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.
Motorist injured in crash with significant damage in Overveen, Zeeweg closed
A car driver was injured on Saturday evening after veering off the road on the Zeeweg (N200) in Overveen. The accident resulted in significant vehicle damage and led to the temporary closure of the ro...
Women's team secure first World Cup qualifying win against Ireland
The Dutch women's national football team secured their first World Cup qualifying victory with a 2-1 win over Ireland in Utrecht. Lineth Beerensteyn scored both goals for the Netherlands, including th...
Hillegom strikes late against Olympia Haarlem: 'In 85 minutes we gave away almost no chances'
In a recent football match, Hillegom secured a 1-3 victory against Olympia Haarlem by scoring three goals in the final five minutes. Despite leading 1-0 for most of the game, the Haarlem-based team su...
After another poor performance, Jordi Cruijff must answer whether interim coach Fred Grim can stay at Ajax
Following a 3-1 defeat against Groningen, pressure is mounting on Ajax interim coach Fred Grim. New technical director Jordi Cruijff must now decide on Grim's future as he begins his official duties o...
Part of Wildlands Emmen zoo closed after suspected bird flu case
Part of Wildlands Adventure Zoo in Emmen has been closed following a suspected bird flu outbreak. The Dutch Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Nature is investigating the situation ...
Pro-Palestinian meeting with UN rapporteur, counter-protest at entrance
Approximately 400 people attended a pro-Palestinian meeting featuring UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese at the Dominicuskerk in Amsterdam. The event was met by a small group of pro-Israel counter-demon...
Hard-working Koninklijke HFC fight past relegation candidates IJsselmeervogels to move into mid-table
Koninklijke HFC secured their third consecutive 1-0 victory under new coach Pieter Mulders by defeating relegation candidate IJsselmeervogels at home. This win successfully moves the Haarlem-based clu...
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The Dutch coalition faced internal conflict over actions by VVD Minister Heinen even before the official government policy statement was delivered. This tension underscores the underlying suspicion am...
Food bank in East must close: If this shuts, I won't make ends meet
Stichting Tweede Kans, a food bank and thrift store in Amsterdam-Oost, faces closure as its current building is scheduled for demolition in three months. The foundation is struggling to find an afford...
What usually takes months done in 24 hours: how KLM organized rapid repatriation flights from the Gulf region
KLM successfully organized rapid repatriation flights to bring back hundreds of stranded travelers from the Gulf region to Schiphol airport. The complex logistics, which usually take months to arrange...
Ajax fan buses pelted by FC Groningen supporters, riot police intervene
Ajax supporter and player buses were pelted with objects by FC Groningen fans following a match, leading to an intervention by riot police. At least one arrest was made as a confrontation broke out be...
I am ashamed of my kind
In her weekly column for AlleTijd, Dutch journalist Lisanne van Sadelhoff addresses the contrast between the fatal consequences of war and its transformation into social media content. She explores th...
Zita Pels (GroenLinks) wants to tackle slumlords: "I’m done being nice"
GroenLinks leader Zita Pels has announced plans to crack down on predatory landlords in Amsterdam to combat high housing costs and market exploitation. Reflecting on her term as alderwoman, she also e...
From servant to plantation owner: Haarlem women played key role in colonial era. ‘Women took matters into their own hands’
In honor of International Women's Day, several women from Haarlem are being recognized for their significant roles during the colonial era. These figures include women who managed trading companies af...
Jamie is very happy working in the fish trade: 'The men here helped me learn how to fillet'
Jamie Dijkhuizen, a 21-year-old from IJmuiden, is one of the few women working as a fish filleter at the company Hokkai Suisan. She expresses great satisfaction with her career choice and credits her ...
Caregiving is still a woman's task: 'Men are seriously shortchanging themselves'
Only 10 percent of fathers in the Netherlands share caregiving responsibilities equally with their partners, leaving the majority of domestic work to women. Experts suggest this imbalance is detriment...
Ajax suffer fourth Eredivisie defeat at FC Groningen
Ajax suffered their fourth Eredivisie defeat of the season after losing 3-1 to FC Groningen on Saturday. The result ended a six-match losing streak for the home side while marking a significant loss f...
How did it go again with Jesus, the kiss and the cross? Seven questions about TV spectacle ‘The Passion’
The Dutch television event 'The Passion' is retelling the Easter story this year with the theme 'Come closer,' emphasizing the importance of mutual attention. For the first time, the broadcast origina...
Ajax suffers another blow in battle for second place, pressure on coach Fred Grim mounts
Ajax suffered a 3-1 defeat against FC Groningen, damaging their chances of securing second place in the league. The loss has increased pressure on coach Fred Grim as rival club Feyenoord looks to exte...
Herculesstraat residents on explosion and fire: 'The blast was so loud the front door ended up in the living room'
Seniors in Hillegom feel safe and happy, but room for improvement remains
Most elderly residents in Hillegom report feeling safe and happy in their current living situation. Despite this satisfaction, approximately one-quarter of seniors are considering moving within the ne...
Fire in Haarlem home on Vergierdeweg likely caused by bicycle battery
A fire broke out in a house on Vergierdeweg in Haarlem on Saturday afternoon. The cause of the blaze is suspected to be a bicycle battery.
From market to supermarket? Haarlem's Groentedoeners start in Kweektuin
The Kweekmarkt has launched at the Haarlem Kweektuin, introducing the 'Groentedoeners' cooperative which aims to establish a member-run sustainable supermarket. The group currently operates a monthly ...
Look for deductions: how to ensure the lowest possible tax bill
Tax season has begun for approximately 9.4 million people in the Netherlands, who must now file their annual returns. Taxpayers are encouraged to identify eligible deductions, such as healthcare expen...
Shadow over May and summer holidays, regional travel agents notice: 'People are playing it safe, just like during the pandemic'
The conflict in the Middle East is causing travelers to reconsider their holiday plans for May and the summer, leading to a rise in cautious booking behavior similar to the COVID-19 pandemic. Travel a...
Berendsen finds Russian participation in Paralympics 'incomprehensible'
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen criticized Russia's participation in the Paralympic Games under its own flag, calling it "incomprehensible" while the country continues its attacks on Ukraine. Ber...
Lia (82) struggles with loss of precious gold necklace: 'Where can I report it? Everything is digital nowadays and very alienating'
Lia, an 82-year-old woman from Bennebroek, has lost two irreplaceable gold necklaces inherited from her mother and gifted by her husband. She is struggling to find a way to report the loss to potentia...
Self-harvest garden Bloemendaalse Weelde officially launches
Mayor Michel Rog of Bloemendaal officially inaugurated the Bloemendaalse Weelde self-harvest garden on Friday by planting the first lettuce seedling. The new community garden is located on Johan Verhu...
Binnenweg hosts 'The Council on the Street' on Saturday March 14: Talking with Heemstede's lead candidates
Political Café Heemstede is organizing a soapbox debate and election market on March 14 at the Binnenweg under the theme "The Council on the Street." All political parties will be present to engage w...
Serbian woman (20) and baby missing since yesterday, last seen in Bos en Lommer
Police are searching for 20-year-old Sakira and her ten-month-old baby, who went missing on March 6 after being last seen in the Bos en Lommer neighborhood of Amsterdam. The woman was visiting family ...