Netherlands News in English
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Code yellow for heavy wind gusts tonight
The KNMI has issued a code yellow warning for the entire Netherlands due to expected heavy wind gusts from Tuesday night into Wednesday. While the alert applies nationwide, the specific timing of the ...
Construction of large commercial building in Waarderpolder may soon resume
Contractor Van der Worp has lost a summary judgment lawsuit against project developer Haarlem Business Center regarding a construction project in the Waarderpolder. This legal decision is expected to ...
Dutch man (49) stabbed to death in Bali
A 49-year-old Dutch tourist was fatally stabbed on the Indonesian island of Bali on Monday evening. The victim's nationality and age were confirmed by local reports following the incident.
Prison sentence demanded for fake landlord who scammed students out of €21,000
Dutch prosecutors have demanded an 18-month prison sentence for a 31-year-old man who defrauded at least 18 students by offering non-existent or unavailable housing in Amsterdam. The suspect reportedl...
Uncertainty over Loek van Dam murder weighs heavily on next of kin
A Dutch court has acquitted suspect Ruben B. of involvement in the 1992 murder of Loek van Dam. The victim's son stated through his lawyer that the ongoing uncertainty and lack of answers regarding hi...
Dorpsstraat Castricum to become safer: speed bumps and new crosswalks
The Castricum municipal council will begin installing speed reducers and new pedestrian crossings in Dorpsstraat this May to improve safety for residents. These measures follow a decision made by the ...
Victim's lawyer in Ali B case: Client seeks recognition
On the first day of the trial against Dutch performer Ali B, a lawyer for one of the accusers stated that his client is primarily seeking recognition for an alleged assault and rape in Heiloo. The hig...
GroenLinks-PvdA proposes fuel price caps
The GroenLinks-PvdA alliance has proposed implementing maximum price caps for gasoline and diesel to protect consumers from rising fuel costs. Party leader Jesse Klaver discussed the proposal with the...
Six convicted in major case over fatal IJmuiden shooting, €100,000 in damages for victim's family
The Haarlem District Court has convicted six individuals for crimes including manslaughter, drug trafficking, and weapons possession related to the fatal shooting of Eric Sekiza in IJmuiden in Februar...
Castricum municipality thoroughly renovates three playgrounds: old equipment removed and accessibility improved
The municipality of Castricum is renovating three playgrounds this year located at De Wieken, Bogerdlaan, and Pijlkruid in Limmen. The project will involve replacing old equipment and improving access...
Nova College students first to use benefits practice tool: ‘Actually quite stupid if you forget it’
Students at Nova College in Haarlem are the first to use a new practice tool designed to help navigate the process of applying for government allowances. During a guest lecture from the Dienst Toeslag...
What did you do on the car-free Sunday half a century ago? Email us your memories and photos
This article invites readers to share their personal memories and photographs from the car-free Sundays held fifty years ago. The request follows a recent call by the International Energy Agency for g...
AT5 editor-in-chief Judith Zilversmit to give May 4th lecture in Nieuwe Kerk: A great honor
Judith Zilversmit, editor-in-chief of AT5, will deliver the commemorative speech at the Nieuwe Kerk in Amsterdam during the National Remembrance Day on May 4. Her address focuses on her family's perso...
DNB President thinks it is wise for government to wait on energy compensation
DNB President Olaf Sleijpen supports the Dutch government's decision to delay a resolution on household energy price compensation. The proposed measures aim to address rising costs resulting from the ...
Vaccinations for children and youth resume close to home
Vaccinations for children and young people have resumed at various local sites. These vaccinations are free, voluntary, and provided at convenient locations within the community.
Why the economy is now on ‘code orange’ and low-income earners will feel it most
The Dutch economy is facing a "code orange" situation, with low-income households expected to be the most affected by the upcoming downturn. Experts warn that the conflict in the Middle East and other...
Reint and Juda sang to Johan Cruijff in person: One of the most beautiful days of our lives
Musician Reint van den Brink and actor Juda Goslinga reflect on their 1999 tribute performance for football legend Johan Cruijff at a private event in Amsterdam. The pair later met Cruijff in Betondor...
'It sounded like a rocket impact': Badhoevedorp neighborhood jolted awake by ATM bombing
A powerful ATM explosion on Tuesday morning in Badhoevedorp woke residents and caused significant vibrations throughout the neighborhood. Two suspects were subsequently arrested in Amsterdam shortly a...
Police bust illegal gambling den in Waarderpolder: drugs and poker tournament discovered
Police and the Gambling Authority raided an illegal gambling hall in Haarlem's Waarderpolder area following anonymous tips. Two individuals were arrested for organizing an illegal poker tournament, an...
Gorinchem investigates possible voter fraud in council elections
The municipality of Gorinchem is investigating potential proxy voting fraud following last Wednesday's local council elections. The decision to investigate was made after consultations between local a...
Ali B most affected by Jill Helena's accusation
During his appeal hearing on Tuesday, rapper Ali B stated that he was most affected by the sexual misconduct accusations brought by singer Jill Helena. He expressed these sentiments while addressing t...
Foundation funds aid for vulnerable toddlers out of pocket after subsidy dispute with Uitgeest: 'We don’t want the children to suffer'
The Peuterspeelzalen Uitgeest Foundation is self-funding extra support for approximately twenty vulnerable toddlers following a subsidy dispute with the Uitgeest municipality. During a legal proceedin...
Rare Banksy works on display in Utrecht from April
Rare works by British street artist Banksy will be on display at the Beatrixgebouw in Utrecht starting April 2. The exhibition, titled "The Art of Banksy," is scheduled to run until May 31.
Deducting healthcare costs on tax returns: ‘Could easily save hundreds of euros’
Dutch taxpayers have until May 1st to file their tax returns and potentially deduct various healthcare expenses, such as dental visits and travel vaccinations. Experts suggest that while specific cond...
Explosions in rapid succession: Region shaken by series of ATM bombings
A series of ATM bombings occurred within a 24-hour period in the region around Amsterdam, causing significant damage and public unrest. Police are currently investigating whether these incidents are l...
27 fines and three arrests during traffic control in Hoofddorp
Police in Hoofddorp issued 27 fines and arrested three individuals during a traffic enforcement operation on Paviljoenlaan and Binnenweg. The arrests were related to driving under the influence, while...
Iran war could significantly damage economy, but less than 2022 energy crisis
The Dutch Central Bank (DNB) warns that a potential war in the Middle East could significantly damage the Dutch economy in a worst-case scenario. However, the regulator notes that the impact on househ...
Money to green the neighborhood together
The municipality of Haarlem is offering €50,000 each for three community-led projects to transform paved areas into green spaces to combat heat and water logging. Residents can submit their plans un...
Bevrijdingspop becomes smaller-scale: lower costs and more focus on freedom
The Bevrijdingspop festival in Haarlem is transitioning to a smaller-scale format to focus more on themes of freedom and democracy while addressing rising security costs. Organizers plan to experiment...
Lokaal Vitaal takes the lead in Castricum. Party seeks informateur: 'Many parties prefer thoroughness over speed, so we are going for that'
The local party Lokaal Vitaal is seeking an independent informateur to lead coalition talks in Castricum following their victory in the municipal elections. As the clear winner, the party is taking th...