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.
Political reporter Elodie on Mona Keijzer’s new party: How distinctive can she be on the right
Independent member of the House of Representatives Mona Keijzer is launching a new social-conservative movement called Project 2029. Following her departures from the CDA and BBB, Keijzer is scheduled...
No clean sheets for Ajax in European qualifiers: what needs to change in terms of play and personnel according to Míchel?
Ajax aims to secure a spot in the Conference League group stage by facing FC Sion tonight. Coach Míchel Sánchez is working to improve the team's defensive performance after conceding seven goals in ...
Margaret Versteden-van Duijn steps down after one year as CEO of Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall & Gall and receives promotion within Ahold Delhaize
Margaret Versteden-van Duijn will step down as CEO of Albert Heijn, Etos, and Gall & Gall after one year to take on a new leadership role as CEO of Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia. Her transition to...
Amsterdam puts new monuments on the map and in the picture
Amsterdam has added 88 new monuments and 5 protected townscapes to its registry. These sites are now featured on a digital map that provides historical details and stories about each location.
Wave of rental properties being sold off appears to be over
The trend of investors selling off rental properties in the Netherlands has slowed down, according to data from the Land Registry. This decline in market supply is particularly impacting first-time ho...
Without a ‘total deal’ by Budget Day, the cabinet is heading for mini-agreements
The Dutch minority cabinet is struggling to reach a comprehensive budget agreement with opposition parties ahead of Prinsjesdag. With time running out, the government currently faces the prospect of s...
ASML plays key role in doubling of Dutch chip industry
The Dutch semiconductor industry has doubled in revenue and employment over the past six years according to recent data from Statistics Netherlands. ASML is highlighted as a significant contributor to...
Even 3 weeks of healthier living helps: fewer complications after surgery for women with gynecological cancer
Women undergoing surgery for gynecological cancers such as ovarian, uterine, or vulvar cancer can reduce the risk of postoperative complications by adopting a healthier lifestyle. Research indicates t...
Silence surrounds Mysteryland: entrepreneurs miss out on income and await news
Local businesses near the Haarlemmermeerse Bos are experiencing a loss in revenue due to the cancellation of the Mysteryland festival this year. While organizers state that a new team is working on up...
Advisory council sounds major alarm: we are losing industry and thousands of jobs to China and the US
The Netherlands and the broader European region risk losing significant industry and thousands of jobs to China and the United States. In response, the Scientific Council for Government Policy advises...
Jumbo recalls brie and gorgonzola due to possible listeria contamination
Supermarket chain Jumbo has issued a recall for its private-label brie and gorgonzola cheeses due to potential listeria contamination. Customers are warned that consuming the products could lead to se...
Martien Meiland suffered a stroke after car accident: 'Everything turned out fine'
Reality television star Martien Meiland revealed he suffered a stroke following a car accident in April. Despite temporary loss of vision and speech, he has fully recovered after undergoing surgery.
Meteorologists look forward to weather satellite that detects thunderstorms sooner
European meteorologists are preparing for the launch of a new weather satellite on Thursday that will improve the detection of severe thunderstorms and dense fog. This mission is considered high-stake...
Are new nitrogen rules truly unfeasible? Desperate farmers fear ‘battlefield’
Farmer organizations in the Netherlands claim that new nitrogen regulations proposed by Minister Jaimi van Essen are unachievable for dairy farms, even among industry leaders. The Ministry of Agricult...
US company cancels acquisition of Dutch IT firm Solvinity
American company Kyndryl has cancelled its acquisition of the Dutch IT firm Solvinity. The deal was controversial because Solvinity manages the platform behind DigiD, leading to concerns regarding the...
'Slow' Heemstede commits to asylum center for 160 people on the edge of the village
The municipality of Heemstede has identified a meadow near the Cruquiusbrug as the preferred site to host an asylum seeker center for 160 people. While the project faces potential delays due to its lo...
Poorly timed job change can cost you thousands of euros in pension
The transition to a new pension system in the Netherlands may cause tens of thousands of workers to lose thousands of euros in potential compensation if they switch jobs at the wrong time. Affected in...
For the third year in a row, more Haarlem residents are failing to pay their health insurance premiums
Data from the Central Bureau of Statistics indicates that approximately 1,680 Haarlem residents have failed to pay their health insurance premiums for at least six months. This figure has reached its ...
SLAM! brings evening show back to radio after three years
Starting August 31, the radio station SLAM! is bringing back an evening show titled 'De Avonduren van Jarno en Jeppe'. The program will be hosted by Jarno van der Wielen and Jesper Kleynen after a thr...
Transavia and Corendon criticize higher flight tax: 'Government uses travelers as a cash cow'
Corendon and Transavia have expressed strong criticism regarding the significant increase in the Dutch aviation tax. The airlines argue that the new rates will be much higher than those in neighboring...
Do parents in the Netherlands have the final say on whether you can get a piercing?
The article explores the parental influence on teenagers getting piercings in the Netherlands, using North West as an example of denied parental consent. It discusses the legal age requirements and th...
Little fear of gas shortages, but concerns over high prices
Although there is little fear of an actual gas shortage in the Netherlands, concerns remain regarding potential price spikes during a severe winter. Experts warn that extreme cold could strain supplie...
Higher gambling tax leads to losses for Holland Casino
Holland Casino reported a loss of over 6 million euros in the first half of the year, primarily due to an increase in gambling tax. Despite the financial decline, visitor numbers remained stable at ov...
Healthcare entrepreneur arrested in investigation into money laundering of tens of millions of euros
Police have arrested a 41-year-old healthcare entrepreneur in Amsterdam for his alleged involvement in a money laundering scheme involving tens of millions of euros. The suspect is accused of embezzli...
Ajax close to signing Ukrainian Viktor Tsygankov: He has a very good mentality
Ajax is nearing a deal to sign Ukrainian winger Viktor Tsygankov. Former coach Míchel Sánchez praised the player's collective mentality, suggesting he would be a valuable addition to the Dutch club.
Equal pay does not drive Dutch ships abroad en masse
New research suggests that mandating equal pay for Dutch, Filipino, and Indonesian seafarers on the same vessels would not lead to a mass exodus of the Dutch fleet. This study contradicts previous war...
Ajax still missing Daley Blind in decisive battle for Conference League spot
Daley Blind will miss Ajax's upcoming Conference League playoff match against FC Sion due to an injury sustained during a previous game against Shelbourne. The defender has not yet recovered, leaving ...
British actor Dan Stevens to star as RoboCop in new reboot series
British actor Dan Stevens has been cast as the lead in Prime Video's upcoming RoboCop reboot series. The original 1987 film was directed by the Dutch filmmaker Paul Verhoeven.
Municipality replaces traffic lights at intersection in Velsen-Zuid
The municipality of Velsen will begin replacing traffic lights at the intersection of Rijksweg, Parkweg, Amsterdamseweg, and 's Gravenlust in Velsen-Zuid starting in early September. The project is ex...
Customs finds 30 kilos of cocaine hidden in excavator part
Customs officials at Schiphol Airport discovered over 30 kilograms of cocaine hidden inside a heavy-duty excavator attachment arriving from Panama. Following a successful scan and detection by sniffer...