Netherlands News in English
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Ajax confirms arrival of experienced defender Thilo Kehrer
Ajax has signed experienced German international defender Thilo Kehrer on a one-year loan from AS Monaco to strengthen their defensive options. The 29-year-old becomes the club's tenth summer signing,...
Children aged 12 and under can attend youth performances for free at Stadsschouwburg Haarlem
Stadsschouwburg Haarlem is offering free tickets to children aged 12 and under for two youth performances, Contra and Robin Hood, this year. The initiative seeks to make theater more accessible to you...
37 reports made to the municipality last week regarding construction in Haarlem and other issues
The municipality of Haarlem processed 37 permit applications and notifications last week, primarily involving residential construction projects like dormers and extensions. The filings also included t...
Two injured in hospital after traffic accident on Piet Heinkade
A pedestrian and a motor scooter driver were seriously injured in a traffic accident on the Piet Heinkade in Amsterdam-Oost late yesterday evening. Emergency services, including a medical team, transp...
Coronavirus committee questions Kajsa Ollongren, Grapperhaus to appear later today
Former ministers Ferd Grapperhaus and Kajsa Ollongren provided second testimonies to the parliamentary committee investigating the Dutch government's COVID-19 response. The hearings revealed internal ...
Grapperhaus praises Rutte, but texts reveal 'autocratic' PM 'really made mistakes' during pandemic
Former Justice Minister Ferd Grapperhaus testified before a parliamentary inquiry, praising Mark Rutte while leaked messages revealed his private criticism of the prime minister's autocratic tendencie...
Former minister Grapperhaus was 'quite exhausted' at the end of the COVID-19 pandemic
Former Justice Minister Ferd Grapperhaus testified before a parliamentary committee investigating the COVID-19 pandemic, where leaked text messages revealed he used derogatory language toward colleagu...
Consumers' Association calls TikTok Shop products disappointing
The Dutch Consumers' Association has reported disappointing product quality from TikTok Shop, citing concerns over the safety and functionality of items like power adapters and earbuds. While delivery...
Vote at the Stopera at 12:30 PM: Oostbrug cost explosion and what to do with data centers?
The Amsterdam city council is debating the significant cost overrun of the Oostbrug project amid allegations that former alderman Melanie van der Horst withheld financial information from the council....
Up to 1,300 construction projects risk coming to a halt after suspension of inspector
Up to 1,300 construction projects in the Netherlands are at risk of being halted after the suspension of a major quality assurance agency. Municipalities are required to stop ongoing work until a new ...
Omroep MAX also refuses to host Eurovision participation: 'Does not fit us'
Omroep MAX has declined to organize Dutch participation in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, aligning with other major broadcasters that have refused to take over after AVROTROS stepped down. Jan Slag...
Number of divorces falls in Haarlem, but less sharply than nationwide
The number of divorces in Haarlem has decreased since 2018, though this decline is slower than the national average in the Netherlands. Recent data highlights a trend toward older couples ending their...
Jumbo recalls more cheeses due to potential listeria contamination
Jumbo has expanded its recall of certain cheese products due to the potential presence of the listeria bacterium. The supermarket chain advises customers to return the affected items, as listeria pose...
43-year-old TikToker suspected of three counts of attempted manslaughter after stabbing at Central Station
A 43-year-old TikTok influencer is facing three counts of attempted manslaughter following a stabbing incident near Amsterdam Central Station on Saturday. The altercation left four people injured, inc...
NPO tries to reach young people: If you are not in their timeline, you do not exist
The Dutch public broadcaster NPO is prioritizing digital platforms and social media to reach younger audiences who have shifted away from traditional linear television. By investing in engaging, humor...
European packaging rules corner online stores: Renske only delivers in the Netherlands for now
Online toy shop owner Renske Oomen-Christianen has suspended international shipments from her business, Piece of Play, due to new European packaging regulations. Despite international demand, she will...
Gasoline at the pump has never been more expensive: recommended price for Wednesday breaks record
The recommended price for gasoline in the Netherlands is set to reach a record high of 2.67 euros per liter this Wednesday due to rising oil prices caused by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. ...
Former chief investigator of ombudsman suspected of violating official secrecy and computer hacking
Bernadette Verheggen, the former chief investigator for the Amsterdam ombudsman, is facing allegations of computer hacking and violating official secrecy. The investigation relates to the suspected le...
Former alderman Van Dantzig convicted of driving under the influence of drugs
Former Amsterdam alderman Reinier van Dantzig has been fined 1500 euros for driving under the influence of multiple drugs. He was caught by police near Alkmaar after attending a festival, a mistake he...
Leaked budget meant to woo opposition, but Jetten faces rejection
Leaked budget plans aimed at courting opposition support for the Jetten cabinet have been rejected by key political figures. Despite these efforts, the cabinet continues to face resistance, complicati...
Hearing on squatted school building: can squatters stay?
Squatters occupying a former school building in Zwanenburg are challenging a municipality-led eviction order in court. They argue that the planned demolition is premature because mandatory environment...
Ajax: customer data stolen in hack of logistics partner
Ajax confirmed that customer data was stolen following a security breach at its logistics partner, CEVA, affecting those who placed orders after January 1, 2024. While no payment details were compromi...
Willem-Alexander, Máxima and Beatrix attend funeral of Norwegian King Harald
King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and Princess Beatrix will travel to Oslo to attend the funeral of King Harald of Norway, who passed away at 89. The royal family has cleared their schedule to att...
King and Queen joined again by all their daughters on Prinsjesdag
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima were joined by all three of their daughters for the annual Prinsjesdag ceremony. The event featured the traditional Speech from the Throne, where the King outlin...
39-year-old woman infected with West Nile virus in Amsterdam region
A 39-year-old woman in the Amsterdam region has contracted the West Nile virus and developed meningitis. Health authorities confirm the infection was locally acquired, though they stress that the risk...
Film Voor de meisjes wins Golden Calf Audience Award 2026
Voor de meisjes has won the 2026 Golden Calf Audience Award, having outperformed other major releases with 324,000 ticket sales. The film follows two couples facing a crisis during a vacation and has ...
Smaller budget cuts not enough for PRO and unions, strikes to continue
Dutch labor unions are proceeding with nationwide strikes after rejecting the government's partial reversal of planned social security cuts. Major disruptions are expected on September 9th as public t...
IKEA lowers prices of more than five hundred products in the Netherlands
IKEA is reducing prices on more than five hundred items in the Netherlands as part of a 1.2 billion euro European investment to improve affordability. The phased price cuts focus on popular furniture ...
HBO Max and Videoland join forces with cheaper bundle
HBO Max and Videoland have introduced a new discounted subscription bundle in the Netherlands, allowing customers to access both services at a reduced monthly rate. The initiative aims to provide bett...
Search operation in Overveen dunes involved missing 47-year-old from Haarlem
A 47-year-old man from Haarlem remains missing after last being seen on Sunday evening. Police and the Veteran Search Team recently conducted a search operation in the Overveen and Bloemendaal dune ar...