Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Thuisbezorgd and Uber Eats to provide clear information on mandatory extra fees
Thuisbezorgd and Uber Eats have agreed to display all mandatory service fees upfront following pressure from the Dutch Consumers Association regarding hidden costs and misleading discounts. To compens...
Cold weather claims 140 lives in Haarlem annually, where the risk is highest
Cold weather causes approximately 140 deaths annually in Haarlem, contributing to over 10,000 cold-related fatalities across the Netherlands each year. Research by the RIVM highlights that vulnerable ...
PostNL seeks 80 million euros in additional compensation for mail delivery
PostNL is seeking 80 million euros in government compensation for 2025 due to the high costs of fulfilling legal mail delivery obligations. The company contends that current regulations are outdated a...
Albert Heijn parent company had to make a decision 'within 15 minutes': 'No time to consult CEO'
Ahold Delhaize proactively took the websites and apps for Albert Heijn and Etos offline after detecting suspicious server activity, acting in under fifteen minutes. Although the move caused temporary ...
Kasper van Kooten splits from girlfriend after just over a year
Dutch comedian Kasper van Kooten has confirmed his separation from his girlfriend after a relationship lasting slightly over a year. The 54-year-old expressed sadness over the split but declined to pr...
Victims of the benefits scandal assisted by ‘listening writers’: ‘I want them to see the human behind the ID number’
The foundation Gelijkwaardig Herstel is assisting victims of the Dutch childcare benefits scandal by helping them apply for additional compensation. Volunteers known as listening writers collaborate w...
Cunning criminals insert chip into gadget to plunder bank accounts: Coolblue and Bol take action
Dutch retailers such as Coolblue and Bol.com have suspended the sale of Ledger cryptowallets after criminals tampered with the devices by installing hidden chips to steal cryptocurrency. Although manu...
Jumbo recalls pulled chicken due to possible raw chicken content
Jumbo is recalling its pulled chicken product because it may contain raw poultry, which carries a risk of salmonella or campylobacter infection. Customers can return the product to any Jumbo store for...
Fatherhood is the next milestone for Prime Minister Jetten, he pays no mind to hostility
Prime Minister Rob Jetten has announced that he will become the first Dutch head of government to father a child while in office. The prime minister, who is the first openly gay leader of the country,...
Man rushed to hospital after stabbing near Sloterdijk
A man was rushed to the hospital after being stabbed during a fight outside a hotel near Sloterdijk station in Amsterdam. Police have arrested one suspect and are now calling for witnesses to come for...
NS to increase train services during ADE weekend, metros to run an hour later
The NS and GVB are expanding public transport services in Amsterdam for the Amsterdam Dance Event, offering increased train, metro, and ferry frequencies. The adjustments include extra stops at Bijlme...
Van Weel now understands Halsema not intervening with Hamas banners: Should have called her instead
Minister Van Weel has retracted his criticism of Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema regarding her decision not to intervene during a protest featuring Hamas symbols. After consulting with the mayor, Van We...
Albert Heijn parent company files police report following cyber incident: 'Malicious act'
The parent company of the Dutch supermarket chain Albert Heijn has filed a formal police report following a cyber incident. The company has officially characterized the event as a malicious act.
Rotterdam Library acquires long-lost parenting book by Erasmus
The Rotterdam Library has acquired a rare, previously lost copy of an early parenting guide by Erasmus, believed to be the only surviving edition from its original printing. The book, which contains h...
Doutzen Kroes misses familiar faces at Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
Doutzen Kroes discussed the changing lineup of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, noting she misses former colleagues while appreciating the event's enduring glamour. Her fellow Dutch model Romee Str...
Musical Mamma Mia! coming to Amsterdam in English-language production next year
The hit West End musical Mamma Mia! will bring its international English-language tour to Amsterdam next February. Produced by Björn Ulvaeus, the production follows a bride-to-be on a Greek island se...
Judi Dench regrets role in Cats film adaptation: 'What a waste'
Judi Dench has voiced her regret regarding her role in the critically panned 2019 film adaptation of Cats, calling it a waste of talent. As the film prepares for a new stage production debut at the Ko...
Greenwheels and Check to collaborate and double fleet size
Mobility company Pon is integrating its shared vehicle brands Greenwheels and Check to streamline user access and expand its fleet. The companies aim to double their total number of vehicles to twenty...
Body of Hajar found in suitcase in water, police looking for man seen with her
The body of a 29-year-old woman named Hajar was discovered in a suitcase in the Amstel river in Amsterdam last Friday. Police suspect foul play and are searching for an unidentified man seen with the ...
Deputy Prime Minister Rob Jetten and partner Nicolás Keenan expecting child via surrogate in 2027
Dutch politician Rob Jetten and his partner, Nicolás Keenan, have announced that they are expecting a child via a surrogate in 2027. The couple previously made headlines when their relationship was f...
Rob Jetten and Nico Keenan are expecting a baby: ‘We are eternally grateful to our egg donor and surrogate’
Dutch politician Rob Jetten and his partner Nico Keenan are expecting a baby in the spring of 2027 through a non-commercial surrogacy arrangement. The couple expressed their deep gratitude to the egg ...
Upside Down singer Jack Johnson to play Ziggo Dome next year
Singer-songwriter Jack Johnson will perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam next year accompanied by Donavon Frankenreiter and G. Love. Tickets for the concert, which is part of a larger European tour,...
Princess Amalia promoted to sergeant 9 months after appointment as corporal
Princess Amalia has been promoted to the rank of sergeant by the Royal Netherlands Navy after serving nine months as a corporal. The promotion took place on the Norwegian vessel Statsraad Lehmkuhl in ...
New strike in regional transport: fewer buses and trains on Thursday
Regional transport workers in the Netherlands are set to hold another strike this Thursday, leading to reduced bus and train services. This action is part of an ongoing dispute over a new collective l...
Ricky Gervais to perform 'most personal show yet' at AFAS Live in July
Comedian Ricky Gervais will bring his latest stand-up show, titled Legend, to Amsterdam's AFAS Live this July. Tickets for the performance go on sale this Friday, with a portion of the proceeds being ...
Review: The eighth season of Gooische Vrouwen is bold, cheesy, dramatic, and occasionally touching again
The eighth season of the hit series Gooische Vrouwen returns with its signature blend of drama, comedy, and extravagant characters set in the affluent Gooi region. The new episodes explore mature them...
Video | These five Dutch models walked in the Victoria's Secret fashion show
Five Dutch models participated in the latest Victoria's Secret fashion show. The event also featured musical performances by artists including Tate McRae, KATSEYE, Megan Moroney, and Megan Thee Stalli...
Schiphol passport control running smoothly again after outage
Passport control at Schiphol Airport experienced significant delays on Sunday morning due to a technical failure that disabled automated scanning gates. The issue, which lasted until mid-afternoon, ca...
Not selling out is not a death blow for festival: 'But be careful not to price yourself out of the market'
Festival organizations in the Netherlands faced a challenging summer marked by extreme weather, rising operational costs, and fluctuating ticket sales. Despite these significant hurdles, industry prof...
Zach Bryan has rediscovered his love for music since getting sober
Country singer Zach Bryan has shared that achieving sobriety has helped him rediscover his passion for songwriting and improved his mental health. After struggling with alcohol dependency and panic at...