Netherlands News in English
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GL-PvdA wants temporary off-peak travel for 9 euros per month
The GroenLinks-PvdA party has proposed a temporary "climate ticket" allowing off-peak travel across the Netherlands for nine euros per month between May and September. MP Habtamu de Hoop introduced th...
Widow of Rotterdam murder victim: husband’s life snatched away
Sendric S., 25, is standing trial for three murders committed in the Rotterdam-IJsselmonde neighborhood, including the fatal shooting of an 81-year-old man in January 2023. During the proceedings, the...
Johnny de Mol and Estelle Cruijff launch new show on Radio Noordzee
Estelle Cruijff and Johnny de Mol are launching a new weekly radio program titled "Cruijff & De Mol" on Radio Noordzee starting this May. The show will air every Friday afternoon, featuring celebrity ...
Fear in Nieuw-Vennep after murder of 59-year-old woman at train station, police conduct further investigation
A 59-year-old woman from Haarlemmermeer was found dead at a parking lot near the Nieuw-Vennep train station, prompting a murder investigation. The incident has caused significant shock and fear within...
From voluntary departures to reluctant exits: Hillegom bids farewell to six council members
On Tuesday evening, the municipality of Hillegom held a farewell ceremony for six outgoing council members. The event featured speeches, flowers, and a special tribute poem written by the village poet...
'He is a great danger to society': Amsterdam man convicted of murdering ex in Spaarnwoude remains in custody
A 44-year-old man from Amsterdam will remain in custody while appealing his 20-year prison sentence for the murder of his ex-girlfriend in Spaarnwoude. The court determined that the suspect, who has b...
'World keeper' André Krul finally cleared to play in Brazilian do-or-die battle
Goalkeeper André Krul has finally received his work permit to compete in Brazil after months of delays involving his transfer from Senegal. Although he missed the first three matches of the season, K...
Van der Valk Haarlem fears guests will be blown off benches and sit in dark rooms due to housing project
The Van der Valk hotel in Haarlem has appeared before the country's highest administrative court to challenge a proposed housing project on the site of a former government office. The hotel management...
Opposition outraged by D66 minister Sjoerdsma’s ‘incomprehensible’ deal and ‘ruse’
Dutch opposition parties have expressed anger over a plan by Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma to provide millions in aid to the Palestinian organization UNRWA. This move follows a previous agreement to cance...
Funcaps owners sentenced to three years in prison on appeal in Belgium
Two Dutch owners of the webshop Funcaps have been sentenced to three years in prison, with half the term suspended, by an appeals court in Antwerp, Belgium. The court ruled that the individuals import...
Apple turns 50: still relevant or ready for the museum? ‘They are not a pioneer’
As Apple celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026, critics argue the company has lost its innovative edge and is lagging behind in artificial intelligence. To mark the milestone and the company's histo...
Court examines accounts of fraudulent real estate entrepreneurs: criminal money allegedly invested in homes
The Public Prosecution Service is seeking the repayment of significant sums from former directors of a real estate company during a hearing at the Haarlem district court. The case involves allegations...
Game Over! Three more fraud suspects identified, victims in Den Helder and Katwijk
The police operation 'Game Over?!' has led to the identification of three new suspects linked to fraud cases in Den Helder and Katwijk. These individuals are suspected of involvement in two incidents ...
71 municipal notices regarding demolition and hospitality in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 71 permit applications last week, with 70 of them specifically related to projects within the city. These reports include updates on demolition and hospitality de...
Anja picks up breakfast at Oscar Bakery with dogs Bonnie and Lola: 'I always enjoy walking here in the harbor area'
Anja visited Bakery Oscar in the harbor area of IJmuiden to pick up breakfast while her two bulldogs, Bonnie and Lola, waited outside. She expressed her enjoyment of walking through the local port are...
Five seriously injured in fight at Schiphol hotel, British man (22) arrested
Five people were seriously injured during a fight at a hotel at Schiphol airport on Sunday evening. A 22-year-old British national was arrested by the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee following the inci...
Endless stories lie beneath the sand of Haarlem: Nearly 200 years of excavations now in one book
A new archaeological chronicle titled 'Onder het zand vandaan – Archeologische kroniek 1843-2023' provides a comprehensive overview of nearly 200 years of excavations in Haarlem. The book traces the...
Atmosphere at the Stopera: new council installed, debate on scout's report
The new city council of Amsterdam is being installed today at the Stopera, where members will be sworn in for a four-year term. Following the ceremony, a debate will take place regarding a proposal fo...
Rotterdam murder suspect: I shot on orders from voices
Sendric S., a 25-year-old suspect in three murders in Rotterdam-IJsselmonde, testified in court that he heard voices commanding him to kill. The suspect claimed the shootings on December 21, 2024, wer...
Beverwijk bids farewell to fifteen council members, royal decorations for Bayram Gezer and Co den Hartog
Fifteen council members in Beverwijk are stepping down to make room for new representatives for the upcoming four-year term. Long-time veterans Bayram Gezer and Co den Hartog were recognized with roya...
Check not only yourself but also your pet for ticks: ‘They like to hide between the toes’
During 'Week van de Teek,' pet owners are advised to check their dogs and cats for ticks after being outdoors to prevent potential diseases. Experts note that ticks often hide in hard-to-find spots li...
Star chef Nick Bril receives suspended sentence for fleeing after running over intern
Dutch celebrity chef Nick Bril has been sentenced to a twelve-month suspended prison sentence by a court in Antwerp. The ruling follows a 2024 incident where Bril ran over his assistant cook, Joe Clar...
Blossom Park Amsterdam Forest 2026: everything you need to know about the blooming season
The Bloesempark in the Amsterdamse Bos is preparing for its annual spring bloom in 2026, featuring the peak of the Japanese cherry blossoms. This natural event is short-lived, with the blooming period...
Delano Gouda is window cleaner and club top scorer at AFC in Amsterdam: ‘Someone from The Hague finds his way anywhere’
Delano Gouda, a striker from The Hague, has become the top scorer for the Amsterdam-based club AFC during his debut season in the second division. His contributions have been vital in keeping the team...
Consumers' Association: Peat-based potting soil harms nature and climate
The Dutch Consumer Association (Consumentenbond) is advising gardeners to avoid potting soil containing peat due to its negative impact on nature and the climate. The organization warns that "bio" lab...
Stores sold more goods in February
Retail turnover in the Netherlands increased by 1.3 percent in February compared to the same month last year, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The growth was largely driven by a strong perfo...
Utrecht province fines bus operators for public transport problems
The province of Utrecht is fining bus operators Transdev and Keolis for persistent service issues, including high cancellation rates and a shortage of vehicles. Transdev faces a penalty of at least 1....
The 5 of… drummer Martijn Bosman: ‘Behind those drums feels like a safe haven’
Martijn Bosman, a prominent drummer from Haarlem who has played for bands like Kane and Guus Meeuwis, is set to perform at De Pletterij on April 13. The article profiles his extensive career working w...
Public administration professor on informateur Don Bijl's resignation in Beverwijk: ‘This is very childish’
The information phase of government formation in Beverwijk collapsed after informateur Don Bijl resigned following a dispute with the local Forum for Democracy (FvD) faction over the number of meeting...
Model railway club resumes train rides in Spaarnwoude recreation area, season starts on Easter Sunday
The Model Building Association Het Y has completed maintenance on the model train tracks in the Spaarnwoude recreation area to prepare for the new season. The trains are scheduled to resume operations...