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.
Handbike of actor Daan Buringa stolen: "I can do much less in a day now"
Actor Daan Buringa, who lives in Amsterdam, recently had his custom-made handbike stolen outside a local restaurant. The theft significantly impacts his mobility and professional activities, and he ex...
Willem van Oranje musical overhauled after six months: 'More heart and less head'
The musical 'Willem van Oranje' is undergoing significant changes after being on stage for over six months, including the removal of scenes, songs, and the character Coornhert. These revisions aim to ...
Mika Godts to join PSG: Ajax reaches broad agreement on 55 million euro transfer fee
Ajax has reached a preliminary agreement with Paris Saint-Germain for the transfer of 21-year-old Belgian player Mika Godts. The deal is expected to result in a transfer fee of approximately 55 millio...
Drought in Groenendaal forest: Heemstede warns of falling branches
The municipality of Heemstede has issued a warning regarding the risk of falling tree branches in the Groenendaal forest due to persistent drought conditions. Visitors are advised to stay on designate...
Purchasing power takes a hit from rising energy prices, but economy remains on track
Rising energy and fuel prices are negatively impacting the purchasing power of Dutch households, with growth expected to decline by 2027. Despite these financial pressures, the Dutch economy continues...
Blow to wallets: purchasing power barely rises and will even drop next year
Dutch households are facing financial pressure as high inflation, driven by energy and food prices, limits purchasing power. Projections indicate that real income will barely increase this year and is...
Máxima actor Steef de Bot and girlfriend expecting first child: 'What a joy'
Dutch actor Steef de Bot, known for his role as Constantijn in the series Máxima, has announced that he and his girlfriend, Charlie van der Ligt, are expecting their first child together. The couple ...
Hans Beijer, B100 from Bassie en Adriaan, dies at age 78
Hans Beijer, the actor best known for his role as B100 in the Dutch children's show Bassie en Adriaan, has passed away at the age of 78.
Enjoy culture outdoors at the Vondelpark Open Air Theatre (and it's completely free)
The Vondelpark Openluchttheater is offering free weekend performances including music, comedy, and dance. These cultural events will continue to be hosted at the venue through Sunday, September 13.
Dutch Consumers Association demands end to Groen Adviespunt sales practices
The Dutch Consumers' Association, Consumentenbond, has demanded that Groen Adviespunt immediately end its current sales practices regarding home batteries and sustainability advice. The organization c...
New in Amsterdam: Giulia and Simone live their Italian dream at ice cream parlor Arte Vanilla
Giulia and Simone have opened the ice cream parlor Arte Vanilla on Kinkerstraat in Amsterdam. The shop distinguishes itself by preparing ingredients from scratch, including roasting pistachios and han...
Drugs, rape and prostitution: Halsema closes home after 'serious abuses'
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has ordered the closure of a residence for three months following the discovery of a professional cannabis plantation. This action follows reports of serious criminal act...
Míchel concludes once again that Ajax is not yet ready for life without Mika Godts: 'I hope he stays'
Ajax drew 2-2 against Shelbourne in the Conference League qualification rounds in the absence of Mika Godts. Coach Míchel Sánchez expressed concern over a potential transfer for the forward and emph...
Amsterdam stock market rises further and sets new record
The Amsterdam stock exchange reached a new record high on Friday. Significant gains from data providers RELX and Wolters Kluwer, which rose 3 and 4 percent respectively, contributed to the market's pe...
Woman (26) seriously injured in collision between scooter and car on Cornelis Lelylaan
A 26-year-old woman was critically injured in a collision between a scooter and a car on the Cornelis Lelylaan in Amsterdam early Tuesday morning. The scooter's driver sustained minor injuries, while ...
Young spoonbill arrives weakened at Haarlem Bird Hospital
A young spoonbill was recently admitted to the Vogelhospitaal in Haarlem in a weakened, thin, and dirty condition. The bird is currently receiving care at the facility.
Europaweg in Haarlem reopened to traffic
The Europaweg in Haarlem will reopen to traffic tomorrow, two weeks ahead of schedule, following its transformation into a 'city street' with reduced car lanes and new roundabouts. While the road is r...
Smokers bring in less excise duty and VAT due to switch to foreign or illegal tobacco products
Dutch smokers are increasingly purchasing tobacco products from abroad or illegal sources due to rising domestic prices. The tobacco industry estimates this shift has resulted in a 3 billion euro shor...
Spinozacampus residents sound alarm: rat infestations caused by illegal dumping
Residents of the Spinozacampus in Amsterdam Zuidoost are calling for urgent action against persistent waste dumping and a subsequent rat infestation. While the municipality has promised to add contain...
New reality series starring Christina Curry premieres September 3
RTL 5 has announced that a new reality series featuring Christina Curry and her family will premiere on September 3. This series marks the follow-up to the reality show featuring her parents that aire...
Cinemas and hardware stores are ‘winners’ of the heat, other businesses lose out
A report from ABN Amro indicates that movie theaters and hardware stores are seeing increased business during the current heatwave. Conversely, many other companies are facing negative impacts from th...
Closed storage facility and home in North contained half of Opium List: at least 22 types of drugs
Mayor Halsema of Amsterdam has ordered the closure of a home and storage unit in the city's Noord district for three months after police discovered at least 22 types of illegal drugs. Authorities foun...
Chagai (24) arranged the sale of thousands of eclipse glasses: they flew off the shelves for 15 euros each
Twenty-four-year-old entrepreneur Chagai Elburg successfully sold thousands of eclipse glasses for 15 euros each at his pop-up shop in Haarlem on Wednesday. The high demand resulted in long queues and...
Netherlands hasn't decided yet, but Eurovision door is slightly ajar
The Eurovision Song Contest is changing its rules to prevent countries in conflict from hosting the event, which could create an opportunity for the Netherlands to return. However, the Dutch broadcast...
Short, intense dune fire near Zandvoort
A brief but intense fire occurred in the dunes near Zandvoort this evening. Firefighters successfully brought the blaze under control within an hour, and no injuries were reported.
European playoff spot beckons for Ajax in Dublin
Ajax is in Dublin for the second leg of the Conference League third qualifying round against Shelbourne FC, holding a 3-1 lead from their previous home match. Meanwhile, the club has expressed interes...
Weesp lock closed until there is a precipitation surplus again: "This is fun for no one"
The lock in the center of Weesp has been closed indefinitely by the regional water authority due to persistent drought conditions. This measure aims to conserve fresh water for vulnerable nature reser...
Former PvdA politician and ex-mayor Jacques Wallage (79) has died
Former PvdA politician and mayor of Groningen, Jacques Wallage, has passed away at the age of 79. He served as the mayor of Groningen from 1998 to 2009.
Netherlands scores poorly in Europe for cash acceptance in hospitality sector
The Netherlands has the highest rate of cash refusal in the hospitality sector within the European Union, with only 78 percent of cafes and restaurants accepting cash payments. Cash is also frequently...
Major fire in house on Prinsengracht, black smoke visible over city center
A large fire broke out in an apartment on the Prinsengracht in Amsterdam this afternoon. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene at 4:27 PM to combat the blaze, which caused visible black smoke over...