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.
ASML makes a staggeringly large contribution to our earning capacity: how dependent does the Netherlands want to be on the company?
ASML has become a massive economic force and the largest employer in the Brainport region. This success has sparked a public debate regarding the potential risks of the Netherlands becoming overly dep...
78-year-old cyclist dies after collision with car in Sloterdijk earlier this month
A 78-year-old cyclist has died following a collision with a car that occurred on July 5 in the Sloterdijk neighborhood of Amsterdam. Police are currently investigating the circumstances of the inciden...
Pedal to the metal! Pay the least at this gas station in Haarlem
Fuel prices in the Netherlands remain high, with an average cost of 2.232 euros per liter for Euro95 gasoline. A recent study by Independer highlights that these prices fluctuate daily and vary signif...
Spanish fans celebrate as country dethrones reigning world champion
Spain secured its second World Cup title after defeating Argentina 1-0 in a tense final decided by an extra-time goal from Ferran Torres. Hundreds of enthusiastic fans gathered in Amsterdam to watch t...
Online supermarket Picnic turns a profit in the Netherlands for the first time in ten years
Online supermarket Picnic has achieved profitability in the Netherlands for the first time in ten years. However, the company is expected to report an overall loss for 2025 due to significant investme...
New radio station TalkRadio reads news 24 hours a day using AI
The new radio station TalkRadio, launched on Monday, provides 24-hour news coverage using artificial intelligence-generated voices. Creator Richard Otto developed the station to fill a gap in the mark...
PAAZ director De Clercq leaves DAFF following criticism of the Kalveren voting procedure
Director Anne de Clercq has resigned from the Dutch Academy for Film (DAFF). She left the organization due to her public criticism regarding the pre-selection process for the Gouden Kalveren film awar...
Dutch business sector joins forces to hire 13,500 refugees
Large Dutch companies associated with the Tent Nederland coalition hired 13,500 status holders and asylum seekers last year. These positions included both permanent roles and temporary employment cont...
Majority of House of Representatives fed up with Ongehoord Nederland: broadcaster no longer belongs in public system
A majority of the Dutch House of Representatives has expressed that the broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland no longer belongs in the public broadcasting system. Political parties including D66, VVD, CDA, ...
Damen at risk of losing another major order: Belgium seeks different builder for frigates
Shipbuilder Damen, based in Vlissingen, faces the loss of a multi-billion euro contract after the Belgian Minister of Defence announced plans to seek an alternative manufacturer for two frigates. This...
Heatwaves hardly lead to staff absenteeism
Despite warnings from unions regarding the health risks of working in high temperatures, employees in sectors such as construction and hospitality are largely unaffected by heatwaves. Most employers h...
Tens of thousands of Magic card game fans at the RAI: It is a bit nerdy
The international MagicCon festival is taking place this weekend at the RAI in Amsterdam, drawing approximately 20,000 Magic: The Gathering fans from around the world. The event features intense card ...
Weesp now has a Pride boat parade too: "I used to feel like the only gay in the village"
The town of Weesp celebrated its first Pride boat parade, featuring a small procession of boats to promote visibility and acceptance. Organizers from the Rainbow Weesp foundation held the event to ali...
One injured in stabbing near Johan Cruijff Arena, suspect arrested
A man was injured following a stabbing incident near the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam shortly after midnight. Police have arrested a suspect for questioning, though the motive for the attack remai...
Ipswich Town targets Dutch double swoop in goal: Kjell Scherpen could return to Premier League
Ipswich Town is looking to sign two Dutch goalkeepers, Kayne van Oevelen from Volendam and Kjell Scherpen from Union St. Gillis. The Premier League club is actively pursuing both players during the cu...
Have you seen Motya, Elza or Dozie? These 15 pets are missing in Haarlem
Fifteen pets have been reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Local residents are being urged to keep an eye out for animals such as Motya, Elza, and Dozie.
Father of deceased cyclist Nina starts petition for safety of De Ronde Hoep cycling route
The father of a 21-year-old cyclist who died in a collision with a tractor on the De Ronde Hoep route has launched a petition calling for improved traffic safety. He is urging local authorities to imp...
The Netherlands is adding ten power substations a day and they are looking increasingly stylish
The number of electrical transformer houses in the Netherlands is increasing by ten per day to meet rising energy demands. As these facilities become more common, there is a growing emphasis on improv...
More people moved to Haarlem from abroad than left
Last year, 39 more people moved to Haarlem from abroad than left the city, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The largest group of new arrivals consisted of 235 individuals from Ukraine.
Top US scientist seeks refuge in the Netherlands: 'I'm not going back'
American astronomer Kelly Holley-Bockelmann has relocated to the Netherlands after leaving her position at Vanderbilt University due to concerns over the Trump administration's policies toward science...
Pink banknotes and unity during Pride Haarlem: "Too special to spend"
The third edition of Pride Haarlem featured a large Pride March and community festivities centered around the theme of unity. A unique highlight of the event was the introduction of specially designed...
Psychotic man attempts to kill housemate with extreme violence: no prison time, receives treatment instead
A 32-year-old man who attempted to kill his roommate with a knife during a psychosis will not face imprisonment. The court ruled the man was not fully accountable due to schizophrenia and ordered him ...
Banning products from illegal Israeli settlements is (desired) symbolism
The Netherlands intends to ban products originating from Israeli settlements in the West Bank. While European consensus remains elusive, practical challenges regarding the identification and labeling ...
Nature club loses everything in fire: I feel like a part of me is missing, like I've been amputated
A fire at a storage shed in Amsterdam's Sportpark Middenmeer has destroyed all equipment belonging to the volunteer nature organization 'Natuur, je beste buur'. Coordinator Els de Vos reported that es...
Ajax wins final exhibition match before start of European campaign, strong performance by Daley Blind
Ajax defeated Olympiakos 1-0 in their final friendly match before facing FK Vojvodina in the Conference League qualification round. Daley Blind delivered a strong performance during the victory.
Ajax beats Olympiakos following late goal from substitute Oliver Edvardsen
Ajax defeated Olympiakos 1-0 in a friendly match held at Sportpark de Toekomst. Substitute Oliver Edvardsen scored the decisive goal late in the game to secure the victory for the Dutch side.
Reality series about Frans, Gerard and Wolter: we love watching folk singers
Dutch singers Frans Bauer, Gerard Joling, and Wolter Kroes are opening up their private lives to camera crews for new reality series. The show aims to connect with viewers by highlighting the ordinary...
Large fire with heavy smoke in Amsterdam-Slotervaart apartment
A large fire broke out this afternoon in an apartment complex on Nachtwachtlaan in Amsterdam-Slotervaart. While the fire is now under control, emergency services advised nearby residents to keep doors...
Large fire with heavy smoke at Slotervaart apartment
A large fire broke out this afternoon in an apartment building on Nachtwachtlaan in the Slotervaart neighborhood of Amsterdam. Emergency services responded to the scene, and while no injuries have bee...
Cost of mobile data while traveling drops due to new eSIM providers
The rise of travel e-SIM providers is increasing competition and driving down roaming costs for mobile internet outside the EU. These digital alternatives are now offering larger data bundles and more...