Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Yves Berendse to perform in Nieuw-Vennep; rock fans also catered for at Van Zanten Hal
Singer Yves Berendse is scheduled to perform at the Van Zanten Hal in Nieuw-Vennep on Friday evening, September 25. The event aims to cater to both fans of the artist and rock music enthusiasts.
COA fails to vacate Epe asylum hotel and must pay penalties
The Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA) has failed to relocate residents from an emergency shelter in Epe, resulting in mandatory penalty payments to the municipality starting Wed...
Traditional Dutch snacks make way for Asian favorites: Gyoza and yakitori on the rise
Traditional Dutch snacks like the bitterbal and frikandel are losing popularity as consumers increasingly opt for Asian alternatives like gyoza and yakitori. An analysis by trade magazine Distrifood i...
How to prevent hearing damage: ‘Take a 15-minute break after 60 minutes of noise’
ENT specialist Maarten Vijverberg shares expert advice on how to protect hearing and prevent permanent damage from noise exposure. He recommends taking a 15-minute break for every hour spent in a loud...
Bikker wants state to pay for security of Jewish institutions
ChristenUnie leader Mirjam Bikker is calling on the Dutch government to take over the funding for the security of Jewish institutions and buildings. She argues that providing safety is a core responsi...
Romania displays art treasures for the first time after theft in the Netherlands
Art treasures stolen from the Netherlands last year have been presented to the press in Romania for the first time since their recovery. The historical objects will be displayed to the public at the N...
Plants and animals disappear from nature, and then from our memory. Exhibition at North Holland Archives shows nature's resilience
The Noord-Hollands Archief is hosting a new exhibition titled 'Wij leefden hier. Sporen van vergeten natuur' that explores the historical decline of biodiversity in North Holland. The display focuses ...
Fairground boss Klaas (66) returns to IJmuiden for 40th year with three generations and ‘watchdog’ Cooper: ‘Here they tell it like it is’
Fairground operator Klaas Braak has returned to IJmuiden for the 40th year, accompanied by two of his children and the family dog. Braak expressed his appreciation for the direct and down-to-earth nat...
'Living without answers is a struggle'. Families of missing persons live in a nightmare
In the Netherlands, approximately 1,500 people remain missing after more than a year, causing their families to live in constant uncertainty. These loved ones are often unable to start the grieving pr...
Outdoor swimming resumes April 28: get one free ticket!
Outdoor swimming pools are scheduled to reopen on April 28. Through May 10, visitors can receive one free ticket with their online orders for outdoor pool access.
Electric driving for 150 euros a month? ‘I think many people would be happy with that’
The European Union is exploring a plan based on a French model to offer low-income citizens electric vehicle leases for approximately 150 euros per month. While the Netherlands has not yet adopted thi...
European Court allows ‘cheat cigarettes’ to stay, ‘bizarre reasoning’
The European Court of Justice has ruled that current cigarette emission measurement methods can remain in place, effectively allowing so-called "cheat cigarettes" to stay on the market. This decision ...
The Black Archives has a new spot in the Suriname Museum
The Black Archives has moved to its new permanent location at the Suriname Museum in Amsterdam-Oost, housing thousands of items documenting Black history and heritage. The facility, which transitions ...
Karol G to perform at Johan Cruijff ArenA next July
Colombian singer Karol G will perform at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam on July 10, 2027, as part of her 'Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour'. The concert was announced by organizer MOJO and marks ...
April Festival kicks off again at Nieuwmarkt: "Rescheduled my holiday for it"
The annual Aprilfeesten neighborhood festival has kicked off at the Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam, featuring traditional attractions like a Ferris wheel and live music. Running since 1988, the event focuses...
Pomphuis opens doors for school memories of Heemstede and Bennebroek
The Historical Association Heemstede-Bennebroek is launching an exhibition this Saturday at the Pomphuis focused on primary school history from 1940 to 1985. Local residents are encouraged to attend a...
Parliament demands self-employed benefits victims not be fined after all
A majority of the Dutch House of Representatives is demanding that the cabinet honor its promise to freelancers who assisted with the childcare benefits scandal recovery. The intervention aims to prev...
Car flips on Bos en Lommerweg, police arrest driver
A car flipped over during a multi-vehicle accident on the Bos en Lommerweg in Amsterdam West on Wednesday afternoon. While no one was injured in the collision, police arrested one of the drivers invol...
Faber's strict law scrapped, but tough asylum policy implemented via backdoor
Despite the Dutch Senate's rejection of the emergency asylum law, the government plans to implement most of Minister Marjolein Faber's strict asylum measures through standard legislation before the su...
Twelve fire engines deployed for large wildfire in Otterlo
A large wildfire broke out on Tuesday at a heath near Otterlo, located between Ede and Otterlo in the Gelderland province. Twelve fire engines were deployed to combat the blaze, which was reported to ...
Karol G to perform at Johan Cruijff Arena, but there's a 445-day wait
Colombian reggaeton star Karol G has announced a concert at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam scheduled for July 10, 2027. Tickets for the performance go on sale next week, nearly a year and a half...
The Phantom of the Opera returns to the Netherlands after thirty years
The musical 'The Phantom of the Opera' is set to return to the Netherlands after more than thirty years. The production will be staged at the Nieuwe Luxor Theater in Rotterdam starting in the spring o...
Renze Klamer’s new show stings for Humberto Tan: 'Loyalty is punished'
Humberto Tan has expressed frustration over Renze Klamer receiving a new talk show on RTL starting this September. Tan described the decision as strange, noting that Klamer previously left his role at...
Price of beer and spirits to rise every year to fund crisis plan
Alcohol excise taxes in the Netherlands will now increase annually in line with inflation to help fund the National Crisis Plan for Oil. This measure means that the cost of beer and other alcoholic be...
100 euro banknotes soon available at ATMs: Geldmaat starts trial
Geldmaat is launching a pilot program to include 100 euro banknotes in its ATMs, increasing the current maximum denomination from 50 euros. The trial will roll out across 46 Geldmaat locations in majo...
Paper newspapers will no longer be delivered to Vlieland and Schiermonnikoog from July
Publishers Mediahuis and DPG will stop delivering paper newspapers to the Dutch islands of Vlieland and Schiermonnikoog starting in July. The decision, caused by changes at postal service PostNL, affe...
King's Day in the districts: that's where the party's at!
King's Day celebrations will take place throughout all districts of Amsterdam, featuring traditional flea markets, orange-themed parties, and live music. The city has provided a guide and tips for res...
Geesterweg roundabout in Uitgeest takes shape
A new roundabout is being constructed at the intersection of Geesterweg and Prinses Beatrixlaan in Uitgeest. The project is scheduled to take place from April through November of this year.
Road workers make Broekeroog and Rijksweg intersection in Velserbroek safer
Road workers are currently upgrading the intersection of Broekeroog and Rijksweg in Velserbroek to improve traffic safety. The construction project has resulted in the main access route into the villa...
Nearly 910 Haarlem motorists sent to dangerous driving courses in recent years
A total of 909 drivers from Haarlem were sent to the CBR for mandatory driving courses or investigations due to dangerous behavior in recent years. This follows a nationwide trend of increasing number...