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.
Folk singer John West marries Marina: A fairytale
Folk singer John West has married his partner of thirteen years, Marina, in a wedding he described as a fairytale. The couple, who share two children, celebrated with a large event for friends and fam...
Rapid construction aims to tackle housing crisis, but shortage won't be solved overnight
Housing Minister Elanor Boekholt-O'Sullivan has introduced a 7 billion euro initiative to combat the national housing shortage by streamlining permit processes and supporting large-scale development p...
Roadworks in Haarlem: keep this in mind this week (September 21 - September 28)
Haarlem will experience widespread traffic disruptions from September 21 to September 28 due to ongoing construction, maintenance projects, and local events. Key areas such as the city center and majo...
Heineken set to acquire hundreds of Stonegate pubs
Heineken is reportedly planning to purchase hundreds of prime pubs from Stonegate to help the company address its 3 billion pound debt. This move follows a period of financial instability for the Brit...
NTR creates Sinterklaasjournaal EXTRA for NPO Start
Broadcaster NTR has announced a new spin-off series titled Sinterklaasjournaal EXTRA for the streaming platform NPO Start. The news coincides with significant cast changes for the flagship Sinterklaas...
Purchasing power of Dutch households rises by 1.2 percent on average
The average purchasing power of Dutch households rose by 1.2 percent in 2025, with working households seeing a more significant increase of 2.2 percent due to rising wages. However, pensioners and the...
From Dam to Dom: fast cycle route from Amsterdam to Utrecht getting closer
Authorities have finalized an agreement to develop a fast bicycle route connecting Amsterdam and Utrecht along the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal. The project, which was first proposed decades ago, involves si...
Dutch companies investing more in equipment such as defense hardware
Dutch businesses saw a marginal investment increase of 0.1 percent, driven by a rise in spending on equipment like defense hardware. Statistics Netherlands reports that this growth follows a mixed tre...
State secrets and a handwritten page by Marx: a look inside the IISG treasury
The International Institute of Social History in Amsterdam preserves a vast collection of global records on social movements, including the only original handwritten page of the Communist Manifesto. A...
State secrets and a handwritten page by Marx: a look inside the IISG treasury
For ninety years, the International Institute of Social History in Amsterdam has preserved significant global archives, including the original handwritten page of the Communist Manifesto. The institut...
Cabinet wants half of all new homes to be prefabricated within four years
The Dutch government plans to require that half of all new housing projects be prefabricated within four years to accelerate construction and address labor shortages. Officials aim to simplify buildin...
Renewed Europaweg open for a month, traffic disruption not yet over
The Europaweg in Haarlem has reopened after a redesign that prioritizes pedestrians and cyclists over cars. Traffic disruptions persist due to ongoing construction at a new transport hub, with major p...
Expensive petrol hits workers in the wallet: ‘Higher mileage allowances will feature in more collective agreements’
Dutch labor unions are aggressively pushing for a maximum tax-free travel reimbursement of 25 cents per kilometer to help employees offset high fuel costs. While employers have been hesitant to commit...
Darts, beer and costumes: Afas turns into 'indoor carnival' during darts competition
The four-day World Series of Darts recently concluded at Afas Live in Amsterdam, attracting international players and enthusiastic fans. Attendees celebrated the event as an indoor carnival, combining...
Watch the 40th edition of the Dam tot Damloop back here
The fortieth anniversary of the Dam tot Damloop took place today with extensive media coverage throughout the day. A highlight compilation of this milestone race is now available for viewers to watch.
Part-timers must work more to solve shortages: 'It will only help a little'
Government plans to solve labor shortages by encouraging part-time employees to work more hours are being criticized by experts for lacking a coherent long-term strategy. Analysts argue that such meas...
Just back from vacation and already feeling tired and irritable? Don't wait too long to take action
Arbo Unie warns that employees returning from vacation may face increased fatigue and irritability, potentially leading to long-term absenteeism. The organization advises early intervention to prevent...
Diesel prices reach record highs in Europe as well
Diesel prices have reached record highs across Europe due to geopolitical tensions and conflict in the Middle East. Various countries, including Germany and Slovenia, are implementing interventions su...
Zoë (16) writes poetry collection about school struggles: "How do you explain this to people?"
Sixteen-year-old Zoë has published a poetry collection documenting the intense social and performance pressures she faced as a student at an Amsterdam high school. The book, titled De Grote Deuren, o...
Tree at Dam tot Damloop festival site in danger of falling
An entrance to the Dam tot Dam Park in Zaandam was closed on Sunday because a tree was at risk of falling. Firefighters were dispatched to the site to secure the area, and race participants were redir...
Paul Haenen quits role of Bert in Sesame Street after 50 years: 'Ernie, I miss you'
Paul Haenen has retired from voicing Bert and Grover in the Dutch Sesame Street after fifty years, citing the death of his long-time colleague and voice of Ernie, Wim Schippers, as the primary reason....
Have you seen Billie, Charlie or Gandalf? These six pets are missing in Haarlem
Six cats, including those named Billie, Charlie, and Gandalf, have been reported missing in various locations across Haarlem during the past week. Owners and the tracking organization Amivedi are seek...
Was Excelsior robbed in the final minutes against Ajax? ‘In my opinion, it’s a 100 percent penalty’
Excelsior players felt robbed of a potential victory after a late-match incident involving a high boot to the face of Irakli Yegoian went unpenalized by the referee and VAR. The match against Ajax end...
Painting and sharing experiences: this Sip & Paint is specially for grieving young people
Club Rauw is hosting a Sip & Paint event on September 26 in Amsterdam for young adults aged 20 to 35 who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Founded by Merel Beks, the community aims to provide ...
Mysterious contents of opened jar from Palmwood Wreck baffle scientists
Researchers in Amsterdam have opened a rare, sealed seventeenth-century jug recovered from the Palmwood Wreck, which contained an unexpected metallic-like substance. Scientists are currently conductin...
Climate change is actually beneficial for urban vineyard: "We can harvest twice now"
The Wijn van Bret urban vineyard in Amsterdam is experiencing a successful harvest season due to favorable climate conditions. The vineyard now expects to produce around 700 bottles of wine annually, ...
The Greenhouse | The Netherlands makes a good impression abroad with vague climate plan
The Netherlands has published an official plan to phase out fossil fuels by 2050, receiving international recognition as a policy leader. Domestically, however, the report is being criticized for lack...
Beautiful running weather, Indian summer coming next week
The fortieth Dam tot Damloop is set to take place with favorable weather conditions, featuring sunny intervals and temperatures around 19 degrees. While moderate winds are expected during the race, th...
Joy, vertical football and a touch of Farioli; why Ajax is on the mend
Despite a 2-2 draw against Excelsior, Ajax is showing signs of structural improvement under coach Míchel Sánchez. The team is developing a more vertical playing style and a renewed sense of enjoymen...
Why does Amsterdam have such a big crack problem? And five other questions
Amsterdam is grappling with increased public nuisance caused by crack users, a problem that experts attribute to the drug's addictive nature and a lack of effective medical treatment options. City off...