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.
Have you seen Woezel, Muffin or Kleintje? These 10 pets are missing in Haarlem
Ten pets have gone missing in Haarlem over the past week. Owners are currently searching for their lost animals, including pets named Woezel, Muffin, and Kleintje.
Fire with heavy smoke following possible explosion in Amstelveen apartment building
A fire broke out in an apartment building on Watercirkel in Amstelveen overnight following a suspected explosion. Although the fire was quickly contained, residents were temporarily evacuated due to h...
The 'old-fashioned' photo booth is trendy again: "This feels more special"
Old-fashioned photo booths are seeing a resurgence in popularity across Amsterdam, often drawing long queues of tourists and locals. Despite the ubiquity of smartphone cameras, many people find the ph...
The Greenhouse | Climate damage is mounting, should we step on the gas?
In his weekly column, climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses the significant economic and environmental impact of the extreme summer of 2026 in the Netherlands. He questions whether the resulting agr...
Hendricks Caravan comes to Haarlem: theater and music at Huis Hodshon on the Spaarne
Hendricks Karavaan is moving to the historic Huis Hodshon in Haarlem this summer for a series of theater and music performances. The event follows a previous 2025 edition held in Velsen-Zuid and will ...
Sixteen years later, John's soapbox car races through Zandvoort again
A soapbox race featuring twenty-five teams is being held in Zandvoort as part of the Zandvoort Racefestival, occurring ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix. Notably, local resident John Lemmens is entering t...
Millions needed for Vondelkerk restoration: artists step in with exhibition
Stadsherstel is facing a three-million-euro funding shortfall for the restoration of the Vondelkerk following a devastating fire last year. To raise money, a benefit art exhibition has been organized,...
We have a water shortage, but it's flushing into the sea en masse near Rotterdam
The Netherlands is struggling with water shortages while large amounts of fresh water flow into the sea through the port of Rotterdam. Proposed solutions to retain water, such as shallowing or damming...
AFC embarrasses itself with defeat against newly promoted Kloetinge
AFC suffered a disappointing 1-3 home defeat against newly promoted VV Kloetinge in their opening match of the Tweede Divisie season. Other regional clubs also struggled, with Haarlem-based Koninklijk...
PSG signs Mika Godts: Ajax to receive up to 55 million euros
Belgian forward Mika Godts has transferred from Ajax to Paris Saint-Germain for a total fee of 55 million euros. The French club officially presented the player on Saturday evening.
Van crashes into home on Osdorperweg, driver tests positive for alcohol
A van crashed into a residential home on Osdorperweg in Amsterdam on Tuesday evening. The driver tested positive for alcohol and was taken into custody, while authorities are currently assessing the b...
Beware of holiday scams this summer: 5 tricks scammers use (and how to avoid them)
As the summer holiday season approaches, tech journalist Kenneth Dée has warned travelers about common scams such as fake hotel emails, misleading social media deals, and fraudulent influencer promot...
Long-awaited rain is far from enough
Recent rainfall has provided slight relief from weeks of drought for nature and agriculture in the North Holland region. However, forester Jocelyn de Kwant notes that this precipitation is insufficien...
Shrinking rental supply forces young people to postpone life decisions
The sale of rental properties in the Netherlands is significantly reducing housing availability, which disproportionately affects young people and first-time buyers. This housing crisis is forcing man...
Don't want to drink alcohol but still want to toast? These are this summer's best non-alcoholic drinks
As the demand for non-alcoholic beverages grows, the market is expanding with diverse options such as sparkling tea, alcohol-free wine, and mocktails. Experts are highlighting these sophisticated alte...
Ahmetcan Kaplan returns to NEC after all: Nijmegen club reaches €2.5 million agreement with Ajax
Ajax has reached an agreement to sell defender Ahmetcan Kaplan to NEC for 2.5 million euros. The Turkish player is set to sign a four-year contract with the club, extending until mid-2030.
Screen time | Why would you outsource talking to your children to AI?
In his column 'Schermtijd,' tech reporter Rutger Otto discusses the growing influence of artificial intelligence on family life. He explores the potential implications and concerns regarding the integ...
Tielen’s quarter-hour: Junior minister calls on families to practice language every day
State Secretary for Education Judith Tielen has issued a national call for parents and grandparents to dedicate 15 minutes daily to language practice with children. This initiative comes in response t...
Haarlem mystery: there is a story behind the half-shutters on many old buildings
Many historic buildings in Haarlem, particularly around the Grote Markt and Gedempte Oude Gracht, feature windows partially covered by shutters. This article explores the historical origins and purpos...
Dreaming, building and surviving: three North Holland clubs kick off in the second division
Three Dutch amateur football clubs, AFC Amsterdam, Koninklijke HFC, and RKAV Volendam, are preparing for the start of their new season in the second division. The coaches of these teams are focusing o...
Fewer mosquitoes due to dry summer: good for us, not for swifts and bats
The ongoing dry summer in Amsterdam is causing local pools to dry up, resulting in a significant decrease in the mosquito population. City ecologist Geert Timmermans warns that while this benefits res...
Vajèn van den Bosch lands lead role in The Greatest Showman musical in London
Dutch actress Vajèn van den Bosch has been cast as the lead in the new Disney musical The Greatest Showman on London's West End. She becomes the first Dutch performer to join the original cast of a n...
This 'chief heat officer' must guide Amsterdam through increasingly hot summers
Amsterdam has appointed a 'chief heat officer' to help the city navigate increasingly hot summers. This official is tasked with implementing measures to protect vulnerable residents during heatwaves a...
These plug-and-play home batteries are easy to install, but raise safety concerns: ‘They are even being used as side tables’
A new generation of affordable, self-installable home batteries has become widely available in stores across the Netherlands. While these units are significantly cheaper than traditional fixed models,...
Sparta makes life unnecessarily difficult against Telstar but secures first clean sheet with deserved win
Sparta Rotterdam secured their first victory of the season by defeating Telstar 3-1 on Friday evening. While Telstar managed to score late in the match, goals from Marvin Young, Nökkvi Thorisson, and...
Scooter rider receives four fines in Cuyperspassage, but judge cancels two
A scooter rider who received four fines for driving in the pedestrian-only Cuyperspassage under Amsterdam Central Station successfully appealed to have two of them cancelled. Although the court confir...
After Bijenkorf and Bol, online retailer About You also hit by Ceva data breach: operations relocated
German webshop About You has been affected by a data breach at logistics company Ceva. This incident follows similar data breaches impacting other major retailers operating in the Netherlands, includi...
Spyker boss Victor Muller shows California first new sports car in years
Dutch sports car manufacturer Spyker has unveiled its new C8 Preliator XXV model in California. Entrepreneur Victor Muller intends to use this launch to re-establish the exclusive brand after several ...
Johan Cruyff Arena turns 30: "Now 100 percent an iconic stadium"
The Johan Cruijff Arena celebrated its 30th anniversary on August 14, 2024, marking three decades since its opening in 1996. To commemorate the milestone, a book chronicling the stadium's history and ...
Portrait of Wilhelmina and chairs: Soldaat van Oranje props to be auctioned
Numerous props, set pieces, and furniture from the musical Soldaat van Oranje are being offered in an online auction starting this Friday. Notable items up for bid include a Bentley replica, a motorbo...