Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Heritage of the Week | 60 years of a brutalist church on the Zuidas
The Thomaskerk on Amsterdam's Zuidas district is celebrating its 60th anniversary since opening. The church is highlighted as a significant example of brutalist architecture that conveys warmth and sp...
Art mystery solved after years: Man in Simon de Heer portrait identified as well-known Amsterdam entrepreneur
After a long investigation, researcher Teun Schermerhorn has identified the subject of a 1942 portrait by artist Simon de Heer. The man in the painting, which was previously a mystery, has been reveal...
Council of State approves construction of ten houses on Kaag Island: ‘Ferry can handle five extra cars at peak hour’
The Dutch Council of State has approved the construction of ten new houses on Kaageiland at Julianalaan 68-70. This decision follows years of legal objections, with the court ruling that the local fer...
Major projects coming to Schipholweg Haarlem, info market at Olympia
The municipality of Haarlem is hosting an information market on Thursday, May 28, to discuss upcoming construction projects near the Schipholweg. Residents can visit Sportvereniging Olympia between 4:...
Eleven world premieres at multifaceted Holland Festival: Empathy as the driving force
The 79th Holland Festival kicks off on June 3, featuring eleven world premieres including a haute-couture drama and an all-female Kurdish opera. This year's diverse program focuses on empathy and incl...
Flotilla organization: Dutch fly to Istanbul
Six Dutch citizens arrested by Israel during a Gaza flotilla operation are scheduled to leave the country for Istanbul on Thursday. The Turkish government has chartered flights to transport the partic...
Drinks and boat-watching: 9 waterfront terraces in Haarlem
The article highlights nine waterfront terraces in Haarlem where visitors can enjoy drinks and watch boats. These locations are recommended as ideal spots for social gatherings during sunny weather.
Red Cross starts fundraising to expand Ebola response
The Red Cross has launched a fundraising campaign via giro number 7244 to support efforts against the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighboring countries. The organization urg...
Mime artist Rob van Houten became the country's most famous snack bar owner
Dutch actor and mime Rob van Houten, born in Amsterdam, has been recognized as a regional icon for his extensive career in theater and television. He achieved national fame for his comedic portrayal o...
Whether or not to swim in the Haarlem region: this is the advice
Residents in the Haarlem region are seeking advice on outdoor swimming as temperatures rise. The report addresses concerns about local water quality and potential health risks like skin irritation for...
Want to (finally) find out how much your colleague earns? Starting next year, you can
Starting in 2027, a new legislative proposal from Dutch Social Affairs Minister Hans Vijlbrief will require employers to allow employees to see their colleagues' salary information. The bill aims to i...
These are the sober figures in an overheated asylum debate
The article provides factual data on asylum seeker reception in the Netherlands to counter emotional debates surrounding the overcapacity at the Ter Apel registration center. It examines whether the i...
Red Cross remains on standby at Ter Apel registration center
The Red Cross expects to continue providing aid at the overcrowded asylum seeker registration center in Ter Apel for the foreseeable future. A spokesperson confirmed that no immediate solution for the...
IJmuiden provides 500 glass fish for KWF Vissenloop charity walk
The municipality of Velsen is offering 500 decorative glass fish for sale during the Vissenloop and VissenRun events in IJmuiden. All proceeds from the initiative will be donated to the KWF Cancer Res...
Dozens of endangered meadow birds hatch at Artis: A hopeful sight
Artis zoo in Amsterdam is hatching dozens of endangered meadow bird eggs, such as redshanks and avocets, to help bolster populations that have seen a significant decline in the Netherlands. The zoo ut...
Pile-up on A9 near Wijkertunnel causes significant delays
A multi-car collision involving ten vehicles occurred on the A9 highway near the Wijkertunnel on Thursday morning. The accident, which took place in the direction of Amstelveen, has resulted in signif...
Bouwend Nederland warns of collapsing bridges: ‘Heading for a Genoa scenario’
Bouwend Nederland warns that the Netherlands risks major infrastructure failures similar to the Genoa bridge collapse if maintenance for bridges and tunnels is not urgently addressed. The association ...
IJmuiden fishing company loses court case: Harbor fishing ban could not be lifted before 2025
The Dutch Council of State ruled against a fishing company from IJmuiden that challenged the duration of a fishing ban on eel and mitten crab in harbors. The court found that the Ministry correctly de...
Hila Noorzai gives birth to a son: 'And then there were three'
Dutch presenter Hila Noorzai announced the birth of her first child, a son named Joah Malek, who was born on May 12. She shared the news on Instagram on Thursday, expressing that her family now consis...
Investing households benefit most from oil companies like Shell
Dutch households experienced a significant increase in the value of their investments in oil companies, such as Shell and Exxon Mobil, over the past quarter. Data from De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) indi...
Group of asylum seekers back at registration center after night in emergency shelter
Dozens of asylum seekers returned to the Ter Apel registration center on Thursday morning after staying overnight in an emergency shelter in Stadskanaal. The group had been moved the previous night be...
Consumer groups demand Brussels action against fake ads
The Dutch Consumer Association (Consumentenbond) and 28 international partner organizations are urging the European Commission to take action against fake online advertisements. They claim that major ...
Haarlem house prices reach record high, most buyers bidding above asking price
House prices in Haarlem have reached a record high, increasing by 4.8% over the past year according to data from the Central Bureau of Statistics. Most buyers are currently required to bid above the a...
Consumer confidence falls further in May
Consumer confidence decreased further in May, largely driven by rising energy prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East and general economic uncertainty. This decline follows a previous downwar...
Prosecutors silent on operation to arrest Jos Leijdekkers
Dutch special units and marines reportedly attempted to arrest wanted criminal Jos Leijdekkers twice off the coast of West Africa. The Public Prosecution Service has declined to comment officially on ...
Everyone is watching and knows everything about you: why a 'WhatsApp girls' house' is risky
The Amsterdam police have issued a warning about the risks associated with 'WhatsApp-meidenhuizen,' public groups where young girls often share sensitive personal information. Experts highlight that w...
400,000 euros for noise control at recently renovated Theater De Krocht, though effectiveness remains uncertain
Theater De Krocht in Zandvoort is investing 400,000 euros in an acoustic wall to mitigate noise pollution following its renovation. It remains uncertain whether this measure will be sufficient to full...
North Holland traffic: delays on the A7 and A9 during the morning rush hour on Thursday, May 21
Heavy traffic caused significant delays during the morning rush hour in North Holland on Thursday, May 21. Bottlenecks were specifically reported on the A7 near Purmerend and the A9 between the Kooime...
Number of part-timers wanting to work more increases: average of 8.5 extra hours per week
The number of part-time workers wanting to increase their hours rose in the first quarter, with an average desire for 8.5 additional hours per week. This trend is particularly noticeable among employe...
More single people bought a house: 'But half of buyers received help'
Over the past two years, an increasing number of single starters in the Netherlands have purchased homes, often benefiting from the sale of affordable former rental properties. Despite couples' mortga...