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.
World Cup opening match draws 1.7 million viewers
The opening match of the World Cup between Mexico and South Africa attracted 1.7 million viewers. Additionally, the opening ceremony preceding the match drew an audience of 1.3 million people.
No altitude training or altitude tents: Jesper Rasch prepares for China with local North Holland races
Cyclist Jesper Rasch is preparing for the Tour of Qinghai Lake, a major stage race in northern China. Instead of traditional altitude training or using an altitude tent, he is conducting his preparati...
Rutte defends informal COVID crisis talks: 'Where you could share big emotions'
Former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte testified under oath before a parliamentary inquiry committee regarding his government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rutte defended the use of informal co...
End in sight for A9 Alkmaar-Uitgeest roadworks, but significant traffic disruption this weekend. Expect 60 minutes extra travel time.
Major maintenance on the A9 motorway between Alkmaar and Uitgeest has entered its final phase, with completion expected by 5:00 AM on Monday. Significant traffic delays of up to 60 minutes are anticip...
Clothing line of Assen art heist perpetrator proves popular: 'Entire collection sold out'
The clothing line launched by Douglas Chesley W., a perpetrator of the Drents Museum art robbery, has sold out and its website is temporarily offline. Managed from prison, the collection features desi...
Artist Demian de Jonge and his mother create artwork on electricity substation in Beinsdorp
Artist Demian de Jonge and his mother have transformed an electricity substation on Venneperweg in Beinsdorp with a new geometric graffiti design. De Jonge, who is also a tattoo artist, created the ar...
Schoof: Insufficient effort put into reaching COVID critics
Former top official Dick Schoof told a parliamentary inquiry committee that the Dutch government failed to adequately reach citizens who were critical of COVID-19 and vaccination policies. He stated t...
Enthusiasm for Geesterduin 2.0. Politicians embrace plan for 215 homes in Castricum, but raise concerns over loading and traffic
Politicians in Castricum have approved the outlines for the Geesterduin 2.0 project, which includes 215 new homes and a renovated shopping center. While the developer has committed to building social ...
Muse to perform two shows at Ziggo Dome in November
British rock band Muse will perform two shows at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on November 29 and 30. The concerts are part of the tour for their upcoming tenth studio album, The Wow! Signal, which is s...
Liander sees no indication of gas explosion at Amsterdam gym
Grid operator Liander reports no current evidence of a gas explosion at a gym in Amsterdam Nieuw-West, though investigations are still ongoing to rule it out completely. The timeframe for the completi...
Glitch in European data system on first day of migration pact
On the first day of the new European migration pact, the Eurodac database experienced a technical malfunction during a system update. The Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service confirmed that th...
No structural damage to apartment building next to Amsterdam explosion site
An explosion occurred last night in Amsterdam Nieuw-West, but the adjacent apartment building did not suffer structural damage. According to a safety region spokesperson, residents are still unable to...
Schoof: COVID measures remained strict due to poor compliance
Dick Schoof, former top official at the Ministry of Justice and Security, told a parliamentary inquiry committee that COVID-19 measures remained strict because public compliance with basic rules decli...
Mirjam du Cloo starts at Hart with ambition; ‘Culture must be accessible to everyone’
Mirjam du Cloo has begun her ambitious new role at the cultural organization Hart, advocating for universal access to culture. She brings a lifelong passion for diverse artistic genres, ranging from c...
Van Essen: June 26 clarity on resolving nitrogen deadlock
Dutch Agriculture Minister Jaimi van Essen announced that the government will provide clarity on June 26 regarding plans to resolve the nitrogen lock. The initiative aims to create space for housing c...
TikTok made me do it! Long queues at these city center food spots
Viral social media trends are causing exceptionally long queues at various restaurants and shops in Amsterdam's city center, a phenomenon known as "TikTok queues." The article explores how these viral...
Economic growth lower due to war in the Middle East
Economic growth in the Netherlands is projected to be lower than expected this year due to the conflict in the Middle East and rising energy prices. Increased consumer uncertainty has led to a decreas...
DNB: Inflation to 4.6 percent in worst-case scenario, but damage to the Netherlands is also limited
According to De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), Dutch inflation could rise to 4.6% next year in a worst-case scenario. However, the overall economic impact is expected to be limited because the country has ...
Firefighters rescue cats from Amsterdam apartment explosion
Firefighters rescued several cats from an apartment building in Amsterdam Nieuw-West on Friday morning following a massive explosion the previous night. The rescue team entered the building adjacent t...
Woman with 2-year-old son desperate after Amsterdam apartment explosion: ‘Our medication is inside’
Following a major explosion at an apartment complex in Amsterdam-Osdorp, hundreds of residents were evacuated and provided with hotel accommodations by the city. Resident Wilhelmina Ahmed and her fami...
Special Olympians from the Caribbean Netherlands arrive: "Everyone is a star"
Thirty athletes from Bonaire, Saba, and Sint Eustatius have arrived at Schiphol Airport to participate in the Special Olympics held in Haarlem and Haarlemmermeer. The delegation will compete in variou...
Community service and driving ban for provincial councilor who drove into protester in Haarlem
A Dutch provincial council member has been sentenced to community service and a driving ban after driving his car into an Extinction Rebellion protester in Haarlem. The court also handed down a suspen...
Sterk: Everyone must have access to the World Cup
Dutch Sports Minister Mirjam Sterk has stated that access to the upcoming World Cup in the United States should be open to everyone, including teams and their support staff. She intends to use the eve...
Stop the fuss about the arrival of the new herring
The article invites readers to share their opinions in a weekly poll regarding the annual excitement surrounding the arrival of the new herring season. It questions whether the media attention and pub...
World Cup disrupts TV schedule: these programs are being rescheduled
The start of the FIFA World Cup has led to significant changes in Dutch television programming as NOS broadcasts all 104 matches live on NPO 1. Consequently, many regular programs are being reschedule...
Scrap the requirement for aldermen to live in the municipality they govern
This weekly poll asks readers for their opinions on a proposal to abolish the legal requirement that aldermen must reside in the municipality they govern. The proposition addresses current regulations...
Sharon and Erik turned their Jesse-house into a green oasis: ’I always have a spot for one more plant’
Sharon and Erik de Roos have transformed their 1921 terraced house in Oegstgeest into a green oasis filled with numerous plants. The unique home was designed by architect Hendrik Johannes Jesse, who i...
Flowers at scene of accident where children died in Zeeland
A memorial featuring flowers, toys, and candles has been established at the site of a fatal traffic accident in Zeeland that occurred on Thursday. The local community is mourning the deaths of three c...
Taghi's new lawyers want 18 months of preparation time
Ridouan Taghi's new lawyers have requested at least eighteen months of preparation time for the defense in the ongoing Marengo trial. This request, if granted, would start in September and could delay...
No alternative to initial corona approach, says Schoof
Dick Schoof, the former top official at the Ministry of Justice and Security, testified before a parliamentary inquiry committee regarding the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He stated...