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.
Sports events take measures due to heat
Outdoor sports events across the Netherlands are implementing safety measures, such as shortening routes and adding water stations, to combat forecast temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius. In Haa...
Netherlands women to face Hungary in 2027 World Cup play-offs
The Dutch women's national football team will face Hungary in a two-legged playoff for qualification to the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. If they win, they will advance to a final playoff round against ei...
RIVM: Hantavirus ship quarantine over, no one fell ill
The quarantine period for passengers of the cruise ship Hondius in the Netherlands has concluded following a hantavirus outbreak in April. The RIVM reported that no passengers became ill, although one...
Ziggo to stop as Ajax main sponsor after next season
Ziggo has announced it will step down as the main sponsor of Ajax on July 1, 2025. The telecommunications company has decided not to renew its expiring contract with the Amsterdam-based football club.
Exemption for forest clearing in Natura 2000 areas scrapped
Dutch Agriculture and Nature Minister Jaimi van Essen has proposed removing a policy exception that allowed for easier forest clearing in protected Natura 2000 areas. Under the new proposal, any trees...
Significant impact on residents evacuated after Osdorp explosion: "It will take a while"
Following a massive explosion in the Osdorp neighborhood of Amsterdam, approximately 400 evacuated residents met with Mayor Halsema and emergency services to address ongoing safety concerns. The blast...
120 hours community service for brawling barbers after ‘explosion of violence’ in Hoofddorp
Four employees of a Haarlemmermeer barbershop have been sentenced to 120 hours of community service following a mass brawl during a company outing in Hoofddorp. The incident, which took place at a res...
Treat your dad: 6 tips for celebrating Father's Day in Amsterdam
This article provides six tips for celebrating Father's Day in Amsterdam on Sunday, June 21st. It suggests that organizing a day out is an excellent way to show appreciation and love for fathers.
Halsema announces new investigation into Hart voor de K-buurt, but foundation is unaware
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has announced a new external investigation into the neighborhood platform Hart voor de K-buurt following reports of concerning signals from city officials. The organizati...
Halsema announces new investigation into Hart voor de K-buurt, but foundation knows nothing
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has announced a new external investigation into the neighborhood platform 'Hart voor de K-buurt' following internal complaints from city officials. The foundation, which ...
Ecological mowing begins in Uitgeest to give plants and animals more space to grow
The municipality of Uitgeest has begun ecological mowing to provide more space for plants and animals to develop. By reducing the frequency of mowing, the local government aims to support and enhance ...
Jesper de Jong advances to Wimbledon main draw and appears at playful ‘One Point Slam’
Dutch tennis player Jesper de Jong has secured a direct spot in the Wimbledon main draw, avoiding the qualification tournament. He benefited from the withdrawal of Czech player Tomas Machac, who had t...
Free bus to the beach
Starting June 20, 2026, a pilot program will offer a free weekend bus service called the "Strandbus" connecting Haarlem and Haarlemmermeer to the beaches of Bloemendaal aan Zee and Zandvoort. This ini...
Housing priority for healthcare, education, and childcare
Haarlem has reopened and expanded its priority housing scheme for healthcare, education, and childcare professionals to combat regional staff shortages caused by high housing costs. The city, in partn...
Help shape the future of the station area
The city of Haarlem will host the 'Week van het Stationsgebied' from June 29 to July 3, 2026, to gather public input on the redevelopment of its station area. The project includes plans for a new bus ...
Dutch parliament wants direct train between Eindhoven and Brussels
The Dutch House of Representatives has passed a motion calling for a direct train connection between Eindhoven and Brussels. Additionally, a majority of members support the introduction of a second ho...
Pinkpop takes measures to prepare for heat and potential thunderstorms
Pinkpop organizers are taking precautions for the upcoming festival in Landgraaf due to forecasted high temperatures and potential thunderstorms. Measures include providing free water stations and inc...
Nuclear power plants only seem possible in Eemshaven, Groningen province strongly opposed
Grid operator TenneT has advised the Dutch cabinet that Eemshaven in the province of Groningen is the only technically feasible location for the construction of two new nuclear power plants. The provi...
More long-term sick employees sidelined: 10 percent increase since 2022
The number of long-term sick employees has increased by 10 percent since 2022, totaling over 900,000 people. This growth significantly outpaces the 4 percent increase in the total workforce during the...
Your pet can also suffer from heat: what your dog, cat or rabbit needs
As temperatures are forecast to rise in the coming days, pet owners are being offered advice on how to protect their animals from the extreme heat. The article provides practical tips for keeping dogs...
Ministry of Finance in the dark over identity of hacker
The Dutch Ministry of Finance remains unable to identify the hacker who breached its systems on March 19. Minister Eelco Heinen stated that it is likely impossible to reconstruct exactly what data was...
Ministry of Finance in the dark over hacker's identity and loot
The Dutch Ministry of Finance reported that the identity of the hackers behind a digital breach on March 19 remains unknown. While data was likely stolen during the incident, Minister Eelco Heinen sta...
Two years juvenile detention and mandatory treatment: Maximum sentence for boy who shot Rivaldo (17) dead
A minor has been sentenced to two years of juvenile detention and mandatory psychiatric treatment (TBS) for the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Rivaldo in Amsterdam-Zuidoost. The court handed down the m...
Farmer Ton welcomes families to Europe's only pampas grass maze: ‘You can make a wonderful afternoon of it’
Farmer Ton has opened a pampas grass maze in Nieuw-Vennep, which is believed to be the only one of its kind in Europe. The maze offers a unique outdoor activity for families as an alternative to tradi...
Haarlem Baseball Week setup a major puzzle due to new gymnastics hall: 1,800 square meters less
The 32nd edition of Haarlem Baseball Week is moving forward despite logistical challenges caused by a new gymnastics hall that reduced the event's available space by 1,800 square meters. The internati...
Is football going the American way with commercial ‘drink breaks’? ‘They are the top prize on the rate card’
NOS Sport's Xander van der Wulp explains that commercial advertisements during World Cup drink breaks are an optional but lucrative choice for broadcasters rather than a FIFA requirement. These breaks...
More passengers at Schiphol in May despite Gulf region unrest
Schiphol Airport saw an overall increase in passenger numbers in May compared to the previous year, despite a significant drop in travel to and from the Middle East. Airlines are currently avoiding se...
Zandvoort prepares for huge crowds: "All plans are in place"
Zandvoort is preparing for large crowds and potential antisocial behavior during upcoming warm weather and the Historic Grand Prix. Following previous disturbances, authorities have safety plans and t...
Ajax to play friendly against Greek club Panathinaikos
Ajax will play a friendly match against the Greek club Panathinaikos on July 4. The game is scheduled to take place at the EFC '58 sports complex in Ermelo, Netherlands.
Supermarket Vomar also donates to charity after misleading price promises
Supermarket chain Vomar donated 46,500 euros in grocery cards to the SchuldHulpMaatje charity after the Dutch Consumers Association challenged its misleading price guarantee slogans. The organization ...