Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Adults should also read children's books more often, says Renske de Greef, who wrote her first children's book
Author Renske de Greef has published her first children's book, 'Pip en de waarheid over eenhoorns', which utilizes humor and fantasy to address real-life complexities. De Greef, who recently relocate...
Ebola outbreak in Central Africa: can this virus reach the Netherlands?
The World Health Organization has declared a rare Ebola outbreak in Central Africa an international emergency. While the virus is highly dangerous, RIVM expert Tjalling Leenstra explains that the risk...
Defend Loosdrecht ‘hijacks’ lawsuit for immediate closure of emergency shelter; will it be a madhouse at the court too?
A group of eight companies and five residents from Loosdrecht are taking legal action in an Utrecht administrative court to demand the immediate closure of a local emergency asylum shelter. The activi...
No money for new siren system, emergency sirens to disappear in 2028
The Dutch government will discontinue the monthly air raid siren system starting in 2028 due to a lack of funding for a new, innovative replacement. Minister of Justice and Security David van Weel ann...
Women at the helm of Velsen ferry: ‘It’s still a man’s world’
The Velsen ferry has welcomed its first all-female crew duo, consisting of skipper Nicole Dijkhuizen and ferry guard Bibi Vink. The pair began working together earlier this year, marking a significant...
Researchers find immediate signs of brain damage in blood after football headers
Amsterdam UMC and the KNVB conducted a study showing that heading a football results in temporary blood markers indicative of acute brain damage. The research found that the levels of these substances...
Researchers see signs of brain damage in blood after heading a ball
Research conducted by Amsterdam UMC and the KNVB has found that amateur football players show temporary blood markers indicating acute brain damage after heading a ball. The study observed that the co...
Clown Docus turns children's party into a magical adventure: 'A little boy asked me if I could make a roller coaster out of balloons'
Robert Oude Kotte, performing as Clown Docus, is a magician and balloon artist who transforms children's parties into magical adventures. He shares his enthusiasm for his craft and recalls unique requ...
Scammer sentenced to community service for Marktplaats fraud in Heemstede and Hoofddorp
A 24-year-old man from Heemstede was sentenced by a Haarlem court to 240 hours of community service for online fraud and money laundering. Between September and December 2021, the defendant and his ac...
Power grid also faces gridlock in North and South Holland, stalling housing and business. VNO-NCW seeks crisis law to shorten appeal processes.
VNO-NCW has warned the Dutch government that the power grid in North and South Holland is reaching its limit, potentially halting new housing projects and heat pump installations. The organization is ...
Pickles and cheese now together in one tub: ‘Even easier to enjoy this typical Dutch combination’
Smeerkaas manufacturer ERU and pickle producer Kesbeke have collaborated to launch a limited-edition spreadable cheese containing bits of Kesbeke pickles. The new product, which highlights a popular D...
Time running out for EU-US trade deal: 'No one wants tariffs and barriers'
EU member states and the European Parliament are resuming negotiations with the United States on Tuesday to finalize a trade agreement and avoid new tariffs. Dutch Trade Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma emph...
Pile of debris at Turkish Airlines disaster memorial remains a mystery: papers lead to man home with burnout
A 55-year-old man appeared in a Haarlem court for allegedly dumping a pile of debris at the Turkish Airlines crash memorial in February 2022. The defendant denies the charges, claiming he was at home ...
New complaint filed against Markuszower over remarks about Palestinians
The Turkish workers' association HTIB has announced it will file a police report against Dutch MP Gidi Markuszower for his statements concerning Palestinian asylum seekers. The organization alleges th...
Man from Beverwijk banned from keeping more than two cats
A Haarlem police judge has banned a 48-year-old man from Beverwijk from owning more than two cats for the next five years. The ruling follows accusations that the man kept his pets in a polluted and u...
22 arrests at pro-Palestinian occupation of VU buildings
Police arrested 22 pro-Palestine protesters after they occupied two buildings at the Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam to demand the university sever ties with Israeli institutions. The occupation ended...
Local PRO parties in court over PRO Nederland: ‘This feels like David vs. Goliath’
Several local Dutch political parties have filed an appeal with the Council of State to contest the Electoral Council's approval of the name "PRO Nederland" for the GroenLinks-PvdA coalition. The loca...
Tech experts demand transparency on Solvinity acquisition decision
A group of tech experts and scientists has challenged the proposed acquisition of Solvinity, the company managing the DigiD infrastructure, by a U.S. firm in court. They are demanding transparency fro...
Two Dutch nationals on Gaza flotilla removed from boat by Israel
Two Dutch citizens, Pieter Rambags and Jesse van Schaijk, were removed from their boats by the Israeli military while participating in the Global Sumud Flotilla. The delegation head expressed concern ...
Sjoerdsma: EU must show more solidarity with refugees
Dutch Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma has called for the European Union to coordinate more effectively and show increased solidarity toward refugees and displaced persons. Speaking after a meeting in Brusse...
ProVeenendaal at Council of State: already suffering from name confusion
ProVeenendaal has appealed to the Council of State against the GroenLinks-PvdA merger's new name, Progressief Nederland (PRO), citing concerns over name confusion with existing local parties. The loca...
Man (30) kicked unconscious outside Central Station, police arrest four suspects
A 30-year-old man from Hoofddorp was kicked unconscious during an assault at Amsterdam's Stationsplein on Saturday night. Police arrested four suspects, including three minors, shortly after they fled...
Telstar book deadline pushed back due to 'The Penalty Kick'
The publication deadline for the book 'Voor altijd 63', marking the 63rd anniversary of the Dutch football club Telstar, has been postponed to include a new section titled 'The Penalty'. While the lay...
Disappeared: Haarlem football club De Brug faced a difficult dilemma
The Haarlem-based football club De Brug is the subject of a retrospective series focusing on defunct sports organizations. After facing a difficult dilemma, the club ultimately decided to dissolve in ...
'He who doesn't jump is a mosquito!' HFC Haarlem lives on among Telstar fans
Telstar fans continue to reference their historic rival HFC Haarlem through chants and songs during matches. The club remains a significant part of local football culture despite its absence from prof...
Car set on fire opposite Haarlem police station, suspect arrested
A car parked opposite the Haarlem police station was set on fire on Monday afternoon. Authorities were able to quickly apprehend a suspect in connection with the incident.
Emergency talks tonight between cabinet and local officials on asylum
The Dutch cabinet is holding an emergency meeting with local administrators on Monday evening to address growing tensions regarding asylum seekers in the country. The meeting at the Catshuis in The Ha...
Police chatbot offline after incorrect answer about Palestinians
The Dutch police have taken their virtual assistant, chatbot Wout, offline for maintenance after it provided incorrect responses regarding discrimination reports. When users asked about reporting disc...
Long lines at Schiphol security, airport deploys extra staff
Schiphol Airport is experiencing long security queues on Monday following a change in its security screening procedures. In response, the airport has deployed additional office staff to assist passeng...
After securing Eredivisie survival, Telstar moves quickly: Henk Brugge (48) named new manager of the White Lions
Henk Brugge has been appointed as the new head coach of Telstar, succeeding Anthony Correia. The 48-year-old currently serves as an assistant coach at SC Heerenveen.