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.
'What are the real health effects of Tata Steel's plans?' Health First calls for clarity before state grants billions in subsidies
The foundation Gezondheid Op 1 has filed a lawsuit against the Dutch State to halt a multi-billion euro sustainability subsidy for Tata Steel until its health impacts are fully understood. The group a...
Marieke Elsinga returns as host of RTL Boulevard this fall
Marieke Elsinga is set to return as a presenter for the Dutch television program RTL Boulevard this autumn. The announcement follows the news that she will be leaving her role on the Qmusic morning ra...
New Velsen city theater to be nearly twice as large, neighborhood concerned about parking
The new city theater in IJmuiden is planned to be significantly larger and taller than the current structure. Despite the expansion, local residents have voiced concerns primarily regarding the theate...
Increased risk of wildfires in almost all of the Netherlands
Persistent heat and drought have led to an increased risk of wildfires across nearly all of the Netherlands. On Wednesday, the fire department elevated the warning status to phase 2 for twelve additio...
Major fraud at sports company SRO, manager of facilities in Haarlem, Velsen and Zandvoort: Five million euros concealed
A five-million-euro fraud involving falsified invoices and work hours has been uncovered at SRO, a sports facility management company co-owned by the city of Haarlem. While the malpractice appears cen...
A day at Geversduin campsite for Odense House participants from Heemskerk and IJmuiden: ‘We used to camp everywhere’
Participants from the Odensehuizen centers in IJmuiden and Heemskerk recently enjoyed a day trip to Camping Geversduin in Castricum. The outing featured outdoor activities like jeu de boules and allow...
'Berry Bantam' on World Cup opponent Tunisia: "Piece of cake, we'll beat them 4-0"
Residents of Haarlem's Bantamstraat, including local reporter Berry Hendriks, are optimistic about the Dutch national team's final group match against Tunisia, predicting a 4-0 win. Despite the 1:00 A...
Postdocs and PhD students no longer have to pump during research time
Dutch trade unions and universities have reached a preliminary collective labor agreement to improve working conditions for female researchers. The agreement ensures that time spent on breastfeeding o...
Netherlands train with fit squad for final group match against Tunisia
The Dutch national football team has begun its final training session with a fully fit 26-player squad before their World Cup match against Tunisia. Manager Ronald Koeman oversaw the session held in K...
Heavy rain expected in Kansas City during Oranje fan celebrations
Fans of the Dutch national football team in Kansas City are expected to encounter poor weather conditions on Thursday, including potential heavy rain and thunderstorms. Light rain is forecast to begin...
Former Deputy Prime Minister Kajsa Ollongren appointed top EEAS official in Brussels
Former Dutch Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Kajsa Ollongren has been appointed as the new Secretary-General of the European External Action Service (EEAS). The announcement was made by ...
Fiber optic more popular in Haarlem than in the rest of North Holland
Haarlem is leading the transition to fiber optic internet in North Holland, with residents switching from traditional connections at a faster rate than elsewhere in the province. Data from the Netherl...
Local residents demand more say in court over billions in aid for Tata Steel
A group of residents living near the Tata Steel plant in IJmuiden has taken legal action to demand more influence over the Dutch government's potential multi-billion euro support for the company. They...
Asylum seekers arrive at reception center in Wijk bij Duurstede
Asylum seekers arrived at a temporary emergency shelter in Wijk bij Duurstede on Wednesday, where they are permitted to stay until the end of August. The facility's opening follows several incidents o...
Float, dock, and toast! These are the spots in Amsterdam
Amsterdam offers several locations where boaters can moor their vessels to cool off and enjoy drinks on the water. The article highlights four specific spots in the city that provide easy docking acce...
When will the Drinking Water Museum in Heemstede finally reopen? Unique collection with 1853 water pipes, sophisticated equipment and a sturgeon from Kazakhstan
The Drinking Water Museum in Heemstede has been closed for three years, with no clear date set for its reopening. The museum houses a unique historical collection, including water pipes from 1853 and ...
Poetry collection on canal anniversary and IJmuiden: Velsen collective presents book at Harbor Festival
The Velsen poetry collective is releasing its second book, titled "Rondom momenten in 150 jaar IJmuiden en Noordzeekanaal," to commemorate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden and the North Sea Canal. Th...
Sprinkler system failure in new University Library, building evacuated due to flooding
The new University of Amsterdam library was evacuated and closed on Thursday afternoon after a defective sprinkler system caused significant flooding. Students were forced to leave the building, which...
Haroon Ali: If you wait too long, apologies lose their meaning
The Dutch government recently issued an official apology to the Moluccan community, continuing a trend of addressing historical wrongs such as slavery and the Holocaust. Columnist Haroon Ali notes tha...
Haarlemmermeer considered for small nuclear plant: alternative to Zeeland or Groningen sites ready
The Dutch cabinet is currently focusing on large nuclear power plants in Zeeland or Groningen, but grid operator TenneT has proposed an alternative plan for six smaller reactors. One of the potential ...
Haarlem man on trial for stalking young women: ‘I have 80 women, you will be the 81st’
A 37-year-old man from Haarlem is on trial for stalking and threatening two young women with disturbing notes left at their homes. The notes contained threats of torture and claims of being a hitman, ...
Get a free meal in Haarlem during Keti Koti
To commemorate and celebrate Keti Koti, the day marking the abolition of slavery, free meals are being distributed at various locations. Residents in Haarlem can pick up a free meal as part of these c...
Early morning workouts on Veemkade: "If you go at the end of the day, you'll end up on a terrace instead"
Athletes in Amsterdam are increasingly moving their workouts to the early morning at the Veemkade to avoid high daytime temperatures. Participants and instructors report that exercising before 7:00 AM...
Pure joy as Brian Brobbey simply says: 'A little bit in love'
The article highlights the refreshing nature of Brian Brobbey's interviews compared to the typically dull responses given by players during major football tournaments. It focuses on the Dutch striker'...
Province grants exemption for asylum seeker center in Santpoort-Zuid
The province of North Holland has granted an exemption to establish an asylum seeker center in Santpoort-Zuid for up to 200 people. The facility is authorized to operate at the location for a period o...
Weeronline: officially warmest June 24 ever recorded
On Wednesday, June 24, the Netherlands recorded its warmest temperature for that date since records began in 1901. The temperature in De Bilt reached 32.8 degrees Celsius, breaking the previous record...
Young people do everything at The Big Sing: they write, act, and create the lyrics
The biennial vocal festival The Big Sing will host the youth performance 'Lost & Found' at PHIL Haarlem on June 25. In this production, young participants serve as both performers and creators, having...
Waste collection earlier than normal, recycling centers closing early
Waste collection services will begin earlier than normal and recycling points will close ahead of schedule. Residents are encouraged to check the updated timetable for these adjusted service hours.
Thijs Römer’s first interview since conviction on radio show MISCHA!
Thijs Römer is set to give his first interview since his conviction on the NPO Radio 1 program MISCHA! during the night of Wednesday to Thursday. The live broadcast was confirmed by broadcaster AVROT...
Haarlem hits 'rare' heat level 9, city opens day shelters for homeless people
Haarlem and Amsterdam have reached a rare heat intensity level of 9, an occurrence that typically happens only a few times per year. In response to the extreme weather, the municipality of Haarlem has...