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.
Feeling Free review: Henny Vonk made beautiful music and is a valuable addition to the Dutch jazz canon
The Nederlands Jazz Archief has released Feeling Free, a collection of previously unheard recordings by the late Dutch jazz musician and poet Henny Vonk. This release serves as a significant tribute t...
Less demand, no lower prices: new housing market struggles due to high interest rates and small homes
High mortgage interest rates are reducing demand for new-build homes in the Netherlands, as developers maintain high, rigid prices despite falling interest from buyers. Additionally, government mandat...
Museum Night 2026: 8 places you want to visit
On November 7, over 65 museums in Amsterdam will participate in Museumnacht, offering visitors special access to more than 260 events after regular closing hours. Attendees are encouraged to plan thei...
NPO faces an uphill battle on the road to Eurovision participation in Bulgaria
The NPO is encountering significant difficulties in preparing for the Netherlands' upcoming Eurovision Song Contest participation. Internal disputes at the Mediapark and a lack of cooperation from bro...
Rembrandt House Museum struggles with falling visitor numbers due to rising hotel VAT and tourist tax: ‘This policy is killing us and the entire city’
Amsterdam's cultural sector is voicing strong opposition to rising tourist taxes and VAT increases, which are blamed for a significant drop in international museum attendance. The Rembrandthuis is amo...
VPRO presenter and comedian Roel Maalderink has become a father
VPRO presenter and comedian Roel Maalderink has shared the news of becoming a father. He is currently touring the country with his cabaret show while also dealing with recent professional controversie...
Netherlands player Jurriën Timber and girlfriend Roos de Back expecting first child
Dutch international footballer Jurriën Timber and his girlfriend, Roos de Back, have announced on social media that they are expecting their first child, a daughter. The couple, who currently live in...
30 years of ADE: In the international dance scene everyone knows October is ADE month
The Amsterdam Dance Event is celebrating its 30th anniversary, reflecting on its development and significant impact on the global electronic music scene. During the ADE Pro conference, industry leader...
While the world buckles under millions of hack attempts, the Netherlands was on time: ‘Very smart’
Dutch websites were taken offline on Wednesday as a proactive measure to defend against vulnerabilities found in PHP systems. This decision proved effective as millions of cyberattacks were launched g...
Less attention abroad for PHP danger: 'The Netherlands did not exaggerate'
While media coverage of critical PHP vulnerabilities was significantly more prominent in the Netherlands than in neighboring countries, cybersecurity agencies across Europe treated the threat with sim...
Wouter, Paul and Jesper on the Hajar murder case: ‘The perpetrator must have dumped the suitcase with her body in the Amstel very quickly’
Reporters are investigating the murder of 29-year-old Hajar after her body was discovered in a suitcase in the Amstel river. Police have arrested 23-year-old suspect Abdi A. in Spierdijk, while furthe...
More than 20 minutes at ADE without earplugs can cause significant hearing damage, ENT doctor warns
Ear, nose, and throat specialist Paul Merkus warns that attending the Amsterdam Dance Event without hearing protection can cause lasting damage in under twenty minutes. He emphasizes the importance of...
Little hope among away fans, but plenty of club love: "Atalanta is our religion"
Approximately two thousand Atalanta Bergamo fans have traveled to the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam to watch their team play Ajax in the Conference League. Although the supporters remain deeply ded...
What's cooler than a rave on a plane: Schiphol celebrates ADE
Schiphol Airport is participating in the Amsterdam Dance Event by hosting a series of electronic music parties within its terminals and a repurposed KLM aircraft. The celebrations began with a silent ...
Dutch automotive industry expects lower new car sales
The Dutch automotive sector expects a decline in new passenger car sales by 2027 due to shifting tax regulations and economic headwinds. While passenger car demand is cooling, sales of light commercia...
Student loan interest cap scheme fails, rates likely to rise even faster in coming years
The Dutch government has failed to implement a planned interest rate cap on student loans due to insufficient budget and rising global rates. Minister Rianne Letschert is now seeking alternative suppo...
European football night for AZ in Armenia • Ajax against Atalanta Bergamo
Dutch football clubs AZ and Ajax are playing important European matches this evening. AZ travels to Armenia to face Ararat Armenia, while Ajax welcomes Atalanta Bergamo to the Johan Cruijff Arena in A...
National Slavery Museum: what is the current status?
The National Slavery Museum in the Netherlands is currently under development, though it has encountered delays in its construction schedule. The project remains a significant effort to document and r...
Lights out! What to do near Haarlem during the Night of the Night
On October 24, the Netherlands celebrates Nacht van de Nacht to raise awareness about light pollution by encouraging people to dim their lights. Nearby in Overveen, residents can participate in starga...
Opening of slavery museum delayed by at least three more years
The opening of the National Slavery Museum in Amsterdam has been delayed by at least three years, with the target date shifting from 2030 to 2033. City officials cite the need for a more thorough arch...
PHP warns: Websites without updates remain vulnerable to attacks
PHP has released a critical security update for its programming language, urging all users to patch their systems immediately to prevent exploitation. While millions of attack attempts have been recor...
Iwan Bottse (75), co-founder of Surinamese radio in Amsterdam, has died
Iwan Bottse, a foundational figure in Surinamese radio in Amsterdam, has died at the age of 75. He is remembered for founding Radio Tamara and hosting the program Damsko So Mi Tan, which provided a vi...
Dutch citizens must be able to survive for 72 hours, but emergency broadcaster falls short
The Dutch government urges citizens to prepare for 72 hours of self-sufficiency during emergencies, but regional disaster broadcasters currently lack the fuel reserves to maintain service for that per...
Dancing into the weekend: ADE show on AT5 and SALTO
DJs Gregor Salto and Pete Philly are hosting a special broadcast show on AT5 and SALTO to celebrate the Amsterdam Dance Event. The program features interviews with various international artists and li...
Cast of Mabel & Margarita series expanded with Chris Peters and Peter Paul Muller
The upcoming series Mabel & Margarita has announced new cast members, including Chris Peters and Peter Paul Muller, alongside returning actors from the series Maxima. The show will explore the controv...
Amsterdam begins distributing emergency kits via the Food Bank
Amsterdam is launching a temporary emergency food parcel distribution program for low-income households in collaboration with the local food bank. The initiative aims to provide essential support to v...
Davina Michelle, Tangarine and Marnix Emanuel are candidates for the Eurovision Song Contest
The NPO is organizing the Netherlands' return to the Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria, with Davina Michelle, Tangarine, and Marnix Emanuel under consideration as potential candidates. The selection...
Growth in number of female directors at listed companies stagnates
The growth of female executive board members at companies listed on the Amsterdam stock exchange has stalled, with current trends suggesting gender parity in these roles will not be reached until 2044...
Dutch Consumers Association warns against false promises by water filter sellers
The Dutch Consumers Association has warned against misleading advertisements for unnecessary home water filters that falsely promise to remove contaminants like lead and chlorine. Experts caution that...
Gaming Authority issues record fine to illegal gambling company
The Netherlands Gaming Authority has issued a record fine to EOD Code SRL for operating twelve unlicensed gambling websites that accepted Dutch players. The penalty was increased due to serious securi...