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.
Drought protocol gives Richard Kemper a sense of security
Richard Kemper reflects on hearing the term "droogteprotocol" (drought protocol) used in the context of a joke about menopause. He argues that the public disparagement and bashing of women going throu...
Electricity so cheap Aljo gets paid: ‘A friend came to charge his car here’
Aljo Hartgers from Oosterbeek utilized negative dynamic energy prices by consuming electricity to earn money, such as charging a friend's car and running his heat pump. This illustrates how consumers ...
Lionel lost his prosthetic leg after a wild night of headbutts, but can now smile again
Lionel Gorissen woke up to find his prosthetic leg missing after a night of drinking in Amsterdam, leading to a week of significant stress. The essential device, valued at approximately 9,000 euros, w...
Whether the European Migration Pact will work remains to be seen, thinks Jan-Kees Emmer: ‘Seeing is believing’
Jan-Kees Emmer expresses skepticism regarding the effectiveness of the new European Migration Pact and acknowledges public resistance to local asylum centers. He argues that the arrival of such facili...
Deployment of Dutch navy ship not extended, ship to return from Mediterranean soon
The deployment of the Dutch frigate Zr.Ms. Evertsen in the Mediterranean Sea will not be extended, and the ship is scheduled to return home soon. Ministers Dilan Yeşilgöz and Tom Berendsen informed ...
House prices slightly cheaper: is the overheated housing market finally cooling down?
The Dutch housing market is showing signs of cooling down, with fewer bids above asking price and a decrease in home viewings. The article examines what these trends, including more frequent price red...
Fire in basement on Plesmanweg in Beverwijk quickly upgraded
A fire broke out in a basement on Plesmanweg in Beverwijk on Friday afternoon. Emergency services responded around 3:25 PM and quickly upgraded the situation to a medium-level fire.
'Since the bad news, the reactions have been heartwarming.' Over 100 shirts from top footballers at auction for Tim (14) and Mason (4)
An auction featuring over 100 donated football shirts will begin on May 1st to raise money for the Princess Máxima Center. The 'Shirts for Warriors' initiative was inspired by 14-year-old Tim, who is...
Sil (26) arrested on way to Gaza, but Cerisa (24) sails on with flotilla: 'We were surrounded by drones'
Sil Kiewiet de Jonge was arrested by the Israeli military while participating in the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian aid mission to Gaza. Another participant, Cerisa van Kesteren, remains with t...
Protest march in Amsterdam on Labour Day
Thousands of people participated in a Labor Day protest march organized by the FNV trade union in Amsterdam on May 1st. The demonstrators marched from Museumplein to Martin Luther Kingpark to protest ...
Best things to do in Amsterdam in May
Amsterdam offers a variety of events in May, including music festivals, food truck markets, and major concerts. A highlight of the month is the Freedom Day celebration on May 5th, featuring large-scal...
How to get Haarlem residents talking about the climate? Plan for traveling artwork
Haarlem is planning a traveling artwork designed to spark community dialogue about climate change and creating a greener, more livable city. The project serves as a follow-up to the Haarlem Citizens' ...
Enjoying the first summer day of the year
The first summer day of the year has arrived, prompting many people to head outdoors and enjoy the warm weather. A photographer documented sunseekers at various locations across the region as they mad...
Firefighters extinguish several new forest fires
Several forest fires broke out across the Netherlands on Friday afternoon, requiring intervention from the fire department. Notable blazes occurred near the towns of Kootwijk and Harderwijk in the pro...
Ongehoord Nederland suffers nearly 900,000 euro loss due to legal costs
The Dutch broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland reported a financial loss of nearly 879,000 euros for the past year. According to its annual report, the deficit was driven by high legal expenses and the ong...
Sunscreen, drinks and sunshine on the first summer day in Haarlem
Haarlem experienced its first summer-like day last Friday as temperatures reached 23 degrees Celsius. Residents celebrated the warm weather by switching to summer clothing and heading outdoors.
VodafoneZiggo gains more mobile subscribers, fewer internet customers leave
VodafoneZiggo reported a growth in mobile subscriptions and a decrease in departing internet customers during the first quarter. This marks the fourth consecutive quarter of improvement as the telecom...
You can soon look inside these Haarlem windmills
During the National Windmill Days on May 9 and 10, several windmills in Haarlem will open their doors to the public for free. Visitors can explore the interiors of these historic structures to learn h...
De Achterklap Podcast | Ariane chooses tough study and Wie is de Mol? overkill?
Princess Ariane has successfully passed a rigorous selection process for a challenging new field of study. Meanwhile, the latest season of the popular Dutch television program "Wie is de Mol?" is repo...
Cyclists' Union: PRO breaks election promise with 'bicycle-unfriendly' approach to Grote Houtstraat. 'Inhospitable and monomaniacal'
The Fietsersbond has criticized Haarlem's largest political party, PRO, for plans to reduce bicycle parking spaces near Grote Houtstraat. The cyclists' union argues that Alderman Robbert Berkhout's po...
Arne Slot seems to have figured it out: he sold Luis Diaz to Bayern. Enough said, according to Henk Spaan
Dutch columnist Henk Spaan provides his weekly assessment of prominent figures in the football world. This installment features ratings for Ousmane Demb l , Lesley Bamberger, and Thierry Henry.
Drug premises in Cruquius heavily guarded, but no sign of a laboratory
Police discovered a significant quantity of drugs in a building in Cruquius after responding to a robbery report, resulting in the arrest of three suspects. While heavily armed officers and a speciali...
Musical Society Time Square ready for ’Petticoat’
The musical association Time Square from Uitgeest is preparing for its upcoming production of 'Petticoat'. The performances are scheduled to take place on May 29 and 30 at the Kennemer Theater in Beve...
Ajax to form guard of honor for rival PSV: 'That is the respect a champion deserves'
Ajax interim-coach Oscar Garcia confirmed that the club will form a guard of honor for rivals PSV during their upcoming match. The decision was made by the club to show respect for PSV as the new leag...
Ajax to form guard of honour for champions PSV: 'They deserve it'
Ajax will form a guard of honor for league champions PSV ahead of their match at the Johan Cruijff Arena. Coach Óscar García noted that key players Davy Klaassen and Owen Wijndal are likely to be ab...
‘Woman was an object to two Haarlem men.’ Prison sentences demanded for rape and sexual assault
Prosecutors have demanded a two-year prison sentence, with ten months suspended, against a 33-year-old man from Haarlem for the rape of a woman. The victim reportedly woke up during the assault in the...
Jumbo store in Velserhof IJmuiden to open this autumn, not this month
The opening of the new Jumbo supermarket in the Velserhof shopping center in IJmuiden has been delayed until this autumn. Renovations are taking longer than expected, pushing the launch back from its ...
Sarah Dekker needs to get rid of many things but wasn’t at the flea market: ‘On the last night I only want my bed left’
Sarah Dekker describes her return from Bucharest on King's Day after her team failed to qualify for the Champions League Final4. She expressed disappointment at the loss and missing out on a medal thi...
Monica wrote a book about her parents who survived 17 concentration camps
Monica van Rijn has authored a book titled 'The Memory Place: How My Parents Survived Nazi Hell,' detailing how her parents survived 17 concentration camps during the Holocaust. The memoir, which took...
Amsterdam's Atlas statue returns to its familiar spot after almost two years
The iconic bronze statue of Atlas has returned to its position on the roof of the Royal Palace on Dam Square in Amsterdam following a two-year restoration. The 350-year-old statue was cleaned of green...