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.
Future of key climate report uncertain after failed negotiations
Negotiations for the next IPCC climate assessment report have stalled due to disagreements over its release timeline and budget. While many countries want the report ready for the 2028 international c...
Roxeanne Hazes found the sound for her new album after a good nervous breakdown
Singer Roxeanne Hazes has released her new album, Tranen In De Giftshop, after overcoming creative doubts and focusing on a more authentic, nostalgic sound. The record features deeply personal tracks ...
Family ‘pitches’ grandma during this Amsterdam dating night: ‘There’s no need for fooling around, friendship is also welcome’
During the Week Against Loneliness, a special dating event in Amsterdam allows families to help their relatives over the age of 65 find new companions. Participants are open to finding romantic love o...
Vacancy | NU.nl is looking for a social economy and healthcare reporter
NU.nl is hiring a reporter specializing in social economy and healthcare to produce original, investigative stories for its audience. The full-time position requires three years of experience and is b...
Karremans on scrapping traffic plans: It hurts, but we have a huge problem
Minister Vincent Karremans has announced that new infrastructure projects will be cancelled to address a multi-billion euro deficit. The government is prioritizing the urgent maintenance of aging brid...
Albert Heijn online grocery delivery unavailable until at least Tuesday, customer data appears safe for now
Albert Heijn has suspended all online grocery deliveries until at least Tuesday due to a cyber incident that also took down its websites and apps. While the supermarket reports no evidence of data the...
Buying cheap cigarettes in Germany? Excise duties are rising sharply there too
Germany has approved major increases to tobacco taxes and introduced new levies on sugary soft drinks and certain alcoholic beverages. These measures, aimed at improving public health and boosting gov...
Insurers: fewer home fire damage claims in Haarlem again last year
The number of residential fire insurance claims and fire department interventions in Haarlem decreased last year. However, the total cost of damages remains high due to inflation and rising constructi...
ANWB acquires NextEnergy to become a major player in the energy market
The ANWB is acquiring energy supplier NextEnergy to expand its presence and capabilities in the dynamic energy market. The merger, which still requires regulatory approval, will allow the ANWB to leve...
Writer, poet, and filmmaker Nafiss Nia (58) brings poetry to the streets of Amsterdam with 'Poetry on the Sidewalk': 'Before you know it, you're enchanted'
Nafiss Nia, a poet and filmmaker, has founded the Poëzie op de stoep initiative to bring literature into the public spaces of Amsterdam. The project aims to foster community connection by displaying ...
More overnight stays in Amsterdam again, but fewer visitors from outside Europe
Amsterdam expects 24.4 million overnight stays in 2026, driven by continuous growth despite a drop in visitors from outside Europe. To manage the pressure of mass tourism and address resident concerns...
New artists exhibit work in Museumplein parking garage: "This is perfect"
Twenty young artists are displaying their work for one night in the parking garage under Amsterdam's Museumplein. The exhibition, organized to provide exposure for recent graduates, is open this eveni...
New setback for Zuidasdok: further delays and major concerns over funding
The Zuidasdok infrastructure project in Amsterdam faces significant delays and a funding shortfall of over one billion euros, leaving the completion of critical tunnels uncertain. Local officials are ...
Freek Gillissen (1955-2026) was a tower of strength for people with dementia and their loved ones
Freek Gillissen, a nursing consultant and co-founder of Alzheimercentrum Amsterdam, has died at the age of 71. He was highly regarded for his commitment to supporting both dementia patients and their ...
Why Yesilgöz is not panicking now that the VVD is taking a hit
This article discusses current Dutch political issues, including government efforts to manage infrastructure funding amidst budget cuts. It also touches upon parliamentary dynamics regarding tax plans...
Food banks relieved as Albert Heijn resumes operations: steady flow of donations restarts
Albert Heijn has restored its distribution operations, allowing the resumption of vital food donations to Voedselbanken Nederland after a brief disruption. The partnership is critical for the organiza...
Relief prevails: funding for Nedersaksenlijn, Eindhoven station, and Haringvliet bridge
The Dutch government has allocated billions of euros for major infrastructure projects, including the Nedersaksenlijn, improvements to Eindhoven Central Station, and the renovation of critical bridges...
Cabinet makes tough choices: see here which new traffic projects will proceed and which will not for now
The Dutch government is shifting 18 billion euros toward the maintenance and repair of existing infrastructure rather than investing in new expansion projects. As a result, numerous motorway expansion...
Netflix pulls AI-dubbed children's series full of language errors offline
Netflix has removed the children's series Spike due to significant backlash over poor-quality AI dubbing and grammatically incorrect translations. Experts have warned that the show's flawed language c...
Mayor closes premises after discovery of illegal sex club
Mayor Jos Wienen of Haarlem has ordered a three-month closure of a building on the Baan after an illegal, unlicensed sex club was discovered operating there. Authorities identified signs of potential ...
Quay along the Donkere Spaarne closed off
A section of the quay along the Donkere Spaarne in Haarlem is closing on October 20 due to the rapid deterioration of a retaining wall built in 1930. The city is implementing traffic adjustments, incl...
Millions of households feel the impact of rising energy prices in their wallets
Rising wholesale gas prices driven by international instability are forcing millions of households in the Netherlands to face higher energy costs upon contract renewal. The Authority for Consumers and...
No funding for Zuidasdok megaproject in new cabinet plans
The Dutch government has frozen funding for the northern part of the Zuidasdok project to prioritize the maintenance of existing national infrastructure. This decision delays one of the country's larg...
Protester who downplayed the Holocaust receives suspended community service
A man in Amsterdam received a fully suspended sentence for making antisemitic remarks during a pro-Palestinian protest and insulting police officers. The court ruled his comments regarding the Holocau...
André Hazes considered drinking again due to vocal problems: 'Far gone'
André Hazes has announced that he must pause his singing career due to persistent vocal problems that prevent him from performing. The singer admitted that the stress of the situation led him to brie...
Health Minister Hermans after SGP motion: Parties are attacking abortion rights, I will continue to defend them
Health Minister Sophie Hermans is facing criticism and a motion of disapproval from the SGP for refusing to stop an exploration into abortion procedures performed between 22 and 24 weeks of pregnancy....
Apax becomes sole owner of Odido in multi-billion deal
Private equity firm Apax Partners is acquiring full ownership of the Dutch telecommunications company Odido in a deal reportedly valued at 6.5 billion euros. The transaction is pending regulatory appr...
Rietje (87) trains for world record at 100: "I'm just going to try"
Eighty-seven-year-old Amsterdam resident Rietje Dijkman continues to train regularly for athletics competitions despite having two artificial hip replacements. She recently set a new Dutch record in t...
Hannah Mae struggled with panic and depression for a long time: 'Kept it to myself for a long time'
Singer Hannah Mae has spoken out about her past struggles with panic and depression, which she kept hidden for a long time while pursuing her music career. She overcame these challenges through therap...
Evelien de Bruijn to leave NPO Radio 2 due to budget cuts
Evelien de Bruijn will leave her position at NPO Radio 2 at the end of December due to budget cuts. Her Sunday time slot will be filled by Jorien Renkema as part of a wider reorganization of the stati...