Netherlands News in English
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Multiple vehicles damaged in car fire in Heemskerk
Several vehicles were damaged in a fire on Luxemburglaan in Heemskerk during the early hours of Monday morning. The blaze broke out around 1:30 AM and resulted in damage to multiple cars.
Weekly tips: things to do in Amsterdam from May 4 to May 8
From May 4 to May 8, Amsterdam hosts various events for Remembrance Day, including a silent march from Museumplein to Dam Square. The program features the national two-minute silence at 8:00 PM and op...
Haarlem rat traps kill 20 to 60 rats a day: 'Yet nuisance reports are rising'
Smart traps in Haarlem's sewers are killing between 20 and 60 rats daily, yet the municipality expects 2026 to be a record year for pest reports. To address the persistent issue, Alderman Berkhout is ...
RIVM: Hantavirus not transmissible from human to human
The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has clarified that the hantavirus is transmitted from rodents to humans and is not transmissible between people. This statemen...
Commercial vehicle damaged by fire in Haarlem parking lot
A commercial vehicle was heavily damaged by a fire late Sunday night in a parking lot behind Engelandlaan in Haarlem. The incident occurred around 12:15 AM, resulting in significant damage to the vehi...
National Monument on Dam Square defaced with red paint and 'genocide'
On the morning of Remembrance Day, the National Monument on Dam Square in Amsterdam was defaced with red paint and the word 'genocide.' Cleaners are working to restore the monument before tonight's na...
RIVM calls for plain packaging for e-cigarettes
Researcher Ina Hellmich from the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) is calling for electronic cigarettes to have a neutral appearance to deter use. This regulation c...
No trains between Utrecht and The Hague due to signal failure
A signal failure on Monday morning has halted train traffic between Utrecht and The Hague. ProRail expects the disruption to impact the morning rush hour, although it is currently unclear how long the...
EO produces farewell program about Lenny Kuhr and her emigration to Israel
The Dutch broadcaster EO is producing a tribute program titled 'Dankjewel Lenny' to honor singer Lenny Kuhr, airing on May 1st. The 76-year-old artist recently announced her plans to emigrate to Israe...
You either love him or hate him, says Kim Lammers: 'I wish I had more of his character'
Michiel Kramer is retiring from professional football after an eighteen-season career following a final appearance in the play-offs against Roda JC. He will remain with RKC Waalwijk, transitioning int...
Toos & Henk - May 4
Cartoonist Paul Kusters presents his daily perspective on current events through the 'Toos & Henk' comic strip. This edition is released for May 4th, which is a day of remembrance in the Netherlands.
Bo Wissink’s grandmother Jo Postma was a resistance courier: ‘She meant a lot to others, I want to improve the world too’
Bo Wissink finds inspiration in the wartime bravery of her grandmother, Jo Postma, who served as a courier for the Dutch resistance during World War II. Postma’s dedication to helping others and ris...
Resistance fighter Frieda Belinfante remains an inspiration for women today, including actress Kim van Zeben
Dutch resistance fighter Frieda Belinfante continues to inspire modern women, such as Amsterdam-based actress Kim van Zeben. Van Zeben feels a personal connection to Belinfante due to their shared ide...
Corrie ten Boom provided a Haarlem refuge for Jews: 'She saved countless lives and risked her own'
Corrie ten Boom is honored for her courageous resistance work in Haarlem during World War II, where she provided a safe haven for Jews and saved numerous lives. Her legacy of risking her own safety fo...
Yellow alert for dense fog across much of the country
The KNMI has issued a code yellow warning for dense fog across a large part of the Netherlands on Monday morning. Visibility may drop below 200 meters in all provinces except for Groningen, Friesland,...
Granddaughter of Jan Bonekamp speaks at 20th anniversary of resistance fighter: ‘It is more urgent than ever that we remember’
Brigitte Scholz, the granddaughter of resistance fighter Jan Bonekamp, will serve as the guest speaker at the 20th commemoration ceremony in IJmuiden. Scholz emphasizes that honoring the past is more ...
Don't buy from webshops via social media unless you like a gamble
The article warns consumers to be cautious when purchasing items from webshops advertised on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. It highlights that seemingly low-priced bargains can of...
One in three athletes still experiences misconduct, few know where to report it
More than one-third of athletes experienced transgressive behavior over the past year, yet few turned to a confidential counselor for help. Despite these incidents, official reports are almost never f...
What’s on in the IJmond on May 4 and 5: Commemorating and celebrating 81 years of freedom
The IJmond region will mark 81 years of freedom with events on May 4 and 5. The program includes commemorative services for victims of World War II and later conflicts, followed by celebrations for Li...
91-year-old's home destroyed by fire while walking dog, family starts fundraiser: 'He only has his walker, dog, and the clothes he was wearing'
A 91-year-old man from Hoofddorp lost his home of 66 years and nearly all his possessions in a devastating fire while he was out walking his dog. His family has launched a crowdfunding campaign to hel...
Seriously injured person in car after suspected stabbing in Rotterdam
A man was found severely injured in a car on Pleinweg in Rotterdam late Sunday night following a suspected stabbing incident. Police believe the stabbing occurred in the Tarwewijk neighborhood, though...
Live white-beaked dolphin washes up at Egmond aan Zee
A live white-beaked dolphin stranded on the coast of Egmond aan Zee on Sunday evening and is being assisted by the SOS Dolfijn foundation. The rescue organization is keeping the animal cool with wet c...
Netherlands leads repatriation of sick cruise ship crew members
The Netherlands is leading the repatriation of two sick crew members from the cruise ship m/v Hondius, which is currently anchored off the coast of Cape Verde. This operation follows the deaths of thr...
Trouw celebrates 25,000th edition with wartime logo
The Dutch daily newspaper Trouw is celebrating its 25,000th edition this Monday. To mark the milestone, both the print edition and the website are temporarily using the publication's original wartime ...
Man in his 20s and family members hospitalize two victims: 240 hours community service
A 21-year-old man has been sentenced to 240 hours of community service and mandatory treatment for two violent assaults committed alongside his family members. Despite a significant criminal history, ...
Car flips over after hitting road barrier in Haarlem, driver arrested
A car flipped over on Sunday evening in Haarlem after colliding with a concrete road barrier installed for construction on Schalkwijkerstraat. The vehicle was reportedly launched into the air upon imp...
Dutch Foreign Ministry confirms two Dutch nationals died on cruise ship
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the deaths of two Dutch citizens who fell ill while traveling on a small-scale cruise ship from Argentina to Cape Verde. One passenger died mid-voya...
Fire in Weert under control after days of firefighting
A wildfire that raged for several days in a nature area near Weert and Budel has been brought under control. Firefighters officially declared the situation 'brand meester' on Sunday evening at approxi...
Max Verstappen fifth in Miami after 'marathon' and last-corner overtake, Kimi Antonelli wins again
Max Verstappen finished fifth in the Miami Grand Prix after recovering from an early spin and completing a long marathon stint. He secured his final position with a last-corner overtake, while Kimi An...
AFP: Dutch couple die from suspected hantavirus on cruise
A Dutch couple has died following a suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean. The World Health Organization confirmed three deaths on the vessel, with at least one victim t...