Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Kruidvat employees from Velserbroek back from Paris after winning prize: ‘Dining on the Seine was a magical experience’
Employees from the Kruidvat store in Velserbroek recently returned from an all-expenses-paid three-day trip to Paris. The trip was a reward for the team being named the best Kruidvat branch in the Net...
Handball finale far from home: SEW, VOC and Aalsmeer can clinch titles in Limburg
The women's handball teams SEW and VOC Amsterdam will compete for the Dutch national title this weekend in Geleen, Limburg. Simultaneously, the Aalsmeer men's team is participating in the Super Handba...
Fewer sprinters between Schiphol and Amsterdam Sloterdijk due to repair work
Fewer sprinter trains are operating between Schiphol Airport and Amsterdam Sloterdijk on Friday morning. The service reduction is due to ongoing repair work on the tracks.
Four years after COVID, pandemic effects on exam candidates have worn off: 'But youth feel pressure from social media'
Current exam candidates have largely caught up on learning gaps caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, experts warn that students are still experiencing significant pressure, which is now increasin...
Streetlights along Schoterkerkpad near Santpoort-Zuid are frequently broken: 'I'd rather detour via Bloemendaal'
Street lighting along the Schoterkerkpad between Santpoort-Zuid and Haarlem-Noord is frequently broken, creating safety concerns for cyclists at night. Many users, particularly women, now avoid the pa...
VU disconnects systems after hack, potential impact on education
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam has disconnected its systems from the Canvas educational software following a cyberattack by the hacker group ShinyHunters. The hack targeted several Dutch universities on...
Uithoorn installs temporary cameras in street planned for asylum center
The municipality of Uithoorn has installed temporary surveillance cameras on Wiegerbruinlaan to maintain public order and safety. The measure will remain in place for two weeks at the site where a new...
Jetten after attack on D66 office: We will not be silenced
Rob Jetten has condemned a firework bomb attack on the D66 party office, describing the incident as a cowardly act of intimidation. He emphasized that the party will not be silenced by such attempts a...
Minister Heerma calls attack on D66 party office 'cowardly act'
Minister Pieter Heerma has condemned a firework bomb attack on the D66 party office as a cowardly act. The CDA minister emphasized that violence has no place in a democracy following the incident on T...
Explosion at D66 party office in The Hague, no injuries
An explosion occurred at the D66 political party office in The Hague on Thursday evening, causing damage to the building but resulting in no injuries. The incident took place shortly after 9:00 PM on ...
Sexual problems due to illness? This approach helps start the conversation
Nurse specialist Suzanne de Munnik from Catharina Hospital in Eindhoven is advocating for improved communication regarding sexuality and intimacy between patients and healthcare professionals. She hig...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (May 8-10)
Haarlem residents can look forward to a sunny weekend from May 8 to May 10 with various local activities planned. Following the Liberation Day celebrations, this guide provides inspiration for events ...
Municipalities concerned about DigiD platform takeover. ‘This shows the dependency of municipalities on national choices’
Dutch municipalities are expressing concern over the potential takeover of digital service platforms like DigiD and MijnOverheid by non-European companies. While acknowledging a long-standing dependen...
Maaike van der Plas: 'Do I believe the man and send him home without blood thinners? Or do I go with his wife and start treatment?'
Neurologist Maaike van der Plas describes the experience of being called into a night shift to make a difficult medical decision. She reflects on the internal conflict of whether to trust a patient's ...
How to beat exam stress: ‘Give a hug instead of criticism’
As final exams approach for approximately 200,000 households in the Netherlands, parents are being offered advice on how to support their children through the high-pressure period. The guidance emphas...
Ramona is terminally ill, but there is hope: a drug in Belgium. The only problem: it costs over 100,000 euros, and she doesn't have it
48-year-old Ramona Dolron from Haarlem has launched a crowdfunding campaign to pay for a life-extending breast cancer treatment in Belgium costing over €100,000. The medication is currently not cove...
Islands leader: Hondius will not dock, only drops anchor
The Dutch cruise ship Hondius will anchor off the coast of Tenerife instead of docking at the port, according to Canary Islands President Fernando Clavijo. Passengers will be transported by boat to th...
Van catches fire on N201 near Schiphol-Rijk
A van caught fire while driving on the N201 highway near Schiphol-Rijk on Thursday evening. The driver successfully managed to pull the vehicle over to the side of the road before emergency services w...
Cruise line: proper procedure followed after first death
Cruise company Oceanwide Expeditions has stated that proper procedures were followed after the natural death of a 69-year-old Dutch passenger aboard the ship Hondius. The statement comes in response t...
Young cyclist hit at Hillegom roundabout, major traffic disruption
A young cyclist was injured after being hit by a car on a roundabout in Hillegom on Thursday afternoon. The collision occurred at the intersection of Meerlaan and Weerlaan, leading to significant traf...
DJ Jorinde and Ost transform Het Slachthuis in Haarlem into dance venue: 'Mother's Day is a special day for us'
DJ Jorinde and the five-piece funk band Ost are hosting a dance event at Het Slachthuis in Haarlem this Sunday. Starting at 2:00 PM on Mother's Day, the performers will alternate 45-minute sets to pro...
Wrestler Bas leaves trail of unpaid bills and broken promises. 'I don't understand how someone can do this to others'
Show wrestler Bas has reportedly left behind a trail of unpaid debts and unfulfilled agreements totaling approximately 10,000 euros, including unpaid venue rent in Heemskerk. Despite his claims that h...
The Achterklap Podcast | Harsh words in Ali B verdict and is Gillis finally off TV?
Rapper Ali B has been sentenced to three years in prison following an appeal in his criminal case. Additionally, media personality Peter Gillis received sentences in two separate legal matters as part...
Ruud Gullit aims to turn KLM Open orange as he takes on fellow World Cup stars: 'I forced Marco to join'
The KLM Open in Badhoevedorp will adopt a Dutch national theme and orange colors in anticipation of the football World Cup. Event director Ruud Gullit has organized a competition for former World Cup ...
Talpa cancels new season of Massa is Kassa due to Peter Gillis lawsuits
Talpa has suspended production of new seasons for the reality show 'Familie Gillis: Massa is Kassa' following legal convictions against star Peter Gillis. Gillis was recently sentenced to prison for t...
Tense two-week wait for Tomassen Duck-To: Judge holds fate of duck slaughterhouse in their hands
Tomassen Duck-To is currently in a legal dispute with the municipality of Ermelo regarding its operating permits. A judge is expected to rule within two weeks, which will determine if the duck slaught...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from May 8 to 10
Following the Dutch national holidays on May 4th and 5th, Amsterdam offers various activities for the weekend of May 8-10. Residents and visitors can explore local art markets or attend theater shows ...
NOS and Talpa reach World Cup deal: highlights to be shown on VI and Oranjezomer
NOS and Talpa Network have reached an agreement regarding this summer's FIFA World Cup, allowing Talpa to broadcast highlights of all 104 matches on programs like Vandaag Inside and Oranjezomer. The N...
Crowds at Buiksloterweg due to roadworks: "Waiting for two ferries isn't that bad"
Travelers to Amsterdam-Noord face delays at the Buiksloterweg ferry terminal due to maintenance work on the quay that will last until May 22nd. The construction of a new anti-slip layer has reduced th...
Ellen ten Damme reacts to Ali B verdict: 'Justice has spoken'
Dutch singer Ellen ten Damme has responded to the sentencing of rapper Ali B, stating that justice has spoken after he received a three-year prison sentence on appeal. Ten Damme expressed her views du...