Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Dutch Senate rejects strict asylum law
The Dutch Senate has rejected a proposed emergency asylum law, preventing new restrictions on family reunification and the introduction of temporary three-year residence permits. The decision follows ...
Asian Hornet spotted in Uitgeest? Take a photo and report it
The Asian hornet is becoming active as temperatures rise, prompting the municipality of Uitgeest to urge residents to stay alert. Since this invasive species is harmful to nature, citizens are encoura...
Ruth Jacott to tour the country with new theater show next year
Singer Ruth Jacott is set to launch a new theater tour across the Netherlands in early 2027. The tour will consist of fifteen performances scheduled in various theaters throughout the country.
Employers reject mandatory work-from-home day: 'A difficult puzzle'
The European Union is considering a proposal to mandate at least one day of remote work per week for employees in member states to mitigate the energy crisis. Dutch employers have voiced opposition to...
Dutch national injured in shooting at pyramids in Mexico
A Dutch national was injured during a shooting in the Mexican city of Teotihuacán on Monday. Local authorities reported the incident, which occurred near the historic pyramids.
EU foreign ministers hope for fresh start after Orbán departure
EU foreign ministers, including Dutch minister Tom Berendsen, expressed optimism for improved European cooperation following the election defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Berendsen cr...
400kg 'Scaredy-rabbit' to stay permanently in Flevopark: "Represents an increasingly busy city"
The three-meter-tall 'Anxiety Rabbit' sculpture by artist Piet Parra will remain permanently in Amsterdam's Flevopark after local authorities converted its temporary permit. Originally a gift from the...
Contractor crashes into old gate of Duinvliet estate
A contractor working on a nearby house renovation accidentally drove into and damaged a historic entrance gate at the Duinvliet estate on Monday afternoon. The incident caused significant damage to th...
From Paris to Seville and Italian pianist at 't Mosterdzaadje
Musicians Ksenia and Dasha Beltiukova, along with harpist Mirjam Rietbergen, will perform a concert titled 'From Paris to Seville' at the 't Mosterdzaadje venue. The event is scheduled for Friday even...
Help build a route planner for wheelchair users? We are looking for testers
Researchers are seeking testers to help develop a personalized and accessible route planner for wheelchair users. The project aims to improve how route information is presented to better meet the need...
Arnold Karskens’ dismissal at ON! stands, but he receives 100,000 euros
The court in The Hague has upheld the dismissal of Arnold Karskens from the broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland. While the dismissal remains in place, the founder and former chairman was awarded 100,000 e...
Listening in at Essent’s swamped customer service: ‘Fear that energy will become even more expensive’
Reporter Ton Voermans visited Essent's customer service department, which is experiencing a surge in calls from consumers concerned about the ongoing energy crisis. Many callers are seeking fixed cont...
Nathan Bell’s blues about the flip side of the American Dream. ‘Optimism as a survival mechanism’
American folk and blues musician Nathan Bell is returning to Haarlem this Wednesday to perform music from his new album, "Demokracy Blues." The record features raw blues sounds and confrontational lyr...
Berendsen: Pressure on Israel must be increased
Dutch Minister Tom Berendsen advocated for increased EU pressure on Israel during a foreign ministers' meeting in Luxembourg, aiming to influence the country's behavior. Following a request from the D...
PvdD The Hague 'blindsided' by news of being 'sidelined'
The Party for the Animals (PvdD) in The Hague expressed surprise following reports that it has been sidelined and removed from the city's minority coalition. Councilor Diego Demaree reacted to the new...
KLM cancels flights to Saudi Arabia for another month
KLM has extended the suspension of its flights to Riyadh and Dammam in Saudi Arabia until June 14. The airline had previously scheduled to resume operations on May 16, but has now pushed that date bac...
Three key symptoms of heart failure: ‘Sock marks on your legs aren’t normal’
Approximately 500,000 people in the Netherlands live with heart failure, a condition that causes 22 deaths daily but is often misunderstood by the public. Cardiologists identify key symptoms such as s...
Netflix hit Baby Reindeer to get Dutch stage version
A Dutch theater adaptation of the Netflix hit Baby Reindeer is in development, featuring comedian Thijs van de Meeberg in the lead role. The production follows the story of a comedian whose life unrav...
Indoor golf on the rise: "Golf used to be an old man's sport, this is more affordable"
Indoor golf is gaining significant popularity in Amsterdam as a more accessible and affordable alternative to traditional golf, especially among younger players. While some traditionalists still prefe...
Vandals destroy beloved bird sculpture: Haarlem Sculpture Gallery left with fragments and the bill
The sculpture 'Hirondelle,' a piece representing vulnerability located near Houtplein in Haarlem, was destroyed by vandals over the past weekend. The Beeldengalerij Haarlem is now left with the fragme...
Local resident voluntarily goes to prison in new season of Hell or Hotel
Wybren van Haga from Haarlem will voluntarily spend time in prison alongside London Loy for the new season of the television show 'Hel of hotel.' The program follows their experiences as they choose t...
Four cars burnt out on Cornelis Lelylaan
Four cars were destroyed by fire on Cornelis Lelylaan in Amsterdam's Osdorp district early Monday morning. Police are investigating the incident as a suspected case of arson and are calling for witnes...
Inspectorate investigates Yes We Can Clinics after BOOS broadcast
The Dutch Health and Youth Care Inspectorate (IGJ) has launched an investigation into Yes We Can Clinics, a treatment facility for young people with mental health and addiction issues. This action fol...
Dino exhibition opens in Zandvoort with 15 shipments and moving giants
The 'World of Dinos' exhibition is set to open this Saturday, April 25, at the former Holland Casino in Zandvoort. The display features life-sized, moving dinosaurs including the T-Rex and Velocirapto...
Revolutionary therapy gave René (57) his life back: 'I had been shaking since childhood'
Amsterdam UMC has begun treating patients with essential tremors using revolutionary High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) therapy. This treatment can significantly reduce or stop uncontrollable sh...
'Affordable' homes are out of reach for low-income earners
New owner-occupied homes classified as affordable by the government are often only accessible to individuals with high incomes. Consequently, low-income house hunters remain dependent on the rental ma...
King's Day to be dry and cool with some sunshine
King's Day is expected to be dry and cool, with temperatures ranging from 11°C in Dokkum to 16°C in the southeast of the Netherlands. The preceding King's Night will be particularly cold, with inlan...
Driver killed in serious accident on A9 near Lijnden
A motorist died following a high-speed rear-end collision on the A9 motorway near Lijnden on Tuesday night. The accident occurred between Amstelveen and Haarlem near a roadworks site, where police are...
Fatality in serious collision on A9 near Lijnden
A fatal collision between two cars occurred on Monday evening on the A9 motorway at the Raasdorp junction near Lijnden. One driver was reported to be seriously injured in the accident.
Student union to municipalities: relax room rental rules
The National Student Union (LSVb) is calling on Dutch municipalities to relax room-sharing regulations to address the ongoing student housing shortage. A study of fifteen cities, including Amsterdam, ...