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.
Twelve years in prison for fatal shooting in Vlissingen supermarket
A court in Breda has sentenced 24-year-old Jordy C. to twelve years in prison for a fatal shooting in a Vlissingen supermarket on June 22 last year. The incident resulted in the death of 44-year-old T...
670 cartons of illegal cigarettes found during check on Randweg and Industrieweg in Beverwijk
Authorities in Beverwijk seized 670 cartons of illegal cigarettes, 400 flavored vapes, and numerous fatbikes during a joint inspection on Randweg and Industrieweg. The operation involved the local mun...
Frits Spits had to get used to retirement: 'It was a hard transition'
78-year-old radio veteran Frits Spits shared in a recent interview on NPO Radio 1 that he found the transition to retirement difficult after stopping his radio work in late December. Speaking on the p...
65 municipal reports on construction and more in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 65 permit applications last week, with 64 specifically for Haarlem and one for Spaarndam. These reports primarily involve construction and development projects, a...
De Oerkap and Parksessies host musician P.J.M. Bond: ‘See my music as an indictment of all AI music and those mega-concerts by artists like Harry Styles’
Musician P.J.M. Bond will perform at De Oerkap and Parksessies, promoting a new album recorded with a focus on spontaneity and live takes. Bond views his raw musical approach as a deliberate protest a...
Nick de Graaf (HBC) isn't a natural striker, but he's the region's top scorer: 'Euphoric feeling like nothing else. Amazing!'
Nick de Graaf of HBC finished the 2025-2026 football season as the regional top scorer with 19 goals. He secured the title after his closest rivals, Nigel Compter and Kaya Lima, failed to overtake him...
Elly has spent seventy happy summers at the Little Beach in IJmuiden aan Zee: ‘This is my everything. And I hope it lasts a long time’
73-year-old Elly van der Peet is celebrating her 70th summer season at the Kleine Strand in IJmuiden aan Zee. She spends every season at her beach house regardless of the weather, expressing a deep li...
Energy plans open for inspection: Where will the new high-voltage, transformer, and converter stations be located?
The Dutch government has released plans for offshore wind energy landing sites, targeting regions such as IJmond and the Kop van Noord-Holland for new infrastructure. While landing at Egmond is more c...
Tim den Besten 'still recovering out of the spotlight', VPRO silent on collaboration
VPRO presenter Tim den Besten is still recovering in private, according to a statement from his lawyer. There is currently no timeline for when he will resume his work, though it is not expected to be...
Power bank forces easyJet emergency landing in Rome, UK aviation authority sounds alarm
An easyJet flight heading to London made an emergency landing in Rome after a powerbank in the cargo hold posed a significant fire risk. While British aviation authorities report a rise in battery-rel...
Jetten: Change in relationship with US is ‘irreversible’
Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that the relationship between the Netherlands, Europe, and the United States has undergone an irreversible change. In a major speech on foreign policy, Jetten warned t...
Man seriously injured after falling from ladder in Hoofddorp, air ambulance dispatched
A man was seriously injured on Wednesday morning after falling from a ladder on Jadelaan in Hoofddorp. Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter, were dispatched to the scene to provide medica...
No alien visit: this unusual aerial phenomenon is (likely) visible over Haarlem
Residents of Haarlem may observe mysterious silver-blue streaks in the night sky over the next few weeks. These visual phenomena are not extraterrestrial in origin but are a natural atmospheric occurr...
Sluizenroute restrictions in IJmuiden lifted after repairs to South and Small Locks
The Zuidersluis and Kleine Sluis in IJmuiden have returned to service following repairs to a defective gearbox and a sensor. The reopening resolves traffic restrictions on the Sluizenroute that had be...
Hals-Rembrandt exhibition opens in Haarlem in November
The Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem will host the 'Hals-Rembrandt' exhibition starting November 6. The showcase offers visitors a unique opportunity to view and compare masterpieces by Frans Hals and Rem...
Schiphol cargo worker arrested over alleged data leak
The Royal Netherlands Marechaussee arrested a cargo handling employee at Schiphol Airport last Tuesday for allegedly leaking company data to criminals. The arrest was announced on Wednesday following ...
Dutch people pay less often with cash at the checkout
Cash payments in the Netherlands have dropped significantly, now accounting for only 17% of point-of-sale transactions. Even among individuals aged 75 and older, there is a clear trend toward using de...
'I am completely fed up with prison.' Yet Velsen-Noord man (36) convicted of stabbing neighbor to death remains in custody
A 36-year-old man from Velsen-Noord remains in custody after the Amsterdam Court of Appeal denied his request for release during his appeal against a 12-year sentence for killing his neighbor. Despite...
Netherlands and Germany set up NATO headquarters in Estonia
The Netherlands and Germany are planning to deploy several dozen soldiers to Estonia to establish a NATO defense headquarters. While the Dutch Ministry of Defense has yet to officially confirm the mis...
Provincial officials traveling to US to discuss Formula 1 cycling traffic, cost: 29,000 euros
A delegation of five provincial officials is traveling to California for a study trip focused on public transportation and cycling logistics for Formula 1. The visit, which costs 29,000 euros, aims to...
Right-wing opposition moves to repeal asylum distribution law
A group of right-wing opposition parties led by JA21 has introduced a bill to repeal the Distribution Act, which governs the fair distribution of asylum seekers across the country. The initiative is u...
This Amsterdammer blew up himself and his ship to avoid capture by the Belgians
During the Belgian Revolution, Amsterdam naval officer Jan van Speijk blew up his ship and himself to prevent the vessel from falling into the hands of Belgian rebels. His act of self-sacrifice remain...
Dementia costs society tens of billions according to research
A study conducted by health economist Robbert Huijsman for Alzheimer Nederland estimates that the societal costs of dementia in the Netherlands reached 31.8 billion euros last year. This analysis incl...
Number of bankruptcies decreased by 12 percent in April
The number of company bankruptcies in the Netherlands decreased by 12 percent in April compared to the same month last year. A total of 293 businesses went bankrupt, representing a decline of 39 cases...
Have your passport or ID card delivered to your home for free before the summer holidays
Residents can have their new passports or ID cards delivered to their home or workplace for free throughout June and early July. This service aims to provide convenience and eliminate the need for in-...
More passengers via Eindhoven Airport despite Middle East unrest and rising fuel costs
Eindhoven Airport recorded its busiest first quarter ever, seeing a significant increase in passenger numbers despite higher kerosene prices and Middle East unrest. While Schiphol faces setbacks, the ...
Sales of petrol and diesel cars fall in the Netherlands
Sales of new gasoline-powered cars in the Netherlands halved last month compared to the same period last year. This data was released by the European automobile manufacturers' association, ACEA.
Ster expects record advertising revenue during World Cup despite unfavorable kick-off times and Trump effect
Ster, the advertising arm of the Dutch Public Broadcasting (NPO), expects record-breaking revenue during the upcoming football World Cup in North America. Despite challenges such as unfavorable kick-o...
Boating on the canals: 7 canal cruises in Haarlem
Haarlem offers several canal cruise options for those looking to explore the city's historic center from the water. Visitors can enjoy guided tours that provide insights into Haarlem's history while r...
Car ends up in ditch in Overveen
On Tuesday evening, a car ended up in a ditch along the Duinlustweg in Overveen. The occupants managed to escape the vehicle without injuries but were left soaked from the incident.