Netherlands News in English

F1 bosses want to keep Max Verstappen in the sport and hold multiple talks: ‘I don’t want to leave and hope for improvements this year and next’

Formula 1 leadership is maintaining regular contact with Max Verstappen to ensure the world champion remains committed to the sport. Ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix, Verstappen stated he hopes for imp...

Outgoing Haarlem council passes string of decisions after elections, members shocked: ‘Lack of democratic compass’

The outgoing Haarlem municipal council is facing criticism for planning to make several significant decisions on March 26, six days after the local elections. Members from multiple political parties h...

Sedentary work or not: 2,500 civil servants compete in National Championship. ‘Sand, sea and beach make the setting special’

Approximately 2,500 civil servants from 150 different municipalities gathered in Wijk aan Zee for the Dutch National Cross-Country Championship for civil servants. The event featured runners and walke...

Bontenbal wants EU-US talks on Iran war exit strategy

CDA leader Henri Bontenbal has urged the Netherlands to facilitate discussions between the European Union and the United States regarding an exit strategy for the conflict involving Israel and Iran. H...

100 Dutch ships stuck in Persian Gulf, owners not yet evacuating crews

Dutch shipowners are currently choosing not to evacuate the crews of approximately one hundred ships stationed in the Persian Gulf and Middle East. A spokesperson for the Royal Association of Netherla...

Ballet and opera do draw crowds: 'A bit stupid of Timothée Chalamet'

Timothée Chalamet recently claimed that opera and ballet are no longer popular, but the Dutch National Opera & Ballet has challenged this view. The organization reports strong attendance figures, sho...

GroenLinks-PvdA does not want to be involved in war in Iran

Jesse Klaver of the GroenLinks-PvdA party stated during a parliamentary debate that the Netherlands should not get involved in the conflict in Iran. He cautioned against following the leads of Netanya...

Shots fired in Amsterdam-West, police find no one at the scene

'Petrified' Haarlem named most future-proof municipality

Haarlem has been named the most future-proof municipality in the Netherlands by the 'Toekomstmeter' study, receiving a score of 9.8 out of 10 for its integrated climate policies. The city was recogniz...

World's most beautiful book comes from the Netherlands for third year in a row

Convicted art thief back in custody after escape

A 63-year-old man convicted of high-profile art thefts has been recaptured after escaping custody in January. He fled while traveling unescorted between a prison in Nieuwegein and a lower-security fac...

Picking tulips for charity: seventh edition of ‘Pick for children's happiness’ approaching

The seventh edition of the charity event 'Pluk voor kindergeluk' will be held on Sunday, March 22, in Hillegom. Visitors can pick tulips at the Nieuweweg location to help raise funds for children's we...

DENK, SP and PvdD call for 'red line' against US and Israel over Iran

The Dutch political parties DENK, SP, and Partij voor de Dieren are urging the government to establish a "red line" against the United States and Israel concerning the conflict with Iran. DENK leader ...

Lead candidate Mangal (The New Politics) to continue alone, number 2 unaware: Very painful

Internal conflict has emerged within the Amsterdam-based party De Nieuwe Politiek as leader Eduard Mangal announced he will proceed alone, allegedly without informing the party's founder Marcella Perd...

Our eel is seriously threatened, but one crucial measure can save this mysterious animal: 'People don't realize how special they are'

The European eel population in Dutch waters has declined by 99% over the past 50 years, threatening the species with local extinction. Scientists warn that urgent intervention is required to protect o...

Recovering Griekspoor skips Miami Open

Tallon Griekspoor will skip the upcoming Miami Open as he continues to recover from an injury. His coach, Marc Dijkhuizen, stated that the tournament comes too early, but expects the player to return ...

Matthijs van Nieuwkerk honors Joost Prinsen in theater show

Matthijs van Nieuwkerk is paying tribute to actor and columnist Joost Prinsen in his latest theater show. The production serves as an homage to Prinsen's extensive career in the performing arts.

GroenLinks-PvdA on cooperation: Haarlemmermeer is a model municipality where a merger can bring concrete change

GroenLinks and PvdA are joining forces for the first time in the Haarlemmermeer municipal elections, framing the municipality as a key example where their merger can drive real change. The article ana...

Houses still very expensive, but prices rising more slowly

House prices in the Netherlands are rising at a slower pace this year due to an increase in available housing from rental sales and new construction. However, economists anticipate that price growth w...

From library to brewery: vote at these unique locations in Amsterdam and Weesp

On Wednesday, March 18th, residents of Amsterdam and Weesp can vote for municipal council and district committee members. Several unique polling stations have been established for the occasion, includ...

Pussycat Dolls coming to Ziggo Dome in September

The American pop group Pussycat Dolls will perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on September 27 as part of their world tour. Members Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt, and Ashley Roberts are confir...

Decapitation suspect: I am sick and that proved fatal for my mother

Jesse R. appeared in a Dordrecht court to face charges for the murder of his 63-year-old mother, who was killed with an axe in Hellevoetsluis in April 2023. During the trial, the 32-year-old suspect a...

New quality mark for unique businesses in the city center

Amsterdam has introduced a new quality mark called 'The Seal of Amsterdam' to honor local entrepreneurs who contribute to the city's unique character. The award recognizes business owners with a stron...

Restoration of classic 'The Girl with the Red Hair' completed and showing at Filmkoepel Haarlem

The 4K digital restoration of the classic war film 'Het meisje met het rode haar' will be released in Dutch cinemas starting April 23. A special screening featuring the cast and crew is scheduled for ...

Theater as an in-between space in ‘The Netherlands in Therapy’

The theater lecture 'Met Nederland in therapie' aims to address the polarized public debate on asylum migration by exploring the underlying emotions of participants. By engaging with the audience, the...

Round of 16 proves end of the road for brave Velsen

Velsen was eliminated from the amateur football cup in the round of 16 following a 3-5 loss to fourth-division team FC Aalsmeer. Despite a courageous performance where they remained competitive for mo...

Vocational students learn to work in a simulated laboratory

Vocational students are training in the Experience Lab, a realistic learning environment equipped with advanced technology. This initiative allows students to gain practical experience and engage with...

'Pay later via this company? Never again!' Sleepless nights over Klarna and debt collection agency tactics. Calls for action grow louder

Swedish finance company Klarna is facing criticism for pressuring consumers and violating its own regulations through its 'buy now, pay later' services. Dutch politicians, regulators, and consumer org...

Entry ban for Grote Hout and Koningsweg in Velsen-Noord starts in December to curb cut-through traffic with cameras

Starting in December, a driving ban will be implemented on the Grote Hout and Koningsweg in Velsen-Noord to reduce cut-through traffic. Enforcement of the new regulation will be carried out using lice...

Honor the pink giants who paved the way

The author describes visiting IHLIA, Europe's largest LGBTQ+ archive, which is located inside the largest public library in the Netherlands. The archive is portrayed as a significant cultural treasure...