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.
Presenter Veronica van Hoogdalem gives birth to second child
Presenter Veronica van Hoogdalem and her fiancé Keyennu Lont have announced the birth of their second daughter, Malyka. The couple shared the news of their new arrival on social media this Wednesday.
Great concern among residents about new housing facility in Amsterdam Sloten
Residents of Sloten and Nieuw-Sloten in Amsterdam are protesting the city's plan to open a residential facility for forty people with mental health or addiction issues by late 2026. Concerns regarding...
16-year-old girl arrested for jewelry store robbery in Amsterdam Nieuw-West
A 16-year-old girl has been arrested following an armed robbery at a jewelry store in Amsterdam Nieuw-West on Tuesday morning. Three other suspects remain at large, and police are currently investigat...
NS updates house rules: bags may not unnecessarily occupy seats
The Dutch national railway operator, NS, has updated its house rules to prevent passengers from occupying seats with their bags. Traveler organizations have officially approved the measure, which will...
More money than ever among Dutch investors, but who are they? Average age is falling
The total value of investments held by Dutch investors, including stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, reached a record 234.2 billion euros in the second quarter. This 12 percent growth marks the fastest ...
Josip Sutalo could move to Italy on loan, Croatian still in Ajax squad for European match
Ajax is in advanced negotiations to loan Croatian defender Josip Sutalo to Lazio Roma. Despite the potential transfer, Sutalo remains part of the Ajax squad for the upcoming Conference League match ag...
Robin de Bood (60), former district chairman of Geuzenveld-Slotermeer, has died
Robin de Bood, a former district chairman of Geuzenveld-Slotermeer and executive at the organization PerMens, has passed away at the age of 60 due to a long-term illness. De Bood served in local polit...
Dutch ChatGPT users to see advertisements starting next week
Starting next week, OpenAI will begin displaying advertisements to ChatGPT users in 31 European countries, including the Netherlands. This rollout is part of a broader expansion of ad integration with...
Will the identity of 'Lucky' finally be revealed? Police investigate link to missing Canadian
Police are investigating a tip regarding the identity of a man known as 'Lucky,' who has been living in an Amsterdam nursing home for three years without a known identity. The investigation follows on...
Young soldiers take oath of office at Grote Markt in Haarlem
Young soldiers from the Regiment Huzaren van Boreel will take their oath or pledge on the Grote Markt in Haarlem. The ceremony is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, August 26, at 2:00 PM.
Why are all those army helicopters flying over the city?
Military helicopters, including Chinooks, are currently flying over Amsterdam as part of the 'Medic Falcon' training exercise. The exercise, which aims to prepare personnel for military operations, is...
Police issue warning after dangerous chase along railway in Haarlem
Police arrested a suspect following a mobile phone theft at Heemstede-Aerdenhout station on Tuesday. The incident involved individuals fleeing across the railway tracks towards Haarlem, prompting a po...
Military ceremony at Grote Markt
On August 26, young soldiers from the Regiment Huzaren van Boreel will take their oath during a military ceremony at the Grote Markt in Haarlem. The event includes a military parade through the city c...
Hero medal for Vera Rebel
Mayor Jos Wienen has awarded the Heldenpenning to Vera Rebel for saving a man from the Schotersingel in Haarlem on August 22, 2025. Rebel jumped into the water and brought the victim to safety after n...
High NS bill after summer discount causes confusion: 'Be alert'
Dutch train passengers are experiencing confusion and frustration after receiving unexpectedly high NS invoices despite purchasing a promotional 49-euro summer subscription. Many travelers report bein...
Air Force to fly F-35s over Zandvoort Grand Prix on Sunday
The Royal Netherlands Air Force will perform a flyby featuring a Chinook helicopter, a C-130 Hercules, and several F-35 fighter jets during Sunday's Dutch Grand Prix. This aerial display, requested by...
Emma Wortelboer gives birth to second daughter: 'The delivery went well'
Dutch presenter Emma Wortelboer announced on Instagram that she has given birth to her second daughter. The 29-year-old shared the news of the newborn's arrival on Wednesday.
Look back: Santi went viral with failed selfie during first Formula 1 in Zandvoort
In 2021, Santi Greeven became viral after a failed attempt to take a selfie with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff at the Zandvoort Formula 1 circuit when his mother called him at the crucial moment....
500 bullets in the facades: how a strike in Amsterdam got completely out of hand
In the summer of 1911, a strike by boat workers and sailors in the Amsterdam neighborhood of Kattenburg escalated into violent unrest. The workers were protesting to demand higher wages and improved f...
Body found in water near the Riekermolen
Police have discovered a body in the water near the Riekermolen at the Amsteldijk in Amsterdam. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, though the identity of the victim and the ...
Hold off on buying grass seed and fertilizer for your yellow lawn
Experts advise homeowners to wait before attempting to repair yellow lawns caused by the extremely dry summer of 2026. Applying grass seed or fertilizer now is discouraged, as the lawn needs time to r...
21-year-old man arrested after attempted burglary at Spaarndam fire station
A 21-year-old man from Haarlem was arrested for attempting to burglarize a fire station in Spaarndam after DNA evidence was found at the scene. This incident is part of a significant nationwide increa...
58 municipal reports on construction, tree felling, and traffic in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 58 permit applications last week, with the vast majority concerning projects directly within the city. These applications cover various issues including construct...
Dutch investors snap up SpaceX shares: record amount of 169 million euros
Dutch investors have invested a record 169 million euros in shares of SpaceX, CSG, and Magnum shortly after their market debut. The interest in Elon Musk's space company SpaceX has been particularly h...
New power grid rules: Bloemendaal urges timely registration of construction projects with Liander
The municipality of Bloemendaal is urging developers to submit housing projects by September 2nd to ensure timely grid capacity requests from Liander. This initiative targets all projects expected to ...
Water board around Amsterdam further expands sprinkling ban
The Amstel, Gooi and Vecht water board is extending its irrigation ban to include the use of groundwater due to persistent drought conditions. This measure follows a previous restriction on using surf...
Explosion at jeweler in Buikslotermeerplein, police investigate ATM blast
A jewelry store at the Buikslotermeerplein in Amsterdam-Noord was hit by an explosion early this morning, causing significant damage to the building and surrounding businesses. Police are currently in...
Soft Serve Day! 7 places to get a delicious soft serve ice cream in Amsterdam
In celebration of National Soft Ice Cream Day on Wednesday, August 19, various locations in Amsterdam are highlighted for their soft-serve ice cream offerings. Residents are encouraged to treat themse...
Build your own burger at Burger Business
Former case manager Saïd has opened the first Burger Business location in Haarlem's Cronjéstraat. The establishment offers customers the opportunity to assemble their own burgers.
20 crisis housing units planned for people with confused behavior
Housing corporation Ymere is establishing twenty 'time-out' homes in Amsterdam to provide temporary shelter and intensive support for individuals exhibiting confused or problematic behavior. This init...