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.
US law firm to appeal against Tiësto's multi-million dollar claim
The American law firm Greenberg Traurig is filing an appeal in the Supreme Court against a ruling by the Amsterdam Court of Appeal. The court previously ordered the firm to pay DJ Tiësto 17 million d...
Dynamic energy contracts becoming increasingly popular: 1 in 12 pay variable rates
The popularity of dynamic energy contracts is rising in the Netherlands, with over 1.1 million households now opting for plans where prices fluctuate continuously based on market rates. While these co...
Open Monument Day in Haarlem: these are the special places you can visit
During Open Monumentendag 2026, the public will have the opportunity to visit several historic sites in Haarlem that are typically closed to visitors. This event includes locations such as the Bakenes...
Europaweg reopened to traffic
The Europaweg in Haarlem will reopen to all traffic on Friday, August 14, at 4:00 PM, two weeks ahead of schedule. The newly designed street features improved facilities for cyclists, pedestrians, and...
Grachtenfestival moves to Tuincentrum Osdorp: classical music among the plants
The Grachtenfestival, a major classical music event in the Netherlands, held a unique performance at the Tuincentrum Osdorp in Amsterdam. Attendees enjoyed works by composers like Ravel and Händel am...
Grachtenfestival moves to Tuincentrum Osdorp: classical sounds among the plants
As part of the annual Grachtenfestival, musicians Isaac Lottman and Lisa Jacobs performed a classical music concert at the Tuincentrum Osdorp in Amsterdam. The performance, which fits the festival's g...
King presents trophy to latest Dutch Grand Prix winner
King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and Princess Alexia will attend the final Dutch Grand Prix at the Zandvoort circuit next Sunday. The event will conclude its current run in 2026, with the venue t...
Willem-Alexander, Máxima and Alexia attend Grand Prix in Zandvoort
King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and Princess Alexia will attend the Dutch Grand Prix at the Zandvoort circuit on August 23. The visit was officially announced by the Government Information Servi...
Mister Jordaan Festival founder Jan de Bie has died
Jan de Bie, the longtime organizer of the Jordaan Festival, has passed away following a prolonged illness. De Bie was a well-known figure in Amsterdam who helped launch the careers of numerous Dutch s...
Ajax joins race for former Feyenoord player Lutsharel Geertruida
Ajax has entered the competition to sign former Feyenoord player Lutsharel Geertruida. The club has initiated discussions with the player, who is also being heavily pursued by PSV.
Eric gets Haarlem residents with a 'stuttering brain' moving
Care worker Eric Sterenberg leads weekly exercise sessions for people with dementia in Haarlem to help maintain physical health and cognitive function. Sterenberg, who is seeking volunteers to assist ...
Where is Ajax's new number 6? 'Míchel always prioritizes quality over physical strength there'
Ajax continues to struggle in its year-long search for a new defensive midfielder to succeed Jordan Henderson. Head coach Míchel Sánchez is looking for an intelligent player capable of breaking open...
Former time trialist and Raleigh seller now wants to save Batavus: Spectacular collection of bike brands
Irish businessman and former cyclist Mel T. Sutcliffe is looking to acquire the bike brands from the bankrupt company Accell. His interest follows a notable career that includes his previous involveme...
Gasoline in Belgium gets more expensive, but still much cheaper than in the Netherlands: here is the difference
The maximum price for Euro95 gasoline in Belgium will increase by 7 cents to 1.936 euros per liter starting this Friday. Despite the price hike, fuel remains significantly cheaper in Belgium compared ...
Electricity prices double due to solar eclipse but power grid holds firm: Even helped other countries
Electricity prices in the Netherlands doubled due to a significant drop in solar energy production during a solar eclipse. Despite the sudden decrease in supply, the Dutch power grid remained stable a...
Fastned opens 28 new fast charging stations in the first half of 2026
Fastned opened 28 new fast-charging stations in the first half of 2026, marking a record for the company. The operator now manages a total of 434 charging stations across nine different countries.
Man stabbed on Warmoesstraat, suspects arrested with taser
A man was stabbed during a conflict on the Warmoesstraat in central Amsterdam early this morning. Police arrested two suspects using a taser, and the victim was transported to the hospital in consciou...
Pizza, pasta or poké bowl: Dutch people spend more money on food delivery
Over the past decade, consumer spending on takeaway and delivery meals in the Netherlands has more than doubled. People are increasingly relying on prepared food services rather than cooking at home.
Ditch water is banned, tap water is allowed: these are the consequences of the sprinkling ban
Starting Friday, the Amstel, Gooi and Vecht water board has implemented a daytime ban on using surface water for garden irrigation due to persistent drought. The measure aims to preserve water levels,...
Achmea profit falls due to storm damage
Insurance company Achmea reported a decrease in operational profit for the first half of the year compared to the previous year. This decline is largely attributed to damage claims resulting from seve...
Spotify raises prices by 2 to 3 euros, here is how much a monthly subscription costs now
Spotify is increasing the monthly prices for its Premium, Duo, and Family subscription plans in the Netherlands. A standard Premium subscription will now cost 14 euros per month.
Large pension funds in new system expect small pension increase
Retirees at major pension funds in the Netherlands that have transitioned to the new pension system may receive a modest pension increase next year. This development affects those covered under the up...
‘There is already so much beauty’: Anna Belle runs Vintage Nō 5
Anna Belle, a 23-year-old entrepreneur, has successfully expanded her vintage clothing business, Vintage Nō 5, from a private sale in her mother's living room into two retail stores. Based on Gierstr...
Haarlem house prices still rising, but at slowest pace since 2023
Housing prices in Haarlem have increased by 1 percent compared to last year, according to data from Statistics Netherlands. This represents the slowest rate of price growth recorded in the city since ...
Cycle path, footpath and road signs: this is where tourists get lost
The intersection of Spiegelgracht and Prinsengracht in Amsterdam causes significant confusion for pedestrians and cyclists due to unclear traffic signs and layout. While the municipality acknowledges ...
How Amsterdammers watched the solar eclipse
Approximately 400 people gathered on the roof of Nemo in Amsterdam on Wednesday evening to witness a solar eclipse. Most attendees used special eclipse glasses to observe the event as the moon partial...
Mysterious meteorite impact next to Paradiso: "Normally nothing of the city center would be left"
Artist Leonard van Munster has created an art installation involving a mock meteorite impact in the garden next to the Paradiso music venue in Amsterdam. The work serves as a commentary on environment...
Mysterious meteorite impact next to Paradiso: "Normally nothing of the city center would be left"
Artist Leonard van Munster has installed a meteor impact installation in a garden next to the Paradiso music venue in Amsterdam. The project serves as an artistic commentary on existential threats, su...
Mart Hoogkamer's girlfriend had two miscarriages before daughter's birth
Singer Mart Hoogkamer revealed that his partner, Jennifer, suffered two miscarriages before the birth of their daughter, Logan. The couple shared their difficult journey to parenthood in an interview ...
Efteling embraces AI despite criticism: 'Technology can enhance wonder'
Theme park Efteling is increasingly experimenting with artificial intelligence, such as interactive characters and talking trees, to enhance the guest experience. Despite criticism from some visitors ...