Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
The Spanish enclave at Ajax: A mix of human warmth and sporting toughness
Journalist Edwin Winkels discusses the increasing Spanish influence at Ajax, highlighting a coaching style that blends personal warmth with professional intensity. He also shares insights on the evolu...
Former top speed skater Irene Schouten expecting second child: 'So happy and grateful'
Former professional speed skater Irene Schouten has announced she is pregnant with her second child. The news follows a difficult year for the family, as their first-born son Dirk recently recovered f...
Kees Tol leaves vtwonen after nine years: Not my own choice
Kees Tol is stepping down as the host of the interior design program vtwonen: Weer verliefd op je huis after nine years. The presenter stated that the decision was made by the production company to al...
Gasoline and diesel prices high due to scarcity, but 100-day reserves available
Record-high gasoline and diesel prices in the Netherlands are being driven by global supply shortages and the geopolitical blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the high costs, the country maintai...
Trial successful: over 60 percent of Amsterdam asylum seekers find a job or take steps toward paid employment
A successful pilot program in Amsterdam has helped over 60 percent of participating asylum seekers find employment or make progress toward securing a job since 2025. Due to these positive results, the...
New charges against suspect in murder of woman in Nieuw-Vennep
New allegations of sexual harassment and assault have surfaced against Adil Q., the suspect currently in custody for the murder of a 59-year-old woman in Nieuw-Vennep. The suspect continues to refuse ...
Dive into the past: what to do in Haarlem during the 2026 Month of History
Haarlem will participate in the 2026 Month of History throughout October, featuring the theme Body & Mind. The city will host a major History Festival on October 17, offering lectures, debates, and pe...
Municipalities expand paid parking due to financial deficits
Municipalities in the Netherlands are expanding paid parking zones to secure additional revenue to offset chronic budget deficits. This shift is driven by reduced central government funding and increa...
Iron tablets could help many women a long way: 'they literally get their lives back'
Many women in the Netherlands suffer from chronic fatigue, mood swings, and concentration issues that are frequently misdiagnosed as burnout or depression. Experts suggest that a significant number of...
Amsterdam pilot helps 644 asylum seekers find work
A pilot project in Amsterdam has successfully assisted 644 asylum seekers in finding employment. Both the participants and the involved employers have expressed positive feedback regarding the initiat...
Rod Stewart brings farewell tour to Amsterdam
Rod Stewart has announced his final concert tour, titled The Final Encore, which includes a stop in Amsterdam. The legendary artist clarified that while this is his last tour, he is not retiring from ...
Three Amsterdam restaurants awarded Bib Gourmand for great food at an affordable price
Three restaurants in Amsterdam have been awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand for delivering excellent food at affordable prices. The honored establishments include FuLu Mandarijn, Utage Sake Bar, and Bo...
200 new trash cans in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is installing 200 new trash bins equipped with automatic closing lids to reduce street litter. The bins also feature specialized compartments for deposit bottles and cans to encourage better...
The 100th episode of Damsko: how is Urban Cowboy Rob from Noord doing?
The show Damsko revisits Rob van Delden, a former windsurfing champion and local celebrity once known for his cowboy attire, for its hundredth episode. The update reveals that Rob remains in deep isol...
Delicious! Haarlem restaurant awarded a Bib Gourmand
Brasserie Bruis in Haarlem has been awarded a Bib Gourmand by the Michelin Guide for its high-quality French cuisine and excellent price-to-quality ratio. The restaurant is one of ten establishments i...
New jaguar at Artis Zoo expected to breed: But love cannot be forced, even for jaguars
A 16-year-old male jaguar has arrived at Amsterdam's Artis Zoo from Sweden to join a 17-year-old female, with the hope that the pair will produce offspring for the species conservation program. The zo...
PRO aims to remove abortion from criminal law again
PRO Member of Parliament Lisa Vliegenthart has introduced a bill to remove abortion from the Penal Code, arguing that the procedure should be treated strictly as medical care. The proposal seeks to el...
Katja Schuurman and Giel Beelen to participate in Het Perfecte Plaatje
The new season of the Dutch photography competition Het Perfecte Plaatje features a cast including Katja Schuurman, Giel Beelen, and several other well-known celebrities. Hosted by Tijl Beckand, the s...
Every 4 minutes a person over 65 ends up in the ER after a fall, 80 percent suffer serious injury
Every four minutes, a senior citizen in the Netherlands is admitted to the emergency room following a fall, with 80 percent of cases involving serious injuries. New data indicates a rising trend in th...
Guus Meeuwis and Faberyayo to compete in De Slimste Mens ter Wereld
Musician Guus Meeuwis and rapper Faberyayo are among the 38 participants confirmed for the new season of the quiz show De Slimste Mens ter Wereld. The group of contestants also includes Francesco and ...
Amsterdam is the most popular city for young people leaving their parental home
Data from Statistics Netherlands shows that over 174,000 young adults moved out of their parental homes in 2024, with Amsterdam being the most popular destination. The figures reveal distinct trends i...
ACM wants more transparency on how online prices for airline tickets and products are determined
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is urging companies to be more transparent about how online prices are calculated. The regulator aims to dispel common misconceptions held by ...
Writers and journalists take action against Facebook AI model training
Dutch writer and journalist organizations are initiating collective legal action against Meta for using copyrighted materials to train AI models without consent or payment. The coalition aims to secur...
GroenLinks and PvdA also merge in North Holland province
GroenLinks and the PvdA have merged their provincial factions in North Holland ahead of the 2027 elections, with Tim Wagelaar serving as the new group leader. Additionally, the provincial government h...
Fries at risk? Cabinet study sees growing risk of potato crop failure
A government-commissioned study warns that a proposed ban on PFAS-containing pesticides could lead to widespread potato crop failures in the Netherlands due to increased risks of blight. While the che...
Petrol price breaks record again on Monday after slight increase
The recommended price for a liter of gasoline in the Netherlands hit a new record of 2.730 euros on Monday. This increase is attributed to rising global oil prices driven by ongoing tensions in the Mi...
Pussycat Dolls prove they are in shape at Ziggo Dome despite troubled reunion tour
The Pussycat Dolls overcame internal drama and tour cancellations to perform a nostalgic show at Amsterdam's Ziggo Dome. Led by Nicole Scherzinger, the trio delivered a high-energy performance featuri...
People with inheritance move house more often or choose solar panels
Research from Statistics Netherlands indicates that people who receive an inheritance are more likely to move house or install solar panels than those who do not. As baby boomers age, experts warn tha...
Nearly 1600 West Nile virus infections in Europe this year
Europe has recorded nearly 1,600 cases of the West Nile virus this year, with Italy reporting the highest number of infections. Health officials note that the virus is spreading further north, likely ...
Dutch people spend 9 percent more at foreign supermarkets
Dutch consumers spent 9 percent more at foreign supermarkets in the first half of this year compared to the same period in 2024. Data from De Nederlandsche Bank shows a rise in both transaction volume...