Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Nearly half of women drink alcohol just before pregnancy, one in eight still smoke or vape
Recent data from the Trimbos-instituut reveals that nearly half of women consume alcohol and over 12 percent smoke or vape in the weeks leading up to pregnancy. While traditional cigarette use is decl...
Heritage of the Week | A gondola on the Amstel
During Open Monument Day on September 12 and 13, the public can visit the Amstel Hotel in Amsterdam. The building gained international fame through the influence of masseur Dr. Mezger, who is often ca...
ProRail expects more than 520 malfunctions again this year
ProRail anticipates over 520 rail malfunctions this year, driven by higher train density and increasingly frequent extreme weather events. A projected 3.1 billion euro budget shortfall through 2040 is...
Massive layoff wave at Amsterdam municipality: 2500 full-time jobs at risk, internal document reveals
The Amsterdam municipality plans to cut 2,500 full-time jobs by 2030 as part of a 300 million euro reorganization effort. Internal documents outline significant staffing reductions across numerous dep...
30 percent of Rob Jetten's social media posts are AI-written
An investigation by de Volkskrant found that 30 percent of social media posts from Rob Jetten and the D66 party have been generated by artificial intelligence since June 2025. The use of AI extends to...
Basic-Fit buys clubs in Germany and Austria for 26 million
Basic-Fit has acquired 26 fitness clubs across Austria and Germany for 26 million euros. The company plans to rebrand these locations to match its existing club model and strengthen its market presenc...
Devastating clear-cutting in Malaysia, but RWE and NEA call biomass ‘sustainable’
Energy giant RWE faces criticism for sourcing biomass from Malaysian forests where clearing has caused severe environmental and social disruption. Although the Dutch Emissions Authority identified iss...
Minister questions two years of continued wage payment during illness
Dutch Minister Aartsen is considering limiting mandatory wage payments during sickness to six months to incentivize faster returns to the labor market and reduce costs for employers. While the proposa...
Manufacturing shows best growth figures in four years
Dutch industrial production surged by 9 percent in July compared to the previous year, marking the sector's strongest growth in four years. This record-high output is driven by increased foreign deman...
Dutch manufacturing growth hits four-year high in July
Dutch industrial production reached an all-time high in July, recording a 1.6 percent increase from the previous month. The growth was driven largely by strong foreign demand, particularly from the Ge...
Mental healthcare sector calls on Halsema: Adjust funding to better support homeless people with addictions
The Dutch mental healthcare association is urging the national government to reform current funding and care structures to better support homeless individuals with complex addiction and psychiatric is...
Italy overtakes US as destination for Dutch exports
Dutch exports to the United States dropped by 25 percent in the first half of 2026, largely due to new US import tariffs and supply chain constraints. As a result, Italy has overtaken the United State...
Kristian (15) can barely use Haarlem playgrounds due to his disability
Fifteen-year-old Kristian, who lives with severe disabilities, is unable to use most playgrounds in Haarlem due to a lack of suitable equipment. His mother is advocating for greater accessibility so t...
Province destroys fewer yellow-legged hornet nests, beekeeper fears consequences
The province of Noord-Holland has stopped removing all yellow-legged hornet nests, opting only to clear those considered dangerous to the public or protected nature areas. Local beekeepers warn that t...
Body of drowning victim found in the IJ, identified as 47-year-old Amsterdam resident
The body of a 47-year-old man from Amsterdam was recovered from the IJ river after he fell from a pleasure yacht earlier today. Following an extensive search by emergency services involving specialize...
Gas price above 1.70 euros: heating becomes extremely expensive
Gas prices for new energy contracts in the Netherlands have surpassed 1.70 euros per cubic meter, marking a significant increase since the start of the year. Rising global demand and market volatility...
Dead man found in Bloemendaal aan Zee turns out to be missing boater
The body discovered near Bloemendaal aan Zee has been identified as a sailor who went missing on August 22 after falling overboard near the Goeree light platform. Police have confirmed the identity of...
ASML pumps another 400 million euros into European AI hopes
ASML has invested an additional 400 million euros into the French AI company Mistral. This investment is part of a broader effort to strengthen Europe's competitive position within the technology sect...
Boil water advisory lifted for part of North, tap water safe to use again
Waternet has lifted a boil water advisory for residents of six streets in Amsterdam-Noord following successful safety tests. The utility company confirmed that the tap water is safe to drink and recom...
Odido CEO 'very happy' company did not pay ransom to hackers after data breach
Odido CEO Soren Abildgaard stated he is satisfied with the decision not to pay a ransom to hackers who stole the personal data of 6.2 million customers. Although the refusal led the group ShinyHunters...
People with prosthetics can now safely ride Efteling attractions
Efteling has introduced a new safety strap called SafeStrap, developed by TU Delft, that allows guests with prosthetics to keep them on during certain thrill rides. This initiative, created in collabo...
Edsilia Rombley cancels performances after appendicitis surgery
Dutch singer Edsilia Rombley has canceled her upcoming performances after undergoing successful surgery for appendicitis. She remains positive about her recovery and plans to continue with her career,...
Flowerbikeman returns to Florida after 20 years in Amsterdam: "Sad, ashamed and failed"
Warren Gregory, known as the Flowerbikeman, is leaving the Netherlands after twenty years to return to Florida following issues with his residence status. The artist, who became a well-known figure fo...
Europe breaks free from Russia, but clean energy lags behind
Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the EU introduced the RepowerEU plan to reduce fossil fuel dependence and boost sustainable energy projects. While direct imports have dropped, the European Cou...
Public Prosecution Service demands new sentence for man who stabbed his father to death in Southeast home
Prosecutors are seeking a 16-year prison sentence for a man accused of murdering his father in an Amsterdam-Zuidoost apartment in March 2024. The suspect claims the act was committed in self-defense d...
Brussels targets rental platforms like Airbnb to tackle housing shortages
The European Commission is proposing new legislation to grant city mayors greater authority to regulate short-term rental platforms like Airbnb to combat housing shortages. The plan aims to provide lo...
Gen Z must work more, says VVD parliamentary leader Ruben Brekelmans: We won't make it on three days
VVD parliamentary leader Ruben Brekelmans has urged a return to the five-day workweek, arguing that the Netherlands cannot function effectively if Gen Z professionals only work three or four days. Fur...
Brekelmans wants FNV at the table but snipes: 'They had to go on vacation for weeks'
VVD politician Brekelmans has publicly criticized the FNV trade union for opposing labor reforms and advocating for a 32-hour workweek. He argues that such policies hinder national economic goals and ...
Latin festival Pal Mundo bankrupt, new edition already planned for 2027
The Latin and Caribbean music festival Pal Mundo has filed for bankruptcy, leaving the future of its planned 2027 edition in doubt. Curator Macy Weij is currently investigating the causes of the failu...
Wine, wine and more wine! 7 wine bars in Haarlem
Haarlem features a diverse selection of wine bars that offer everything from self-service tasting experiences to high-end French and Italian dining pairings. Whether seeking sustainable organic wines ...