Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Illustration Biennial shows how visual culture makes resistance visible: 'Societal importance of illustration is greater than ever today'
The eighth edition of the Illustratie Biënnale will take place on June 6 and 7 at the Schuur in Haarlem. The festival highlights the growing importance of illustration in making social resistance vis...
Temperatures to rise this weekend after unsettled days
After several unsettled days, temperatures in Amsterdam are set to rise this weekend, reaching a peak of 21 degrees with sunshine on Saturday. While Sunday remains warm, rain is expected, and high gra...
New Moerdijk coalition insists on clarity and compensation
Six parties in the new Moerdijk coalition have released their governing agreement, focusing on clarity regarding industrial and energy infrastructure expansion plans. The coalition emphasizes the need...
Prosecutors demand 7 months in prison for father of Jos Leijdekkers for money laundering
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a seven-month prison sentence for Joseph Leijdekkers, the 71-year-old father of fugitive criminal 'Bolle Jos,' for money laundering. The charges follo...
Dinner Club brings strangers together: "Food connects more than anything else"
The Dinner Club is a new initiative in Amsterdam designed to combat loneliness by bringing strangers together for shared meals. Residents and expats can host or join dinners through a dedicated websit...
Class act: Willem receives free remote for his old electric bed
After seventeen years of use, Willem Kunst's electric bed remote control broke, leading to a difficult search for a replacement. He eventually managed to obtain a new wired remote for free, despite th...
Holiday host families wanted in South Holland and North Holland
Stichting Europa Kinderhulp is seeking host families in North and South Holland to provide summer vacations for vulnerable children aged five to twelve. These holidays are scheduled for July and Augus...
Three sick people on board Hondius evacuated Wednesday morning
Three sick passengers from the cruise ship Hondius, currently located off the coast of Cape Verde, are scheduled for evacuation on Wednesday morning. The cruise company OceanWide announced the operati...
KLM further postpones flights to Dubai and Saudi Arabia
Dutch airline KLM has extended its flight cancellations to Dubai and Saudi Arabia until at least June 28 due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The suspension was previously set to end on Jun...
Museum seeks IKEA classics with a story
The Netherlands Open Air Museum in Arnhem is seeking IKEA furniture and household items from 1978 to 2008 to expand its historical collection. They are specifically looking for pieces that come with a...
66 municipal reports on construction, demolition, tree felling, and hospitality in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 66 permit applications last week regarding construction, demolition, tree felling, and catering. Residents can review these reports to see specific developments p...
Haarlem midwifery practice Luna expands to Santpoort-Noord: 'We are the village practice in the city'
Haarlem-based midwifery practice Luna is expanding with a new location in Santpoort-Noord, scheduled to open on May 9th. The new facility on Broekbergenlaan will provide pregnancy support and host an ...
Jan (74) spotlights Jacob van Campen in new book, known for Royal Palace and Elswout: ‘Architecture is less personally visible, people don’t know the creator’
Sociologist Jan Niessen has released a new book titled "Jacob van Campen, Schilder en architect" to bring attention to the Haarlem-born architect of the Dutch Golden Age. The biography explores Van Ca...
Hondius passenger in Zurich hospital with hantavirus
A passenger from the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius is being treated in a Zurich hospital after contracting hantavirus. The Swiss government confirmed the case following an outbreak that occurred on the...
Julius Jaspers shows life after brain hemorrhage in YouTube documentary
Julius Jaspers is releasing a four-part documentary series titled "Back On Track" about his life after suffering a brain hemorrhage. The series will be available on the Hersenstichting (Brain Foundati...
Wildfire risk in several regions adjusted after rainfall
Several safety regions in the Netherlands have lowered the wildfire warning level following recent rainfall. This adjustment indicates a reduced risk of fire in natural areas across various parts of t...
Dutch cruise ship Hondius to dock in Tenerife
The Dutch cruise ship Hondius, which has confirmed cases of hantavirus on board, is scheduled to dock in Tenerife according to the Spanish Ministry of Health. The president of the Canary Islands has e...
Paracetamol for 4.75 euros in Berlin, 64 cents in Amsterdam: why do Germans pay so much more?
Medicines in Germany, such as paracetamol and cancer treatments, are up to 76 percent more expensive than in the Netherlands. The article examines the reasons behind this significant price disparity a...
'Budget shopping is booming' and Jeltje shows women how to look stylish on a budget
As the cost of living continues to rise, budget shopping has become a growing trend with many women seeking practical fashion advice on social media. Influencer Jeltje addresses this need by providing...
Philips sells more healthcare equipment and benefits from Hormuz blockade
Philips reported an increase in sales of hospital equipment, such as scanners and remote care systems, during the first months of the year. This growth is partly attributed to supply chain disruptions...
LUMC prepares for possible arrival of cruise ship patient
The Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) is preparing for the possible arrival of at least one patient from the cruise ship MV Hondius. A hospital spokesperson confirmed that the facility is availa...
Heavy smoke at apartment fire in Haarlem
A fire broke out in an apartment building on Andorrastraat in Haarlem on Wednesday morning, producing significant amounts of smoke. Emergency services are at the scene, and it is currently unclear if ...
Unions: major fears of cuts at KLM
Unions at KLM have expressed significant concern regarding potential reorganizations and interventions as the airline begins developing a new strategic plan for the period after 2030. The workforce fe...
Vets and inspectors see more severe pet neglect
The Netherlands' National Animal Welfare Inspection (LID) reports a significant increase in the severity of pet neglect cases involving dogs and cats in 2025. This marks the third consecutive year tha...
Consumers spend more, especially on durable goods
Dutch consumer spending increased by 0.9% in March compared to the previous year, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). This growth follows consecutive declines in January and February, signaling...
Exhibition A Travelogue for the Eye opens in Haarlem
The exhibition 'A Travelogue for the Eye' by Frank Visser and Mirjam Bleeker is scheduled to open at Kunst Centrum Haarlem on Friday, May 22. The show features a collection of works presented by the t...
Netherlands heading for stagflation horror scenario: 'Costs us purchasing power and jobs'
Experts warn that the Netherlands and Europe are heading toward a period of stagflation, characterized by a stagnant economy and rising prices. This economic scenario could result in a significant los...
What is a good life in Castricum? Douwe and Sanne talk to citizens. 'Politics doesn't solve problems and should listen much more to residents'
Founders of 'Dialoog weet raad' are presenting a collection of insights from citizen dialogues to the Castricum city council to encourage more public involvement in policy-making. They argue that list...
Tuberculosis on the rise in the Netherlands, cases at a ten-year high: what we can do about it
Tuberculosis cases in the Netherlands have reached their highest level in ten years, according to health officials from GGD Regio Utrecht. Director Marc Sprenger is raising awareness about the resurge...
Man arrested in Velsen-Noord after stealing electric bike from Beverwijk shop
A man was arrested in Velsen-Noord on Wednesday morning following the theft of an electric bicycle from a shop in Beverwijk. Police apprehended the suspect on Geelvinckstraat shortly after the inciden...