Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Over 250 parrot hatching eggs seized at Schiphol
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) seized 261 parrot hatching eggs at Schiphol Airport. The eggs are suspected to have been illegally harvested from parrots living in th...
Man arrested in investigation into shooting of Iranian in Schoonhoven
A 27-year-old man was arrested in Germany on Wednesday for his suspected involvement in the shooting of a police officer of Iranian descent in Schoonhoven. The incident occurred last Thursday and left...
More fatal workplace accidents in 2025 than the previous year
The Dutch Labor Inspectorate reported an increase in fatal workplace accidents in 2025, with 59 recorded deaths compared to 52 the previous year. This data indicates a slight rise in work-related fata...
Netherlands comfortably meets old NATO target, handful of countries barely
The Netherlands comfortably met the previous NATO defense spending target by last year's deadline, while several other member states only narrowly succeeded. Following a summit in The Hague, allies ar...
Boekholt on interview: should have chosen words more carefully
Dutch Minister for Housing Elanor Boekholt-O’Sullivan expressed regret over her choice of words during a recent interview with The Guardian regarding peak-hour electricity conservation. Her comments...
Principled Max Verstappen sends message by dismissing reporter and settles old score once again
Max Verstappen dismissed an English journalist during a media session in Japan, signaling he had reached his limit with the reporter's conduct. The incident was not part of a calculated media strategy...
Netherlands and Germany seek host countries for return hub
The Netherlands and Germany are collaborating to identify host countries for potential asylum return hubs. During a meeting in Berlin, ministers from both nations announced plans to pursue this initia...
Marielys Roos (Hart voor Bloemendaal) wants to end VVD ‘arrogance’: ‘They lost three times in a row, a clear signal that things must change’
Marielys Roos, leader of the Hart voor Bloemendaal party, has criticized the VVD's approach to coalition negotiations in Bloemendaal, calling for an end to "backroom" politics. She argues that the VVD...
Barbara Sloesen and Joost Hofman regular columnists for new magazine LINDA.mini
Actress Barbara Sloesen and musician Joost Hofman have been named as regular columnists for the new magazine LINDA.mini, which is aimed at parents of young children. The couple will contribute a duo c...
Pump prices drop slightly after Monday's peak
Suggested retail prices for gasoline and diesel in the Netherlands have seen a slight decrease following a peak earlier this week. This trend suggests a stabilization in international oil prices, alth...
Marcel van Roosmalen to release first children's book in September
Dutch writer and program maker Marcel van Roosmalen will release his first children's book, titled 'De moppermeisjes (en hun mopperpapa),' on September 15. Published by Ploegsma, the story follows a f...
Will Leonie Hijne of Bonhoeffer College be named 'Sustainable Teacher' of the Year? 'It started when I harvested vegetables with the class at De Zanderij'
Leonie Hijne, a teacher at the Bonhoeffercollege in Castricum, is a nominee for the Sustainable Teacher of the Year 2026 award. The winner will be announced on March 26 during a ceremony at the Musis ...
Sexual Violence Center has been helping victims for ten years: 'If you’ve just been raped, a medical examination is very invasive'
The Center for Sexual Violence North Holland has assisted 1,200 victims of sexual assault over the last decade by providing forensic examinations and medical support. Team leader Wendy Deugd highlight...
Prosecutors demand 2.5-year prison sentence for Ali B in sex crimes case
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a thirty-month prison sentence for Ali B during an appeal in his sexual misconduct case. Prosecutors consider him guilty of one instance of sexual ass...
Prosecutors demand 2.5-year prison sentence for Ali B in sex crimes case
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has requested a 30-month prison sentence for rapper Ali B during his appeal for sexual misconduct. He is accused of one instance of assault and two instances of ra...
Spaarnwoude climbing wall gets new routes as current ones don't 'flow well': 'Perfect intro to outdoor climbing, but 5a minimum required'
Bjørn Vogelaar and Jim Wessels from Haarlem have been hired to create new routes and update existing ones at the Spaarnwoude climbing wall in Velsen-Zuid. The project aims to improve the climbing exp...
Caprera park reopens, deceased dog did not have Weil's disease
Caprera hiking park in Bloemendaal has reopened after a two-day closure sparked by fears that a dog had died from Weil’s disease. Further investigation confirmed the dog did not have the bacterial i...
Prosecutors seek acquittal for Ali B for sexual assault of Jill Helena
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service (OM) has requested an acquittal for artist Ali B regarding the alleged sexual assault of Jill Helena during an appeal hearing. Prosecutors stated on the second day...
Paul de Leeuw celebrates 65th birthday with concert at Rotterdam Ahoy
Singer and presenter Paul de Leeuw will celebrate his 65th birthday with a special concert at Rotterdam Ahoy on March 26, 2027. He will be joined by several guest performers for the event in the Rotte...
Burglar caught red-handed and arrested after home burglary in Bloemendaal
A 45-year-old man from Haarlem was arrested last night after being caught red-handed during a home burglary on Iepenlaan in Bloemendaal. The resident discovered the intruder, who then fled the scene b...
Gorinchem polling station: city council proceeds with voter fraud reports
The Central Election Committee in Gorinchem has formally confirmed local election results despite allegations of voting fraud. Mayor Reinie Melissant announced the decision on Thursday morning, noting...
Haarlem burglar caught red-handed after Bloemendaal home burglary
A 45-year-old man from Haarlem was arrested on Thursday after being caught red-handed during a burglary at a residence in Bloemendaal. The homeowner discovered the intruder inside the property before ...
Number of asylum seekers in Ter Apel drops rapidly
The number of asylum seekers at the registration center in Ter Apel decreased from 2,170 to 2,074 within a single day. While 96 spots were freed up during this period, it remains unknown where the ind...
Number of euthanasia reports rises above 10,000
The number of euthanasia reports in the Netherlands rose to 10,341 last year, representing a nearly 4 percent increase compared to the previous year. Although the total number continues to climb, the ...
Study: quality of maternity care under pressure
A study by Dutch health organizations warns that the quality of maternity care is under pressure due to increasing staff shortages. These shortages result in women receiving fewer hours of care than n...
More couples choosing to end their lives together
The number of people opting for euthanasia is increasing, particularly among those suffering from dementia or heart disease. Additionally, there is a rising trend of couples choosing to end their live...
Influencer Jade Anna's Heemskerk home finally sold after almost a year on Funda
Dutch influencer Jade Anna van Vliet has sold her house in Heemskerk after the property spent nearly a year on the real estate market. The residence, located on the Maerelaan, had been listed on Funda...
Heritage of the Week | Amsterdam Car City
This 'Heritage of the Week' feature examines Amsterdam's history as a car-centric city, visible through the wide streets of Plan Zuid and specialized garage buildings. These urban elements highlight t...
Things turn out differently for Mitchel Michaelis: Goalkeeper cannot resist Katwijk's call. 'Discussed it at length with my wife'
Goalkeeper Mitchel Michaelis is set to transfer from the Haarlem-based club Koninklijke HFC to VV Katwijk this summer. The Volendam resident decided to make the move after being convinced by Katwijk's...
How to turn your garden into a year-round outdoor space
The article explores how residents in Haarlem and across the Netherlands can transform compact gardens into year-round outdoor living spaces. It highlights that while Dutch weather is unpredictable, s...