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.
House shot at in Amsterdam
A residence on the Bos en Lommerweg in Amsterdam-West was targeted in a shooting incident around midnight. No injuries were reported, and police are currently searching for the perpetrator while inves...
Roadworks on N205 near Haarlem causing extra travel time
The province of North Holland is conducting road maintenance on the N205 between Haarlem and the A9 junction to replace asphalt and road markings. The road will be partially closed from September 10 t...
Dutch exports continue to rise in May, more petroleum products exported
Dutch exports increased by 5.5 percent in May compared to the same month last year. According to Statistics Netherlands, this growth was primarily driven by a rise in the export of petroleum products.
Moana among worst-performing Disney films after disappointing start
Disney's new live-action remake of the 2016 film Moana, released in the Netherlands as Vaiana, had a disappointing opening weekend. The film grossed 95 million dollars globally, marking it as one of t...
Singer Mick Harren's girlfriend breathing on her own again after childbirth
The partner of Dutch singer Mick Harren is recovering after being admitted to the intensive care unit following the birth of their daughter. Harren shared on Instagram that she is now breathing indepe...
Foundation demands hundreds of millions in mass claim against buy now pay later service Klarna
The foundation Massaschade & Consument (SMC) has initiated a mass claim against the payment service Klarna. The foundation alleges that the company is violating consumer credit regulations on a large ...
Restoration painters revive Tuschinski's original ceiling
Theater Tuschinski in Amsterdam is undergoing a major renovation of its main hall this summer, including the installation of new seating and LED lighting. As part of the update, restoration painters a...
AI characters harmful even when clearly fake: 'Comparison is a reflex'
The emergence of AI-generated characters like actress Tilly Norwood in feature films is raising concerns about its impact on beauty standards. Even when such characters are clearly identified as fake,...
Municipality must pay thousands of euros to canal cruise company following failed permit policy
A civil court has ruled that the municipality of Amsterdam must pay compensation to the shipping company Blue Boat due to a flawed licensing policy for tour boats. The policy, which forced many compan...
Sleep floating by an old fortification along the Vecht river near Weesp
Entrepreneur Toon Roozen offers unique off-grid accommodation in floating cabins located near the historic Fort Uitermeer by the Vecht river in Weesp. The site, which historically served as part of th...
Haarlem proud of new city festival: "In five years, people will postpone their holidays for this"
Haarlem has launched a new city festival called FIER, which commemorates the city's historical resistance during the 1573 Siege of Haarlem. Organized by local entrepreneurs and musicians, the event ai...
Dozens of people missed Transavia flight due to long queues at Schiphol
Dozens of passengers missed their Transavia flights on Friday night due to long queues at the check-in counters at Schiphol Airport. The airline attributed the delays to ongoing capacity issues.
Soldaat van Oranje director Theu Boermans receives royal honor
Director Theu Boermans was awarded a royal honor on Sunday for his long-term contributions to the theater industry. The recognition was presented just before the final performance of the musical Solda...
Anna Dobber heard nothing from New York Pizza after bullying on influencer trip
Content creator Anna Dobber has expressed deep disappointment with New York Pizza after she was bullied during an influencer trip organized by the company. Dobber stated that she never received an apo...
Rescue of Danielle's cat goes viral, but pet is still missing: 'It is very sad'
Danielle Guirguis' cat went missing from her houseboat in Haarlem on Monday, leading to a viral rescue video that has garnered millions of views. Despite the online attention, the cat was released bac...
Have you seen Momo, Elsa or Lilo? These 24 pets are missing in Haarlem
Twenty-four pets have gone missing in Haarlem over the past week. Owners are seeking public assistance in locating specific animals including Momo, Elsa, and Lilo.
Home on Gerard Callenburgstraat in West targeted by explosion for second time in a week
A residence on the Gerard Callenburgstraat in the Bos en Lommer neighborhood of Amsterdam was targeted by an explosion for the second time in one week. While no injuries were reported, police are inve...
Curtain falls on Soldaat van Oranje after sixteen years: 'It never got boring'
After nearly sixteen years, the long-running musical Soldaat van Oranje has officially concluded with its final performances. Cast members and audiences marked the end of the production, which became ...
Amsterdam's Tammie is looking for a boyfriend: this is the new documentary you want to see
A new documentary features Amsterdam-based trans woman Tammie Schoots as she navigates the complexities of dating and relationships. The film explores her personal experiences with common milestones l...
The Greenhouse | Striking silence in The Hague regarding the prosecution of Tata Steel
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan observes that there is currently a notable lack of political discourse regarding the potential prosecution of Tata Steel. The article questions whether this legal situati...
Tree across Dam square, traffic being diverted
A tree fell onto the Dam in Amsterdam on Sunday morning, blocking the road for traffic and cyclists. Local authorities and specialist services have been deployed to clear the debris, though the road r...
Rutger (45) and his husband find mother for child on Facebook
Rutger and his husband Teun successfully found a woman named Eline through the Facebook group Meerdangewenst to help them start a family. Following their connection, the couple welcomed a daughter in ...
Roxy Dekker announces new album: 'Coming out this year'
Singer Roxy Dekker announced during the NPO 3FM program VoorAan on Saturday that she plans to release a new album later this year. This will be the artist's first full-length project to be released in...
Martin Garrix, Afrojack and De Jeugd van Tegenwoordig: this is the line-up for the final Dutch Grand Prix
The final Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort, scheduled for August 21 to 23, will feature a musical lineup alongside the Formula 1 racing events. Renowned Dutch artists, including Martin Garrix and Afrojac...
School holidays remain a puzzle for working mothers: 'Fathers' turn'
Working mothers in the Netherlands face significant challenges balancing their careers with childcare during school holidays. Many mothers choose to reduce their working hours due to the high costs an...
Final performance of Soldier of Orange concludes with drone show
The final regular performance of the musical Soldaat van Oranje at the TheaterHangaar in Katwijk concluded with a ten-minute drone show. Thousands of drones were used to display various scenes and cha...
Heavy police presence in Legmeerstraat after reports of shooting, street cordoned off
Police cordoned off the Legmeerstraat in Amsterdam following reports of a potential shooting around 19:15. Authorities found no suspects or victims at the scene and are still investigating whether a s...
Glennis Grace: Thanks to boxing I hit those high notes with ease
Singer Glennis Grace credits boxing as a key factor in improving her vocal range and performance. Additionally, she manages an inflammatory condition through specialized treatments and emphasizes the ...
From MH17 to a homeless ministry: a prime minister's vacation is anything but quiet
Dutch ministers, including Rob Jetten, face challenges when trying to take a vacation due to their high-profile roles. They must remain reachable at all times, with intelligence services often requiri...
Tourist threatened with firearm and robbed of watch and designer bag in Slotervaart
A 22-year-old tourist from Latvia was robbed at gunpoint by three suspects in the Slotervaart neighborhood of Amsterdam this afternoon. The suspects stole the victim's phone, watch, and designer bag b...