Netherlands News in English
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Fire in thatched-roof home in Aalsmeer, possible lightning strike
A fire broke out in the thatched roof of a 19th-century former farmhouse in Aalsmeer on Tuesday afternoon, likely caused by a lightning strike. Firefighters are using aerial platforms to battle the bl...
Olav Mol and Jack Plooij to preview Formula 1 for KIJK
Olav Mol and Jack Plooij are returning to television to provide Formula 1 race previews for Talpa's platform KIJK. The duo's return was announced by Talpa on Friday, marking their comeback to F1 broad...
'Replica' of Golden Coach drives through the Jordaan: "Nice that there's a dachshund on it"
Artist Riny Assink paraded his hand-built replica of the Golden Coach through Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood to honor the area's historical connection to the original royal carriage. The replica, wh...
New homes from old buildings: alternative financing gains ground
Converting vacant buildings into housing offers a fast solution to the housing shortage, but developers often struggle to secure traditional financing. This challenge has led to the rise of alternativ...
Run, coffee, croissant and DJ set. Beverwijk bakery hosts social run. 'We hope to become very big through this'
La petite boulangerie in Beverwijk is launching a social run event that combines a group jog with coffee, croissants, and a DJ set. Inspired by popular trends in larger cities, the bakery aims to grow...
Code orange in the east due to severe thunderstorms
The KNMI has issued a code orange warning for the eastern Netherlands due to the local risk of severe thunderstorms. These storms are expected to bring large hail, heavy wind gusts, and significant ra...
Water board tax to double by 2050: Can the bill be shared more fairly?
Water board taxes in the Netherlands are projected to double by 2050 due to rising operational costs. This increase has sparked discussions on whether the tax burden can be redistributed more equitabl...
Why the House is finally turning against Lidewij de Vos
The Dutch House of Representatives has experienced intense debates and rising tensions as members revolt against Lidewij de Vos. These political developments in The Hague occurred during a week of hig...
Máxima completes first part of military training: 'An example to many'
Queen Máxima has completed the first phase of her military training as a reservist for the Dutch Ministry of Defence. She received her beret during a ceremony in Breda on Friday afternoon, where the ...
Cabinet 'impressed' by citizens' climate advice, but sets half aside
The Dutch cabinet has responded to recommendations from the Climate Citizens' Assembly, adopting dozens of suggestions while rejecting about half of the proposals. Key rejected measures include a CO2 ...
Cooling off in Amsterdam: where to swim in hot weather
As summer temperatures rise, Amsterdam offers various locations for residents and visitors to cool off by swimming. The city features several outdoor pools and official swimming spots designated for p...
Number of tourist overnight stays rises again to 23.7 million
Amsterdam recorded a new high of 23.7 million tourist overnight stays in 2025, surpassing the city's self-imposed cap of 20 million. Although the growth rate is slowing, the municipality anticipates n...
Number of tourist overnight stays increases again to 23.7 million
Tourist overnight stays in Amsterdam reached a record 23.7 million in 2025, exceeding the city's self-imposed limit of 20 million. Residents have initiated a lawsuit against the municipality for faili...
Leontine Ruiters resumes work after car accident
Dutch personality Leontine Ruiters has returned to work following a car accident on Ibiza involving her and her daughter Jada. Despite suffering bruised ribs and several bruises, Ruiters is continuing...
Central Station renovation in full swing: second worn-out railway bridge replaced
ProRail has successfully installed the second of five replacement railway bridges at Amsterdam Central Station, marking a key milestone in the station's large-scale renovation. The original structures...
Stacks of Donald Ducks or books on Golden Earring and Heemskerk: PKN book sale proceeds for Reigershoeve residents. 'A nice little gift for your granddaughter'
The Protestant Church in Heemskerk is hosting a book market in the local Dorpskerk to raise funds for the Reigershoeve care facility. Visitors can purchase a variety of items, including comics and bio...
Singer Kehlani coming to Ziggo Dome in December
American singer Kehlani is scheduled to perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on December 6. The concert announcement was made by promoter MOJO on Friday as part of the singer's visit to the Netherla...
More female status holders must find work: special approach in municipalities
The Dutch cabinet is launching a targeted initiative in ten municipalities to help female status holders find employment more quickly. This approach aims to improve labor market participation among wo...
Two men arrested after attack in Goethartstraat Zaandam, police seek witnesses
Police arrested two men from Zaanstad following a violent attack on a person in Goethartstraat, Zaandam, on Thursday night. The incident occurred around 11:30 PM, and authorities are currently seeking...
Four witnesses questioned over violence after Telstar-FC Den Bosch match: ‘I am being portrayed as an organized hooligan in the police investigation’
An investigative judge in Haarlem will hear four additional witnesses regarding mass violence that followed a football match between Telstar and FC Den Bosch last year. The decision comes during the t...
Group vandalizes Mevlana Mosque in Rotterdam
A group of six individuals committed acts of vandalism at the Mevlana Mosque in Rotterdam-West while people were inside the building. The police reported that the incident occurred while the mosque wa...
Inquiry hearings with Arib and Van Dissel next week
The parliamentary inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic will continue next week with public hearings featuring former House Speaker Khadija Arib, Jaap van Dissel, and Pieter-Jaap Aalbersberg. These sessi...
Take grandpa or grandma out for dinner for free? Soon possible in Haarlem
On Thursday, June 4th, Haarlem will celebrate Grandparents' Day by offering free meals for elderly residents when they are accompanied to local restaurants. This initiative encourages people to take t...
Construction plan for 88 homes on Koekoeksbloem one step closer
The Castricum city council has unanimously approved a zoning change for the Koekoeksbloem site, moving the development project forward. This decision paves the way for the construction of 88 new homes...
De Achterklap Podcast | Anger over drug documentary and 'AI presenter' Kids Top 20
The Achterklap Podcast discusses controversy surrounding the introduction of an AI presenter for the Kids Top 20 program. Additionally, a new documentary about youth drug use is sparking significant p...
This is why COVID inquiry chair Daan De Kort is wearing an earpiece
Daan de Kort, the chairman of the Dutch parliamentary inquiry committee into the COVID-19 pandemic, explained why he wears an earpiece during public hearings. He addressed the topic on Friday after re...
Labor Inspectorate closes two souvenir shops for repeated violations
The Dutch Labor Inspection has closed two souvenir shops in Amsterdam's city center for one month after the owner repeatedly failed to track employee working hours. Despite previous fines totaling 21,...
Emergency ordinance in Zandvoort all weekend: 'Immediate action against nuisance'
The municipality of Zandvoort has implemented an emergency ordinance for the weekend to allow police to act immediately against public disturbances following a series of violent incidents. The measure...
Cabinet working on solution for Ter Apel, possible tent camps on government land
The Dutch cabinet is considering setting up tent camps on government land to alleviate overcrowding at the asylum seeker registration center in Ter Apel. This measure is being evaluated as local munic...
Lecture at Heimanshof on the importance of drifting dunes
Ecologist Mark van Til from Waternet will deliver a lecture on the importance of shifting dunes on Sunday, June 7. The event will be hosted at the Heimanshof botanical garden.