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.
Ajax appoints another GarcÃa as reserve team coach, Emanuelson assistant
Carlos GarcÃa has been appointed as the new head coach of Jong Ajax for the upcoming season after serving as an assistant for the reserve and senior teams. He will be supported by assistant coaches T...
Amsterdam.nl news now also in the Amsterdam app
Residents can now access news from Amsterdam.nl directly through the official Amsterdam app. This update is designed to help users stay informed more easily about local events and developments within ...
Prosecutors demand 7 years for former Zoetermeer primary school janitor
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a seven-year prison sentence and mandatory psychiatric treatment for a 58-year-old former primary school janitor in Zoetermeer. Oskar van der V. is ac...
Water boards: extra water supply and dike inspections due to drought
Dutch water boards are implementing extra water supply and dike inspections in response to extreme heat and drought conditions. These measures aim to prevent salinization in western regions and identi...
One primary school in the region starts a heat schedule today, while another just adds extra drink breaks. Why? It depends on the state of the building
Primary schools in the Haarlem region are implementing varied measures, ranging from tropical schedules to extra drinking breaks, to manage this week's high temperatures. Each school determines its ow...
Frank van Leeuwen replaces Welmoed Sijtsma on Goedenavond Nederland
Frank van Leeuwen will replace Welmoed Sijtsma as a presenter for the final three weeks of the WNL program Goedenavond Nederland this summer. Van Leeuwen will alternate hosting duties with Sam Hagens,...
Ministry knew reliable family reunification figures were missing before cabinet collapse
The Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security was aware that reliable data on 'family-on-family' reunification was missing before the Rutte IV cabinet fell in July 2023. Despite this, former Minister YeÅ...
19 extra parking spaces enough for 65 new homes in Heemskerk, council says; parking pressure within guidelines
The Heemskerk municipality has approved the addition of 19 parking spaces for a new project involving 65 flex homes on Huibert Pootstraat. Despite concerns from local residents regarding potential par...
Artin Music & Friends cancelled in March due to US intervention now goes ahead: ‘Football and music bridge political differences’
Iranian musician Asghar Barani will host the 'Artin Muziek & Friends' concert at the Patronaat venue this Thursday after a previous cancellation in March. The event aims to bridge political divides th...
Health risk warnings at more swimming locations
The number of health risk warnings at swimming locations has increased from 40 to 46 due to poor water quality, according to data from Zwemwater.nl. This rise was highlighted in a recent analysis by t...
Extra breaks and shorter routes for delivery workers due to heat
Delivery services and supermarkets are implementing safety measures, including extra breaks and increased water supplies, to protect employees from upcoming extreme heat. These adjustments allow deliv...
Óscar GarcÃa takes job in Poland after leaving Ajax
Former Ajax coach Óscar GarcÃa has been appointed as the new manager of Polish side PogoÅ„ Szczecin. The 53-year-old Catalan joins the club after they finished ninth in the Ekstraklasa last season.
Dutchman elected Deputy Secretary General of the Council of Europe
Dutch diplomat Tanja Gonggrijp has been elected as the Deputy Secretary General of the Council of Europe. She won the position with 135 votes, defeating Finnish candidate Marja Ruotanen-Bourdages.
How stadiums turn into a massive Casablanca during the drinks break
The article observes how football fans are tuning into World Cup broadcasts from neighboring countries such as Belgium and the UK. It highlights the calm atmosphere and distinct terminology used by fo...
RIVM warns of smog in central and southern Netherlands
The RIVM has issued a warning for poor air quality due to smog in the central and southern regions of the Netherlands on Wednesday and Thursday. Affected areas include parts of Flevoland, Utrecht, and...
Dutch official joins EU-Taliban talks
A Dutch official is participating in technical-level talks between the European Commission and the Taliban in Brussels. The discussions focus on the repatriation of rejected Afghan asylum seekers foll...
No night trains around Amsterdam Central this weekend
This coming weekend, no trains will run to or from Amsterdam Central Station during the nights of Saturday to Monday due to maintenance work by ProRail. Additionally, fewer trains will operate on seve...
Heat in Haarlem
The city of Haarlem has introduced measures to help residents cope with high temperatures, such as providing free water refill stations and sunscreen dispensers. Official swimming locations like Molen...
Ruud repaints restored Dance Bench in original colors: 'Passersby are happy it’s back'
The 'Dansbank' art bench has been returned to its location along De Baandert after being restored following an act of vandalism. Ruud van Zon of the Bankjesparade foundation is currently repainting th...
Media relish World Cup row as players face tension at the breakfast table
The Dutch national football team maintains a positive atmosphere following a significant victory over Sweden at the World Cup. In contrast, other major footballing nations like Portugal are currently ...
Amstelveenseweg station closed early Saturday due to crowds after Lil' Kleine concert
The Amstelveenseweg metro station in Amsterdam will close early this Saturday to manage crowds following a Lil' Kleine concert at the Olympic Stadium. To ensure safety, GVB has announced that metro li...
Significant damage in rear-end collision on N205 near Vijfhuizen
A van and a company vehicle were involved in a rear-end collision on the N205 near Vijfhuizen on Tuesday morning. The crash resulted in significant vehicle damage, and ambulance personnel were on-site...
From neighbors to brewers: Sebastiaan and Sem build Biertje Buur together
Childhood friends Sebastiaan Dooyeweerd and Sem Nooij from Beverwijk have turned a failed home-brewing experiment into their own craft beer brand, Biertje Buur. The duo continues to develop their loca...
Canadian interest in Stolpersteine unveiling in Driehuis; relatives of Velsen victims attend
Next Monday, descendants of the Vleeschhouwer-Doof family will travel from Canada to attend the unveiling of four Stolpersteine in Driehuis. The commemorative stones at Vondellaan 53 honor family memb...
Major impact from sexual abuse case at Zoetermeer school
Oskar van der V. stood trial on Tuesday for sexual misconduct and secretly filming children at a school in Zoetermeer. During the proceedings, parents of ten victims exercised their right to speak, de...
Prosecution: Man wanted to murder asylum seekers at Amsterdam shelter
A 42-year-old man from Vught is suspected of attempted murder after allegedly planning to kill asylum seekers at a shelter in Amsterdam in early April. During a preliminary court hearing, prosecutors ...
ANWB deploys maximum roadside assistance until Sunday
The Dutch roadside assistance organization ANWB is deploying its maximum number of patrols through Sunday to handle increased demand during the predicted heatwave. The extra staffing is a proactive me...
Unwanted pregnancy and paternity suits in the 18th century: '15 to 25 percent of brides were pregnant'
This article examines 18th-century paternity disputes and unwanted pregnancies, highlighting a 1750 case in Haarlem involving a woman living near the Turfmarkt. Research indicates that during this era...
Fire in garbage truck in Nieuw-Vennep, load dumped on street
A fire broke out in the cargo hold of a garbage truck on Tuesday morning in Nieuw-Vennep. The driver responded by dumping the burning waste onto the street at Bolwerksepoort to manage the situation an...
B&B Vol Liefde not in danger: Jeroen Kijk in de Vegte remains as voice-over
Jeroen Kijk in de Vegte will continue as the voice-over for the television show B&B Vol liefde despite his career move from NPO to Talpa. His manager confirmed that his transition to the new network w...