Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Haarlem's Hin family has been among the sailing elite for generations. Jorien (22) hopes to win Olympic gold 108 years after her great-grandfather
The Hin family from Haarlem maintains a multi-generational legacy in elite sailing, starting with an Olympic gold medal win in 1920. Jorien Hin, the great-granddaughter of a former champion, recently ...
Former RIVM head Van Dissel: 'Images of coffins in the street shaped our initial focus, elderly care came later'
Former RIVM head Jaap van Dissel testified before a parliamentary inquiry committee on Friday regarding his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic. He addressed past decisions concerning school closu...
Half of dogs and cats overweight: ‘It’s actually a form of abuse’
Approximately half of all dogs and cats in the Netherlands suffer from overweight, a condition that significantly impacts their health and life expectancy. A veterinarian warns that pet obesity is a s...
As a child Sjoerd Caspers waited for the organ grinder every week. Now he is on the board of the Barrel Organ Museum
The Draaiorgelmuseum in Haarlem is featured in the newspaper supplement AlleTijd as a unique, volunteer-run museum. Sjoerd Caspers, who has been a fan of barrel organs since childhood, now serves as a...
Ellen and Gerda cycle from Egmond to Prague: 'It took us three weeks, the entire route with GPS'
Ellen and Gerda completed a three-week cycling journey from Egmond aan Zee to Prague using GPS for navigation. Upon their return, the pair opted for a ferry crossing instead of using the locks due to ...
No trains between Haarlem and Hillegom due to technical investigation
Train services between Haarlem and Hillegom are suspended on Friday morning from 09:45 to 11:15. The disruption is due to a technical investigation being conducted on the tracks.
Gijs Tuinman is no longer a BBB member and supports Mona Keijzer
Former BBB State Secretary Gijs Tuinman has resigned his party membership following a leadership change that saw Henk Vermeer take over as the party's leader. Tuinman expressed that the transition was...
Farmers receive less for their products, potato prices fall sharply
Dutch farmers and horticulturists saw their income from products fall by over 10 percent in the first quarter of the year compared to the same period in 2025. The price drop was particularly significa...
Prosecutors to charge protester who spoke of 'new Nazis' at anti-Israel rally
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service (OM) has decided to prosecute a man who made antisemitic remarks during an anti-Israel demonstration on Dam Square in Amsterdam on April 2. The protester referred ...
Car goes up in flames in Haarlem
A car was destroyed by fire on the Brouwersvaart in Haarlem during the night between Thursday and Friday. The vehicle was completely engulfed in flames during the incident.
Fully pesticide-free greenery remains unattainable for Haarlem for now
Alderman Robbert Berkhout announced that Haarlem will not meet its goal of having all city greenery pesticide-free by 2028. The delay is caused by the limited availability of trees, shrubs, and grass ...
Relatable! 7 types of people you’ll encounter at campsites near Haarlem
The article identifies seven common types of people typically encountered at campsites, specifically focusing on those located near Haarlem. From dedicated camping professionals to those carrying toil...
Number of Russian companies in the country falls sharply over ten years
The number of Russian-owned companies in the Netherlands has significantly decreased since 2014. This decline is primarily attributed to the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
FKA twigs on 'dangerous' Ziggo Dome show: 'Like I'm going bungee jumping'
British artist FKA twigs is scheduled to perform her Body High Tour at the Ziggo Dome this Saturday night. She compared the intensity of her dangerous stage stunts to the adrenaline rush of bungee jum...
Three demonstrations announced for Ye's concerts at GelreDome
Three demonstrations have been registered with the municipality of Arnhem to take place during rapper Ye's concerts at the GelreDome. Mayor Ahmed Marcouch confirmed that protesters will be assigned a ...
Most municipalities far behind on housing for permit holders
Most Dutch municipalities are failing to meet government-mandated targets for housing refugees with residency permits, resulting in a backlog of over 12,000 people. This shortage forces permit holders...
Three men to be sentenced today for Drents Museum art heist
The court in Assen is delivering verdicts today for three men involved in last year's art heist at the Drents Museum. Prosecutors have demanded prison sentences of up to 5.5 years for the theft of Rom...
Son of Tattoo Peter in tears: father's old tattoo machines stolen
Antique tattoo machines belonging to the late legendary artist Tattoo Peter were stolen from his son's studio in De Rijp during a burglary. The victim, Eddy Wertwijn, intended to display the historica...
Haarlem primary schools that questioned transition test receive support; Education Council also critical
Three primary schools in Haarlem belonging to the Spaarnesant group have received support from the Dutch Education Council in their opposition to mandatory transition tests. The council's recent repor...
Three injured in collision on N202 in Velsen-Zuid
At least three people were injured in a collision between a car and a van on the Amsterdamseweg (N202) in Velsen-Zuid on Thursday evening. The force of the impact caused the van to overturn and land o...
Doctors sue Philip Morris over 'misleading' campaign
A group of doctors and health organizations has filed a complaint with the Dutch Advertising Code Committee against a campaign by Philip Morris International. They allege that the company is using a m...
Jeanne can still exchange her dining chairs after nine years
A woman named Jeanne was permitted to exchange her dining chairs after nine years of use, highlighting consumer rights regarding product longevity. The case addresses whether consumers are entitled to...
Van Dissel's day at the COVID inquiry: the questions he must answer
Jaap van Dissel, the former head of the Netherlands' Outbreak Management Team (OMT), is testifying today before a parliamentary inquiry commission regarding the country's COVID-19 policies. As a centr...
Uproar in Saenredam Street over trees replacing parking spaces; tree damaged by 'vandals' with a saw
Controversy has erupted in Saenredamstraat over the installation of container trees on former parking spaces. Although the street's greening was recently celebrated, one of the new trees has already b...
Questions remain after discovery of beheaded swan: ‘Unlikely a stone marten is responsible’
Experts are questioning the theory that a stone marten decapitated a nesting swan found in Velserbroek two weeks ago. Mammal expert Fred Hopman argues that such predators typically consume their prey ...
ABN Amro sees housing market imbalance: millions of single-family homes ‘too many’
ABN Amro reports that the Netherlands has a surplus of millions of single-family homes and needs to drastically change its housing construction strategy. The bank warns of potential vacancies and decl...
ABN AMRO cuts economic growth forecast due to Iran war
ABN AMRO has lowered its economic growth forecasts for the Netherlands due to the conflict in the Middle East and rising energy prices. The bank noted that these factors are reducing consumer spending...
Another Dutchman to head Belgian seaport: Rob Smeets new CEO of Port of Antwerp-Bruges
Rob Smeets, a 56-year-old Dutch national, has been appointed as the new CEO of the Port of Antwerp-Bruges. The board of directors for the Belgian seaport announced his appointment for a six-year manda...
Dutchman Rob Smeets named new CEO of Port of Antwerp-Bruges
The Port of Antwerp-Bruges has announced the appointment of Dutch national Rob Smeets as its new CEO. Smeets succeeds Jacques Vandermeiren, who stepped down from the position in April.
Maassluis coalition sticks to zero asylum reception places
The coalition parties in Maassluis, Leefbaar Maessluys and VVD, have reaffirmed their commitment to a policy of providing zero asylum reception spots in the municipality. This position was maintained ...