Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Body found in parked car in Haarlem, police investigating
Police are investigating after a deceased person was found in a parked car on the Rijksstraatweg in Haarlem-Noord. Authorities are currently conducting an investigation into the discovery and the circ...
Jetten hopes EU pressure on Sierra Leone leads to Bolle Jos extradition
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten welcomed a new EU agreement to collectively pressure countries that facilitate drug trafficking or refuse to extradite criminals. The initiative specifically targets th...
Greening of Haarlem homes declines: fewer new insulation, heat pumps and solar panels
The adoption of sustainable home improvements in Haarlem has significantly declined, with solar panel installations reaching their lowest levels since 2017. Additionally, the number of subsidized heat...
Next week COVID hearings with two former education ministers
Former Dutch education ministers Ingrid van Engelshoven and Arie Slob will be questioned by a parliamentary inquiry committee next week. The hearings will focus on how government coronavirus measures ...
Sleutelbloem Day concludes ‘On a Journey’ theme: ‘This day is so fun we don’t even miss our phones’
Students at the Sleutelbloem school celebrated Sleutelbloemdag to conclude their year-long theme, "On a Journey." The event featured various activities that left participants enthusiastic and grateful...
New offshore vessel Windcat Haarlem offers crew cinema, gym and racing sims
Shipping company Windcat has launched the Windcat Haarlem, the third vessel in its series of six Commissioning Service Operations Vessels. The offshore ship is equipped with premium crew amenities, in...
Why Rob Jetten needs to lose some color
The Dutch cabinet is focused on resolving the country's nitrogen crisis, a task assigned to Jaimi van Essen, the youngest minister in the government. The 34-year-old D66 politician is challenged with ...
Shakira scores first Dutch number 1 hit in years with World Cup song
Shakira has reached the number one spot on the Dutch Single Top 100 with "Dai Dai," a collaboration with Burna Boy. The track serves as the official anthem for the current FIFA World Cup.
Girl from Meerstad suspected of double murder of her parents
A 15-year-old girl from Meerstad has been arrested and charged with the double murder of her parents. Following a court appearance, a judge ordered her to remain in custody for at least 14 days while ...
Roadside and container on fire on Sint Aagtendijk in Beverwijk
On Friday afternoon, the fire department responded to two separate fires on the Sint Aagtendijk in Beverwijk within a ten-minute span. The incidents involved a fire in a roadside verge and another in ...
Groningen increasingly considered for nuclear power plants against its will
The Dutch cabinet is considering Terneuzen and Eemshaven as potential locations for new nuclear power plants, despite strong opposition from the Groningen region. A final decision on the project is ex...
Nuclear power plants are coming, but what is a political promise worth?
The Dutch government has identified Zeeland and Groningen as the final two potential locations for new nuclear power plants. The inclusion of Groningen is controversial due to previous political promi...
KLM mechanics undergo training at Ministry of Defence
Seven KLM mechanics are participating in a pilot training program with the Dutch Ministry of Defense this September. The initiative aims to explore mutual support for helicopter maintenance, providing...
Traffic jams in Lisse and Hillegom due to A44 closure. ‘Next time I’ll just take the bike’
The planned closure of the A44 motorway and roadworks on the N208 led to significant traffic congestion in the Bollenstreek region on Friday afternoon. Drivers experienced heavy delays between Sassenh...
Birthday and Father's Day: A good day for Richard Kemper to talk about death
Dutch columnist Richard Kemper reflects on the irony of celebrating a birthday, noting that each year signifies being closer to death. Writing on a day that coincides with Father's Day, he shares his ...
Jetten: EU hopes for more stable Iran without being naive
Following an EU summit, Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that European leaders hope for a more stable Iran while remaining realistic about the regime's continued grip on power. Jetten emphasized...
Transparency Center helps Amsterdammers access information
Amsterdam has launched a new transparency center to help residents more easily access information about city decisions, plans, and regulations. The initiative aims to provide better public access to o...
Surprise in Swedish camp over Joey Veerman's absence from Dutch World Cup squad
Members of the Swedish national team expressed surprise over the exclusion of PSV midfielder Joey Veerman from the Dutch World Cup squad. The two teams are scheduled to face each other in their second...
Prosecution seeks significantly lower sentences for 'tattoo killers' on appeal
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has requested significantly lower prison sentences in an appeal against four suspects for the 2009 murder of Onno Kuut. This follows a 2020 acquittal by the court,...
Cabinet cuts infrastructure, ‘HSL and rail safety needed’
State Secretary Annet Bertram emphasized the necessity of repairs to the high-speed rail link between Amsterdam and Rotterdam and the adoption of a new European rail safety system. While the cabinet f...
Shopping in the heat on Breestraat, exercising in 5,200 square meters of coolness, and ice cream for workers at Velsertraverse: ‘I’m no heat complainer’
A reporter visited Beverwijk to observe how residents and workers are following National Heat Plan guidelines during a period of high temperatures. The coverage highlights experiences from the Breestr...
Beverwijk City Festival: what to do on Saturday and Sunday?
The city festival in Beverwijk is taking place through Saturday, June 27, featuring various events and activities for the public. The celebration highlights a schedule of festivities planned for both ...
Wikipedia's birthday: 3 interesting Wiki facts about Haarlem
On June 19, 2026, the Dutch version of Wikipedia celebrates its 25th anniversary. To mark the occasion, the article explores the digital encyclopedia's coverage of Haarlem and highlights interesting f...
Telstar shops in the second division again: Noach Shenkman (19) signs from AFC
Telstar has secured its first reinforcement for the 2026-2027 season by signing 19-year-old midfielder Noach Shenkman from AFC Amsterdam. Shenkman signed a contract that runs until mid-2028, which inc...
Four men in orange sing themselves hoarse in a pub full of hospitable Scottish football fans
The article highlights the hospitality and vibrant atmosphere created by Scottish football fans, recounting a 2003 trip when the Netherlands played at Hampden Park. It describes the experience of Dutc...
Prison sentence for rape of minor during King's Day in Arnhem
A 27-year-old man from Almere has been sentenced to 28 months in prison, with 12 months suspended, for raping a 15-year-old girl in a portable toilet during last year's King's Day in Arnhem. In additi...
Highest temperature ever recorded in the Netherlands on June 19
A new temperature record for June 19 was set in the Netherlands on Friday as the mercury hit 34.0 degrees Celsius in the town of Ell. This temperature surpasses the previous record of 33.9 degrees rec...
Politics on the Amstel: PRO blunders with jobs carousel and why is Lahlah now Lahlah?
The podcast 'Politiek aan de Amstel' examines recent political developments in Amsterdam's city council as it nears the summer recess. Journalists discuss topics such as homelessness, controversial st...
Eva Vedder celebrates career-high ranking, but Wimbledon debut must wait
Dutch tennis player Eva Vedder has reached a career-high world ranking of 207, marking a period of significant personal and professional growth. While celebrating this achievement, Vedder noted that h...
Lange Nieuwstraat in IJmuiden has a flower shop again. 'No plastic flower pots and packaging'
A new flower shop named De Zevenkleurige Bloem has opened in a previously vacant kiosk on Lange Nieuwstraat in IJmuiden. The business aims for sustainability by avoiding the use of plastic flower pots...