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.
Public Prosecution Service drops case regarding death threats against Lale Gül: 'Completely abandoned'
The Public Prosecution Service has dropped a criminal case involving a death threat made against author Lale Gül in Utrecht. Gül expressed disbelief and anger over the decision, arguing that suffici...
Singaporean artist Ho Tzu Nyen named associate artist for Holland Festival anniversary
Singaporean artist Ho Tzu Nyen has been appointed as the associate artist for the 2027 edition of the Holland Festival. The festival will open with the European premiere of the jazz opera Champion, wh...
Olcay Gulsen injured after watch robbery in Amsterdam: 'Ridiculous'
Entrepreneur Olcay Gulsen sustained injuries during a violent watch robbery outside her office in Amsterdam. She has filed a police report and authorities are currently searching for two suspects who ...
Eddy Keur leaves NPO Radio 2 due to limited hours: 'Couldn't offer anything extra'
Radio DJ Eddy Keur is leaving NPO Radio 2 because the station could not offer him more hours following the cancellation of night broadcasts. Keur is currently considering a new offer but remains open ...
Trump can be satisfied: Netherlands brings two storage tanks full of diesel and gasoline to market
The Netherlands has released over 750,000 barrels of diesel and gasoline from its strategic reserves, fulfilling a long-planned commitment to the International Energy Agency. Although the timing align...
Fireworks surrender scheme yields 254 kilos in Haarlem
A fireworks collection drive in Haarlem resulted in the safe surrender of 254 kilograms of fireworks and emergency flares. The event provided residents with a way to dispose of restricted items anonym...
Financial milestones every expat hits in their first couple of years in the Netherlands
Expats moving to the Netherlands must navigate various financial milestones, starting with basic administrative requirements like obtaining a BSN number and opening a local bank account. Over time, th...
If you're going to eat chocolate spread, you might as well choose the best: Elleke is behind every taste test
Journalist Elleke van Duin has compiled years of professional product taste tests for the AD into a new book titled Voor jou geproefd. By coordinating expert panels, she helps consumers identify the h...
Dutch royal house earned over half a billion euros from colonial past
A historical study has revealed that the Dutch royal house accumulated over 566 million euros from colonial activities in the East Indies, West Africa, and the Americas between 1600 and 2025. While th...
Dutch royals were involved in colonialism with conviction and no reservations
An extensive research study commissioned by King Willem-Alexander has revealed that the House of Orange-Nassau was actively and deliberately involved in the Dutch colonial past. The findings, presente...
No trains to and from Amsterdam Central on Saturday, NS expects increased crowds at other stations
Train traffic to and from Amsterdam Centraal will be suspended this Saturday due to essential signaling updates performed by ProRail. While train services will remain available at other stations, the ...
Tips against discrimination and celebrity support: campaign launched following decline in gay acceptance
Organizations like RITA and COC have launched a national campaign called Geen stap terug to address the sharp decline in youth acceptance of homosexuality in the Netherlands. Supported by over 45 prom...
Fuel prices drive eurozone inflation to highest level since 2023
Eurozone inflation has climbed to 3.8 percent, the highest rate since September 2023, largely driven by soaring fuel costs due to Middle East tensions. In the Netherlands, inflation also saw a rise, r...
No trains between Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Haarlem due to power failure
Train services between Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Haarlem have been suspended due to a power failure. The disruption was reported at approximately 10:40 AM, and NS advises passengers to check the travel...
Rabobank tightens mortgage standards for seniors: pensions count sooner
Starting in March 2027, Rabobank will implement stricter mortgage rules for older clients by calculating borrowing limits based on pension projections fifteen years before retirement. The bank is also...
From Joes Brauers to Halina Reijn: these are the 20 most important film figures in the Dutch film industry 2026
The Dutch film industry has released its 26th annual list of the top 20 most influential figures working behind the scenes. This year's ranking includes prominent industry professionals such as Joes B...
Froukje found balancing stage and private life difficult: 'I want to be liked'
Dutch artist Froukje shares the personal struggle of balancing her public career with her desire for a private life and the need to be liked. She has recently shifted her creative focus from personal ...
Funny, mysterious – and very Amsterdam: according to our readers, this is the most beautiful Amsterdam word
Readers of Het Parool have selected the Yiddish-derived word achenebbisj as the most beautiful term in the Amsterdam dialect. The word, which implies something pitiful or disappointing, remains deeply...
Documentary about Christa Pike to air on KRO-NCRV in spring 2027
Filmmaker Jessica Villerius is producing a documentary about Christa Pike, a death row inmate in Tennessee whose execution recently failed after two lethal injections. The project, titled Vergelding, ...
Late summer weather continues, temperatures around 20 degrees: ‘Lovely weather for a terrace or a walk’
Pleasant late summer weather is expected to persist across the Netherlands, with temperatures reaching approximately 20 degrees Celsius throughout the weekend and into next week. While conditions will...
Camera follows André Hazes on midnight drives home, with only fast food and scheduled sex to look forward to
Singer André Hazes is the subject of a new reality soap that documents his professional life and his transition to living with his partner, Noa. The series offers a candid look at his daily routines,...
A4 and A10 connector road closed again for the entire weekend
A section of the De Nieuwe Meer interchange connecting the A4 and A10 West will be closed this weekend for viaduct construction as part of the Zuidasdok project. Motorists should anticipate travel del...
Katwijk gives green light: US multibillion-dollar obesity drug plant approved
The municipality of Katwijk has approved the construction of a large-scale Eli Lilly pharmaceutical factory focused on obesity and diabetes medication. The project is supported by a 100 million euro g...
Inflation rises to 3.4 percent in September due to high fuel prices
Inflation in the Netherlands increased to 3.4 percent in September, up from 3.3 percent in August. Statistics Netherlands (CBS) attributed this rise primarily to the impact of higher fuel prices.
HFC Haarlem still lives on in the city 16 years after bankruptcy, note authors of Kick
Former players and supporters of the defunct HFC Haarlem gathered for a reunion to celebrate the club's legacy 16 years after its bankruptcy. The event marked the release of a tribute magazine titled ...
Karsu sang her first songs here, at Turkish restaurant Kilim on Ceintuurbaan 246
Singer Karsu shares memories of her family's Turkish restaurant, Kilim, in Amsterdam, where she performed early piano concerts as a teenager. Her career flourished following a national television appe...
100 years of Hema: a retail revolution that started in the wrong spot on Kalverstraat
Founded in 1926 by two Bijenkorf directors, Hema was established to provide affordable consumer goods while prioritizing long-term job security for its employees. The company's supportive culture help...
Review: Songs in the Key of Life - the EP: hopefully Stevie Wonder plays these tracks at the Ziggo Dome
Stevie Wonder has released a new EP featuring four previously unheard tracks from the original recording sessions of his landmark 1976 album, Songs in the Key of Life. The artist is set to perform the...
Tribute to Cornelisse in Slimste Mens: 'We are keeping Paulien with us for a little longer'
The popular Dutch quiz show De slimste mens has paid tribute to jury member Paulien Cornelisse following her death from cancer. Although one episode was replaced by a broadcast of her theater show, th...
'Forgotten' crypto sector fears exodus from the Netherlands: 'We are completely surprised'
The Dutch cryptocurrency sector is concerned that new tax legislation will force investors and companies to leave the Netherlands. Industry representatives argue that while other retail investors rece...