Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Red Cross opens donation account for aid to Venezuela
The Red Cross has opened donation account 5125 to support relief efforts following a double earthquake in Venezuela. The organization reports that thousands of people are in urgent need of food, water...
Debate over the new Haarlemmermeer coalition: Read all the reactions in our live blog
A liveblog provides real-time updates on the debate regarding the new coalition agreement in Haarlemmermeer, which is taking place in Hoofddorp. Reporter Frederique Teillers is covering the responses ...
Tata Steel names Herman van der Meyden as successor to Donald Pols
Herman van der Meyden has been appointed as the new director of communications and public affairs at Tata Steel. He succeeds Donald Pols, who was dismissed after just one day in the position following...
State Secretary yet to choose preferred option for Moerdijk
State Secretary Jo-Annes de Bat has postponed selecting a final plan for industrial and energy expansion near Moerdijk to further evaluate a scenario where the village remains intact. He intends to di...
Tielen wants to hear from inspectorate why FVD school was approved
State Secretary Judith Tielen has requested an explanation from the Education Inspectorate regarding the approval of a primary school affiliated with the Forum for Democracy (FVD) party. The school is...
Going to the beach with children in this heat? Dermatologist recommends UV-protective clothing
Dermatologist Göran van Rooijen from Spaarne Gasthuis provides safety advice for families visiting the beach during extreme heat in the Netherlands. He specifically recommends that children wear UV-p...
Flamboyant shirt sparks reactions: ‘Woke trash, go back to your own country’. Danielle Kliwon doesn’t think they are referring to Guus Til
The Dutch national football team's new warm-up shirt, designed by Amsterdam-based streetwear brand Patta, has sparked diverse reactions for its flamboyant design representing cultural diversity. Featu...
Castricum swimming pool to cost nearly €1.8 million more: three parties demand clarity over missing information and design choices
Three political parties in Castricum are seeking urgent clarification from the municipal executive after the budget for a new swimming pool at Noord-End sports park reportedly increased by nearly 1.8 ...
Joop van den Ende becomes sixth person ever to receive Golden Televizier Lifetime Achievement Award
Joop van den Ende has been awarded the Golden Televizier Lifetime Achievement Award for his significant contributions to the Dutch television industry. He is only the sixth person in history to receiv...
Samen Sterk Heemstede wants to scrap 't Groot Clooster bike path
The political party Samen Sterk Heemstede (SSH) will submit a motion during Thursday's city council meeting to cancel plans for a bicycle route through the 't Groot Clooster area. The party is calling...
Water fun ruined as jellyfish swarm beaches: 'Conditions are now ideal for them'
Large numbers of jellyfish are appearing along the Dutch coastline due to ideal warm weather conditions. This influx is discouraging beachgoers from swimming despite the ongoing tropical heatwave.
Employees under 45 more likely to take sick leave for mental health issues
Employees under the age of 45 are increasingly experiencing absenteeism due to psychological issues such as burnout, anxiety, and extreme fatigue. Data shows that 60 percent of this age group was abse...
Many bridges in North Holland not operated during heat
At least fifteen movable bridges in the province of Noord-Holland will not be operated until Sunday due to persistent heat. The bridges will remain closed to boat traffic between 10:00 and 21:00 daily...
New swimming beach in Zuidoost also accessible for wheelchair users
A new swimming beach has opened on the north shore of the Gaasperplas in Amsterdam Zuidoost. The facility is specifically designed to be accessible for individuals with physical disabilities, includin...
Firefighters rescue disabled woman on bicycle from ditch in Spaarndam
A disabled woman was rescued from a ditch by the fire department on Thursday afternoon after falling into the water with her bicycle in Spaarndam. The cause of the incident on the Kerkweg is currently...
King expresses sympathy after earthquakes in neighboring Venezuela
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima have expressed their condolences to the people of Venezuela following a series of earthquakes in the country. Venezuela shares maritime borders with Aruba, Cura...
Watch movies under the stars at these outdoor cinemas in Amsterdam
Several outdoor cinemas are opening across Amsterdam this summer, allowing people to enjoy films in the open air. These events offer a seasonal cinematic experience complete with snacks and nighttime ...
Forward Youssef el Kachati (ex-Telstar) from NEC to Stade Reims
Forward Youssef el Kachati has transferred from Dutch club NEC Nijmegen to French side Stade Reims after one season. The 26-year-old, who previously played for Telstar, recorded three goals and three ...
Official heatwave confirmed: 30.2 degrees in De Bilt
The Netherlands has officially recorded its first heatwave of 2026 after temperatures in De Bilt reached 30.2 degrees Celsius. This occurrence equals the record for the longest heatwave in the month o...
Dutch Parliament wants to tackle companies' ‘data hunger’
A majority of the Dutch House of Representatives is calling for action to curb the excessive collection and resale of personal data by online companies. The proposal aims to restrict how businesses pr...
Coalition: Moerdijk cannot be maintained with ongoing uncertainty
Dutch coalition parties D66, VVD, and CDA have expressed a desire to preserve the village of Moerdijk, provided that long-term certainty can be guaranteed to prevent future debates. Both the coalition...
Cargo cyclist injured in collision with bus in Haarlem
A cyclist on a cargo bike was injured on Thursday morning after colliding with a bus on the Nassaulaan in Haarlem. The accident occurred late in the morning and resulted in injuries to the person on t...
How can I train my body to handle the heat? Experts recommend an athlete's approach
As temperatures are forecast to reach 35 degrees Celsius, experts explain how individuals can train their bodies to better tolerate extreme heat using techniques similar to those used by athletes. The...
Marieke Elsinga hit a lamp post after falling asleep behind the wheel
Dutch radio DJ Marieke Elsinga confirmed on her Qmusic morning show that she recently crashed her car into a lamppost after falling asleep at the wheel. The admission followed reports of the accident ...
Netherlands sends rescue team to Venezuela after earthquakes
The Netherlands is deploying an Urban Search and Rescue team to Venezuela to assist with relief efforts following recent earthquakes. The team, consisting of rescue workers, dogs, and equipment, was d...
Social Impact Team to be permanent advisor in next pandemic
The Dutch government will include a Social Impact Team (MIT) as a permanent advisor in future pandemic responses to evaluate the social consequences of measures like lockdowns. This new structure, det...
Part of Parliament remains critical of women's health plan
Several Dutch political parties have expressed criticism towards Minister Sophie Hermans' plan to improve women's health, which was detailed on Thursday. Opponents argue that the initiative lacks suff...
Keti Koti in Heemskerk and Beverwijk: commemorating, celebrating and connecting around slavery history
On July 1, the Netherlands celebrates Keti Koti to commemorate the abolition of slavery in Suriname and the Dutch Antilles in 1863. The day serves as both a remembrance of ancestral suffering and a ce...
Major search in IJmuiden for two drowning victims, one rescued: 'Considering all scenarios'
A large search operation for a missing swimmer took place in IJmuiden aan Zee on Wednesday evening. While one person was rescued after entering the water during the operation, the original individual ...
Travel advice for seven countries in the Middle East updated
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has updated travel advice for seven Middle Eastern countries following a preliminary peace agreement between the United States and Iran. While travel is now large...