Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Many more young people, I'm happy about that
Record Store Day, which originated in the United States in 2008 to support struggling record stores, has evolved into a popular annual event in the Netherlands. The celebration features special releas...
RIVM proposes ban on cigarette filters over microplastics
The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has proposed a ban on cigarette filters to reduce microplastic pollution. The institute states that removing filters would ben...
Heart researcher Rogier (46) survives four cardiac arrests and a transplant: 'I had to say goodbye to my family'
Rogier Veltrop, a 46-year-old heart researcher who survived four cardiac arrests and a heart transplant, is now conducting revolutionary research into genetic heart failure. He highlights that approxi...
Erasmus MC warns against cannabis oil during pregnancy: may not be safe after all
Researchers at Erasmus MC have warned that using CBD oil during pregnancy may not be safe, as substances can reach the fetus and disrupt placental blood vessels. The findings challenge the perception ...
Toos & Henk - April 20
Cartoonist Paul Kusters shares his unique perspective on current events through the daily comic strip Toos & Henk. The strip is published from Monday through Saturday.
Well-known Dutch café closes after 60 years as family business finds no successor: ‘It’s time’
After 60 years, the family-owned Café Zaal Ton Oomen in Gelderland is closing its doors as no successor was found for owner Ton. Known for its traditional atmosphere, the historic Dutch pub will be d...
Belgian prisoner causes stir in Tanja Groen cold case: authorities alerted to potential suspect and burial site
A Belgian prisoner has provided new information regarding the 1993 cold case disappearance of 18-year-old student Tanja Groen in Maastricht. The individual reportedly pointed investigators toward a po...
Registrations lagging for special 150th anniversary IJmuiden running edition of Vissenloop
The Vissenloop is introducing a special running event called the Vissenrun on May 30 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden. Organizers report that registration numbers for the new run are cur...
Major renovation of Verweyhal may start this year: 'We will do everything we can'
Renovation of the dilapidated Verweyhal in Haarlem may begin as early as this year, according to Councilor Eva de Raadt. During a city council meeting on Thursday, officials expressed a commitment to ...
Oil crisis plan activated for the first time, but most won't notice
The Dutch government has activated the first phase of the National Crisis Plan for Oil to prepare for potential shortages stemming from unrest in the Middle East. While the plan officially begins on M...
Panis on rejection of FVD in Velsen formation: 'Parties are being too emotional'
Tommy Panis of the Forum voor Democratie (FVD) criticized other political parties in Velsen for excluding his party from the local coalition formation. He claimed that the other parties are prioritizi...
Mass claim looming against Odido: ‘Millions of Dutch people must receive compensation’
Privacy foundation CUIC is launching a mass claim against telecom provider Odido following a cyberattack that compromised the personal data of 6.2 million Dutch citizens. The foundation accuses Odido ...
Snuffelmug thrift store staff rescue Yvonne's wet vacuum cleaner
Staff at the Snuffelmug thrift store helped a woman named Yvonne recover her water vacuum cleaner after she accidentally donated it. The employees managed to locate and return the essential item, whic...
AZ fans and players celebrate cup victory in Alkmaar
AZ players and supporters celebrated their 5-1 cup final victory over NEC on Sunday night at the AFAS Stadion in Alkmaar. A large crowd gathered to cheer the team as they appeared on the stadium balco...
Comedian Ayoub Kharkhach wins Annie M.G. Schmidt Prize
Comedian Ayoub Kharkhach was awarded the Annie M.G. Schmidtprijs on Sunday evening for his song "Handen van goud." The track was officially named the best theater song of 2025.
Stationary flower parade packs Haarlem city center
The Bloemencorso parade floats arrived in Haarlem on Saturday night following a journey through the Bollenstreek region. The stationary floats remained on display throughout Sunday, drawing large crow...
Two arrests after assault at Haarlem fair
Two individuals were arrested on Sunday following an alleged assault at a fair in the center of Haarlem. The incident reportedly involved the use of a metal ratchet during the altercation.
Container falls from crane onto ship in Port of Rotterdam
A container potentially containing hazardous materials fell from a crane onto a ship in the Port of Rotterdam's Maasvlakte area. Emergency services are currently on-site, and a crisis team has been co...
Dead silence from the afterlife
A terraced house in the village of Den Oever is described, noting that its front door overlooks the local football club's fields. The text establishes the specific residential setting within the Dutch...
Hamerkwartier residents concerned about new district: 'You see the heart of North slipping away'
Residents of the Hamerkwartier in Amsterdam-Noord held a manifestation to express concerns over plans to build 6,000 new homes and high-rise towers reaching up to 130 meters. Locals and small business...
Heemskerk city council restricts long-winded speakers: 'It's not about stopping people from having their say, but it can be more efficient'
The Heemskerk city council is introducing speaking time limits for its meetings to address their increasing duration and improve efficiency. Deputy clerk Marjon Oostveen stated that while the goal is ...
For their new exhibition 'Relics', Darwin, Sinke & Van Tongeren turned dinosaur fossils into artworks: 'I've learned I'm not a welder'
The new exhibition 'Relics' at the Art Zoo Museum in Amsterdam features dinosaur fossils transformed into artworks by Haarlem-based artists Jaap Sinke and Ferry van Tongeren. The artists used speciali...
HBC plays attractive football against the league leaders but is also a toothless tiger
HBC football club displayed attractive play during their away match against league leader Purmersteijn, but ultimately lacked the offensive power to secure a victory. Trainer Jasper Ketting's side was...
Birth mothers also want recognition and apologies from others
Following the Dutch government's apology to women forced to give up their children for adoption, advocacy groups are calling for similar recognition and apologies from other involved institutions. The...
Gerard Joling reacts to row with beer thrower: 'Wasn't exactly my finest hour'
Dutch singer Gerard Joling has addressed an altercation involving a beer-thrower during his performance on Friday night. He expressed regret over the incident, stating that the situation was unfortuna...
Coach Barry Tjeertes slams his own team: ‘We let it slip in the first half. We didn't show up’
Olympia Haarlem suffered a defeat against Sporting Martinus after a poor first half left them trailing 3-0 on Sunday. Manager Barry Tjeertes criticized his team's performance, noting that they were un...
Motorcyclist injured in collision with car in Halfweg
A motorcyclist was injured on Sunday afternoon following a collision with a car in Halfweg. The accident occurred around 5:30 PM on the Noorderweg.
Handover of Camp Amersfoort at end of WWII commemorated
Over 600 people, including former prisoners and their descendants, gathered on Sunday to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the transfer of Camp Amersfoort from German occupiers to the Red Cross. The...
From rare defeat to convincing win: HBS bounces back with goal fest against Phoenix
The HBS field hockey team secured a convincing 5-2 victory against Phoenix, bouncing back from a rare previous defeat. Coach Sake Hermans highlighted the collective team effort, noting that five diffe...
Hillegom loses to bottom-placed Vitesse’22: 'A terrible match. Everything is going against us. It’s very bitter'
Hillegom suffered a 1-0 defeat against bottom-ranked Vitesse’22 on Sunday, missing an opportunity to distance themselves from the relegation play-off zone. The match in Castricum provided a crucial ...