Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
New invention helps blind residents in Hoofddorp sort waste properly
A visually impaired resident from Hoofddorp has introduced braille labels for underground waste containers to help others identify different waste streams independently. Supported by waste collector M...
After Amsterdam's Bouillon, Weesp now has one too – but when can a restaurant actually call itself that?
A new restaurant called Bouillon d’Or has opened in Weesp, following the popularity of the Bouillon d’Amsterdam concept. The trend has sparked interest in defining what criteria a dining establish...
Animal shelter DOA celebrates 125th anniversary: We are here to stay
The Dierenopvangcentrum Amsterdam (DOA) is celebrating its 125th anniversary as the largest animal shelter in the Netherlands. Since its founding in 1901, the organization has evolved from a small res...
Amsterdam’s ‘fairy tale’ The Wolf and the Seven Little Goats for sale again for a fiver: ‘Children love the local slang’
Designers De Ru and Serano have released a new run of their successful Amsterdam-dialect version of the fairy tale The Wolf and the Seven Kids. Despite the pair facing severe health battles with cance...
Man injured after stabbing on Kloveniersburgwal, police searching for suspect
A man was hospitalized after a stabbing occurred on the Kloveniersburgwal in central Amsterdam on Saturday night. Local police are currently searching for a suspect, as the motive for the attack remai...
Ajax's F-side celebrates 50th anniversary with massive fireworks, flares and smoke bombs
Ajax supporters group F-side celebrated its 50th anniversary with large-scale fireworks displays at three locations across Amsterdam. The group, known for its long and controversial history in Dutch f...
How a new educational hype was embraced without debate: teaching in other languages
Primary schools in the Netherlands are increasingly offering half of their curriculum in foreign languages without significant public debate. Political commentator Hans van Soest criticizes this devel...
32-year-old man arrested for involvement in fatal Amstelveenseweg shooting
A 32-year-old man has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a fatal shooting that took place outside an Amsterdam bar early this morning. The 34-year-old victim died at the scene, and police be...
Dean Saunders gets tattoo of late brother Ben's name on his throat: 'Close to my voice'
Singer Dean Saunders has tattooed the name of his late brother, Ben, on his throat to keep him close while he performs. Ben Saunders, who gained fame as the first winner of The Voice of Holland, passe...
Traffic jam on A1 at Hilversum-Noord due to accident
A three-vehicle accident on the A1 near Hilversum-Noord has caused significant lane closures and traffic delays of about 45 minutes. Authorities expect the roadway to be fully cleared and reopened aro...
Inland vessel stranded by low water on the Rhine is sailing again
The cargo ship Terra 2 has resumed its journey on the Rhine after being stranded for several days on a sandbank caused by record-low water levels. After partially offloading its cargo of Mercedes-Benz...
43-year-old Amsterdam man dies in Hoofddorp crime, suspect arrested
A 43-year-old man from Amsterdam was discovered dead in a forest in Hoofddorp on Friday morning, with police confirming his death resulted from a crime. Authorities have arrested a 28-year-old suspect...
34-year-old man shot dead at hospitality venue, police hunt for tattooed shooter
A 34-year-old man was killed in a shooting near a hospitality venue on the Amstelveenseweg in Amsterdam early Saturday morning. Police are currently searching for a male suspect with a tattoo on his r...
Review: The Ziggo Dome erupts during the Princess Mononoke percussion solo at the Concertgebouw Orchestra and Joe Hisaishi concert
Composer Joe Hisaishi performed alongside the Concertgebouworkest at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. The concert attracted 13,000 fans who were captivated by the performance, particularly during the perc...
FNV and cleaning industry on collision course, new strikes imminent
FNV members have rejected a new collective labor agreement in the cleaning sector, leading to a standoff with employers who refuse to renegotiate. The union is now preparing for escalated strikes acro...
American singer Jesse McCartney announces arrival of second child
American singer Jesse McCartney and his wife, Katie Peterson, have announced that they are expecting their second child together. The couple, who are already parents to a one-year-old son named Archer...
Het Familiediner to end after more than 25 years with final season
The Dutch television series Het Familiediner is ending its run after over 25 years. Host Bert van Leeuwen confirmed that a final season is currently in production to conclude the program's long-standi...
Historic North Sea Canal celebrates 150th anniversary with special TV series
The North Sea Canal is marking its 150th anniversary with a commemorative three-part television series. Constructed in the 19th century to improve access for larger ships to Amsterdam, the canal trans...
Josje Huisman temporarily returns to K3 for Studio 100 singalong
Josje Huisman is returning to K3 temporarily to replace Hanne Verbruggen, who is going on maternity leave during the Studio 100 SingAlong in Symphony tour. The performances will take place in the Neth...
Screen Time | Trump fans the AI flames further as regulations remain absent
President Donald Trump and tech executives have agreed to a set of voluntary safety standards for artificial intelligence, though critics argue that self-regulation is insufficient compared to formal ...
Netherlands no longer on Eurovision Song Contest board following boycott
The Netherlands has lost its seat on the Eurovision Song Contest's Reference Group after the Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS withdrew from the competition. While the governing body is currently undergoing ...
At the Eye restaurant, even the wine tastes like juice and sawdust
Mara Grimm visited the restaurant at the Eye Filmmuseum for a monthly review. She noted that while the food is visually appealing, the actual taste and quality of the dishes are disappointing.
Wallis (33) from Scotland thinks we shouldn't complain so much about Amsterdam: 'This city is amazing in every phase of life'
Scottish native Wallis Grant, who moved to Amsterdam for her studies, now resides in the city's Oost district with her family. She rejects common complaints about the city, arguing that Amsterdam is a...
Were the Dutch ever truly tolerant of gay people? Researcher Linda Duits doesn't think so: 'But now the aversion is open'
Social scientist Linda Duits argues that historical claims of Dutch tolerance regarding homosexuality and women's rights are being challenged by current social trends. She notes that support for these...
Amsterdam firefighters climb Mount Kilimanjaro to process traumatic incidents
A team of Amsterdam firefighters is traveling to Tanzania to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in an effort to process traumatic incidents and build mental resilience. Led by experienced personnel like Peter We...
Ramez Ramzy (33) had to sell half of his hospitality empire: 'Of course I look in the mirror to see what went wrong. But I'm not dwelling on it'
Entrepreneur Ramez Ramzy has sold nearly half of his hospitality businesses following a period of over-expansion after the pandemic. He is now focused on improving the value of his remaining venues ra...
Karin Sitalsing reconstructs the journey of a Groningen baker's son who served as a cook on the Titanic and died in the freezing waves
Author Karin Sitalsing reconstructs the life and final journey of Hendrik Bolhuis, a chef from Groningen who died during the sinking of the Titanic in 1912. The account draws on historical research an...
Truly Naked wins six out of seven Golden Calf nominations
The film Truly Naked achieved major success at the Gouden Kalveren, winning six awards including best film, directing, and screenplay. Other winners included BASTA for best drama series, as well as se...
Six Golden Calves for ‘Truly Naked’, Daan Buringa named best actor
Muriel d’Ansembourg’s Truly Naked dominated the 46th Netherlands Film Festival, securing six Golden Calf awards including Best Feature Film. Other notable winners included actor Daan Buringa, the ...
Car flips onto roof at A10-West exit, driver taken to hospital
A female driver was hospitalized following a single-vehicle accident on Friday evening near the A10-West exit in Amsterdam. The car overturned and struck a traffic light, though the exact cause of the...