Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Drink producer Stëlz adjusts advertisement after criticism of new poster
The Amsterdam-based beverage producer Stélz has announced it will modify its latest advertising poster following public criticism. The company confirmed the decision after initial reporting by RTL Ni...
Crying delivery drivers and high turnover: why are mail carriers fleeing PostNL?
PostNL is appealing a record 7 million euro fine imposed by the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets amid criticism from the FNV union regarding poor working conditions. Union representativ...
Telstar fans review stadium snacks: From delicious Twente ham rolls to noodle snacks as hard as hockey pucks
Fans of the football club Telstar review snacks at various Dutch stadiums during away matches via their Instagram account 'Witte Leeuwen op Reis!'. Their critiques range from praising delicious local ...
Asylum protest in Apeldoorn continues, handful of arrests
Protesters in Apeldoorn continued to demonstrate against a planned emergency shelter for 240 asylum seekers, resulting in four arrests on Monday night for misconduct. Local authorities and police rema...
New reality show in the making about Amsterdam squares: ‘Love blossoms and relationships end’
A new reality television program is currently in development that will document daily life and social interactions on the squares of Amsterdam. Created by Vincent ter Voert, the show will follow vario...
Anniversary funky party machine Friday at Patronaat; Amsterdam Klezmer Band returns with ‘new color palette’
The Amsterdam Klezmer Band is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a performance at the Patronaat in Haarlem this Friday. Bassist Jasper de Beer credits the band's long-term success to their diverse ...
Things to do on Ascension Day in Amsterdam: from Rolling Kitchens to yoga by the IJ
Amsterdam offers a variety of activities for the Ascension Day holiday, including the Rollende Keukens food truck festival and yoga sessions along the IJ river. The city provides numerous entertainmen...
Koen Radstake new municipal secretary of Haarlem
Koen Radstake has been appointed as the new municipal secretary and general director of Haarlem, effective June 1st. He succeeds Catrien Lenstra, who moved to the municipality of Amsterdam, and will a...
Check your power connection before going green
Residents in Haarlem are advised to verify if their electrical connections are sufficient before installing sustainable technologies like heat pumps or solar panels. Due to increasing grid congestion ...
Fewer trains from Amsterdam to Hilversum and Almere due to track defect
Fewer sprinter trains are running from Amsterdam Centraal towards Hilversum and Almere on Tuesday due to a track defect between Amsterdam Centraal and Amsterdam Muiderpoort. The disruption began early...
Significant damage in rear-end collision between De Zilk and Hillegom
Two work vans were involved in a rear-end collision on Tuesday morning on the Beeklaan between De Zilk and Hillegom. While the accident resulted in significant vehicle damage, no injuries were reporte...
Dead man found in Lijnbaansstraat home, suspected foul play
Police have launched a major investigation after a man was found dead in a residence on Lijnbaansstraat in Amsterdam's Jordaan district. Authorities suspect a crime and have cordoned off the area near...
First asylum seekers arrive at Loosdrecht town hall
The first group of asylum seekers arrived at a temporary emergency shelter in the Loosdrecht town hall on Tuesday morning. The facility has a capacity for seventy people and the arrival was unannounce...
After relegation to the third division, coach René Anneese starts from scratch at DSOV: 'Footballing savvy must return'
Coach René Anneese has returned to lead DSOV after the club's relegation to the third division, marking a return to the level where they last played ten years ago. Anneese, who previously guided the ...
Linda’s tomato plants are a hit at ATV De Hofgeest seedling market: ‘A lady told me my plant had an incredible yield’
Linda Krukkert sold various plant cuttings, including popular tomato plants and dahlias, at the ATV De Hofgeest cuttings market. The event was a success for Krukkert, with visitors reporting high yiel...
Odido will not compensate customers after data breach from cyberattack
Odido has announced it will not compensate customers following a data leak caused by a cyberattack in February. CEO Søren Abildgaard stated that the company was not found to have violated any regulat...
Tiësto wins lawsuit against US law firm, awarded 17 million euros
DJ Tiësto has won a lawsuit against a United States law firm after the Amsterdam Court of Appeal ruled in his favor regarding incorrect tax advice. The court ordered the firm to pay the DJ 17 million...
Police seize record number of illegal weapons from minors
Dutch police seized a record total of over 2,300 prohibited weapons from minors last year, including 947 knives and 442 firearms or components. Law enforcement officials expressed significant concern ...
Odido refused to pay after major hack and stands by it: 'It's not about the money'
Odido refused to pay a ransom following a major cyberattack in February that exposed the personal data of 6.39 million customers. Chief Commercial Officer Tisha van Lammeren stated that the decision w...
The Luilak market is coming: a kilometer of plants, flowers and more
The annual Luilakmarkt is returning to Haarlem, featuring a kilometer-long market dedicated to flowers and plants along the Raamvest and Raamsingel. On Friday evening, residents and visitors can brows...
Dawn swimming at De Houtvaart. Outdoor pool opens season on Ascension Day
The historic Houtvaart outdoor swimming pool will begin its season on Ascension Day with an early morning "dew swimming" event. From 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM, visitors can enjoy the water for a special entr...
Wingtech appears overconfident with $8 billion claim against Dutch State
Wingtech is seeking 8 billion dollars in damages from the Dutch State following a government intervention involving its subsidiary, Nexperia, in October. Current assessments suggest the legal claim ha...
Duo on rental scooter takes selfie at A10 Sloten on-ramp
A duo on a rental scooter was spotted taking a selfie at the A10 highway entrance near the Sloten exit in Amsterdam. It remains unclear whether the pair entered the ring road or turned back towards th...
125 years of GGD: a special look behind the scenes
To celebrate its 125th anniversary, the GGD is organizing various behind-the-scenes tours to showcase different aspects of its public health work. These excursions include visits to addiction care fac...
Walk or cycle through the history of IJmuiden with Conny Braam's Abraham trilogy audio walk: 'Idea came up spontaneously during a walk'
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden, the Historical Circle Velsen has released three free audio tours based on Conny Braam's Abraham trilogy. The tours, narrated by the author herself, allo...
Relief: Graves in Uitgeest not cleared; municipality forgot to mention temporary removal of items
A visitor to a cemetery in Uitgeest was alarmed to find parts of his mother's grave missing on Mother's Day, fearing the site had been cleared. The municipality later clarified that the materials were...
More car damage during holiday rush: 'Good preparation can prevent costs'
The risk of car damage increases significantly during the vacation season, yet many Dutch travelers are unsure of how their insurance coverage works abroad. Experts recommend reviewing policy details ...
Tata Steel investigates whether more slag can be used in cement
Tata Steel is collaborating with a cement company to investigate incorporating more types of steel slag into construction materials to promote sustainability. This initiative aims to find alternative ...
Complaints about carmaker Lynk & Co: customers receive hefty bills years after returning cars
The Dutch consumer television program Radar has received numerous complaints about the Chinese car manufacturer Lynk & Co. Former customers report being surprised by unexplained invoices for thousands...
The Butcher’s Daughter and VIZ open joint pop-up shop: ‘If your product has no story, you might as well go to the supermarket’
Guusje Broekhof and Maarten Post have opened a collaborative pop-up shop on Grote Houtstraat called De Slagersdochter and VIZ. The venue blends a specialty grocery store with a dining area, aiming for...