Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Voting behavior in outlying villages like Driemond differs from the city: We are the forgotten child
Residents in outlying villages of Amsterdam, such as Driemond, exhibit distinct voting patterns compared to the city center, often favoring right-wing parties and expressing feelings of neglect. While...
Santpoort-Zuid residents have few wishes but worry about asylum center: 'I miss a meeting place in the village'
Residents of Santpoort-Zuid show little interest in the upcoming municipal elections, focusing primarily on concerns regarding a proposed asylum seekers center at the De Elta sports park. Some residen...
I was impressed by the vulnerable footballers, until the question came: ‘But Kim, who are we missing in this story?’
The premiere of the documentary 'Real men don't cry' featured professional footballers and sports media members discussing mental health issues like performance pressure and loneliness. The event aime...
'During the KLM Open the bus can suddenly stop': Caroline campaigns for buses to stop at ghost stop in Badhoevedorp
Residents in Badhoevedorp, led by activist Caroline, are protesting at a 'ghost bus stop' on Koekoekslaan to demand that passing buses regularly stop for passengers. Although buses frequently drive pa...
Verwulft 1 fast-tracked for monument status: ‘Not going so fast? I have to reconsider that’
The former shop building at Verwulft 1, dating from 1890, is being fast-tracked for monument status to preserve its historical character ahead of its sale. Political parties D66 and ChristenUnie reque...
'Some places in Heemskerk are too dark for women to walk or cycle', says councillor seeking 'female perspective' on paths
Councilor Anita Perré-Meijer has raised concerns about poorly lit areas in Heemskerk that make residents, particularly women, feel unsafe while walking or cycling. She is asking the local council to ...
American companies can shut down our card payments, leading to chaos
Inge van Dijk, Director of Payments at the Dutch Central Bank (DNB), warns that the Netherlands' heavy reliance on American service providers for digital payments poses a significant security risk. Th...
Bloemendaal still unsafe for cyclists: A radical change is needed
Recent data from the Fietsersbond ranks Bloemendaal as one of the most dangerous municipalities for cyclists, reporting nearly 19 accidents per 10,000 residents annually. Local advocates criticize the...
Toos & Henk - March 9
Cartoonist Paul Kusters publishes his 'Toos & Henk' comic strip from Monday to Saturday, providing a unique perspective on current events. The daily series serves as a visual commentary on the latest ...
Explosion and fire at Eindhoven restaurant caused by heavy fireworks
An explosion and fire occurred at a restaurant in Eindhoven after heavy fireworks were reportedly thrown into the building. No injuries were reported in the incident, which is currently being investig...
Beurs van Berlage bike cellar now home to a bar: ‘You see these kinds of places a lot in London’
82 percent of Amsterdammers still consider tourism a problem
Jetten sees no reason to lower fuel excise duties
Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that there is currently no reason to lower excise duties on fuel despite rising prices. During a television appearance, he emphasized that the government is monitoring...
Ajax Supporters Association: "Joy of playing must return to the club"
Ajax has dismissed head coach Fred Grim following a 3-1 defeat to FC Groningen, appointing Jong Ajax coach Oscar Garcia for the remainder of the season. Supporters' association representative Fabian N...
Anke Bakker (Party for the Animals): "Nobody wants to hear that there are limits to growth"
Anke Bakker, the Amsterdam leader for the Party for the Animals, argues that the city is reaching its physical limits for housing construction and urban growth. She emphasizes that prioritizing buildi...
Career of NOS reporter Bert Maalderink ends after farewell at World Allround Championships
NOS reporter Bert Maalderink retired from speed skating journalism on Sunday following his final assignment at the World Allround Speed Skating Championships. He was honored for his career at the Thia...
Ajax dismisses Fred Grim, Oscar Garcia to finish season
Ajax has dismissed Fred Grim as head coach of the first team with immediate effect. Oscar Garcia, who was recently appointed to lead Jong Ajax, will take over for the remainder of the season.
Bestselling author Myrthe freed from the negative voice in her head: ‘Why would I still take the exit to hell?’
Dutch author Myrthe van der Meer has overcome a persistent negative inner voice following her time in a psychiatric ward, an experience that inspired her bestselling book and recent film adaptation, P...
Arya (13) joins women's march in Alkmaar for the first time
Thirteen-year-old Arya participated in her first International Women's Day march in Alkmaar, joining about 100 activists to advocate for equal rights and an end to gender discrimination. Similar event...
House shot at on Beemsterstraat in North
A house on Beemsterstraat in Amsterdam-Noord was shot at on Wednesday morning, though no injuries were reported. Forensic investigators are currently examining the scene after neighbors reported heari...
Why do women have orgasms less often? This misunderstanding plays a major role
Sexologist Judith Price discusses the orgasm gap in the Netherlands, where women experience orgasms less frequently during sex than men. She argues that this sexual inequality contributes to broader s...
The massive rise of local parties: why nearly a third of the Netherlands no longer votes for national parties
Local political parties in the Netherlands have seen a significant rise in popularity, with nearly one-third of voters now choosing them over national parties. The article examines the impact of this ...
Hundreds of banned political ads flood social media: ‘Dangerous that this is possible’
More than 270 political social media advertisements regarding municipal elections have been found to violate European regulations and platform policies. Despite being prohibited, these posts remain ac...
Language expert reads hundreds of pages of government jargon and sighs: ‘Poor council members’
Language expert Jan Renkema highlights the challenges municipal council members face when navigating hundreds of pages of complex government jargon. He emphasizes that these documents are critical for...
Fay and Fleur lost their mother to hereditary breast cancer, but they can be saved
Fay and Fleur discovered that a hereditary risk for aggressive breast cancer was known in their family but kept from their mother, who died of the disease. Now that the sisters are aware of the geneti...
Motorcyclist seriously injured after collision with car on Siciliëweg in the Westelijk Havengebied
A motorcyclist was seriously injured on Saturday night following a collision with a car on the Siciliëweg in Amsterdam's Westelijk Havengebied. Emergency services and a Mobile Medical Team responded ...
Thousands join Feminist March in Amsterdam, Halsema speaks at Carré: 'We are not in a good position'
Cycling through India: this well-known Haarlemmer is doing it with his childhood friend
Joshua Nolet, a well-known resident of Haarlem, is participating in the new television program 'The Bicycle Race.' He is embarking on a cycling journey across India alongside a childhood friend.
‘Usually starts as a fairy tale’: how to recognize a toxic relationship?
Publicist Yesim Candan has released a book aimed at raising awareness about the warning signs of toxic relationships to help prevent femicide. The publication highlights that an (ex-)partner is respon...
Drost driving belt factory became successful thanks to the rise of Haarlem as an industrial city
The former Drost drive belt factory in Haarlem, once a key supplier for the city's industrial rise, has been preserved and transformed into the Oerkap restaurant and city beach. After serving as a tan...