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.
PostNL and DHL: where to find a parcel locker in Haarlem
PostNL and DHL have installed parcel machines across various locations in Haarlem, allowing residents to send and receive packages 24/7. Users only need a mobile phone and a valid email address to ope...
Damage to home after smoky fire in Haarlem
A fire broke out in a residence on Herensingel in Haarlem during the early hours of Saturday morning. Residents discovered the blaze around 2:10 AM after smoke filled the building, causing damage to t...
From Kennemerland to the New York Yankees: how this region grooms baseball talent for the world's biggest league
Three Dutch baseball talents, Celwin Hurkmans, Tijn Frederikze, and Cayro Hazel, have recently signed contracts with Major League Baseball teams. They were trained through the Kennemerland Rabbits pro...
How Amsterdam aims to improve safety for women after Lisa's murder, but is it enough?
Amsterdam is investing 16 million euros in women's safety measures, such as improved lighting and buddy systems, following the murder of a 17-year-old girl. Despite these plans, critics argue the acti...
How Amsterdam aims to become safer for women after Lisa's murder, but is it enough?
Following the murder of a teenager, Amsterdam has allocated 16 million euros to improve women's safety through measures like better lighting, buddy systems, and specialized enforcement officers. While...
Gerard (72) is convinced his meter is lying, but Vattenfall finds the real culprit
72-year-old Gerard Reulink suspected his new energy meter was faulty after receiving an unexpectedly high bill from Vattenfall. However, an investigation by the utility provider revealed the meter was...
Minors easily obtain illegal weight-loss injections via dealers: 'Many children buy from us. They want it delivered to school'
A thriving illegal trade in weight-loss injections is targeting minors, fueled by the global popularity of drugs like Ozempic. Although these substances have not been tested for use by young people, d...
Rijsttafel with an aftertaste: how a bargain can sometimes smell sour
A Social Deal offering discounted rice table vouchers at Ron Gastrobar turned out to be less advantageous than customers initially expected. The situation highlights potential issues with the transpar...
Uitgeest child health clinic closed after years of foul odors
The consultation bureau on Graskamplaan in Uitgeest has closed following years of persistent odor issues. If the landlord, Kennemer Wonen, cannot find a solution to the problem, the closure will becom...
Haarlem Food Bank sees number of clients drop 40% in three years, while Velsen and Haarlemmermeer fill up
The number of clients at the Haarlem Food Bank has decreased by 40% over the last three years, highlighting a regional disparity in food aid demand. In contrast, nearby municipalities like Velsen and ...
Group of asylum seekers moved to Zwolle as De Wijk night shelter is full
A group of approximately ten asylum seekers was transported from the Ter Apel application center to Zwolle on Friday evening. The relocation was necessary because the night shelter in De Wijk had alre...
Futsal Amsterdam loses second final match, Tigers crowned champions
Futsal Amsterdam lost the second match of the national title finals 3-0 to Tigers Roermond, who secured their third consecutive Dutch championship. Despite hitting the woodwork several times, the Amst...
Inspection at Polish supermarket in Hillegom: rolls of snus among bulk candy, tobacco in the fridge and cigarettes among the chips
Authorities discovered illegal vapes, snus, and tobacco hidden among groceries during an inspection of a Polish supermarket in Hillegom. The items were found concealed in various places throughout the...
Japanese Emperor and Empress arrive in the Netherlands on Saturday
Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako are scheduled to arrive in the Netherlands this Saturday for a state visit at the invitation of King Willem-Alexander. The official program of the visit wi...
Failed? Heartfelt congratulations from Richard Kemper: What does a diploma really mean anyway?
In an article reflecting on Dutch graduation traditions, Richard Kemper observes the widespread display of flags and school bags across the Netherlands to celebrate successful students. He offers a me...
Evacuation of passengers from stranded trains completed
Approximately 1,300 passengers were evacuated from three stranded trains near Woerden following a fire in a transformer building. ProRail confirmed that the evacuation process has been completed and r...
100,000 euros raised for families of Zeeland accident victims
A fundraising campaign for families affected by a serious traffic accident in Vogelwaarde, Zeeland, has raised over 100,000 euros in just one day. The initiative was launched by a parent from the prim...
VVD and Denk clash with PRO Amsterdam over coalition plans: "The ship is turning for the left"
The opposition parties VVD and Denk have rejected the new coalition agreement presented by Pro Amsterdam and D66, criticizing it for postponing key decisions and cutting youth care budgets. While the ...
Rutte maneuvers through questioning in classic Rutte style: here are the four key moments
Former Prime Minister Mark Rutte testified before a parliamentary inquiry committee in The Hague to defend his government's policy decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic. He navigated the questioning ...
'We have built up a lot in recent years, we want to maintain that line.' Heemskerk entrepreneurs want to continue investing in the shopping area
Entrepreneurs in the center of Heemskerk have signed an implementation agreement to continue joint investments in the local shopping district beyond 2026. The move marks a significant step toward exte...
Dionne Stax's mother passes away: 'Still can't grasp it'
Dutch television presenter Dionne Stax announced on Friday that her mother has passed away. In an Instagram post, the 41-year-old described her mother as her pillar of support and expressed that she i...
Paris Saint-Germain has become the standard in football, but Ronald Koeman has learned little from it, says Henk Spaan
Columnist Henk Spaan provides his weekly ratings for various football figures, including Netherlands national team coach Ronald Koeman. The piece also evaluates FIFA President Gianni Infantino and for...
Whether to let children watch late-night World Cup matches: 'My dad says yes, my mom says no'
Dutch parents are facing a dilemma over whether to let their children stay up late or wake up at night to watch the national football team's World Cup matches in the United States. The time difference...
Green light for six extra caravans at De Elzenhof, four additional pitches uncertain due to endangered species. ‘But we want to push ahead as a council’
Heemskerk's local government has approved the addition of six new trailer pitches at De Elzenhof, a project developed in collaboration with residents. While these spots are confirmed, four additional ...
Sex with animals, an XTC shop: political youth are quite wild
The article explores the formalization of the PRO party and its potential to signal a new era for Jesse Klaver’s political movement. It also touches upon the provocative and unconventional policy id...
Refugee Council: restless day in Ter Apel
The first day of the new European asylum and migration system was marked by unrest at the Ter Apel reception center. A spokesperson for VluchtelingenWerk Nederland reported on the tense atmosphere as ...
Lieke Martens speaks about loss of son Eden: 'We will never forget him'
Former Dutch football player Lieke Martens has shared her personal story regarding the loss of her son, Eden, who passed away after 24 weeks of pregnancy. She spoke about how the tragic event has prof...
🔴 Watch live: Special Olympics opening ceremony in Haarlem
The Special Olympics National Games for people with intellectual disabilities are taking place this weekend in Haarlem and the surrounding region. The event kicks off with an opening ceremony at the H...
Next COVID inquiry week kicks off with Diederik Gommers
Diederik Gommers will kick off a new week of public hearings by the Dutch parliamentary inquiry committee investigating the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Gommers, a former Outbreak M...
Dorien visits natural burial inspiration evening at Onderlangs in Castricum: ‘I’m looking for a spot in the sun’
Dorien attended an information evening about natural burials at the Onderlangs cemetery in Castricum to learn about eco-friendly end-of-life options. The event allowed visitors to explore the grounds ...