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.
Forest ranger Jocelyn enjoys her work: "So many different plants in one square meter"
Ranger Jocelyn de Kwant and reporter Stephan Roest explored the nature area along the Liede river near Haarlem to identify various plants. The pair successfully used observational techniques and a dig...
Foreign companies invest more in the Netherlands again after years of decline
After years of decline between 2018 and 2025, foreign investment in the Netherlands is showing signs of recovery. De Nederlandsche Bank notes that while capital flows are increasing, much of the activ...
Monica Geuze shared her favorite snack, but her followers didn't believe it
Influencer Monica Geuze sparked skepticism among her followers after posting a video of herself eating tomato paste straight from a tube. While some fans suspect she is conducting a social experiment ...
Energy and water consumption of data centers often remains secret across Europe
Journalists have filed an official complaint with the European Commission to demand greater transparency regarding the energy and water usage of data centers. Industry secrecy and lobbying efforts hav...
Acda en de Munnik to perform one-off show at Olympic Stadium in June
Dutch duo Acda en de Munnik will perform a one-off concert at Amsterdam's Olympic Stadium on June 19, 2027. The show will feature guest appearances from various musical colleagues and coincides with t...
Three Amsterdammers arrested for fatal shooting in Overasselt, automatic rifle found
Authorities have arrested three Amsterdam residents aged 19 to 25 in connection with a fatal shooting in Overasselt that left a security guard dead and two police officers injured. During subsequent r...
No trains to or from Amsterdam Central on Saturday, October 3
There will be no train service to or from Amsterdam Centraal on Saturday, October 3. Additionally, train schedules will be reduced on Sunday, October 4, and Monday, October 5.
Two more Amsterdam residents arrested for violence in Overasselt
Police have arrested two more Amsterdam residents in connection with a fatal shooting in Overasselt that also left two officers wounded. The incident, involving a total of 37 arrests so far, is believ...
Amsterdam asks minister for help after halt to new crack addiction treatment study
The city of Amsterdam has requested ministerial assistance following the sudden cessation of research into a new treatment for crack addiction. Local authorities are seeking clarification regarding wh...
Lawsuit against Stellantis over defeat devices in motorhomes
Stichting Car Claim and the Consumentenbond have launched a lawsuit against Stellantis over illegal software in tens of thousands of camper vans sold in the Netherlands between 2009 and 2022. The orga...
Housing prices not falling for now, despite rising mortgage rates
Although the number of houses for sale in the Netherlands has nearly doubled to 37,000, property prices are still expected to rise due to ongoing demand. Higher mortgage rates, currently averaging 4.4...
Increasing aggression against train staff: 'This is unsustainable'
The trade union VVMC is raising the alarm over a sharp increase in violence and aggression against Dutch railway staff, ranging from verbal threats to severe physical assaults. The union warns that th...
Isn't this playing with fire, the presenter asked the biologist who had just enthusiastically flooded a polder
Dutch researchers conducted a controlled flooding experiment in the Eendragtspolder to study whether water buffers facilitate the spread of the West Nile virus via mosquitoes. While the study faced sa...
Snelle and Domien Verschuuren join new season of The Voice, receive their own button
Musician Snelle and radio host Domien Verschuuren have confirmed they will feature in the new season of The Voice with their own dedicated buzzer. The pair confirmed the news on Qmusic, noting that th...
Concerns over halting pilot program helping crack users with medication: "We cannot let this happen"
Amsterdam city officials are urging the Minister of Health to overturn a decision by the Health and Youth Care Inspectorate that halted a trial using dexamphetamine to treat crack addiction. Councilor...
Opinion: Those complaining about Fabel Friet are more than welcome in Purmerend
This collection of opinion pieces highlights social friction in Amsterdam, ranging from the gap between performative community posters and actual neighborly behavior to the intolerance residents show ...
Nightlife trend among Gen Z: alcohol falling out of favor, 3-MMC and ketamine rising in popularity
A 2025 Antenne-monitor study reveals that young adults in Amsterdam are drinking less alcohol while the usage of drugs like 3-MMC and ketamine is increasing. This trend marks a significant shift in th...
Amsterdam's bike ring is finally complete: 6.73 kilometers gliding from Czaar Peterstraat to Haarlemmerplein
Amsterdam has finalized its new 6.73-kilometer bicycle ring connecting Czaar Peterstraat to Haarlemmerplein. The project provides a smooth, obstacle-free route intended to offer cyclists a more relaxe...
Impossible splits, absurdism and horror: these dancers and dance performances are nominated for a Swan
The prestigious Dutch dance awards, the Zwaan and Jonge Zwaan, have announced their nominations for the most impressive dance productions and performances. The selected works range from complex adult ...
Trial for crack addiction drug suddenly halted after 12 years of preparation: ‘Extremely bitter’
A twelve-year study testing dexamfetamine as a treatment for crack addiction has been abruptly cancelled by health authorities. Amsterdam's mayor and a city alderman are now calling on the government ...
Newcomers and undocumented people get swimming lessons here: 'Once that doubt is gone, it's wonderful'
The initiative Swimpact offers swimming lessons to newcomers and undocumented individuals at the Marnixbad in Amsterdam. These sessions focus on teaching essential water safety and swimming techniques...
CDA and D66: No first step for Schiphol growth this parliamentary term
Political parties CDA and D66 have committed to preventing any expansion of Schiphol Airport during the current cabinet term. The parties are advocating for stricter noise reduction requirements that ...
D66 wants to reward homeless drug addicts in Amsterdam for good behavior: motion receives majority support in council
The Amsterdam city council is expected to pass a motion allowing for financial rewards to be given to drug-addicted homeless individuals who maintain good behavior or undergo treatment. The initiative...
Cabinet makes ‘offer’ to opposition: small savers and crypto investors hit, workers better off
The Dutch government is revising its budget by scrapping planned social security cuts and shifting tax burdens toward small savers and investors. While these changes seek to appease opposition parties...
This UvA program now bans screens during lectures: 'The entire learning environment is improving'
The Interdisciplinary Social Science program at the University of Amsterdam has banned screens during lectures to reduce student distractions and improve focus. While some students have expressed mixe...
Gianluca van E. (22) stabbed two cousins in Amsterdam city center: prosecutors seek 2.5 years and compulsory psychiatric treatment
Gianluca van E. (22) is facing a demand of 2.5 years in prison and compulsory psychiatric treatment after stabbing two cousins in Amsterdam in June 2025. While one of the incidents was classified as s...
In the fifties and sixties 'overstressed' women were sent to nursing homes: 'I was shocked when I discovered that'
Author Suzanna Jansen investigates the historical practice of sending women labeled as 'overstressed' to specialized rest homes during the 1950s and 1960s. Her essay, titled Project rust, reveals that...
Fierce kitchen fire in Haarlem home
An elderly woman safely escaped a kitchen fire that occurred at her home on Jan Palachstraat in Haarlem this afternoon. Firefighters quickly contained the blaze, and the resident required no hospital ...
'Smart glasses' under fire: Parliament wants stricter ban and lawsuits threaten
The Dutch House of Representatives is seeking stricter regulations on smart glasses that record audio and video, citing significant privacy concerns. Simultaneously, consumer rights organizations have...
Videoland to offer podcasts starting in October
Starting October 8, the Dutch streaming service Videoland will introduce a new selection of podcasts, including both existing popular shows and original content. The platform aims to broaden its enter...