Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
New Wave adds sixth concert to Ziggo Dome series
The music collective New Wave has added a sixth concert to their upcoming spring series at the Ziggo Dome. The additional performance is scheduled for Sunday, April 25, at the venue in Amsterdam.
Motions to make Haarlem playgrounds more accessible for children with disabilities
Local political parties in Haarlem are introducing four motions to the city council to improve the accessibility of public playgrounds for children with disabilities. The proposed measures include ins...
Halsema closes shop on Reguliersbreestraat due to illegal trade
Mayor Halsema has ordered the six-month closure of a shop on Reguliersbreestraat in Amsterdam after police discovered illegal items including cannabis, snus, and unauthorized medication. The decision ...
Major raid could cost Gideon his thrift store: "I'm no arms dealer, am I?"
A second-hand store owner in Aalsmeer faces a potential three-month closure after authorities discovered illegal weapons, counterfeit goods, and undocumented workers on the premises. While the owner c...
Huzaren van Boreel capture Haarlem for special ceremony
Sixty young soldiers from the Huzaren van Boreel regiment held a public oath-taking ceremony on the Grote Markt in Haarlem, preceded by a military parade through the city. The event aimed to increase ...
FIOD raids firm in 23 million euro investment fraud investigation
The Dutch Fiscal Intelligence and Investigation Service (FIOD) has conducted searches at three locations as part of an investigation into a major investment fraud scheme. A 46-year-old man is suspecte...
PLUS also recalls organic brie due to potential listeria contamination
Supermarket chain PLUS is recalling its organic brie due to a potential Listeria contamination. This follows a similar recall recently issued by the Jumbo supermarket chain.
ON! members revolt against broadcaster board over alleged mismanagement
Members of the broadcasting organization Ongehoord Nederland have demanded the resignation of the board and supervisory councils due to allegations of mismanagement. They have also requested that Mini...
CCTV surveillance at Kortvoort in Zuidoost following explosion
Mayor Halsema has implemented emergency camera surveillance at Kortvoort in Amsterdam-Zuidoost following an explosion at a residence on August 25. While no injuries occurred, authorities are investiga...
Talpa removes episodes of Bondgenoten following arrest of former contestant Jelle D.
Talpa has removed all episodes of the reality show De Bondgenoten featuring former participant Jelle D. following his arrest. D. is suspected of involvement in the deaths of two elderly residents at a...
Heritage of the Week | The Vondelkerk: from smoke to restoration
Following a fire at the Vondelkerk on New Year's Eve, the public is invited to view the progress of the building's restoration during Open Monumentendag Amsterdam 2026. This event highlights the ongoi...
Political reporter Elodie on Mona Keijzer’s new party: How distinctive can she be on the right
Independent member of the House of Representatives Mona Keijzer is launching a new social-conservative movement called Project 2029. Following her departures from the CDA and BBB, Keijzer is scheduled...
No clean sheets for Ajax in European qualifiers: what needs to change in terms of play and personnel according to Míchel?
Ajax aims to secure a spot in the Conference League group stage by facing FC Sion tonight. Coach Míchel Sánchez is working to improve the team's defensive performance after conceding seven goals in ...
Margaret Versteden-van Duijn steps down after one year as CEO of Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall & Gall and receives promotion within Ahold Delhaize
Margaret Versteden-van Duijn will step down as CEO of Albert Heijn, Etos, and Gall & Gall after one year to take on a new leadership role as CEO of Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia. Her transition to...
Amsterdam puts new monuments on the map and in the picture
Amsterdam has added 88 new monuments and 5 protected townscapes to its registry. These sites are now featured on a digital map that provides historical details and stories about each location.
Wave of rental properties being sold off appears to be over
The trend of investors selling off rental properties in the Netherlands has slowed down, according to data from the Land Registry. This decline in market supply is particularly impacting first-time ho...
Without a ‘total deal’ by Budget Day, the cabinet is heading for mini-agreements
The Dutch minority cabinet is struggling to reach a comprehensive budget agreement with opposition parties ahead of Prinsjesdag. With time running out, the government currently faces the prospect of s...
ASML plays key role in doubling of Dutch chip industry
The Dutch semiconductor industry has doubled in revenue and employment over the past six years according to recent data from Statistics Netherlands. ASML is highlighted as a significant contributor to...
Even 3 weeks of healthier living helps: fewer complications after surgery for women with gynecological cancer
Women undergoing surgery for gynecological cancers such as ovarian, uterine, or vulvar cancer can reduce the risk of postoperative complications by adopting a healthier lifestyle. Research indicates t...
Silence surrounds Mysteryland: entrepreneurs miss out on income and await news
Local businesses near the Haarlemmermeerse Bos are experiencing a loss in revenue due to the cancellation of the Mysteryland festival this year. While organizers state that a new team is working on up...
Advisory council sounds major alarm: we are losing industry and thousands of jobs to China and the US
The Netherlands and the broader European region risk losing significant industry and thousands of jobs to China and the United States. In response, the Scientific Council for Government Policy advises...
Jumbo recalls brie and gorgonzola due to possible listeria contamination
Supermarket chain Jumbo has issued a recall for its private-label brie and gorgonzola cheeses due to potential listeria contamination. Customers are warned that consuming the products could lead to se...
Martien Meiland suffered a stroke after car accident: 'Everything turned out fine'
Reality television star Martien Meiland revealed he suffered a stroke following a car accident in April. Despite temporary loss of vision and speech, he has fully recovered after undergoing surgery.
Meteorologists look forward to weather satellite that detects thunderstorms sooner
European meteorologists are preparing for the launch of a new weather satellite on Thursday that will improve the detection of severe thunderstorms and dense fog. This mission is considered high-stake...
Are new nitrogen rules truly unfeasible? Desperate farmers fear ‘battlefield’
Farmer organizations in the Netherlands claim that new nitrogen regulations proposed by Minister Jaimi van Essen are unachievable for dairy farms, even among industry leaders. The Ministry of Agricult...
US company cancels acquisition of Dutch IT firm Solvinity
American company Kyndryl has cancelled its acquisition of the Dutch IT firm Solvinity. The deal was controversial because Solvinity manages the platform behind DigiD, leading to concerns regarding the...
'Slow' Heemstede commits to asylum center for 160 people on the edge of the village
The municipality of Heemstede has identified a meadow near the Cruquiusbrug as the preferred site to host an asylum seeker center for 160 people. While the project faces potential delays due to its lo...
Poorly timed job change can cost you thousands of euros in pension
The transition to a new pension system in the Netherlands may cause tens of thousands of workers to lose thousands of euros in potential compensation if they switch jobs at the wrong time. Affected in...
For the third year in a row, more Haarlem residents are failing to pay their health insurance premiums
Data from the Central Bureau of Statistics indicates that approximately 1,680 Haarlem residents have failed to pay their health insurance premiums for at least six months. This figure has reached its ...
SLAM! brings evening show back to radio after three years
Starting August 31, the radio station SLAM! is bringing back an evening show titled 'De Avonduren van Jarno en Jeppe'. The program will be hosted by Jarno van der Wielen and Jesper Kleynen after a thr...