Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Explosive found in Nieuw-Vennep
Police discovered and removed an explosive device resembling a jerrycan with fireworks from a waterway in Nieuw-Vennep. Investigations are ongoing regarding this discovery as well as other regional in...
Mayor Halsema reshuffles top management after absenteeism crisis: ‘Organization is reaching its limits’
Dutch Parliament: Ban Muslim Brotherhood and affiliated organizations
A majority of the Dutch House of Representatives has voted in favor of a motion by the PVV to ban the Muslim Brotherhood and its affiliated organizations. This outcome follows several previous attempt...
Come see the renovated council chamber during the open day on April 4
An open day will be held on April 4th to showcase the renovated council chamber to the public. Visitors will have the opportunity to see where the city council debates and makes decisions regarding th...
Prosecutors demand 15 months in prison for man who threatened singer Douwe Bob: ‘I let myself go’
Telstar has experience beating PSV: ‘Suddenly I was face to face with the best goalkeeper in the Netherlands’
Telstar, a football club from Velsen-Zuid, has a history of defeating PSV, including three home victories during the 1960s and 1970s and a win earlier this season. The article recalls these successes ...
New cultural venue with 1,000-capacity hip-hop hall in the heart of Amsterdamse Poort in Zuidoost
Lawyers: Promes admits stabbing family member
Former professional footballer Quincy Promes has admitted to stabbing a distant relative with a pocket knife during a party in Abcoude. His defense attorney revealed this admission during a preliminar...
Four young people behind Jewish-Islamic Share the Dove win international youth prize
Prosecutors seek 15 months in prison for threatening singer Douwe Bob
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a 15-month prison sentence against a 39-year-old man for threatening singer Douwe Bob. The threats were made after the singer withdrew from a performa...
Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem offers free admission during Book Week
The Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem is offering free admission on Sunday, March 22, as part of the annual Boekenweek celebration. Visitors can gain entry to the museum to view art and literature by prese...
No fiber optic prospects yet for half a million addresses
Approximately half a million addresses in the Netherlands currently lack a concrete plan for fiber optic installation, according to research by Telecompaper. High construction costs and the small scal...
Yannick Jozefzoon to star in film adaptation of Under the Paramariboom
Yannick Jozefzoon will star in the lead role of the upcoming film adaptation of the book 'Onder de paramariboom.' The cast also includes actors Hans Kesting and Jenny Mijnhijmer.
Local parties and D66 most popular in primary school elections
Primary school students who participated in the Children's Elections ahead of the municipal elections favored local parties, which collectively received 25 percent of the 4,489 votes. Among national p...
Jumbo ends 13-year partnership with Frank Lammers, this is his successor
After thirteen years, the Dutch supermarket chain Jumbo is ending its collaboration with actor Frank Lammers, who played the lead role in their television commercials. Lammers will be replaced by a ne...
Prosecutors seek 7 months in prison and restraining order against rapper Kempi
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a seven-month prison sentence and a three-year contact ban against rapper Kempi, whose real name is Jerrely Slijger. He appeared in a court in The Hag...
Black Snow exhibition about Tata Steel now on display at Verwey Museum Haarlem
The exhibition 'Black Snow' by photographer Harm van de Poel is currently on display at the Verwey Museum Haarlem. The collection features powerful images illustrating life in the area surrounding the...
Beverwijk youth violence suspect released from pre-trial detention under conditions
A 23-year-old suspect from Heemskerk involved in a youth violence case in Beverwijk will be released from pre-trial detention this week under strict conditions. The Haarlem court ruled that the indivi...
Turmoil at online home store Fonq: ordering halted, suspension of payments requested
Online home retailer Fonq has suspended all orders as of Tuesday after applying for a suspension of payments. The move indicates significant financial distress for the company, preventing customers fr...
DJ Jan (80): 'As soon as the feet start moving, I know it’s going well'
Jan van der Wiele, who recently celebrated his 80th birthday, has dedicated his life to music and has worked as a DJ since the 1990s. He continues to perform, gauging the success of his sets by watchi...
Highest court rejects Odido appeal against Huawei ban
The Dutch Trade and Industry Appeals Tribunal has rejected an appeal by telecom provider Odido against a government ban on using equipment from Chinese suppliers Huawei and ZTE. The court ruled that t...
Over 100 tips on explosions at Zuidas and Jewish school in Amsterdam
Dutch police have received more than 100 tips regarding two explosions in Amsterdam that occurred at the Zuidas district and a Jewish school. A significant number of these tips provide information abo...
Van Weel: Appears suspects in Rotterdam synagogue attack were recruited, possibly by Iran
Dutch Justice Minister David van Weel informed the House of Representatives that suspects in a Rotterdam synagogue attack were likely recruited. He suggested that Iran may have been behind the recruit...
Hours-long police investigation after death in Amsterdam-East apartment building
Forensic police conducted a lengthy investigation at an apartment building on Wibautstraat in Amsterdam-Oost following the death of an unidentified person. Emergency services responded to a resuscitat...
Alkmaar man detained for shoplifting with a knife in Hoofddorp and Haarlem remains in custody
A 43-year-old man from Alkmaar is being held in pretrial detention following two shoplifting incidents involving a knife in Haarlem and Hoofddorp. He faces mandatory admission to a specialized institu...
Shelter ships temporarily moved to another location
The reception ships MS Carissima and Rex Rheni in Haarlem will be temporarily relocated from Spaarndamseweg to alternative berths in March 2026 to accommodate incoming cruise ships during the spring t...
Live blog: Municipal, district and administrative committee elections
This liveblog provides updates on the municipal and district committee elections in Amsterdam. It includes data on voter turnout and official election results.
More shared cars in the city
The city of Haarlem is increasing its shared car fleet by adding 30 new vehicles, bringing the total number to 143 across various neighborhoods. This expansion aims to encourage sustainable transport,...
Wienen unveils Haarlem painting in Corso Collection and promises flower parade will continue to visit the city
Haarlem Mayor Jos Wienen unveiled a new painting for the Corso Collection, emphasizing the city's historical role as the birthplace of Dutch bulb cultivation. He confirmed that Haarlem will remain the...
Removing illegal election posters could cost Velsen municipality up to 20,000 euros
The removal of illegally placed election posters is expected to cost the municipality of Velsen between 10,000 and 20,000 euros. According to the municipality, this total includes the expenses for bot...