Netherlands News in English
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COVID-19 inquiry of then-Deputy Prime Minister Schouten (CU)
The Dutch COVID-19 parliamentary inquiry is nearing completion, having recently examined former Deputy Prime Minister Carola Schouten regarding cabinet decision-making during the pandemic. Testimony a...
Committee cites text message about Rutte, Grapperhaus and De Jonge: ‘They are whitewashing themselves’
The parliamentary inquiry into the Dutch COVID-19 response has entered its final stage, focusing on internal cabinet friction and the dominance of a small decision-making core. Evidence presented incl...
Car set on fire in Haarlem, perpetrator flees
A car was set on fire on the Erasmuslaan in Haarlem late yesterday evening by an unidentified individual who fled the scene on a bicycle. Bystanders were able to limit the damage to the vehicle, and p...
Dutch tax authority goes on 'camel hunt' to tackle overcrowded offices on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Employers in the Netherlands are struggling with the 'Tuesday-Thursday economy' as staff increasingly prefer working in the office on these days while choosing remote work or leave for the rest of the...
The largest canal house in Amsterdam was home to the 'arms dealers for peace'
The Trip family, notable 17th-century merchants known as 'arms dealers for peace,' were among the wealthiest citizens in Amsterdam. Their former residence, an impressive city palace, is located at Klo...
International students ultimately contribute more money to the Netherlands
Research from the Centraal Planbureau indicates that international students provide a net positive financial contribution to the Netherlands through taxes and social premiums. While their arrival has ...
Final Zomergasten broadcast shows all 214 guests from the past 38 years
The Dutch television program Zomergasten has ended after 39 years, marking the occasion with a compilation of all 214 guests who have appeared since 1988. The show, which was cancelled due to public b...
Frederiek shadowed at Ukrainian military hospital: "Injuries I had never seen before"
Frederiek Roukens, a medical student from Amsterdam, recently volunteered at a military hospital in Kharkiv, Ukraine, where she provided intensive care to soldiers with severe combat injuries. After r...
Fixed energy contract now hundreds of euros more expensive due to high gas prices
Households in the Netherlands are experiencing a sharp increase in energy costs, with new fixed contracts costing nearly 600 euros more per year than in February. This price hike is largely attributed...
Ajax heads toward transfer chaos: ‘I hope we will soon have a squad that can compete for trophies’
Ajax secured a comfortable 4-0 victory against Telstar in a match held in Haarlem. Despite the win, the club faces a challenging final three days of the transfer window, with management aiming to fina...
Maaike (51) from Haarlem missing after natural disaster in Nepal
Maaike Moolhuijsen, a 51-year-old from Haarlem, is missing after severe flooding in Nepal killed hundreds and left thousands unaccounted for. She was traveling as part of a group tour, and her family ...
Residents anxious after two explosions at home in one day: "Unsettling feeling"
A home in Amsterdam-Osdorp was hit by two separate explosions within 24 hours, following an earlier failed attempt by a teenage suspect to damage the property. While no injuries were reported, the loc...
Budget talks head into the evening as time runs out
Coalition parties D66, VVD, and CDA are in urgent negotiations to finalize the national budget before the Monday deadline. The government is struggling to reconcile internal disagreements while simult...
Footballer Wout Weghorst engaged to childhood sweetheart Nikki van Esch: 'Yes'
Dutch international footballer Wout Weghorst has announced his engagement to his high school sweetheart, Nikki van Esch, following a proposal in Portugal. The couple, who share four daughters, have be...
Sewer pipe bursts in North: foul air, grey water and dead fish
A burst sewer pipe in Amsterdam-Noord has contaminated local waterways, resulting in foul odors and the death of fish. Authorities have repaired the pipe but warn that it may take several days for the...
Aalsmeer handballers win Supercup against eternal rivals Volendam
Aalsmeer defeated Volendam 37-28 in Wognum to win the Supercup, marking the ninth time the club has claimed the trophy. The victory sets the stage for both teams as they prepare to begin their respect...
LIVE Eredivisie | In-demand Youri Baas left out of Ajax starting XI against Telstar: Farioli's FC Porto eyeing defender
Ajax claimed a straightforward 0-4 win over Telstar in an away match, with Steven Berghuis providing a goal and two assists. The victory allows the team to gain momentum ahead of their upcoming high-s...
GL-Senate leader Rosenmöller (70) to step down after elections: 'Time to pass the baton'
Paul Rosenmöller, the leader of the Progressief Nederland faction in the Dutch Senate, will retire from politics after the elections in May 2027. The 70-year-old politician, who previously led GroenL...
Students borrow for student debt again: 'Investing was not the intention'
Recent data shows that 450,000 students in the Netherlands hold an average debt of 18,200 euros. Experts advise students to carefully budget their expenses and avoid using government loans for risky i...
Telstar look to upset Ajax at home • Amsterdammers without Amrabat
Ajax defeated Telstar 0-4 in a dominant away performance on August 30, 2026, with goals from Klaassen, Berghuis, Arokodare, and Leonardo. The result moves Ajax to fourth in the standings as they prepa...
All three of Claudia's (48) sons were born prematurely, only years later can she talk about it
Claudia, a 48-year-old mother, shares her personal journey of raising three sons who were all born prematurely. After many years, she is finally able to openly discuss the challenges and emotional tol...
Ajax reaches agreement with Werder Bremen on Youri Regeer, Carrizo also heading for the exit
Ajax has reached an agreement to loan midfielder Youri Regeer to Werder Bremen with an option to buy. Furthermore, the club is sending winger Maher Carrizo on loan to FC Kopenhagen to manage their ros...
Have you seen Coco, Goofy, or Braam? These 12 pets are missing in Haarlem
Twelve pets, including cats, a parrot, and a pigeon, have been reported missing across various neighborhoods in Haarlem over the last week. The list, compiled using data from the animal registration o...
Police investigate TikTok livestream following Amsterdam Central stabbing
Police are investigating a stabbing at Amsterdam Central Station that was inadvertently captured during a TikTok livestream. Four men were injured in the altercation, and a 43-year-old suspect from Na...
I expected it to be more impoverished: we took the controversial budget train to Germany and this is what we noticed
Budget train operator GoVolta has faced criticism following its announcement of low-cost rail travel to Berlin. A reporter tested the service, comparing the experience to the standard ICE trains to de...
The greenhouse | Regional products are not just fun for holidays
This article discusses the importance of supporting local, sustainable agriculture by prioritizing the origin and quality of food products over low prices. The author highlights that Dutch consumers c...
LIVE Eredivisie | Ajax visits Telstar following European match against Sion
Ajax defeated Telstar 0-4 in their latest Eredivisie encounter, with goals from Davy Klaassen, Steven Berghuis, Tolu Arokodare, and Marcos Leonardo. The victory serves as preparation for Ajax's upcomi...
New educational goals: even math teachers must focus on language
The Netherlands has introduced updated core educational objectives to combat declining literacy and numeracy skills among students. These new standards require all teachers, regardless of their subjec...
Damage to home in Amsterdam Nieuw-West after explosion
A home on the Professor R. Casimirstraat in Amsterdam-Osdorp was damaged by a series of explosions occurring between Friday and Saturday. Although a 16-year-old suspect was arrested for an initial att...
Ajax secures desired number six: Jordi Cruijff brings Sofyan Amrabat back to the Eredivisie
Ajax has signed Moroccan international Sofyan Amrabat on a free transfer until 2028 to fill their vacant number six position. The midfielder returns to the Eredivisie after stints at FC Utrecht and Fe...