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.
Person missing at IJmuiden beach, emergency services on site: ‘Went swimming and hasn’t been seen since’
Emergency services, including the rescue brigade and coast guard, are searching for a missing swimmer in the sea near IJmuiden beach. The individual reportedly went for a swim and was not seen again, ...
Most Amsterdam children out of school for religious reasons must return to school
Most children in Amsterdam currently exempted from school for religious or ideological reasons will be required to return starting next academic year. The decision follows a Supreme Court ruling that ...
Injuries in collision between police car and scooter in Overveen, trauma team deployed
At least two people were injured in a serious collision between a scooter and a police car on Wednesday evening in Overveen. A trauma team was deployed to the scene at the Kop van de Zee to provide em...
Albert and Joyce from B&B vol liefde have married
Albert Diks and Joyce van der Tas, known from the reality show "B&B Vol liefde," were married on Wednesday. The wedding ceremony took place at Albert's castle in Catalonia, Spain.
Person rushed to hospital after stabbing at asylum seeker boat in Haarlem
A person was rushed to the hospital following a stabbing incident on Wednesday evening at the Conradkade in Haarlem. The incident occurred in the vicinity of a boat being used as an asylum seeker cent...
Boy (11) with verbal disability missing in Heemskerk
An 11-year-old boy with an Asian appearance and a verbal disability went missing on Wednesday evening in Heemskerk. Authorities are searching the area around 't Veer for the boy, who is non-verbal and...
Battling the heat: how the doorman, the fishmonger, and the paver get through the day
Workers across Amsterdam, including doormen at the Beurs van Berlage and fishmongers at the Dappermarkt, are adapting their routines to cope with high outdoor temperatures. While some use extra ice to...
Weekend tips: what to do in Amsterdam (June 26 - 28)
Amsterdam is expected to experience a heatwave from June 26 to 28, with tropical temperatures forecast for the weekend. The article provides a guide to local activities and events for those planning t...
Heavy damage after collision on Amsterdamsevaart in Haarlem, road temporarily closed
Two cars collided on the Amsterdamsevaart in Haarlem on Wednesday evening, resulting in significant vehicle damage. The road was temporarily closed to traffic following the accident.
Oil prices are falling steadily, but it is not yet noticeable at the pump
Despite Brent oil prices falling below $75 per barrel on Wednesday, fuel prices at the pump have seen a slight increase. This disconnect is primarily attributed to the strength of the US dollar.
Sultry summer evening draws hundreds to first Harbour Festival in Heemstede
Hundreds of people attended the first edition of the Harbourfestival in Heemstede on Wednesday evening. Although the turnout was lower than the organizers' goal of 1,000 visitors, the event was consid...
Dutch ministers appear in Damascus to discuss forced return of Syrian asylum seekers
Dutch ministers Bart van den Brink and Tom Berendsen met with the Syrian government in Damascus on Wednesday to discuss the forced return of Syrian asylum seekers. The diplomatic visit was kept secret...
Friendly but strict at De Pioniers allotment association anniversary: ‘If the garden isn’t in order, you can be fined’
Volkstuindersvereniging De Pioniers in Zwanenburg celebrated its 60th anniversary with a community barbecue and activities for children. The association noted that while its membership has become more...
Leimuider Bridge remains closed to shipping until tonight due to heat
The Leimuiderbrug will remain closed to shipping until tonight and throughout tomorrow morning due to technical malfunctions caused by expanding components in the heat. While road traffic can still cr...
Sweltering Beverwijk market empties: Vendors persevere in 30-degree heat: We stay out of the sun and drink plenty of water
The weekly market on Breestraat in Beverwijk was nearly empty as temperatures soared above 30 degrees Celsius during a heatwave. Despite the extreme heat and local festival week, vendors continued to ...
Heat strains Nieuw-Vennep festival week, but new water spectacle is a hit
Extreme heat has forced organizers of the Nieuw-Vennep festival week to cancel several indoor activities for vulnerable groups due to high temperatures in event tents. In contrast, water-based activit...
'What are the real health effects of Tata Steel's plans?' Health First calls for clarity before state grants billions in subsidies
The foundation Gezondheid Op 1 has filed a lawsuit against the Dutch State to halt a multi-billion euro sustainability subsidy for Tata Steel until its health impacts are fully understood. The group a...
Marieke Elsinga returns as host of RTL Boulevard this fall
Marieke Elsinga is set to return as a presenter for the Dutch television program RTL Boulevard this autumn. The announcement follows the news that she will be leaving her role on the Qmusic morning ra...
New Velsen city theater to be nearly twice as large, neighborhood concerned about parking
The new city theater in IJmuiden is planned to be significantly larger and taller than the current structure. Despite the expansion, local residents have voiced concerns primarily regarding the theate...
Increased risk of wildfires in almost all of the Netherlands
Persistent heat and drought have led to an increased risk of wildfires across nearly all of the Netherlands. On Wednesday, the fire department elevated the warning status to phase 2 for twelve additio...
Major fraud at sports company SRO, manager of facilities in Haarlem, Velsen and Zandvoort: Five million euros concealed
A five-million-euro fraud involving falsified invoices and work hours has been uncovered at SRO, a sports facility management company co-owned by the city of Haarlem. While the malpractice appears cen...
A day at Geversduin campsite for Odense House participants from Heemskerk and IJmuiden: ‘We used to camp everywhere’
Participants from the Odensehuizen centers in IJmuiden and Heemskerk recently enjoyed a day trip to Camping Geversduin in Castricum. The outing featured outdoor activities like jeu de boules and allow...
'Berry Bantam' on World Cup opponent Tunisia: "Piece of cake, we'll beat them 4-0"
Residents of Haarlem's Bantamstraat, including local reporter Berry Hendriks, are optimistic about the Dutch national team's final group match against Tunisia, predicting a 4-0 win. Despite the 1:00 A...
Postdocs and PhD students no longer have to pump during research time
Dutch trade unions and universities have reached a preliminary collective labor agreement to improve working conditions for female researchers. The agreement ensures that time spent on breastfeeding o...
Netherlands train with fit squad for final group match against Tunisia
The Dutch national football team has begun its final training session with a fully fit 26-player squad before their World Cup match against Tunisia. Manager Ronald Koeman oversaw the session held in K...
Heavy rain expected in Kansas City during Oranje fan celebrations
Fans of the Dutch national football team in Kansas City are expected to encounter poor weather conditions on Thursday, including potential heavy rain and thunderstorms. Light rain is forecast to begin...
Former Deputy Prime Minister Kajsa Ollongren appointed top EEAS official in Brussels
Former Dutch Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Kajsa Ollongren has been appointed as the new Secretary-General of the European External Action Service (EEAS). The announcement was made by ...
Fiber optic more popular in Haarlem than in the rest of North Holland
Haarlem is leading the transition to fiber optic internet in North Holland, with residents switching from traditional connections at a faster rate than elsewhere in the province. Data from the Netherl...
Local residents demand more say in court over billions in aid for Tata Steel
A group of residents living near the Tata Steel plant in IJmuiden has taken legal action to demand more influence over the Dutch government's potential multi-billion euro support for the company. They...
Asylum seekers arrive at reception center in Wijk bij Duurstede
Asylum seekers arrived at a temporary emergency shelter in Wijk bij Duurstede on Wednesday, where they are permitted to stay until the end of August. The facility's opening follows several incidents o...