Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Minister Van Weel: Statements by Angelo Delsen (SP) do not violate police code of conduct
Minister David van Weel has ruled that SP councilor and police officer Angelo Delsen did not breach the police code of conduct with his political statements against the far-right. The minister confirm...
Why more expats are choosing to build their lives, not just careers, in Amsterdam
Expatriates are increasingly moving to the Netherlands for long-term stability rather than just career opportunities. Experts advise that newcomers should proactively manage their finances and plan fo...
One week of emergency gas reserves, lower storage levels: how do we stay warm this winter?
As winter approaches, concerns are rising in the Netherlands due to lower than normal gas storage levels and increasing energy costs. Climate Minister Stientje van Veldhoven is currently developing a ...
Live Q&A: ask all your questions about box 3 today
Financial experts and political reporters are hosting a live Q&A on Tuesday, October 6, to clarify changes to the Dutch box 3 wealth tax. The discussion focuses on the cabinet's transition toward taxi...
No upfront costs, but help available: how smoking cessation reimbursement works
Starting in 2027, patients will no longer need to pay upfront for smoking cessation medication as pharmacists will bill insurance providers directly. Currently, cessation programs and prescribed aids ...
Gordon 35 kilos lighter on Men's Health cover: 'Diabetes is in remission'
Singer Gordon has lost 35 kilograms and achieved medical remission from diabetes after committing to a disciplined lifestyle of strength training and walking. He shared his journey in Men's Health, ho...
Walking, chatting and taking a moment: join the Walk of Life in Haarlem
The Walk of Life is coming to Haarlem this October, offering free guided group walks on three consecutive mornings. The event focuses on mental health and social connection, inviting everyone to parti...
Amsterdam had the most beautiful street furniture in the world
Amsterdam is historically renowned for its distinctive and aesthetically pleasing street furniture, including lantaarnpalen, manhole covers, and public urinoirs. These objects serve as essential compo...
ANWB and Consumers' Association: serious defects in two car seats, models immediately withdrawn from sale
The ANWB and Consumentenbond have issued safety warnings for Britax Römer and Axkid car seats after discovering serious defects during crash tests. Sales for the affected Axkid model have been st...
Tattooing his ex's name on his face didn't help the expectant parents' relationship
The reality show Vier handen op één buik has launched its thirteenth season, documenting the experiences of teenage mothers guided by famous mentors. The program explores the diverse personal challe...
New Red Line demonstration announced, organizers call for mass turnout
Pro-Palestinian organizations have announced a major protest scheduled for November 8 in Amsterdam, where participants will gather at Museumplein dressed in red. The demonstrators are demanding that t...
Unsafe trampolines removed from playground after residents refuse to take out insurance
Two trampolines were removed from an Amsterdam playground after residents refused to form a foundation and obtain liability insurance. The equipment was deemed unsafe without these measures, resulting...
PvdA and Denk demand explanation from GVB over metro service disruption
PvdA and Denk have requested that the Amsterdam mobility alderman demand explanations from GVB regarding a major metro outage that occurred on October 2. The council members are questioning whether th...
Net contributors and net recipients completely at odds over EU budget: ‘Out of touch and appalling’
European Union member states are divided over the next long-term budget, with net-recipients demanding increased spending and the removal of contribution rebates for wealthier nations. Conversely, net...
Many households have unnecessarily heavy power connections, costing thousands of euros per year
Hundreds of thousands of Dutch households and businesses are paying for unnecessarily heavy electricity connections, costing them thousands of euros annually. The Authority for Consumers and Markets r...
UMC: increasingly unhealthy food supply in cities, Amsterdam also scores poorly: 'Hurry up with Food Law'
A study by the UMC across ten Dutch cities shows that urban food environments have become increasingly unhealthy over the last decade. Local officials are now calling for a new national Food Act to gr...
Haarlem gears up for the holidays already: lights are already up
Haarlem has started installing its annual holiday street lighting, a tradition that originated shortly after the Second World War. Specialized installers are currently mounting festive displays across...
AI-generated child abuse imagery on the rise: 'No longer distinguishable from reality'
AI-generated child sexual abuse imagery has surged by 40 percent in the first half of this year, with experts warning that these images are increasingly difficult to distinguish from reality. In the N...
Cabinet opens purse strings to tackle poor regional accessibility: 300 million for self-driving buses and more
The Dutch government plans to invest 300 million euros annually from 2030 to improve regional public transport accessibility and address staff shortages. Key measures include testing autonomous buses ...
These Amsterdammers are restoring artist Robert Jasper Grootveld's floating islands: ‘He was the godfather of art confrontation’
A group of volunteers is spending their Sundays restoring the historic floating islands in Amsterdam's Entrepothaven. This effort preserves the legacy of artist Robert Jasper Grootveld, who was known ...
6 English-language book clubs in Amsterdam
Amsterdam hosts several vibrant English-language book clubs that bring together international readers to discuss a variety of genres. These groups, such as Read and Sips and AMS Chapters, offer divers...
Illuminated tents in Westerpark symbolize Amsterdammers without a home
The Regenboog Groep installed illuminated tents in Amsterdam's Westerpark to highlight the plight of over 13,000 residents living without permanent housing. The protest coincides with the national Wee...
Squatters in Sarphatistraat: 'Homes for people, not for profit'
Squatters have occupied a vacant building on Sarphatistraat in Amsterdam, displaying banners against profit-driven housing. Because the group has been present for over a week, police cannot conduct an...
Men march through Amsterdam to protect women, feminist groups ‘irked by the gesture’
Organizers are holding a march in Amsterdam this Saturday intended to advocate for women's safety. Feminist groups have criticized the event, specifically taking issue with the organizers' stated goal...
Men march through Amsterdam against violence against women, feminist groups critical of the term 'protect'
Organizers are planning a march from Dam Square to Museumplein in Amsterdam this Saturday to protest violence against women. The event has faced backlash from feminist groups who take issue with the o...
Performer Jef Van gestel and dancer Cheroney Pelupessy win Gieskes-Strijbis Podium Prize
Performer Jef Van gestel and dancer Cheroney Pelupessy have been named winners of the Gieskes-Strijbis Podiumprijs, receiving 70,000 euros each for their contributions to the Dutch performing arts. Th...
At the Amsterdam Piano Duo Festival two pianists always play at once: how does that work?
The fourteenth edition of the Pianoduo Festival Amsterdam, organized by the Scholtes & Janssens duo, is currently taking place. This year's festival program emphasizes the balance between musical trad...
At the Dads and Ponytails workshop, fathers learn how to braid their daughters' hair: 'It’s actually very simple'
Faizi Nazir has launched a workshop in Amsterdam called Papa’s en Pony’s to teach fathers how to braid their daughters' hair. The initiative aims to help dads overcome their lack of experience and...
Stock of 660,000 kilos of car tires from bankrupt company still awaiting a buyer
A stockpile of 660,000 kilograms of shredded tires from the bankrupt firm Neva Ocean's remains unsold in the port of Amsterdam. The curator is struggling to finalize a sale due to stringent new Europe...
Alice in Wonderland theater production is a dazzling adventure full of dance, music, and magic
The Toneelmakerij and Doxx are launching a contemporary theatrical adaptation of Alice in Wonderland, focusing on themes of identity and self-confidence. The production premieres on October 11 at the ...