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.
Duinwijck set for national title battle after easy win; Drop Shot the first hurdle
Duinwijck secured third place in the regular season standings after a 6-2 victory over Smashing. The Haarlem-based team has qualified for the national title play-offs, where they will first face Drop ...
No flights to the sun from Lelystad Airport for now: 'Nitrogen must drop first'
The new Dutch cabinet aims to open Lelystad Airport for 10,000 annual holiday flights and military use, but the expansion requires a mandatory nature permit. Experts remain skeptical about the plan's ...
Onze Gezellen fails to upset second-division side, exits tournament with head held high
Fifth-division football club Onze Gezellen was eliminated from the district cup following a narrow 3-2 defeat against second-division side VVIJ. Despite the loss, the team left the tournament with pri...
Graaf Florislaan to become 30 km/h zone to reduce vibrations and noise from new speed bumps
The speed limit on Graaf Florislaan in Beverwijk is being reduced to 30 km/h to address significant noise and vibration issues caused by newly installed speed bumps. Local residents reported the distu...
Saving lives on 'Asphalt': road inspector Roy shares the raw reality of the highway
Former Dutch road inspector Roy Heiliegers has published a book titled "Asfalt" to highlight the dangerous and life-saving work performed by Rijkswaterstaat employees on the country's highways. The bo...
German recreates burnt-down Vondelkerk with 6,800 Lego bricks
German engineer Luca König has constructed a 6,800-piece Lego replica of Amsterdam's Vondelkerk as a tribute following the historic building's partial collapse in a New Year's Eve fire. The detailed ...
Work on Linnaeusstraat begins, set to last until late 2027: ‘One of Amsterdam’s largest traffic projects’
Major renovation work on the Linnaeusstraat in Amsterdam has begun and is scheduled to continue until late 2027. The project aims to improve safety, accessibility, and greenery by replacing tram track...
Have you seen Oreo, Remco or Pablo? These six pets are missing in Haarlem
Six pets, including animals named Oreo, Remco, and Pablo, were reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Local residents are being asked to provide any information that could help locate the mis...
TV presenter Koos Postema dies at 93
Renowned Dutch television presenter Koos Postema has passed away at the age of 93. His family announced on Sunday that he died on Saturday from old age, surrounded by his two daughters.
Esther Sloots from Broek in Waterland wrote about her family story: 'I also had a judgment about the murder suspect'
Esther Sloots has released a debut novel inspired by a long-standing family mystery involving the alleged murder of her grandfather's cousin by his wife. By writing from the suspect's perspective, Slo...
Enjoying history in Schagen: from milk salon to castle towers
The newspaper supplement AlleTijd has introduced a 2.8-kilometer historical walking route through the city center of Schagen. This self-guided tour explores local history by visiting landmarks such as...
Fire at warehouse in IJmuiden industrial area
A fire broke out at a warehouse on Wieringenstraat in an industrial area of IJmuiden on Sunday morning. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
Presenter Koos Postema (93) dies
Renowned Dutch television and radio presenter Koos Postema has passed away at the age of 93, his family announced on Saturday. He was a prominent figure in Dutch media, best known for hosting popular ...
Who was Verspronck’s ‘Girl in Blue’? In-depth research leads to nothing. ‘Fascination and frustration go hand in hand’
Johannes Verspronck’s famous painting "Girl in Blue" will be displayed at the Frans Hals Museum from March 12 to October 11 alongside portraits of her likely parents. Although the artwork is a celeb...
Frits claims a degree on his CV: ‘Employers also embellish job vacancies’
Frits, a 52-year-old mortgage advisor, admitted to falsifying his CV by claiming to have a diploma he lacked after being fired for not obtaining it. He justified the move by stating that employers als...
Firearm drawn during home robbery in Noord
Last night, multiple men committed a home robbery on Notarisappelstraat in Amsterdam Noord, where witnesses reported that a firearm was drawn. The suspects fled the scene before police arrived, and au...
The old city hall was far below Amsterdam's standing
Amsterdam's original city hall on Dam Square was replaced in the 17th century after its dilapidated state was deemed unfitting for the city's rising international status following a visit by French Qu...
'Too few tough guys in the squad': why Ajax is not a serious contender for second place
Ajax is no longer considered a serious contender for second place in the league following a disappointing performance against Feyenoord. Analysts attribute the team's struggles to a lack of leadership...
Suspect in assault on officer at The Hague asylum protest still in custody
One suspect remains in custody following the arrest of eight people during a protest against asylum seeker housing at the former Haga Hospital in The Hague on Saturday. The individual is suspected of ...
Fresh from the tap: tap your own tahini, detergent and tea in Amsterdam
Several specialty shops in Amsterdam are offering a wide range of products 'on tap,' including olive oil, fresh tahini, organic grains, and cleaning detergents. These stores encourage customers to bri...
Woman (81) killed in A59 crash after driving the wrong way
An 81-year-old woman from Oosterhout died in a car accident on the A59 highway near Waalwijk during the night between Saturday and Sunday. Police investigations revealed that the fatal collision occur...
Beverwijk had the lowest voter turnout in the province in 2022. Will residents find the polls next month?
Beverwijk recorded the lowest voter turnout in North Holland during the 2022 municipal elections, with only 43.9% of eligible residents casting a ballot. Ahead of next month's elections, local reports...
This is Amsterdam's most expensive apartment: 670 square meters and seven balconies
A 670-square-meter apartment in Amsterdam has been listed for 18.5 million euros, making it the most expensive property currently available on the Dutch real estate site Funda. Located near Vondelpark...
The Greenhouse | I was shocked again by the slow-motion tsunami heading our way
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan highlights the urgent need to discuss rising sea levels in his weekly column, "De broeikas." He describes the phenomenon as a "slow-motion tsunami" that will eventually i...
A59 motorway near Waalwijk reopened after accident
The A59 highway near Waalwijk reopened on Sunday morning around 7:30 AM following a traffic accident that occurred earlier in the night. The closure, which also affected several on-ramps in the direct...
Driver taken to police station after collision on N208 near Santpoort-Noord
Two drivers collided on the N208 near Santpoort-Noord during the night between Saturday and Sunday. Paramedics examined those involved at the scene, and one driver was subsequently taken to the police...
Significant damage after collision in Haarlem, police investigating
Two vehicles collided on the Buitenrustbrug in Haarlem on Saturday evening, resulting in significant damage. One person was examined by paramedics at the scene, and police are currently investigating ...
Warm spring weather on the way with sunshine and dry spells
Next week will bring a preview of spring weather, with temperatures expected to reach around 18 degrees Celsius on Wednesday. According to the weather service Weeronline, this trend of higher-than-usu...
Day and night, 365 days a year, work continues in Hoofddorp on a complex treatment for blood cancer: ‘I compare it to team sports, it can be very tough’
At Kite's facility in Hoofddorp, employees work 24/7 throughout the year to modify immune cells for patients with specific types of blood cancer, enabling the cells to fight tumors. This large-scale, ...
Anton de Kom born exactly 128 years ago: "He was a razor-sharp writer and organizer"
The Black Archives held a memorial in Amsterdam to honor the 128th birthday of Anton de Kom, a Surinamese writer and resistance fighter who campaigned against colonialism and racism. Participants high...