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.
Boy (17) arrested after 400 weapons found in home
A 17-year-old boy was arrested in Amsterdam after police discovered approximately 400 illegal weapons, including pepper spray, brass knuckles, and tasers, inside a residence. The investigation was tri...
Chess Grandmaster Jan Timman dies at 74
Renowned Dutch chess grandmaster Jan Timman has died at the age of 74 following a long illness, according to the Royal Dutch Chess Federation (KNSB). During the 1980s and 1990s, Timman was one of the ...
350-euro washing machines, fresh durian and maybe a Rolex: Chinese giant aims to conquer the Dutch market
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com is planning to expand its presence in the Dutch market, posing a significant threat to local retailers like Bol.com and Coolblue. Retail expert John Lin predicts the co...
Heritage of the Week | 18th-century cellar dwelling
Archaeologists discovered the remains of an 18th-century basement dwelling within a building on the Noordermarkt. Beneath this structure, they also uncovered a floor dating back to the 17th century.
Man stabbed in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, police searching for suspect
Two men, aged 51 and 55, were injured and subsequently arrested following a stabbing incident on Anna Blamansingel in Amsterdam-Zuidoost on Wednesday night. While one victim was hospitalized in consci...
February Strike commemoration: 'Stand in solidarity with the hard-hit Jewish people'
The 1941 February Strike will be commemorated on Wednesday, February 25, to honor the historic act of resistance against the persecution of the Jewish people during World War II. The event serves as a...
When Lil’ Kleine sees hooded men with weapons at his door, he makes a run for it: ‘I was covered in blood’
Dutch rapper Lil’ Kleine was targeted in a violent robbery at his home along an Amsterdam canal by armed men in hoodies. According to recently released footage, the artist fought back against the as...
Fishmonger at wits' end: stall area plagued by rats but health services say little can be done
Renger Debens, owner of the "De Nieuwe Vangst" fish stall in Amsterdam, is struggling with a severe rat infestation that is causing the ground to sink and damaging his stall's structure. While local h...
Online friendships are real friendships, youth play In Real Life aims to show parents
The theater production "In Real Life" (IRL) by De Toneelmakerij aims to bridge the generational gap by showing parents that online friendships formed through gaming are genuine and significant. The pl...
'The Other Side of Amsterdam' is the name of the show – but which side is that?
The television program "De andere kant van Amsterdam" recently highlighted the devastating New Year's Eve fire at the historic Vondelkerk and the subsequent plans for its restoration. Architect André...
New cabinet cuts benefits: how the plans hit the long-term sick
The new Dutch cabinet’s proposed budget cuts will reduce benefits for fully incapacitated employees by up to 270 euros per month. Additional austerity measures could potentially increase these losse...
Dozens of flights at Schiphol cancelled as a precaution due to winter weather
Airlines have preemptively cancelled approximately 100 flights at Schiphol Airport due to expected winter weather conditions. These cancellations primarily affect European destinations and were made a...
Patrick Kluivert and Jordi Cruijff open Cruyff Court in neighborhood where he grew up
Former football star Patrick Kluivert, joined by Ajax technical director Jordi Cruijff, officially opened a new Cruyff Court in the Amsterdam-Noord neighborhood where he grew up. Kluivert expressed pr...
Billions in profits for Dutch banks, yet checking account fees are rising: why is that?
Major Dutch banks ING, Rabobank, and ABN Amro reported record annual profits last year, drawing public criticism as service fees for checking accounts continue to rise while savings interest remains l...
Halsema lashes out at British police over claim about shared information on Maccabi fans
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has criticized the West Midlands Police for falsely claiming that their decision to bar Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match was based on intelligence provided...
Council members react to polls: "The campaign has begun!"
A recent poll for the Amsterdam municipal elections shows PvdA and GroenLinks competing for the lead, while the VVD faces a decline and local parties struggle to secure seats. City council members rea...
After Henny’s (58) unexpected death, Willem opens her dream shop: ‘In that world she felt safe’
Following the unexpected death of 58-year-old Henny Christophersen, her husband Willem is opening a dollhouse shop in Lochem to honor her memory. Henny, who owned 40 dollhouses, found solace in the mi...
Security cameras to tackle persistent youth nuisance in Hoofddorp shopping area
The Haarlemmermeer municipality will install surveillance cameras at the Vier Meren shopping center in Hoofddorp next month to combat persistent youth nuisance, including theft, brawls, and a recent s...
Train stations under the microscope: how passengers rate the stations in Haarlem
Nearly 84,000 travelers participated in a survey over the past year to rate 393 Dutch train stations on their quality and facilities. The resulting ranking highlights passenger satisfaction levels acr...
KNVB fines Telstar for fireworks: club accepts punishment
The KNVB has fined Telstar 7,500 euros for a fireworks incident that occurred during a home match against Excelsior on November 1. The football club from Velsen-Zuid has accepted the penalty.
Nabil Aoulad Ayad was addicted and didn't finish school – but then discovered beatboxing
Dutch comedian Nabil Aoulad Ayad is premiering his new show, "Started from the bottom," which chronicles his journey from a troubled youth to a successful entertainer. Despite early struggles with dru...
Children on their mother (90) with dementia: ‘She smelled of urine, but forcing help was not allowed’
Brothers Vincent and Frank Volmer are expressing powerlessness regarding their 90-year-old mother, who suffers from dementia and incontinence but refuses professional help. Despite her deteriorating h...
Coffee with Erik Bobeldijk (1 World 1 Future): "Not living at the expense of our children and grandchildren"
Erik Bobeldijk, a former SP councilor, has launched the new political party "1 Wereld 1 Toekomst" to contest the upcoming municipal elections in Amsterdam. The party focuses on addressing global issue...
Cyclists and pedestrians happy: new bridge over Leidsevaart in Bloemendaal opens
Alderman Thessa van der Windt officially opened a new bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the Leidsevaart in Vogelenzang on Wednesday, replacing the unsafe Stationsbrug that was removed 18 months ago. ...
Vodafone sells stake in VodafoneZiggo, Ziggo to list in Amsterdam in 2027
British telecom company Vodafone has agreed to sell its 50% stake in the Dutch joint venture VodafoneZiggo to its partner Liberty Global for €1 billion in cash. VodafoneZiggo will be integrated into...
Heated Stek Oost debate ends in motion of censure supported only by part of the opposition
Amsterdam city councilors Zita Pels and Rutger Groot Wassink faced an interpellation debate on Wednesday regarding safety concerns at Stek Oost, a housing complex for refugees and young starters. Oppo...
From Sinterklaas arrival to neighborhood parties: 2.5 million euros for events in 2026
The city has allocated over 2.5 million euros in subsidies for events across Amsterdam and Weesp scheduled for 2026. These funds will support a wide range of activities, from large-scale traditions li...
PvdA, GroenLinks and D66 neck-and-neck in poll a month before municipal elections
A recent poll for the Amsterdam municipal elections shows PvdA, GroenLinks, and D66 in a neck-and-neck race, with PvdA currently leading at 17.8% of the projected vote. While the VVD and BIJ1 are expe...
Police arrest driver under the influence after hit-and-runs in Zwaanshoek
A 36-year-old man from Haarlem was arrested in Zwaanshoek after causing multiple collisions while driving under the influence. Police responded to reports of the suspect hitting several vehicles at hi...
War hero Tuinman was no ordinary state secretary: ‘They found that terrifying here’
Gijs Tuinman is stepping down as the Dutch State Secretary of Defense this Monday, marking the end of a tenure characterized by his transition from a decorated war hero to a political leader. Civil se...