Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
At the Ripperda Barracks in Haarlem, Bosnians Emina and Jasmina felt like children again: 'It was our safe haven'
Sisters Emina and Jasmina Jagurdzija, who fled the war in the former Yugoslavia as young children, recall their time at the Ripperdakazerne in Haarlem. After losing their carefree youth to violence, t...
Welcome to the Middle Ages
The author humorously describes his wife's disappointment upon receiving a gift, as she had likely hoped for a trendy, pastel-colored thermos flask. The anecdote touches on modern social trends and me...
Renee van Asten (19) nominated for Johan Cruyff Talent of the Year award
19-year-old Ajax player Renee van Asten has been nominated for the Johan Cruijff Talent of the Year award following her breakthrough season. The nomination recognizes her individual achievements and d...
'Standing with Giants' silhouettes come to life at Mous Construction in Akersloot: 'This is so incredibly beautiful to see'
Seven silhouettes representing the crew of a crashed British Lancaster bomber are being laser-cut at a construction company in Akersloot as part of the 'Standing with Giants' project. Once completed, ...
Environmental agency threatens to revoke permits for both coke gas plants
The North Sea Canal Area environmental agency has formally notified Tata Steel that it is preparing to revoke the operating permits for both of its coke gas plants. This notification was sent via lett...
How well would you do on the VMBO economics exam? Take the quiz
Readers can test their economic knowledge through a five-question quiz based on the Dutch VMBO economics exam. The challenge provides a brief impression of how one would perform on the official nation...
In front of the cameras, the cabinet pretends there is no row
The Dutch cabinet is facing significant pressure from trade unions and opposition parties as political activities resume in The Hague following a two-week recess. While the government attempts to main...
How heated will the National Protest be, including in Haarlem? Anti-asylum center protesters potentially drowned out by counter-protest
A national protest against asylum seeker centers is scheduled to take place this Saturday across eight Dutch provincial capitals, including Haarlem and Amsterdam. Local residents supporting the center...
Castricum council wants part of new IKC Cunera taller than two stories; local residents unhappy
The Castricum municipal executive proposes adjusting the design of the IKC Cunera building in Bakkum to include a section higher than the agreed two stories. While the council believes this change wil...
Ali B victim files police report against Dennis Schouten over RoddelPraat comments
Naomi, one of the victims in the sexual assault case involving Ali B, has filed a police report against presenter Dennis Schouten for slander and defamation. The legal action follows controversial sta...
Harry Styles fans already camping at Johan Cruijff ArenA: where to grab a quick bite without losing your spot
Fans of Harry Styles have begun camping outside the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam as early as Wednesday for his upcoming Saturday concert. The dedicated attendees are enduring rain and long waits t...
Queuing for days for a trendy watch, but mostly for resale: Can make a lot of money
A large crowd has gathered in Amsterdam's P.C. Hooftstraat to queue overnight for the release of an exclusive 400-euro watch, which many hope to resell for significant profit. Resellers and collectors...
Tata Steel: steel market conditions very challenging due to war
Tata Steel reports that global market conditions for the steel industry have become highly challenging due to the conflict in the Middle East and rising energy prices. The Indian group, which owns the...
Jetten speaks to emergency workers and COA about asylum center violence
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten met with emergency responders, COA staff, and volunteers on Friday to discuss recent violence at asylum seeker reception centers. The meeting follows a series of demons...
Makers Festival Aangaan comes to Fort Penningsveer this Sunday: ‘It is important for young creative makers to have places to gather’
The 'Aangaan' makers festival will take place this Sunday at Fort Penningsveer, concluding an artist-in-residence program for young creators from the Haarlemmermeer region. The free, sensory event pro...
Free entry to the Heineken Experience? Only if you're lucky (and enter our giveaway)
All free tickets for the Heineken Experience open day on Friday, May 29, have already been distributed. Due to high demand, the complimentary passes for the Amsterdam-based attraction were claimed qui...
Dirk-Piet (78) was on ship where deadly hantavirus broke out: 'I thought: this isn't right'
78-year-old Dirk-Piet de Graaf was aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius during a five-week voyage when a hantavirus outbreak resulted in the deaths of three passengers. Despite the fatalities, ship activ...
Traffic disruption near Lijnden after collision and mini-lift falls from trailer
Traffic near Lijnden faced significant delays on Friday afternoon following two separate incidents. A multi-vehicle rear-end collision occurred on the N232, while a small aerial work platform fell fro...
Part of those on board Hondius go into quarantine in Port of Rotterdam
Twenty-three portakabins are being prepared in the port of Rotterdam to accommodate foreign crew members from the cruise ship Hondius for a potential six-week quarantine. Local health authorities will...
Portrait of Harry Styles at Johan Cruijff Arena: Ajax legends will also be on the pillars
A large portrait of singer Harry Styles was unveiled at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam to mark the start of his ten-concert residency. The artwork is the first in a series of murals for the stad...
Harry Styles portrait at Johan Cruijff Arena: "Ajax legends will also be on the pillars"
A large portrait of singer Harry Styles was unveiled at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam ahead of his ten-concert run at the venue. The artwork is the first in a series that will eventually includ...
Coach García certain Ajax will be champions next season
Ajax coach Óscar García expressed confidence that his team will win the Dutch league title next season. He made these remarks during an interview with ESPN just days before the club's final match of...
Two boys (15 and 17) arrested for possible involvement in Paul's death in Amsterdam home
Police have arrested two teenagers, aged 15 and 17, on suspicion of involvement in the death of 73-year-old Paul Wyber in Amsterdam. Wyber was found dead in his home in the Jordaan neighborhood on Mon...
Car drives into water along A9 near Badhoevedorp
A driver was hospitalized after their car plunged into the water alongside the A9 motorway near Badhoevedorp. Emergency services, including police divers, attended the scene of the single-vehicle acci...
Car in water on A9 towards Badhoevedorp, road closed
A motorist was seriously injured and transported to the hospital after their vehicle went off the road into the water on the A9 near Badhoevedorp on Friday afternoon. Emergency services, including a t...
WHO: no new suspected cases on Hondius after hantavirus outbreak
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus reports that no new suspected hantavirus cases have been identified on the cruise ship m/v Hondius. The vessel is currently en route to the Netherlands ...
Jazz and La Voz Humana at 't Mosterdzaadje concert hall in Santpoort-Noord
Concert hall ’t Mosterdzaadje in Santpoort-Noord will host its final concerts of the season this coming weekend. The scheduled performances include a jazz concert and a production of La Voz Humana.
Leave the Kleine Houtweg alone
The article invites readers to share their opinions and vote on a proposition regarding the future of the Kleine Houtweg. The title suggests a sentiment in favor of leaving the street undisturbed.
Heemstede placed under state supervision over shortage of asylum seeker housing
The Dutch Ministry of Asylum and Migration has placed the municipality of Heemstede under supervision for failing to meet its legal requirements for asylum seeker housing. Correspondence shared with l...
Green Pennant crowns Blue Flag for Uitgeest Marina: Not exactly a marketing tool
Owners Menno and Caroline Klein of Jachthaven Uitgeest have received the Blue Flag with a Green Pennant award in recognition of their marina's environmental standards. They emphasized that the award i...