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.
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...
NPO ombudsman receives twenty complaints about Hitler fragment on ON!
The NPO ombudsman has received twenty complaints regarding a broadcast by Ongehoord Nederland that featured a discussion about Adolf Hitler. Complainants are questioning whether the content of the seg...
Grand Prix Radio to become national sports station with well-known presenters
Grand Prix Radio will relaunch as GPR Sportradio this weekend, transitioning into a national sports station. The new channel will feature live sports coverage and news, hosted by prominent presenters ...
63 reports of demolition, tree felling and traffic in Haarlem last week
Last week, the municipality of Haarlem processed 63 permit applications regarding demolition, tree felling, and traffic issues. Residents are encouraged to review the list of applications to see how t...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from August 28 to 30
This weekend from August 28 to 30, Amsterdam offers a variety of activities including music festivals, second-hand markets, and boat trips. These events provide a vibrant farewell to the month of Augu...
Heemstede selects location near Cruquiusbrug for new asylum seeker center
The municipal executive of Heemstede has designated a field near the Cruquiusbrug as the preferred site for a temporary asylum seeker center. The facility is intended to house approximately 160 people...
Fleur Agema COVID hearing: how does the PVV member reflect on the role of the House of Representatives?
Former PVV Member of Parliament Fleur Agema is testifying before the parliamentary inquiry commission regarding the role of the House of Representatives during the COVID-19 pandemic. The inquiry seeks...
German beer sellers already swamped by Dutch customers, and that's before the tax hike kicks in
Dutch consumers are increasingly traveling to Germany to purchase beer in order to take advantage of significant price differences. This trend is expected to grow as residents anticipate future excise...
Many customers get stuck with company chatbots
Many companies in the Netherlands now use chatbots as the first point of contact for customer inquiries. However, research shows that over seventy percent of consumers fail to receive an answer or ass...
Chaos, frustration and division: Prinsjesdag deal remains elusive as time runs out
Opposition party leaders in the Dutch House of Representatives are struggling to reach a budget agreement with the cabinet ahead of Prinsjesdag. With only 48 hours remaining, significant division and ...
From Copenhagen to Paris, this is how international rail travel from Amsterdam is growing
International rail travel from Amsterdam is experiencing growth as new carriers introduce services to destinations like Copenhagen, Paris, and Berlin. However, further expansion faces significant hurd...
Border pumps are on their own: 'They no longer know what to do'
Independent gas station owners near the Dutch border are struggling to survive as record-high fuel prices drive motorists to seek cheaper alternatives in neighboring countries. These small business ow...
Netherlands will not meet gas storage target for winter
Gasunie has announced that the Netherlands will not meet its targeted gas storage levels before the winter season. While officials note that the current supply should be sufficient for a typical winte...
Young people shop on weekends, the elderly on Fridays: this is what the Dutch payment rhythm looks like
An analysis of millions of debit card transactions by ABN Amro reveals a predictable spending pattern among the Dutch population. The data highlights a distinct generational difference, with younger p...
Roman candle or Chinese firecrackers at home? Where you can safely dispose of illegal fireworks without penalty
The Dutch government is organizing a nationwide campaign allowing citizens to anonymously surrender illegal fireworks without fear of prosecution or fines. A temporary collection point will be availab...
It seemed like a date but ended in severe assault: up to 20 months in prison demanded
Prosecutors have demanded prison sentences of 18 and 20 months for two men accused of participating in a violent assault against a transgender woman at her home in Amsterdam in September 2024. The sus...
Shopping during Formula 1: ringing cash registers in menswear, silence in lingerie
Local businesses in Zandvoort experienced varying levels of success during the final Formula 1 race weekend, with hospitality and souvenir retailers seeing increased sales while other niche shops stru...
Met De Vlam In De Pijp singer Henk Wijngaard back home after heart surgery
Dutch singer Henk Wijngaard has returned home after undergoing heart surgery. The eighty-year-old artist, famous for his hit 'Met De Vlam In De Pijp', spent over two weeks in the hospital before being...
Ryanair slams Jetten cabinet over 'failing' aviation policy
Ryanair has criticized the Dutch government for its aviation policy, specifically targeting the national flight tax. The airline described the levy as a fake green tax and urged for changes to the cur...
How to talk to your child about smartphone use: Checking is okay, but don't do it secretly
With 60 percent of Dutch children in eighth grade already owning a smartphone, experts advise parents to actively guide and discuss safe online behavior with their children. Rather than secret monitor...
Former Ukrainian top talent Viktor Tsygankov (28) lands in Amsterdam after WhatsApp row with Girona
Ukrainian winger Viktor Tsygankov is set to join Ajax after a falling out with Girona manager Míchel Sánchez. The 28-year-old player will move to Amsterdam, where the club hopes he can find stabilit...
Former council member Don Ceder (ChristenUnie) named best MP in The Hague
ChristenUnie member Don Ceder has been named the most effective member of the House of Representatives for the second consecutive year by the National Political Index. A former Amsterdam city councilo...
Former council member Don Ceder (ChristenUnie) named best MP in The Hague
Don Ceder, a member of the ChristenUnie party, has been named the most effective member of the Dutch House of Representatives for the second consecutive year by the National Political Index. Previousl...
New Wave to play two more concerts at Ziggo Dome
The hip-hop collective New Wave has announced two upcoming concerts, titled New Wave All Stars, scheduled for April 20 and 21, 2027, at the Ziggo Dome. This event marks the group's return to the Amste...
Michelangelo's Men exhibition in Haarlem nominated for public award
The exhibition 'De mannen van Michelangelo' at the Teylers Museum in Haarlem has been nominated for the Museumtijdschrift Tentoonstellingsprijs. The public can vote until September 13, with the winner...
Bol can ship orders on time again after nearly three weeks
Online retailer Bol has resumed on-time shipping for all orders nearly three weeks after a cyberattack hit its logistics partner, CEVA. The attack previously caused significant delays and cancellation...
Double role for tournament director at World Rowing Championships: I also feel tension for my sons
Tournament director and former Olympic champion Nico Rienks is balancing his organizational duties with the personal pressure of watching his two sons compete in the World Rowing Championships at the ...
Scammers strike during transition from iDeal to Wero: Fraud Helpdesk warns of phishing emails
The Dutch Fraud Helpdesk has issued a warning regarding a new phishing campaign targeting users during the transition from iDeal to the new European payment system, Wero. Scammers are sending fraudule...
Sander and Maartje think they are saving, but are just parking their money elsewhere for a while
A Dutch couple, Sander and Maartje, struggle to build savings despite having a steady income and no debts. Although they set aside 400 euros each month, they consistently transfer the money back to th...
Major fire at home on Rietwijkerstraat
A fire broke out in an apartment on the Rietwijkerstraat in Amsterdam's Schinkelbuurt neighborhood this morning. Emergency services are on the scene, though the cause of the fire and information regar...