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.
Summary: Futsal Amsterdam forced into decider for final spot after defeat
Futsal Amsterdam failed to secure a spot in the national title finals after suffering a 4-2 defeat against ZVG in the second match of their playoff series. Despite a second-half comeback that brought ...
Star chef Nick Bril on intern accident: 'I often felt like a loser'
Dutch star chef Nick Bril has spoken publicly for the first time about the accident that seriously injured his intern, Joe Claridge. Bril discussed the emotional toll of the event and expressed gratit...
Stoffer advocates for distributing asylum seekers based on culture and religion
SGP leader Chris Stoffer has proposed that cultural and religious backgrounds should be taken into account when distributing and housing asylum seekers. Speaking at a party meeting in Nieuwegein, Stof...
Prison sentence for man from Opheusden who abused two minor employees
A 40-year-old man from Opheusden has been sentenced to 30 months in prison, with 10 months suspended, for sexually abusing two minor employees. The court found him guilty of abusing the boys during th...
SGP demands lower abortion rates in exchange for support for cabinet plans
The Dutch political party SGP has demanded that the cabinet implement measures to reduce historically high abortion rates. The party stated it will withdraw its support for the minority government's p...
DPG Media extends newspaper project for people in poverty
DPG Media is extending a project that provides 5,000 free annual newspaper subscriptions to individuals with low incomes. The decision follows a study by Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, whi...
Enticing with stories: André Nuyens hopes youth book raises awareness of the impact of war
Author André Nuyens has released a new youth book containing eight stories about the resistance during World War II. The publication aims to raise awareness among younger generations about the causes...
This currant bun wins our taste test: 'Well-made for a factory bun'
Three baking experts conducted a blind taste test of ten different supermarket currant bun brands to identify the highest quality factory-made option. The review evaluated the buns based on texture an...
Fewer people stayed at Warffum reception center last night
On Friday night, 45 asylum seekers stayed at a reception center in Warffum, a decrease from the 82 individuals present the previous night. The Red Cross suggests this reduction is likely due to more p...
Discover the story of Haarlem's 'Woman in the Resistance' artwork in this TV program
The new TV program 'Kunst in het wild' explores the history and public perception of the 'Vrouw in het Verzet' (Woman in the Resistance) artwork in Haarlem. The show aims to reveal the story behind th...
Thrift shopper Francis discovers 'Eric Clapton's trousers' in Oud-Zuid
In the latest episode of 'Kringlopen met Francis,' presenter Francis Broekhuijsen visits a luxury second-hand menswear shop in Amsterdam Oud-Zuid, where he discovers a pair of trousers formerly owned ...
Haarlem council bans new snack bars around Spaarnwoude station: 'We want a healthy city'
The Haarlem city council has voted to ban the opening of new snack bars and fast-food outlets in the future Hart voor Oostpoort neighborhood near Spaarnwoude station. This initiative aims to combat ob...
Cyclist injured in Bloemendaal accident, police still unsure exactly what happened
A cyclist was injured in an accident on Brederodelaan in Bloemendaal around 1:15 AM on Saturday morning. Local police are currently investigating the circumstances of the incident and have issued a ca...
Over half a million views for old cheese shop at Hobbesteeg 4: narrow outside, modern family home inside
A former cheese shop in Beverwijk, built in 1910, has gained over half a million views on social media after being listed for sale as a modern family home. The 142-square-meter property at Hobbesteeg ...
Reading skills continue to decline. Can these books bring back the joy of reading for children? 'They are hugely popular and almost always checked out'
Dutch children's literacy is declining as they read less with age, but graphic novels remain highly popular and are seen as a potential tool to restore reading pleasure. Experts suggest that shifting ...
Backyard shed goes up in flames in Haarlem
A shed in the backyard of a home on Delftlaan in Haarlem was completely destroyed by fire during the night from Friday to Saturday. The structure was fully engulfed in flames throughout the incident.
Trucks take priority over terraces in Haarlem city center, clear majority says: 'Take your coffee elsewhere'
A survey of 600 respondents indicates that approximately 60 percent prioritize shop deliveries over early morning terrace seating in Haarlem's city center. Most participants believe that leisure activ...
Mystery: do you know what these two statues on the Rijksmuseum facade mean?
This article highlights two less prominent statues located on the facade of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. It invites readers to solve the mystery of who these specific figures represent among the muse...
Zandvoort brothers fulfill dream: taking self-built boats out to sea
Brothers Huig and Joop Molenaar from Zandvoort are nearing the completion of two self-built sailing boats based on traditional Shetland Island designs to honor their town's maritime history. The sibli...
Car in water in Heemskerk, occupants flee
A car crashed into the water along the Starweg in Heemskerk during the night between Friday and Saturday. No occupants were found at the scene as they had already fled before emergency services arrive...
A GVB bus in Albania or Cuba: why you see Amsterdam’s cast-offs all over the world
Former Amsterdam city buses are being repurposed in countries worldwide, such as Albania and Cuba, as the city works toward a fully zero-emission fleet by 2028. These retired diesel vehicles are sold ...
New elite education with deep pockets: who is paying for the Leiden master's?
The private Pascal Institute is launching a new master's program at the Leidse Zeevaartschool this fall, targeting students seeking alternatives to traditional universities. The elite educational init...
Badhoevedorp residents reject measures against non-resident parking nuisance
Residents of Badhoevedorp-Noord have voted against the implementation of temporary parking measures intended to combat nuisance from non-resident parkers. The decision follows a municipal survey launc...
How powerful is the Ajax hard core?
An investigation by AT5 reveals the significant influence of Ajax's hard-core supporter group, the F-side, which has led to security lapses and intimidation at the Johan Cruijff Arena. Stewards report...
'They take our houses and rape our daughters': Persistent prejudices about asylum seekers exposed
This article examines and fact-checks common prejudices regarding asylum seekers and status holders in the Netherlands, which frequently emerge during protests and on social media. It aims to provide ...
Plans and more plans, and ultimately the state pension panic is for nothing, concludes Jan-Kees Emmer
The Jetten cabinet has scrapped its controversial plans to scale back the AOW state pension less than 100 days after taking office. Social Affairs Minister Vijlbrief stated that the government will re...
Koen Suyk (72) was the Netherlands' top hockey photographer for years; now he is happy mowing the fields of Bloemendaal
Koen Suyk, a 72-year-old veteran sports photographer from Haarlem, is retiring after a career spanning 52 years. Known for his hockey photography across the Netherlands, Suyk will now spend his time e...
Lidy wanted to go green and expected 'free advice' with a guarantee, but ended up paying a fortune for nothing
Lidy was billed thousands of euros after seeking supposedly free sustainability advice for her home that came with a satisfaction guarantee. The charges were applied when she decided not to proceed wi...
New suspect (35) arrested after body found in ditch in Herpen
A 35-year-old man from Oss was arrested on Saturday morning for suspected involvement in the death of a 47-year-old man found in a ditch in Herpen. Police also announced that a 33-year-old man previou...
No new holiday bungalows at Vogelenzang campsite until October 1. Mistrust remains despite court promise
The co-owner of MarinaParken has promised a Haarlem court that no new holiday bungalows will be installed at Camping Vogelenzang until October 1. This agreement was reached during a summary proceeding...