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.
KLM cancels flights to Saudi Arabia until end of July
KLM has extended its suspension of flights to the Saudi Arabian cities of Riyadh and Dammam until July 26 due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The airline cited safety concerns as the prima...
KLM cancels flights to Saudi Arabia until end of July
KLM has extended the suspension of its flights to the Saudi Arabian cities of Riyadh and Dammam until July 26 due to regional security concerns in the Middle East. Additionally, the airline confirmed ...
Zeeweg partially closed in June and September for accessibility trial
The province of Noord-Holland and several municipalities, including Haarlem, are launching a trial for a P+R and beach bus service to improve coastal accessibility. Consequently, the Zeeweg (N200) wil...
35-year-old man arrested for assaulting son of Parool columnist Yesim Candan
A 35-year-old man has been arrested for assaulting the minor son of columnist Yesim Candan with a chain lock in South Amsterdam. The attack occurred in a tunnel under the A10 and followed a threatenin...
‘No drastic cuts for Spaarne Werkt,’ say Haarlem politicians. ‘Better a financial than a social loss’
The Haarlem city council has expressed support for covering the financial deficits of the participation company Spaarne Werkt to avoid social losses. Council members emphasized that while financial ad...
Curaçao fans excited for World Cup: I wear the shirt almost every day
Fans of Curaçao in Amsterdam's Zuidoost district are expressing immense pride and excitement as the national team prepares for its first-ever World Cup appearance. Local residents shared their antici...
King emphasizes importance of closer ties with Germany
King Willem-Alexander has emphasized the importance of intensifying the friendship between the Netherlands and Germany to remain resilient during times of international uncertainty. He made these rema...
ANBI status for WishAmbulance Netherlands: 'Special wishes should be available to everyone'
Stichting WensenAmbulance Nederland has been granted ANBI status, providing official recognition for its charitable work in fulfilling special final wishes. This designation also applies to the organi...
Foreign media spot striking flaw in Dutch team: 'This is the problem'
The Dutch national football team secured a 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan on Monday but drew criticism from international media for failing to capitalize on numerous scoring chances. As the squad prepare...
Ajax loses appeal and must pay Peter Gerards millions for scouting Antony and Martinez
The Amsterdam Court of Appeal has ruled that Ajax must pay millions of euros to scouting bureau Gerards International Consultancy for its involvement in the transfers of Antony and Lisandro Martinez t...
Bridge club to play on ‘safer’ Wednesday afternoons in Santpoort-Noord to avoid evening outings
Bridgeclub De Kennemers will begin hosting afternoon sessions in Santpoort-Noord starting September 1. The new Wednesday afternoon slot complements their existing Thursday evening schedule, catering t...
Finally a roof over your head: new youth home opens in Haarlem
A new housing facility for six formerly homeless or vulnerable young people has opened in Haarlem, marking the city's seventh such youth house. The project, a collaboration between the municipality an...
Cocaine processing in EU takes place mainly in the Netherlands
The European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) reported in its 2024 annual report that cocaine processing within the EU is primarily centered in the Netherlands. According to the agency, 24 out of 42 dismantl...
Royal couple welcomes German President at Dam Square
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima officially welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at Dam Square in Amsterdam for a multi-day state visit. The itinerary includes a visit to the Natio...
Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk: 'Something very special could happen this World Cup'
Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk stated he is ready for his final World Cup appearance after recovering from a mentally challenging season at Liverpool. Following a short break with his family, the...
Beret parade and military exercises on the water in Amsterdam
On Friday, June 12, 200 participants will conclude their National Resilience Training in Amsterdam with a series of marches and military exercises on the water. The event includes a beret parade marki...
Den Bosch wants to reduce crowds on the Thursday before Carnival
The Den Bosch city government has proposed a ban on carnival events on the Thursday before the holiday to reduce large crowds in the city center. The proposal includes restricting alcohol-selling esta...
Dutch National Opera stages Verdi’s ‘men’s opera’: ‘You have to be able to empathize with the characters’
Director Jetske Mijnssen is staging Verdi's opera 'Simon Boccanegra' at the Dutch National Opera, focusing on the personal and emotional struggles of its characters. This production prioritizes the re...
Youth event Megafestatie returns to Jaarbeurs after 24 years
The youth event Megafestatie will return to the Jaarbeurs Utrecht on July 10 and 11, 2027, after a 24-year hiatus. The event returns to the same venue where previous editions were originally held.
Haarlem's Grote Markt to host marching bands during the March of the Musicians
The Mars der Muzikanten event will take place on Haarlem's Grote Markt on Sunday, June 14. Various marching bands will perform during the event, which is similar to a traditional military tattoo.
Life lessons from Sparrow, Quetzal and Hoopoe: Sabine Wassenberg and Kamel Essabane transform an ancient Sufi poem into a philosophical retelling
Sabine Wassenberg and Kamel Essabane have released 'De vlucht van de vogels', a philosophical retelling of an ancient Sufi poem. The story follows a group of birds on a journey through seven valleys t...
Main Marengo suspect Ridouan Taghi has new lawyers
Ridouan Taghi, the main suspect in the Marengo trial, has appointed Ronald van der Horst and Anique Slijters as his new defense lawyers. The Amsterdam Court of Appeal announced the appointment on Tues...
RFC Haarlem competes for 'Sports Accommodation of the Year 2026' with clubhouse built to last a century: 'We are four times label A+'
RFC Haarlem is competing for the 'Sports Accommodation of the Year 2026' award established by NOC*NSF. The club's new clubhouse was designed for extreme durability to last 100 years and features a hig...
Dutch people throwing away less food, but still about 25kg per year
Dutch households have significantly reduced food waste, throwing away an average of 25.5 kilograms of solid food per person last year. According to research from the Voedingscentrum, this marks a near...
Food waste among the Dutch falls even further
Food waste in the Netherlands has decreased to an average of 25.5 kilograms per person, down from 33.4 kilograms in 2022. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre, which has tracked household waste every thre...
Code yellow from Tuesday afternoon due to thunderstorms and wind gusts
The KNMI has issued a code yellow warning for the entire Netherlands starting Tuesday afternoon due to approaching severe thunderstorms. The weather service warns that these storms may be accompanied ...
Dutch fans John and Erica travel across the US hoping to attend World Cup final: ‘Imagine if we’re in the stadium for sixty dollars’
John and Erica van den Berg from Abbenes have secured tickets for every potential match of the Dutch national team at the upcoming World Cup in the United States. The couple expresses strong optimism ...
Amsterdam and Japan have more in common than two Ajax players
Ahead of the World Cup match between the Netherlands and Japan on June 14, this article explores the historical relationship between Amsterdam and Japan. The piece highlights how the connection betwee...
Car ends up in ditch after collision with taxi in Badhoevedorp
A car ended up in a ditch on Tuesday morning following a collision with a taxi on the Zonnekruidweg in Badhoevedorp. No injuries were reported, though the occupants were shaken by the accident.
Frenkie de Jong not worried about Netherlands, but: 'Important that we adjust a few things'
Frenkie de Jong expressed confidence in the Dutch national team despite a narrow 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan, which was secured by two Cody Gakpo penalties. Although the team struggled while playing w...