minors
The European Commission has stated that TikTok fails to adequately protect minors, thereby violating EU digital regulations. Concerns include the high visibility of minors' accounts, which may expose ...
Relief for Tata Steel: judge does not block billion-euro subsidy
The court in The Hague has ruled in favor of Tata Steel, allowing the 2 billion euro government subsidy intended for the company's sustainability efforts to proceed. This decision is crucial for the f...
UWV to start repaying incorrect WIA benefits in September
Starting September 1, the UWV will begin issuing repayments to tens of thousands of long-term sick employees in the Netherlands. These workers received incorrect WIA benefit payments between 2020 and ...
Teddy Swims returns to the Ziggo Dome next year
American singer Teddy Swims has announced a return to the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam for a concert on March 16, 2027. This performance is part of his upcoming tour, titled The Ugly Tour.
At 36, Daley Blind is now the oldest at Ajax: 'You can call me a veteran'
At 36 years old, Daley Blind has returned to AFC Ajax and is now the oldest player in the squad. During a match in Serbia, the defender emphasized his leadership role and responsibility within the tea...
Farmers need not fear mass revocation of nature permits
The revocation of nature permits for five livestock farmers in North Brabant has caused concern within the agricultural sector. However, experts suggest that a widespread cancellation of such permits ...
Attention Harry Potter fans: watch all the films in one weekend at this Haarlem cinema
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Pathé cinemas are hosting special screenings and marathons of the film series this summer. Fans in Haarlem can experienc...
Meiland family takes over Frisian farmhouse for first RTL show
The Meiland family has begun filming their first RTL program at a dairy farm in Friesland. The family members are temporarily taking over the care of seventy cows for the show.
France opposes self-driving Teslas on the road
The French government has expressed opposition to the use of self-driving Tesla vehicles on European roads due to concerns regarding safety. In contrast, the Netherlands continues to permit the use of...
Shop lifters to pay significantly more: damages increased for the first time in 13 years
Starting in mid-September, the compensation fee for shoplifting in the Netherlands will increase from 181 to 242 euros. This marks the first adjustment to the penalty amount in over 13 years.
Major crackdown on pimp gang: 'Romanian men considered red-light district their property'
Seven men were arrested following police raids on Amsterdam's red-light district for operating a Romanian pimping ring. The suspects allegedly exploited sex workers for years through deception, threat...
Over nine thousand fewer flights at Schiphol due to cold and war
Schiphol Airport processed over 9,100 fewer flights in the first half of this year compared to the same period in 2023. These cancellations were primarily caused by severe winter weather and flight re...
New coach Míchel satisfied after Ajax start, but also critical: 'I was indeed very angry about that'
Ajax coach Míchel expressed satisfaction with his team's performance following their 1-3 victory against Vojvodina on Thursday. This win marks the first step for the Amsterdam-based club toward quali...
Initially failed, then passed after review: grading errors in Calandlyceum final exams
Three students from the Calandlyceum in Amsterdam successfully appealed their failing grades after discovering significant grading errors in their final mathematics exams. The students were able to pa...
US announces new import tariffs of 10 and 12.5 percent
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced new import tariffs ranging from 10 to 12.5 percent on 60 trading partners, including the European Union, China, and the United Kingdom. The measures were conf...
Actor Cees Geel laid to rest: 'Intimate and loving farewell'
Dutch actor Cees Geel has been laid to rest in a private ceremony following his death at the age of 61. He passed away last week due to a cardiac arrest.
Persistent fugitive (24) walks ‘very calmly’ after wild chase: fit officers catch him anyway
A 24-year-old man from Amsterdam was arrested in Haarlem on Wednesday evening following a high-speed police chase that involved a helicopter and a damaged utility pole. After abandoning his vehicle, t...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (July 24-26)
This article provides a curated list of activities and events happening in Haarlem during the weekend of July 24-26. It aims to help residents and visitors enjoy their summer weekend with various loca...
After Belgium, Dutch reporting center also finds no discrimination by Sophie Straat
The Dutch anti-discrimination hotline Discriminatie.nl has concluded that comments made by Sophie Straat at the Best Kept Secret festival do not constitute discrimination based on race or gender. The ...
Ajax kicks off the new season in Serbia
Ajax officially begins its 2026-2027 season today with a UEFA Conference League second qualifying round match against FK Vojvodina in Serbia. This match marks the debut of new head coach Míchel Sánc...
AEX closes significantly lower, oil prices surge due to war with Iran
The AEX index closed significantly lower on Thursday amid a broader negative sentiment across European stock markets. Investors reacted to rising oil prices driven by the ongoing conflict in the Middl...
For the first time in twenty years we are getting new euro banknotes, these are the designs we can choose from
The European Central Bank has unveiled new design options for upcoming euro banknotes, marking the first major update in twenty years. European citizens are invited to participate in a public vote to ...
Inner dikes near Durgerdam full of cracks: water board on patrol
Due to a persistent precipitation deficit, the Hoogheemraadschap Hollands Noorderkwartier is conducting extra inspections of peat dikes near Durgerdam to monitor drought-related cracks. While the curr...
Guests at Sandevoerde campsite refuse to give up, won't 'make way for the rich'
Long-term guests at Camping Sandevoerde in Zandvoort are continuing their legal battle against the campsite owner to prevent the site from being redeveloped into luxury chalets. Meanwhile, a similar c...
Visitors disappointed by cancellation of Kwaku Summer Festival: "It must stay"
The Kwaku Summer Festival will cease operations in its current form after this year due to rising organizational costs and stricter permit requirements. Despite deep disappointment from visitors and p...
Ajax presents new away kit with bus on Elandsgracht: "The color suits me well"
Ajax has unveiled its new away kit with an event on the Elandsgracht in Amsterdam. The team will debut the new shirt during their match against the Serbian club FK Vojvodina.
Through public transport gates without scanning in the future? GVB conducts 'promising' trial
GVB has successfully tested a new hands-free check-in system for public transport fare gates using ultra-wideband technology at Amsterdam Central Station. The trial demonstrated that this method is ac...