Netherlands News in English
Dutch national news translated to English. Politics, economy, housing, immigration, and more for expats and internationals.
Major fire at thrift store in Sevenum
A large fire has broken out in a thrift store on Maasbreeseweg in the center of Sevenum, Limburg. Local safety authorities are monitoring the situation as the blaze continues in the village.
Many questions in Parliament about opening Lelystad Airport in 2027
Members of the Dutch House of Representatives expressed significant concerns regarding the government's plan to open Lelystad Airport by 2027. Left-wing opposition parties criticized the move, arguing...
Sandra rejects Rob at the altar in Married at First Sight: ‘I can’t do it’
In a historic moment for the Dutch edition of 'Married at First Sight,' a bride named Sandra rejected her match at the altar. Upon meeting Rob, Sandra experienced a panic attack and decided not to pro...
Dutch cabinet investigates whether Ye can still be refused entry
The Dutch cabinet is investigating whether American rapper Ye can be denied entry to the Netherlands ahead of his scheduled performance in Arnhem this June. The move follows calls from members of the ...
Dutch government investigates whether American rapper Ye can be denied entry
The Dutch cabinet is investigating whether American rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, can be legally denied entry into the country. Minister of Justice and Security David van Weel stated that t...
Minister has extra 700,000 euros for security of Jewish buildings
Minister of Justice and Security David van Weel has announced an additional 700,000 euros for the security of Jewish buildings and institutions in the Netherlands, bringing the 2026 budget to 2 millio...
Power grid in part of Utrecht province at capacity: no new connections from July 1
Starting July 1st, new power grid connections in parts of the Utrecht province will be halted due to network congestion, placing even residential requests on a waiting list. While this connection stop...
D66, VVD and CDA learn two hard lessons from Senate fiasco: this is why
The Dutch political parties D66, VVD, and CDA are facing internal friction after key asylum laws were rejected in the Senate. The incident has highlighted that Geert Wilders' PVV may engage in sabotag...
No new power connections in part of Utrecht from July 1
Starting July 1, residents and businesses in parts of the Utrecht province will be unable to obtain new or upgraded power connections due to grid congestion. Applications will be placed on a waiting l...
Yves Berendse to perform in Nieuw-Vennep; rock fans also catered for at Van Zanten Hal
Singer Yves Berendse is scheduled to perform at the Van Zanten Hal in Nieuw-Vennep on Friday evening, September 25. The event aims to cater to both fans of the artist and rock music enthusiasts.
HBB faction leader Jan Verhagen steps back: 'Health comes first'
Jan Verhagen is stepping down as the group leader of Heemsteeds Burger Belang (HBB) due to health reasons following medical advice. While the Haarlem politician will remain active as a council member,...
HL and HvH are a logical core for new coalition with CDA, scout says; Forum excluded due to substantive differences and inexperience
Scout Karen Heerschop has recommended that Heemskerk Lokaal, Hart voor Heemskerk, and the CDA form a new governing coalition in Heemskerk. Forum voor Democratie was excluded from the proposed alliance...
COA fails to vacate Epe asylum hotel and must pay penalties
The Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA) has failed to relocate residents from an emergency shelter in Epe, resulting in mandatory penalty payments to the municipality starting Wed...
Traditional Dutch snacks make way for Asian favorites: Gyoza and yakitori on the rise
Traditional Dutch snacks like the bitterbal and frikandel are losing popularity as consumers increasingly opt for Asian alternatives like gyoza and yakitori. An analysis by trade magazine Distrifood i...
How to prevent hearing damage: ‘Take a 15-minute break after 60 minutes of noise’
ENT specialist Maarten Vijverberg shares expert advice on how to protect hearing and prevent permanent damage from noise exposure. He recommends taking a 15-minute break for every hour spent in a loud...
Bikker wants state to pay for security of Jewish institutions
ChristenUnie leader Mirjam Bikker is calling on the Dutch government to take over the funding for the security of Jewish institutions and buildings. She argues that providing safety is a core responsi...
Romania displays art treasures for the first time after theft in the Netherlands
Art treasures stolen from the Netherlands last year have been presented to the press in Romania for the first time since their recovery. The historical objects will be displayed to the public at the N...
Plants and animals disappear from nature, and then from our memory. Exhibition at North Holland Archives shows nature's resilience
The Noord-Hollands Archief is hosting a new exhibition titled 'Wij leefden hier. Sporen van vergeten natuur' that explores the historical decline of biodiversity in North Holland. The display focuses ...
Fairground boss Klaas (66) returns to IJmuiden for 40th year with three generations and ‘watchdog’ Cooper: ‘Here they tell it like it is’
Fairground operator Klaas Braak has returned to IJmuiden for the 40th year, accompanied by two of his children and the family dog. Braak expressed his appreciation for the direct and down-to-earth nat...
'Living without answers is a struggle'. Families of missing persons live in a nightmare
In the Netherlands, approximately 1,500 people remain missing after more than a year, causing their families to live in constant uncertainty. These loved ones are often unable to start the grieving pr...
Outdoor swimming resumes April 28: get one free ticket!
Outdoor swimming pools are scheduled to reopen on April 28. Through May 10, visitors can receive one free ticket with their online orders for outdoor pool access.
Electric driving for 150 euros a month? ‘I think many people would be happy with that’
The European Union is exploring a plan based on a French model to offer low-income citizens electric vehicle leases for approximately 150 euros per month. While the Netherlands has not yet adopted thi...
European Court allows ‘cheat cigarettes’ to stay, ‘bizarre reasoning’
The European Court of Justice has ruled that current cigarette emission measurement methods can remain in place, effectively allowing so-called "cheat cigarettes" to stay on the market. This decision ...
The Black Archives has a new spot in the Suriname Museum
The Black Archives has moved to its new permanent location at the Suriname Museum in Amsterdam-Oost, housing thousands of items documenting Black history and heritage. The facility, which transitions ...
Karol G to perform at Johan Cruijff ArenA next July
Colombian singer Karol G will perform at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam on July 10, 2027, as part of her 'Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour'. The concert was announced by organizer MOJO and marks ...
April Festival kicks off again at Nieuwmarkt: "Rescheduled my holiday for it"
The annual Aprilfeesten neighborhood festival has kicked off at the Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam, featuring traditional attractions like a Ferris wheel and live music. Running since 1988, the event focuses...
Pomphuis opens doors for school memories of Heemstede and Bennebroek
The Historical Association Heemstede-Bennebroek is launching an exhibition this Saturday at the Pomphuis focused on primary school history from 1940 to 1985. Local residents are encouraged to attend a...
Parliament demands self-employed benefits victims not be fined after all
A majority of the Dutch House of Representatives is demanding that the cabinet honor its promise to freelancers who assisted with the childcare benefits scandal recovery. The intervention aims to prev...
Car flips on Bos en Lommerweg, police arrest driver
A car flipped over during a multi-vehicle accident on the Bos en Lommerweg in Amsterdam West on Wednesday afternoon. While no one was injured in the collision, police arrested one of the drivers invol...
Faber's strict law scrapped, but tough asylum policy implemented via backdoor
Despite the Dutch Senate's rejection of the emergency asylum law, the government plans to implement most of Minister Marjolein Faber's strict asylum measures through standard legislation before the su...