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.
Shore leave for ship crews easier than before: ‘Going ashore is an outlet after months at sea’
The Port of Amsterdam is making shore leave more accessible for seafarers by requiring terminals to facilitate easier access to land. A new pilot program also offers free transportation for sailors on...
Bomb squad deployed for suspected explosives in Amsterdam commercial building
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and specialized fire department units were deployed to a commercial building on Archangelkade in Amsterdam following reports of potential explosives. The building...
COA: no temporary shelter for those sleeping outside in Ter Apel
The COA announced it cannot provide temporary night shelter for people sleeping outside the overcrowded reception center in Ter Apel. This applies to asylum seekers who arrive after the emergency acco...
De Hartekamp closes pools in Heemstede and Heemskerk, families stunned: 'The pool is a kind of valhalla'
Disability care organization De Hartekamp Groep has announced it will close its swimming pools for intellectually disabled residents in Heemstede and Heemskerk next year due to high costs. Families an...
Uitgeest station coffee bar proves its worth: 'Started simply with a filter coffee machine'
A citizen-led coffee bar at Uitgeest station has officially opened following a successful trial period of several months. The initiative emphasizes community ownership and aims to provide a local gath...
NOC*NSF aims to be ‘best prepared country’ for Los Angeles 2028 and has concerns over US visa policy
NOC*NSF aims for the Netherlands to be the best-prepared nation for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Despite these ambitions, the Dutch sports federation expressed concerns regarding high part...
Haroon Ali: 'Don't be a party pooper during the World Cup'
Columnist Haroon Ali discusses how Dutch football fans traveling to the World Cup in the United States are choosing to ignore political concerns and warnings. The article notes that these fans priorit...
Many Japanese on Dam Square in Amsterdam for emperor's visit: "This is very rare"
The Emperor of Japan began a state visit to the Netherlands with an official ceremony at Dam Square in Amsterdam, where he was received by King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima. Hundreds of Japanese...
Vitens warns of reduced tap water in Northeast Twente
Drinking water company Vitens has warned residents in Northeast Twente that they may experience lower water pressure this summer due to scarce supplies. The company sent letters to affected municipali...
Marco (43) underwent a lung transplant just like Crown Princess Mette-Marit: ‘I woke up and could immediately take a deep breath, it was fantastic’
43-year-old Marco van Eliveld shares his experience of undergoing a double lung transplant following the news of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit's successful surgery. Marco highlights the transfo...
This is what the new town near Amsterdam will be called
A new residential development in the municipality of Ouder-Amstel, located near Amsterdam, has been officially named Amstelvoorde following a community-wide vote. The project is set to include approxi...
Heemstede tightens heritage guidelines: ‘Without rules, historic buildings are unprotected’
The municipality of Heemstede is implementing a new ordinance this summer to enhance the protection of historic buildings and areas. This measure allows for faster intervention to prevent the loss of ...
Netherlands trains with fully fit squad for second World Cup match against Sweden
The Dutch national football team has begun training with a fully fit squad ahead of their second World Cup match against Sweden on Saturday. National coach Ronald Koeman led the session at the KC Curr...
Cabinet amends weapons law and mandates psychological testing
The Dutch cabinet is amending the Weapons and Ammunition Act to mandate a psychological examination for both new applicants and current holders of gun licenses. Justice Minister David van Weel also an...
Another Silver Griffel for Pim Lammers
Pim Lammers' poetry book 'Ben je vergeten dat babygeitjes bestaan?' has been awarded a Zilveren Griffel, one of the top Dutch prizes for children's literature. The book's illustrator, Nadia Meezen, al...
Cabinet announces radical education reform: language first, then arithmetic
The Dutch government is overhauling a multi-million euro education plan after it failed to improve children's reading and math skills over the last four years. State Secretary Judith Tielen announced ...
Code yellow for 'unpleasant, oppressive heat'
The KNMI has issued a code yellow alert for the Netherlands as temperatures are expected to reach up to 35 degrees Celsius this Thursday and Friday. The extreme heat and high humidity have triggered t...
René Froger returns to Ahoy with solo concert for 65th birthday
Dutch singer René Froger will celebrate his 65th birthday with a special concert titled 'Show of the Year 2026' at Rotterdam Ahoy. The event is scheduled for December 18, marking the singer's return ...
Patricia Paay will never walk properly again: 'Mentally fit, but physically not'
Patricia Paay is unable to walk properly following a fall down the stairs that occurred shortly after her hip surgery. Her daughter, Christina Curry, shared that while Paay remains mentally fit, her p...
Nature near Eindhoven and Rotterdam airports not yet protected by permits
Agriculture Minister Jaimi van Essen announced plans to enforce nitrogen limits at Rotterdam and Eindhoven airports following court rulings that nature permits are required. Despite these rulings, the...
Fire at company in Velsen-Noord quickly under control
A fire broke out at a company in Velsen-Noord on Wednesday afternoon. Firefighters were able to bring the blaze under control and extinguish it completely within thirty minutes.
Pesticides still ending up in ditches at bulb growers, water board sees ‘increasing number of exceedances’
The Rijnland water board reports that pesticides from bulb growers continue to contaminate local ditches, leading to an increase in regulatory violations. In response, the water board will conduct str...
Prosecutors: Men arrested in Amsterdam-Osdorp suspected of planning explosions or ATM bombings
The Public Prosecution Service suspects two men arrested after an explosion in Amsterdam-Osdorp of preparing for explosions or ATM robberies. Both suspects were injured in the blast and will remain in...
Multiple broad daylight thefts at Castricum station, suspects sought
Police are searching for three suspects who robbed several people at the Castricum railway station on Saturday afternoon. Authorities are urging victims to come forward and file reports while also see...
IJtunnel and Arenatunnel closed Friday for emergency repairs
The IJtunnel and Arenatunnel in Amsterdam will undergo emergency maintenance this Friday to replace outdated control and camera systems. The Arenatunnel will be closed from 07:00 to 12:00, while the I...
Netherlands gives Ukraine half a billion euros in weapons support
The Netherlands has announced a new 500 million euro military aid package for Ukraine. Half of the budget will be allocated to purchasing drones from Dutch manufacturers, while the rest will be spent ...
Delay in asphalting Stadspark roundabout IJmuiden
The asphalting of the Stadspark roundabout in IJmuiden has been delayed after workers discovered that the road's underlying layers are in very poor condition. This discovery was made during the mainte...
Controversial GP: I was portrayed as a quack in the media
GP Rob Elens testified before a parliamentary inquiry committee, stating that media reports portraying him as a 'quack' for prescribing off-label COVID-19 treatments had a severe impact on his persona...
Van Essen: nature restoration more important than nitrogen in the Peel
Dutch Agriculture Minister Jaimi van Essen emphasized that restoring nature through better water management in the Peel region is more critical than addressing nitrogen levels. A new regional agreemen...
Future of mobile drug support bus uncertain again: "Risk of losing track of users"
The future of a mobile drug consumption bus in Amsterdam is uncertain after the municipality canceled its planned relocation due to intense neighborhood protests. The bus must vacate its current spot ...