Netherlands News in English
Netherlands news in English — Dutch national headlines covering politics, housing, immigration, the economy, transport and daily life, translated and updated throughout the day for the international community.
Poelifinario awards for Smulders, Ostermann and Yentl en de Boer
Smulders, Ostermann, and the duo Yentl en de Boer have won Poelifinario awards at the annual Cabaretgala held in The Hague. The event also featured a musical tribute to the late comedian and writer Pa...
Roxeanne and André Hazes hit with podcast: 'They're stark raving mad together'
Siblings Roxeanne and André Hazes have gained significant popularity with their weekly podcast, which is currently a top-twenty hit in the Netherlands. The pair, who have also received a Dutch Podcas...
Opposition slams tax plan: no support for 'sneaky freedom contribution'
The Dutch opposition is firmly rejecting the cabinet's 'freedom contribution' tax plan, which aims to fund increased defense spending by withholding inflation corrections on income taxes. Political pa...
Walrus submarine in Amsterdam for scrapping
The decommissioned Dutch submarine HNLMS Walrus is being transported to Amsterdam to be dismantled and recycled after thirty years of service. The Ministry of Defence is managing the operation, which ...
A different turn to the finish: builders prepare Olympic Stadium for marathon
The Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam is being prepared for the upcoming marathon, which will feature a change in the route within the arena. Runners will now navigate the track in the opposite direction t...
The musical Cats now takes place in the Rijksmuseum: ‘All cats emerge from The Night Watch’
The musical Cats has been updated with a new setting inside the Rijksmuseum, featuring costumes inspired by famous works of art. Performer Nurlaila Karim portrays the character Grizabella in this prod...
It is tough, it is technical, but the solution for box 3 is also hyper-political
The Dutch cabinet is struggling to find a parliamentary majority for its tax plans, specifically regarding the controversial Box 3 issue. The government is currently navigating a difficult negotiation...
European aviation sector wants to adjust border controls after prolonged problems
European aviation organizations are demanding reforms to the EES border system, including more automated gates and the ability to suspend biometric checks during peak congestion. The system, implement...
Minor directed 23-year-old in Rijsenhout bombing
A 23-year-old man and a minor suspect are accused of carrying out a professional bomb attack on a home in Rijsenhout last December. While the 23-year-old remains in custody, his defense has requested ...
Ahold Delhaize remains silent after ‘likely hack’, expert calls it clumsy: ‘Trust is damaged’
Ahold Delhaize is experiencing major operational issues and website outages following a suspected cybersecurity incident that began Monday. The company has faced criticism from experts for its lack of...
Domien Verschuuren is new voice-over for De Verhulstjes following death of Cees Geel
Domien Verschuuren will replace the late actor Cees Geel as the voice-over for the reality series De Verhulstjes. Geel, a well-known Dutch actor and voice artist, passed away in July at the age of 61.
Staff discounts face the axe as industry associations take action
The Dutch government plans to eliminate the specific tax exemption for employee discounts starting January 1, 2027, as part of a measure to simplify tax rules and raise 127 million euros. A coalition ...
Thousands of Albert Heijn customers flee to Jumbo and Picnic: 'This will cost them millions'
Albert Heijn is facing a major cyber incident that has crippled its online platforms and customer services, causing thousands of shoppers to switch to rival grocery chains. Experts warn that the disru...
Empty shelves threaten Albert Heijn following possible cyberattack
Albert Heijn is experiencing widespread operational disruptions, including empty store shelves and suspended online deliveries, after parent company Ahold Delhaize disabled systems due to a security i...
Albert Heijn customers barely notice IT failure: Only gift cards not working
Supermarket chain Albert Heijn is facing a nationwide IT disruption, resulting in issues with discount systems and gift card processing. Despite the technical problems, which are being investigated as...
Rail sector aims to reduce track suicides: 'Look out for each other'
The rail industry in the Netherlands is launching new awareness campaigns to reduce suicides on train tracks by encouraging passengers and staff to look out for one another. Through improved communica...
Cyberattack causes cooling systems in French supermarkets to thaw
Multiple supermarket chains in France suffered a cyberattack that remotely disabled refrigeration systems, causing significant food spoilage. Meanwhile, the Dutch retail company Ahold Delhaize is faci...
Ajax is playing quite well but needs to start winning now
In the Branie podcast, Menno Pot and Daan Sutorius discuss Ajax's recent struggle to secure wins despite playing well. The team faces a demanding schedule ahead with both domestic and Conference Leagu...
Old church tower in Spaarndam restored
The tower of the Oude Kerk in Spaarndam has been fully restored, featuring repairs to its clockwork, bell installation, and structural exterior. The project was completed in time for the church's 400t...
Media watchdog to impose new sanctions on ON! following Hitler segment
The Dutch Media Authority intends to sanction the broadcaster ON! after an online program contained positive references to Hitler. This move coincides with an ongoing effort by the media minister to r...
Vacancy: reporting intern, PS or arts at the Het Parool editorial office
Het Parool is offering full-time, three-month writing internships in Amsterdam for students interested in local reporting or arts and culture journalism. Interns will operate as full members of the ed...
Artis pleased with new zoo regulations: "Easier and faster to improve animal welfare"
The Dutch government is planning to overhaul zoo regulations to reduce bureaucratic red tape and improve animal welfare standards. The Artis zoo in Amsterdam welcomes the change, noting that simplifie...
Cabinet introduces stricter rules for zoos, potential total ban on animal interaction
The Dutch cabinet is introducing stricter regulations for zoos to enhance animal welfare, including a potential total ban on direct human-animal interaction. Additionally, new policies will mandate th...
Pim turned down a 500 million offer, now his new company is worth 6.2 billion
Entrepreneur Pim de Witte has built a robotics AI firm that is currently valued at 6.2 billion dollars. The 31-year-old founder, originally from Nijmegen, previously turned down a 500 million dollar b...
Opera Cherry Town prompts reflection: are the residents of the Soviet district really better off in those new apartment buildings?
Cherry Town is a collaborative production by the Dutch National Opera and other partners that examines the displacement of residents in a Soviet-era neighborhood. The show uses choreography, Shostakov...
Maxime Meiland and Sjinkie Knegt in this year's Expeditie Robinson
The new season of the reality survival program Expeditie Robinson features a lineup of Dutch and Belgian celebrities competing against each other. The show will be hosted by Nicolette Kluijver and Eds...
From Rollator Rave to Techno Therapy: ADE is for everyone. Tips for free activities
The Amsterdam Dance Event will take place from October 21 to 25, offering a record-breaking program of music and culture across the city. The festival features inclusive activities ranging from techno...
The Strokes are on a roll at the Ziggo Dome, but Julian Casablancas could have left the autotune at home
The Strokes performed a concert at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. While the band was in good form, older songs were more successful than newer ones, and lead singer Julian Casablancas's use of autotune ...
Mrs. Karels (92) is dead and Dr. Rutger must officially confirm it: that will be a peculiar task
General practitioner Dr. Rutger discusses the difficult but necessary task of officially confirming a patient's death. He recounts his experience attending to 92-year-old Mrs. Karels, whose strong pre...
Albert Heijn hit by IT incident, app and website down
Supermarket chain Albert Heijn has taken its website and mobile app offline due to an ongoing IT incident that has halted grocery deliveries and disrupted loyalty programs. Physical stores remain open...