Netherlands News in English
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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...
Gert had been director of his family business for years, then he was done: 'There had to be more in the world'
After decades as the director of his family business, 58-year-old Gert decided to resign to travel and explore new experiences. He shared his story of taking on various side jobs in the Netherlands to...
Police believe missing crew member of sunken tugboat in harbor has died
Emergency services have shifted from a rescue to a recovery operation after a push boat sank in Amsterdam's Coenhaven, with the missing crew member presumed deceased. Authorities, including the labor ...
Why the local fireworks shows are not happening, and why politicians knew it all along
Proposed local firework shows, intended to offer an alternative to a national fireworks ban in the Netherlands, are failing to materialize. Members of Parliament had previously warned that these local...
GTST under fire after cliffhanger: 'Unfair to compare with 20 years ago'
The Dutch soap opera Goede Tijden, Slechte Tijden is facing renewed criticism regarding its relevance and investment potential following a disappointing cliffhanger performance. Critics are debating w...
Undocumented man may not be evicted from shelter: "No good alternative"
A court has ruled that a Ghanaian man with schizophrenia can remain in his supported housing facility in Amsterdam for now, despite his expired residence permit. The judge determined that evicting him...
The great Amsterdam festival guide for 2026: where you want to go this summer
This article provides a comprehensive guide to the summer festival season in Amsterdam for 2026. It highlights a variety of events, including techno, theater, and music performances, to help residents...
Martin Garrix announces new single with U2 at Tomorrowland
Dutch DJ Martin Garrix announced his new collaborative single 'Fire Flies' with U2 during his performance at Tomorrowland in Antwerp on July 24. The track was debuted live on stage with an appearance ...
Screen Time | Teenagers recreate the Netherlands in Minecraft: 'It will never be finished'
In the 'Schermtijd' column, tech reporter Rutger Otto discusses a long-term project where teenagers are attempting to recreate the Netherlands within the game Minecraft. The endeavor has been ongoing ...
Cees Geel's family opens digital condolence register for work memories
The family of actor Cees Geel, who passed away earlier this week, has opened a digital condolence register. They are inviting the public to share memories of Geel and his professional work on this pla...
Reselling your own solar power could be a solution to the end of net metering, but it's not taking off
Reselling surplus solar energy to others was proposed as a solution to the upcoming expiration of the net metering scheme in the Netherlands. However, the implementation is failing to gain momentum du...
Underwater concert at Marnixbad: "Almost a meditative experience"
Visitors at the Marnixbad in Amsterdam are attending a unique underwater concert created by Pak Yan Lau, Thomas Jaspers, and Herman van den Muijsenberg. Inspired by a 48-year-old performance by Max Ne...
More first-time buyers use starter loans: 'Leads to higher prices'
The number of starter loans for first-time homebuyers in the Netherlands increased by 15 percent compared to the previous year. While these loans help young people enter the housing market, experts wa...
Power grid vulnerable to cyberattack: 'Not a matter of if, but when'
Experts warn that the Dutch power grid is vulnerable to cyberattacks, which could lead to large-scale outages. Both major energy producers and consumer devices are considered potential targets, with o...
Ajax increasingly hopeful of signing Moroccan World Cup star Azzedine Ounahi
Ajax is showing increasing interest in signing Moroccan World Cup standout Azzedine Ounahi from Girona. The midfielder is reportedly keen on a reunion with his former Girona coach, Michel, who is now ...
Man shot in leg at home in Zuidoost, arrest team called out
A man was shot in the leg at a residence on Hofgeest in the Zuidoost district of Amsterdam around 21:45. The victim was transported to the hospital while the police, supported by a specialized interve...
Second Zwarte Cross stuntman breaks ankle, festival cancels human catapult
The Zwarte Cross festival in the Netherlands has discontinued its human catapult act after two stuntmen suffered injuries in separate incidents. Following a concussion on Thursday and a broken ankle o...
300 of 950 jobs cut at Healthcare and Youth Care Inspectorate: 'Tough choices'
The Health and Youth Care Inspectorate (IGJ) in the Netherlands is cutting 300 out of its 950 jobs due to budget reductions. Inspector-General Monique Vogelzang stated that the organization will need ...
Why the fashion calendar is stalling due to longer heatwaves in the Netherlands
Clothing retailers in the Netherlands are struggling to keep up with consumer demand for summer apparel due to longer heatwaves. The misalignment between seasonal stock and current weather patterns is...
An analog film on 70 millimeter: "The most beautiful medium we ever invented"
The Eye Filmmuseum in Amsterdam is currently screening the film 'The Odyssey' in both 35mm and 70mm analog formats to provide viewers with a unique, high-clarity cinematic experience. Film expert Adri...
Ajax pays nearly 20 million for Brazilian striker: ‘We have been charmed by him for a long time’
Ajax has officially signed 23-year-old Brazilian striker Marcos Leonardo from the Saudi club Al-Hilal for nearly 20 million euros. The player has signed a five-year contract with the Amsterdam-based c...
Giant parakeet overlooks Overhoeks: "Ode to all odd birds"
A seven-meter-tall statue of a rose-ringed parakeet, created by artist Teun Castelein, has been installed in the Overhoeks district of Amsterdam to celebrate the city's diverse and migratory nature. T...
Fernando had bullets fired through his door, but they weren't meant for him: "Who is Achie the Somali?"
A Brazilian man and his wife were terrified when their home in Amsterdam was shot at by mistake, as the perpetrator intended to target someone named 'Achie the Somali.' The police confirmed the reside...
Fire on roof terrace of home on Borneo island
A fire broke out on the rooftop terrace of a house on Borneo Island in Amsterdam this afternoon. Firefighters quickly brought the blaze under control, though significant damage was reported and the ca...
Record number of children in Haarlem skip school to go on vacation early
Last year, 145 students in Haarlem missed school because their parents took them on vacation outside of official school holidays. This unauthorized absence resulted in 23 fines being issued by the Edu...
New in Amsterdam: Tamar (25) opens a pink Korean beauty shop
Tamar, a 25-year-old entrepreneur, has opened a new Korean beauty store on Heiligeweg in Amsterdam. The shop features a distinctive pink interior and organizes its beauty products according to specifi...
18-year-old suspect in Southeast shooting arrested in Delft
An 18-year-old man from Deventer has been arrested in Delft in connection with a shooting that left one person injured near the Kraaiennest metro station in Amsterdam Zuidoost on Monday evening. The p...
Defense personnel receive significant 6.5 percent pay raise
Military and civilian personnel at the Dutch Ministry of Defence will receive a 6.5 percent salary increase starting September 1, with an additional 2 percent raise planned for 2028. This measure is i...