Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Amsterdam city center relies more heavily on tourists than other cities, Van der Horst warns of economic risk
Amsterdam's retail and hospitality sectors rely heavily on tourism, leading to concerns from Deputy Mayor Van der Horst about economic vulnerability. The official warns that this focus on visitors ris...
Cabinet's financial plans may fail if nothing changes in the Senate
The Dutch cabinet is struggling to pass its crucial tax plan in the Senate due to lack of support from key political parties. Both right-wing and left-wing factions are demanding policy concessions, i...
Peter Gillis' holiday parks sold permanently for over 27 million euros
Three holiday parks belonging to Peter Gillis have been sold at auction for 27.3 million euros to cover a substantial debt owed to creditor Marc van Rooi. Despite this sale, Gillis still faces signifi...
Parliament votes for more green gas despite concerns over manure and energy bills
The Dutch House of Representatives has approved a new law mandating the use of green gas to lower CO2 emissions. The legislation faces criticism over potential increases in household energy costs and ...
Rijksmuseum makes space in Gallery of Honour for two Willem de Kooning paintings
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam has added two paintings by Willem de Kooning to its Gallery of Honour alongside a new retrospective exhibition of his work. The showcase features over 120 pieces and highl...
Win tickets for Bryan Adams at the Ziggo Dome
Fans have the chance to win tickets to see Bryan Adams perform his new music and classic hits at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. Interested participants must submit their details and sign up for a newsle...
New box 3 system sparks a barrage of reader questions: read all the answers here
The Dutch government is revising its proposed box 3 tax system following parliamentary pushback regarding the impact on small savers and investors. With no final regulations in place, ongoing debates ...
Significant victory for FrieslandCampina: Chocomel yellow trademarked
FrieslandCampina has successfully obtained an exclusive trademark for the signature yellow color of its Chocomel packaging after a dispute with Spanish competitor Grupo Cacaolat. The Benelux Office fo...
Spaarne Gasthuis chooses Haarlem and invests in a new hospital
Spaarne Gasthuis has decided to maintain a full-service hospital with 24-hour emergency care in Haarlem, while converting its Hoofddorp facility into a planned-care day hospital. This reorganization a...
ChatGPT to invisibly watermark texts to identify them as AI-generated
OpenAI is introducing an invisible AI watermark called textGrain to comply with European regulations requiring AI-generated text to be identifiable. The watermark embeds a specific word-choice pattern...
Spaarne Gasthuis to build entirely new hospital in Haarlem
Spaarne Gasthuis plans to build a new hospital in Haarlem-Zuid by 2033 to consolidate clinical and emergency care services. Consequently, the Hoofddorp branch will be repurposed into a day hospital fo...
Cleaners to strike again at stations, Schiphol and universities
Cleaners at train stations, Schiphol, and universities in the Netherlands are staging a new round of strikes to protest a collective labor agreement they feel is inadequate. The FNV union is coordinat...
NOS Sport saved over a million euros with World Cup choices
NOS Sport saved over one million euros during the World Cup by selling sublicensing rights to Talpa and reducing travel costs by utilizing studio-based commentary. The organization is shifting its str...
Czech Republic to skip Eurovision 2027 due to budget cuts
The Czech Republic will not participate in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest due to budget adjustments, though the broadcaster remains open to future returns. The decision follows a history of varying ...
Booking.com faces lawsuit over mandatory office days for staff
Booking.com has initiated legal action against its own works council after the body refused to approve a new policy requiring staff at its Amsterdam headquarters to work from the office three days a w...
Minister Van Weel: Statements by Angelo Delsen (SP) do not violate police code of conduct
Minister David van Weel has ruled that SP councilor and police officer Angelo Delsen did not breach the police code of conduct with his political statements against the far-right. The minister confirm...
Why more expats are choosing to build their lives, not just careers, in Amsterdam
Expatriates are increasingly moving to the Netherlands for long-term stability rather than just career opportunities. Experts advise that newcomers should proactively manage their finances and plan fo...
One week of emergency gas reserves, lower storage levels: how do we stay warm this winter?
As winter approaches, concerns are rising in the Netherlands due to lower than normal gas storage levels and increasing energy costs. Climate Minister Stientje van Veldhoven is currently developing a ...
Live Q&A: ask all your questions about box 3 today
Financial experts and political reporters are hosting a live Q&A on Tuesday, October 6, to clarify changes to the Dutch box 3 wealth tax. The discussion focuses on the cabinet's transition toward taxi...
No upfront costs, but help available: how smoking cessation reimbursement works
Starting in 2027, patients will no longer need to pay upfront for smoking cessation medication as pharmacists will bill insurance providers directly. Currently, cessation programs and prescribed aids ...
Gordon 35 kilos lighter on Men's Health cover: 'Diabetes is in remission'
Singer Gordon has lost 35 kilograms and achieved medical remission from diabetes after committing to a disciplined lifestyle of strength training and walking. He shared his journey in Men's Health, ho...
Walking, chatting and taking a moment: join the Walk of Life in Haarlem
The Walk of Life is coming to Haarlem this October, offering free guided group walks on three consecutive mornings. The event focuses on mental health and social connection, inviting everyone to parti...
Amsterdam had the most beautiful street furniture in the world
Amsterdam is historically renowned for its distinctive and aesthetically pleasing street furniture, including lantaarnpalen, manhole covers, and public urinoirs. These objects serve as essential compo...
ANWB and Consumers' Association: serious defects in two car seats, models immediately withdrawn from sale
The ANWB and Consumentenbond have issued safety warnings for Britax Römer and Axkid car seats after discovering serious defects during crash tests. Sales for the affected Axkid model have been st...
Tattooing his ex's name on his face didn't help the expectant parents' relationship
The reality show Vier handen op één buik has launched its thirteenth season, documenting the experiences of teenage mothers guided by famous mentors. The program explores the diverse personal challe...
New Red Line demonstration announced, organizers call for mass turnout
Pro-Palestinian organizations have announced a major protest scheduled for November 8 in Amsterdam, where participants will gather at Museumplein dressed in red. The demonstrators are demanding that t...
Unsafe trampolines removed from playground after residents refuse to take out insurance
Two trampolines were removed from an Amsterdam playground after residents refused to form a foundation and obtain liability insurance. The equipment was deemed unsafe without these measures, resulting...
PvdA and Denk demand explanation from GVB over metro service disruption
PvdA and Denk have requested that the Amsterdam mobility alderman demand explanations from GVB regarding a major metro outage that occurred on October 2. The council members are questioning whether th...
Net contributors and net recipients completely at odds over EU budget: ‘Out of touch and appalling’
European Union member states are divided over the next long-term budget, with net-recipients demanding increased spending and the removal of contribution rebates for wealthier nations. Conversely, net...
Many households have unnecessarily heavy power connections, costing thousands of euros per year
Hundreds of thousands of Dutch households and businesses are paying for unnecessarily heavy electricity connections, costing them thousands of euros annually. The Authority for Consumers and Markets r...