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.
Linda brings sexual trauma team to North Holland: 'I've left my trauma behind, I want that for others too'
Linda Kok has introduced the Expertise Team Sexual Trauma (ETST) to the Noord-Holland region to provide specialized support for victims of sexual abuse. Drawing from her own recovery experience, Kok a...
Maverick Jan fights for his waterfront palace. ‘There’s always something happening here. Who else has this in the Netherlands?’
Jan Bais, a 75-year-old resident of IJmuiden, is fighting to remain in his unique waterfront home after converting a houseboat into a structure on steel beams. The local municipality wants him to vaca...
Passengers head to the Netherlands after Spaniards leave the Hondius
A large-scale evacuation operation involving 23 countries is currently underway for passengers of the cruise ship m/v Hondius. Following the initial removal of Spanish passengers in Tenerife, other pa...
Tears at EDO's title: ‘It’s not the best day of my life, but it’s one of them’
EDO secured the championship and promotion to the second class following a 3-0 victory over their closest rival, FC Castricum. The win marks a significant achievement for the club, bringing a celebrat...
Kaya Lima dreams aloud after title with EDO: ‘I’m already looking forward to the second division’
Kaya Lima and his team HFC EDO have secured a championship title and promotion to the second class following a competitive match against Castricum. Lima delivered a standout performance in the first h...
Christina Curry expecting a girl
Christina Curry, the daughter of Patricia Paay, announced on Saturday that she is expecting a baby girl. She shared the news with her followers on Instagram by posting footage from a gender reveal eve...
This Haarlem local moved to Thailand fifteen years ago: ‘It still feels like a holiday’
Dave Numan, a former resident of Haarlem, permanently relocated to Thailand fifteen years ago following a vacation. He transitioned from his life in the Netherlands to one surrounded by Thai street fo...
'We really fought until the last moment.' Ricardo Schneider praises Haarlem's fighting spirit after narrow defeat
Haarlem's rugby team suffered a narrow 29-28 defeat against DIOK despite taking a late lead through a try by Ricardo Schneider. Coach Robbie Coetzee's side was praised for their fighting spirit, but t...
Cyclist seriously injured in single-vehicle accident in Bennebroek
A cyclist was seriously injured in a suspected single-vehicle accident on the Leidsevaart in Bennebroek during the night from Saturday to Sunday. Emergency services attended to the victim at the scene...
Liberation festivals, Sumit's favorites, cow watching and more news from the past week
This article explores the history and architectural features of the Torensluis bridge, explaining its unusual width and the large square marked on the ground. It is featured as part of a weekly news r...
Portable toilet fire at Beverwijk construction site, police investigating
A mobile toilet caught fire on Saturday evening at a construction site on Hoflaan in Beverwijk. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the incident after flames rose high from the sit...
1896 building permit insufficient: city center roof terrace must be removed
A homeowner in Amsterdam's city center must remove a roof terrace and external staircase by June 2026 or face a 10,000 euro fine. A judge rejected the owner's claim that a building permit from 1896 au...
Explosion at home in Haarlem, police investigating
An explosive went off at a residence on Fröbelstraat in Haarlem during the night between Saturday and Sunday. The blast caused damage to the front door, and local police have launched an investig...
Kleine Houtweg to become green cycle street, much to residents' dismay: 'It will be traffic chaos'
The Haarlem municipality plans to redevelop the Kleine Houtweg into a green bicycle street next year, incorporating new sewers and reduced car access. However, local residents are protesting the proje...
Second car fire on Bergerslaan in Beverwijk in ten days
A car caught fire on Bergerslaan in Beverwijk during the night between Saturday and Sunday. This incident marks the second vehicle fire to occur on the same street within a ten-day period.
Majority of musicians cannot make a living from music: financial uncertainty makes artists less likely to buy a home
A recent study reveals that the majority of pop musicians in the Netherlands struggle financially, with nearly half earning less than 5,000 euros net annually from their music. This financial instabil...
It sounds crazy, but it’s ‘hip’: running a marathon without training. ‘People are egging each other on, like: look how tough I am’
Running long distances like marathons without proper training has become a popular trend driven by social media influencers despite the physical risks. Experts are questioning the wisdom of this behav...
No panic or unrest at Telstar in relegation battle, says defender Jeff Hardeveld: ‘We have confidence in ourselves’
Telstar defender Jeff Hardeveld expresses confidence as the team fights to avoid relegation and maintain its position in the Eredivisie. With two matches remaining, Hardeveld draws on his previous exp...
'As a victim, you are left with your trauma even after the bruises fade', Edam photographer Leen Fleuriot raises awareness for violence against women
Edam-based photographer Leen Fleuriot is using analog photography to raise awareness about the lasting trauma of violence against women. Her project aims to highlight the psychological impact on victi...
Wietske and Ben form a band, but also work in construction and journalism: 'Musicians should take a stand against low rates'
Members of the band Jacht, who reside in Amsterdam and Haarlem, discuss the financial challenges of balancing their music careers with professional work in construction and journalism. They argue that...
Celine Cairo: ‘I worked hard for it, but I can make a living from my music’
Singer-songwriter Celine Cairo discusses her career as an independent artist, noting that she has successfully avoided record labels to retain her earnings. Known for her hit 'Hibernate,' the 35-year-...
How prolonged boredom can turn into intense stress: ‘You feel empty and aimless’
Psychologist Mirela Habibovic explains that a chronic lack of stimuli can lead to significant stress, leaving individuals feeling empty and aimless. She notes that the human body requires a certain le...
Wouter Klootwijk on what modern diners really want: ‘We still think for ourselves occasionally, but a lot is thought for us’
In his weekly column, Wouter Klootwijk discusses the expectations of modern restaurant guests and how the hospitality industry often makes choices for them. He specifically focuses on the role of mayo...
Milieudefensie figurehead wants to change Tata from within: is that possible?
Donald Pols, the director of Milieudefensie, is transitioning to a role at Tata Steel to attempt to reform the company's environmental practices from within. This career move has sparked a national de...
Follow the journey of drinking water with the Duin en Dorst podwalk: Waternet releases free interactive walk
Waternet has released a new interactive podwalk titled "Duin en Dorst," which guides walkers through the three-month journey of drinking water. The free audio tour provides educational insights into t...
Beverwijk admits: court lacked crucial info in Plantage case; 22 parking spaces must be compensated
The municipality of Beverwijk has acknowledged that crucial information regarding parking was missing during a court case about a new residential tower in the Plantage neighborhood. Documents obtained...
Koninklijke HFC soundly beaten at Katwijk, but Pieter Mulders not worried
Koninklijke HFC suffered a 4-0 defeat against Katwijk after holding the home team to a scoreless draw until halftime. Despite the loss, coach Pieter Mulders stated he is not worried about the team's p...
It feels strange to be finished before the play-offs, but Bloemendaal accepts it and ends with a dinner
Bloemendaal concluded their field hockey season with a 1-1 draw against Pinoké in the Amsterdamse Bos. While Pinoké has moved on to the play-offs, Bloemendaal's season came to an end, which the team...
Harry Styles fans volunteer in exchange for tickets
Approximately 200 Harry Styles fans are volunteering for the Salvation Army in Amsterdam in exchange for tickets to the singer's upcoming record-breaking concert series at the Johan Cruijff Arena. Thr...
What’s wrong? ‘After a long and caring life, we have had to say goodbye to...’
A reader has pointed out a common grammatical error in Dutch funeral notices where the phrasing incorrectly attributes a long life to the survivors instead of the deceased. This mistake often occurs d...