Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Health risk warnings at more swimming locations
The number of health risk warnings at swimming locations has increased from 40 to 46 due to poor water quality, according to data from Zwemwater.nl. This rise was highlighted in a recent analysis by t...
Extra breaks and shorter routes for delivery workers due to heat
Delivery services and supermarkets are implementing safety measures, including extra breaks and increased water supplies, to protect employees from upcoming extreme heat. These adjustments allow deliv...
Óscar García takes job in Poland after leaving Ajax
Former Ajax coach Óscar García has been appointed as the new manager of Polish side Pogoń Szczecin. The 53-year-old Catalan joins the club after they finished ninth in the Ekstraklasa last season.
Dutchman elected Deputy Secretary General of the Council of Europe
Dutch diplomat Tanja Gonggrijp has been elected as the Deputy Secretary General of the Council of Europe. She won the position with 135 votes, defeating Finnish candidate Marja Ruotanen-Bourdages.
How stadiums turn into a massive Casablanca during the drinks break
The article observes how football fans are tuning into World Cup broadcasts from neighboring countries such as Belgium and the UK. It highlights the calm atmosphere and distinct terminology used by fo...
RIVM warns of smog in central and southern Netherlands
The RIVM has issued a warning for poor air quality due to smog in the central and southern regions of the Netherlands on Wednesday and Thursday. Affected areas include parts of Flevoland, Utrecht, and...
Dutch official joins EU-Taliban talks
A Dutch official is participating in technical-level talks between the European Commission and the Taliban in Brussels. The discussions focus on the repatriation of rejected Afghan asylum seekers foll...
No night trains around Amsterdam Central this weekend
This coming weekend, no trains will run to or from Amsterdam Central Station during the nights of Saturday to Monday due to maintenance work by ProRail. Additionally, fewer trains will operate on seve...
Heat in Haarlem
The city of Haarlem has introduced measures to help residents cope with high temperatures, such as providing free water refill stations and sunscreen dispensers. Official swimming locations like Molen...
Ruud repaints restored Dance Bench in original colors: 'Passersby are happy it’s back'
The 'Dansbank' art bench has been returned to its location along De Baandert after being restored following an act of vandalism. Ruud van Zon of the Bankjesparade foundation is currently repainting th...
Media relish World Cup row as players face tension at the breakfast table
The Dutch national football team maintains a positive atmosphere following a significant victory over Sweden at the World Cup. In contrast, other major footballing nations like Portugal are currently ...
Amstelveenseweg station closed early Saturday due to crowds after Lil' Kleine concert
The Amstelveenseweg metro station in Amsterdam will close early this Saturday to manage crowds following a Lil' Kleine concert at the Olympic Stadium. To ensure safety, GVB has announced that metro li...
Significant damage in rear-end collision on N205 near Vijfhuizen
A van and a company vehicle were involved in a rear-end collision on the N205 near Vijfhuizen on Tuesday morning. The crash resulted in significant vehicle damage, and ambulance personnel were on-site...
From neighbors to brewers: Sebastiaan and Sem build Biertje Buur together
Childhood friends Sebastiaan Dooyeweerd and Sem Nooij from Beverwijk have turned a failed home-brewing experiment into their own craft beer brand, Biertje Buur. The duo continues to develop their loca...
Canadian interest in Stolpersteine unveiling in Driehuis; relatives of Velsen victims attend
Next Monday, descendants of the Vleeschhouwer-Doof family will travel from Canada to attend the unveiling of four Stolpersteine in Driehuis. The commemorative stones at Vondellaan 53 honor family memb...
Major impact from sexual abuse case at Zoetermeer school
Oskar van der V. stood trial on Tuesday for sexual misconduct and secretly filming children at a school in Zoetermeer. During the proceedings, parents of ten victims exercised their right to speak, de...
Prosecution: Man wanted to murder asylum seekers at Amsterdam shelter
A 42-year-old man from Vught is suspected of attempted murder after allegedly planning to kill asylum seekers at a shelter in Amsterdam in early April. During a preliminary court hearing, prosecutors ...
ANWB deploys maximum roadside assistance until Sunday
The Dutch roadside assistance organization ANWB is deploying its maximum number of patrols through Sunday to handle increased demand during the predicted heatwave. The extra staffing is a proactive me...
Unwanted pregnancy and paternity suits in the 18th century: '15 to 25 percent of brides were pregnant'
This article examines 18th-century paternity disputes and unwanted pregnancies, highlighting a 1750 case in Haarlem involving a woman living near the Turfmarkt. Research indicates that during this era...
Fire in garbage truck in Nieuw-Vennep, load dumped on street
A fire broke out in the cargo hold of a garbage truck on Tuesday morning in Nieuw-Vennep. The driver responded by dumping the burning waste onto the street at Bolwerksepoort to manage the situation an...
B&B Vol Liefde not in danger: Jeroen Kijk in de Vegte remains as voice-over
Jeroen Kijk in de Vegte will continue as the voice-over for the television show B&B Vol liefde despite his career move from NPO to Talpa. His manager confirmed that his transition to the new network w...
Drought increases due to hot and sunny weather
Upcoming hot and sunny weather is expected to significantly increase the precipitation deficit in the Netherlands. Weather service Weeronline predicts that high temperatures will cause substantial moi...
Prosecution demands four years in prison in 1990 rape case
The Public Prosecutor has demanded a four-year prison sentence for a 59-year-old man for a rape committed in Bodegraven in 1990. The case involving the then 14-year-old victim was brought to trial in ...
Parents previously complained about Zoetermeer janitor
Several parents at a primary school in Zoetermeer had previously raised concerns about the behavior of janitor Oskar van der V. before his arrest as a sexual offense suspect. The 58-year-old had been ...
Why unions are shutting down public transport: ‘This is just the beginning’
Dutch trade unions FNV, CNV, and VCP have initiated strikes in the public transport sector to protest proposed government changes to social security. Union leaders warned that these actions are only t...
After Formula 1, now Formula E in Zandvoort: electric racing series coming to the Netherlands in 2027
Circuit Zandvoort is officially confirmed to host the Formula E electric racing series starting in 2027. This follows the track's final Formula 1 race, which is scheduled to take place this August. Th...
Various sporting events cancelled due to the heat
Several sporting events across the Netherlands have been cancelled due to an upcoming heatwave. Affected events include the four-day walking event in Sevenum and various running races such as the Roda...
Netflix announces third and final season of comedy series Haantjes
Netflix has confirmed that the comedy series Haantjes will end with its upcoming third season. Filming for the final episodes is currently underway, with a planned release date set for 2027.
Man sprinkled gasoline in partner's Lijnden home but denies intent to start fire, according to prosecution
A 38-year-old man from Amsterdam appeared in a Haarlem court for allegedly sprinkling gasoline throughout his partner's home in Lijnden on March 11. While prosecutors claim he created a life-threateni...
Dutch internationals warn Tunisia of razor-sharp Brian Brobbey: 'He is crucial in that regard'
Dutch national team players have highlighted the physical strength and scoring ability of striker Brian Brobbey following his two goals against Sweden at the World Cup. His teammates emphasized that h...