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.
Die-hard 'zebra' Mark van der Laan briefly returns to beloved Blauw-Wit
Korfball coach Mark van der Laan recently competed against his former team, Amsterdam's Blauw-Wit, after moving to Groen Geel this summer. The match was an emotional occasion for Van der Laan, whose f...
Transavia to cut costs significantly due to insufficient profit
Transavia plans to implement significant cost-cutting measures to increase its profit margins from one percent to at least eight percent. While the specific details of these savings remain unknown, th...
Michelin doesn't look at how dirty the toilets are, but at what's on your plate: this is how stars are awarded
The Michelin Guide began as a marketing tool for a tire company to encourage travel, but it has become a global standard for restaurant ratings based strictly on culinary quality. The system uses anon...
Hack of Danish population register serves as wake-up call for the Netherlands: This could happen here too
A major cyberattack on the Danish population register has exposed the data of nine million people after hackers infiltrated the system through a third-party supplier. Cybersecurity experts warn that t...
Teenager acquitted of attempted murder of boxing gym owner in Almere
A teenager from Arnhem has been acquitted of the attempted murder of an Almere boxing gym owner due to insufficient evidence linking him to the shooting. While cleared of the primary charge, the teen ...
Champagne! These Haarlem restaurants retain their star in the new Michelin guide
Two Haarlem restaurants, Ratatouille Food & Wine and ML, have retained their Michelin stars in the 2026 guide. The announcement coincided with the centenary celebration of the first Michelin star awar...
Two Dutch restaurants receive two Michelin stars, seven receive their first
Two Dutch restaurants have been upgraded to two Michelin stars, while seven new establishments have earned their first star. Meanwhile, the city of Amsterdam lost two Michelin stars, and the guide has...
31 protesters arrested during Extinction Rebellion action at Schiphol
Approximately 31 Extinction Rebellion protesters were arrested at Schiphol Airport after demonstrating against KLM's frequent flyer program. The group argues that the loyalty system promotes excessive...
Suspect (27) arrested for robbing necklace from elderly Mieke (96)
A 27-year-old suspect has been arrested and extradited from Germany for the violent robbery of a 96-year-old woman in Overveen. The victim's family and friends had conducted their own search for the p...
Euro hits seventeen-month low due to political unrest in Europe
The euro has hit a seventeen-month low against the dollar due to mounting political and economic instability in France and Spain. Experts warn that this European market volatility and rising debt conc...
New artwork in Artis aquarium aims to make you feel like you are deep in the sea
A new art installation by Olafur Eliasson called Deep Seeing Currents has opened at the Artis aquarium in Amsterdam, offering visitors an immersive 12-minute auditory and visual experience of a deep-s...
New artwork in Artis aquarium aims to make you feel like you are deep in the sea
The Artis aquarium in Amsterdam has unveiled a new immersive art installation by Olafur Eliasson called Deep Seeing Currents. The 12-minute experience uses authentic underwater audio and lighting to s...
British school buses in trouble due to high diesel prices
Rising diesel costs are threatening the operations of British school bus companies, which are struggling to maintain services under fixed-fee contracts. Similar financial pressures are impacting trans...
No new Michelin-starred restaurants in Amsterdam, two restaurants lose stars
No new restaurants in Amsterdam received a Michelin star during the recent ceremony in Maastricht, while De Juwelier and Daalder lost their existing status. The city now counts sixteen one-starred res...
Ho, ho, ho! These are the dates for the Christmas market in Haarlem
The annual Christmas market in Haarlem is set to take place from December 11 to December 13, 2026. The three-day event will feature nearly 350 stalls and various entertainment programs located through...
Brain researchers win Nobel Prize in Medicine
Three researchers have been awarded the annual Nobel Prize in Medicine, with the ceremony set for December 10. The prize, funded by Alfred Nobel's estate, is the first to be announced in a series of a...
Biography of Pierre Bokma to be published in 2030
A biography about the life and career of actor Pierre Bokma is set to be published in 2030 with the actor's cooperation. The book will examine his extensive work in television, film, and theater, whil...
The opening of a bouillon restaurant in Weesp is no coincidence: People are queuing up for this concept
Bouillon d’Or has opened in Weesp following the success of similar bouillon-style restaurants in Amsterdam. The concept is gaining significant popularity, prompting questions about the criteria for ...
Controversial rapper Gims cancels Afas Live concert at the last minute
Rapper Gims has cancelled his European tour, including a planned performance at Afas Live in Amsterdam, citing unspecified personal reasons. The artist is currently facing formal charges in France rel...
Netherlands-Serbia match draws 2.2 million viewers and is most-watched international game
The Dutch national football team finished a series of four Nations League matches with two wins and two draws, placing them at the top of their group. The most-watched game of the period was the final...
Amsterdam scraps neighborhood budgets
The city of Amsterdam is ending its neighborhood budget program, which allowed residents to propose and secure funding for local improvements. These projects often focused on enhancing community space...
Amsterdam man competes for world porridge title in Scotland: 'Back again next year'
Amsterdam resident India Mae Abbas traveled to Scotland to compete in the World Porridge Making Championship held in Carrbridge. Although she did not win the Golden Spurtle trophy, she plans to refine...
Transport expert and economist Walther Ploos van Amstel dies at 64
Traffic expert and economist Walther Ploos van Amstel has died at age 64. A lecturer at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, he was well-known for his contributions to logistics, mobility, an...
Norway to temporarily ban AI glasses in crowded places
Norway is introducing a temporary ban on AI smart glasses in busy public spaces due to privacy concerns regarding unauthorized recording. The Netherlands is also debating the issue, with local retaile...
Dries Roelvink consoles sons through heartbreak: I want to help and embrace them
Singer Dries Roelvink is supporting his sons Dave and Donny through their recent breakups while navigating the boundaries of paternal involvement. He remains available for emotional support but recogn...
Vijlbrief: discrimination at UWV unacceptable, must be thoroughly investigated
Minister Hans Vijlbrief has demanded a comprehensive investigation into the UWV after reports emerged that the agency subjects people with non-traditional surnames to stricter fraud checks and higher ...
Cinemas cancel screenings of NAZA following threats against filmmakers
The documentary NAZA is being removed from Dutch cinemas around October 7 after filmmakers and their families received threats regarding the film's timing. The movie explores the Israeli military's us...
The Trump effect: diesel 0.4 cents cheaper at the pump today
Following threats from Donald Trump to restrict oil exports, the G7 countries have agreed to release 100 million barrels of strategic oil reserves to the market. This move led to a marginal decrease i...
Textbook market not functioning properly, regulator concludes
The Dutch competition authority (ACM) has identified significant issues in the school textbook market, citing rapid price hikes and the controversial practice of forced bundling by dominant publishers...
Will Amsterdam get new Michelin-starred restaurants today?
The new Michelin star awards for Dutch restaurants are being revealed today during a ceremony held in Maastricht. The industry is anticipating updates regarding new star recipients, potential losses, ...