Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Schiphol seeks construction and maintenance partners for renovation
Schiphol Airport has initiated five new tenders to find construction and maintenance partners for its largest infrastructure renovation project to date. The effort, which replaces contracts expiring i...
Drunk man harasses people, falls into water and is arrested
A 44-year-old man from Tilburg was arrested in Haarlem this morning after allegedly harassing people while under the influence of alcohol. After police were alerted to his behavior, the man was rescue...
Amsterdamse Hap: enjoy a rotating daily special for 15 euros at Café Kosmos
Café Kosmos in Amsterdam’s Staatsliedenbuurt offers a rotating daily special for 15 euros, aiming to make dining out accessible to everyone in the community. The cafe, which has operated for three ...
Suspect in shooting of Syrian teenagers still remaining silent
The suspect accused of killing two Syrian teenagers in Amsterdam on New Year's Day continues to exercise his right to remain silent, complicating the ongoing investigation. The court has ordered the 2...
Will PRO choose influence or ideals in Brussels? Merger party must show its colors in Europe
The Dutch political party PRO is deciding whether to join the European Greens or the Party of European Socialists to meet new European regulations. Party leadership prefers the social democrats for th...
MEROL, Roze Filmdagen and documentary F*CK DRUGS win Winq Awards
The Winq Awards ceremony in Amsterdam honored several notable figures and organizations for their contributions to the LGBTQIA+ community, including singer MEROL, the documentary F*CK DRUGS, and the f...
Gas prices hit record high due to Middle East tensions
Gasoline and diesel prices have reached record highs due to supply chain disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States. The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and damage ...
Average recommended petrol price rises to new record
The average recommended price for gasoline in the Netherlands has climbed to a record high of 2.727 euros per liter. This increase is driven by geopolitical instability in the Middle East and concerns...
Hackers shutting down our power? Not far-fetched at all, according to professor: It is relatively simple
Professor Anja Shortland warns that hackers, particularly those operating from countries like Russia, pose a significant threat to the national power grid. She cautions that it is relatively easy for ...
Cabinet wants to mandate winter gas storage for suppliers
The Dutch government intends to shift the responsibility for winter gas storage from public authorities to commercial gas suppliers by 2028. Additionally, the cabinet plans to advocate for the removal...
Always the best at Rummikub? Prove it during the National Championship in Haarlem
The Dutch Rummikub Championship will be held on November 15 at Mooie Boules in Haarlem. Participants aged 14 and older can compete for the national title, with the winner earning a spot to represent t...
Netherlands pays for expensive gas storage, cabinet wants to share costs more fairly
The Dutch government is aiming to reform gas storage cost distribution to ensure that domestic consumers do not disproportionately pay for reserves that benefit other European nations. Officials plan ...
For 12.5 years, you have found a history lesson and a face in city streets: "We are everywhere"
Paul Fennis has spent over 12.5 years installing more than 600 educational panels across Amsterdam that feature portraits and biographies of the historical figures for whom local streets are named. Th...
Tourist spending in the Netherlands rises to nearly 118 billion euros, driven mainly by foreign visitors
Tourist spending in the Netherlands reached nearly 118 billion euros in 2025, reflecting a 3 percent increase after adjusting for inflation. The growth was largely fueled by foreign visitors, who cont...
Tourists spend nearly 6 billion euros more than a year ago
Tourism spending in the Netherlands grew by nearly 6 billion euros in 2025, with the sector's total added value rising to 42.3 billion euros. Although domestic travelers represent the majority of spen...
We can do something to prevent dementia: lifestyle changes can have a major impact
Recent Dutch research suggests that addressing seven lifestyle and social factors, particularly loneliness, could potentially reduce dementia cases in the Netherlands by over thirty percent. Experts a...
Reader survey shows: strong support for farmers and home seekers, little for politics
A survey indicates that approximately two-thirds of the Dutch population lacks confidence in the government's handling of the nitrogen crisis. While politicians face widespread distrust, farmers and h...
Xavi begins as Netherlands manager with draw against Germany after late Cody Gakpo goal and brilliant Mexx Meerdink assist
Xavi Hernandez began his tenure as the Netherlands manager with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Germany in Amsterdam. After falling behind to a Felix Nmecha goal, the Dutch equalized in stoppage time t...
Remarkable: Marechaussee joins riot police around Netherlands-Germany match
Members of the Royal Marechaussee are supporting police forces around the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam during the match between the Netherlands and Germany. This deployment is primarily intended a...
LIVE Nations League | Xavi chooses Quinten Timber for midfield in debut as head coach, German debutant in Arena
Xavi Hernandez debuted as the head coach of the Netherlands with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Germany in Amsterdam. After falling behind to a Felix Nmecha goal, Cody Gakpo equalized in stoppage time...
Schiphol boss and mayor swapped jobs for a day: ‘To understand each other better’
To celebrate Schiphol Airport's 110th anniversary, airport CEO Pieter van Oord and Haarlemmermeer Mayor Marianne Schuurmans-Wijdeven swapped roles for one day. The initiative was designed to foster mu...
Gouden Griffel 2026 for late author Sjoerd Kuyper
Author Sjoerd Kuyper has been posthumously awarded the 2026 Gouden Griffel for his children's book Maantje verhuist de zee. Additionally, illustrator Karst-Janneke Rogaar received the 2026 Gouden Pens...
Why tutoring isn't always necessary and can be much cheaper
As the new school year begins, many parents in the Netherlands are turning to tutoring and homework assistance for their children. The number of service providers has doubled in a decade, raising ques...
Minister Van Weel profusely apologizes as opposition rages over ‘misleading’ information
Justice Minister David van Weel narrowly survived a parliamentary emergency debate after apologizing for providing inaccurate information regarding police investigation figures. While the minister mai...
Prime Minister's Jetten cabinet in trouble: did Van Weel sweep something under the rug?
Minister of Justice David van Weel successfully survived a parliamentary debate regarding accusations that he misled the House of Representatives over police investigation data. Despite offering multi...
Wordplay to avoid ruffling SGP feathers: how abortion complicates a budget deal
Budget negotiations for the Dutch minority government are becoming increasingly complex as the SGP reportedly seeks concessions related to abortion. While the topic has re-emerged as a political point...
Flexible usage and occasional power outages must become the new normal
The Netherlands is experiencing severe electrical grid congestion, leading to calls for more flexible energy consumption habits to prevent system overload. Experts suggest that households and business...
Radio DJ Bert Kranenbarg leaves NPO after 32 years, show cut due to budget cuts
Veteran radio DJ Bert Kranenbarg is leaving the NPO after 32 years following budget cuts that led to the cancellation of his program, BertOp5. His final broadcast is scheduled for December 31, 2026, e...
Gigantic bridge section hoisted from the water at the Schinkel
A 235-ton bridge section for the Schinkelbrug project was hoisted from the water near the Nieuwe Meersluis in Amsterdam today. The structure, which was built in Friesland and transported via canal, is...
Parties in Parliament raise the question: who will then represent the voice of ON!
The Dutch parliament discussed Minister Rianne Letschert's plan to revoke the broadcasting license of Ongehoord Nederland due to management failures. While most parties support the move, concerns were...