Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Historic North Sea Canal celebrates 150th anniversary with special TV series
The North Sea Canal is marking its 150th anniversary with a commemorative three-part television series. Constructed in the 19th century to improve access for larger ships to Amsterdam, the canal trans...
Josje Huisman temporarily returns to K3 for Studio 100 singalong
Josje Huisman is returning to K3 temporarily to replace Hanne Verbruggen, who is going on maternity leave during the Studio 100 SingAlong in Symphony tour. The performances will take place in the Neth...
Screen Time | Trump fans the AI flames further as regulations remain absent
President Donald Trump and tech executives have agreed to a set of voluntary safety standards for artificial intelligence, though critics argue that self-regulation is insufficient compared to formal ...
Netherlands no longer on Eurovision Song Contest board following boycott
The Netherlands has lost its seat on the Eurovision Song Contest's Reference Group after the Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS withdrew from the competition. While the governing body is currently undergoing ...
At the Eye restaurant, even the wine tastes like juice and sawdust
Mara Grimm visited the restaurant at the Eye Filmmuseum for a monthly review. She noted that while the food is visually appealing, the actual taste and quality of the dishes are disappointing.
Wallis (33) from Scotland thinks we shouldn't complain so much about Amsterdam: 'This city is amazing in every phase of life'
Scottish native Wallis Grant, who moved to Amsterdam for her studies, now resides in the city's Oost district with her family. She rejects common complaints about the city, arguing that Amsterdam is a...
Were the Dutch ever truly tolerant of gay people? Researcher Linda Duits doesn't think so: 'But now the aversion is open'
Social scientist Linda Duits argues that historical claims of Dutch tolerance regarding homosexuality and women's rights are being challenged by current social trends. She notes that support for these...
Amsterdam firefighters climb Mount Kilimanjaro to process traumatic incidents
A team of Amsterdam firefighters is traveling to Tanzania to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in an effort to process traumatic incidents and build mental resilience. Led by experienced personnel like Peter We...
Ramez Ramzy (33) had to sell half of his hospitality empire: 'Of course I look in the mirror to see what went wrong. But I'm not dwelling on it'
Entrepreneur Ramez Ramzy has sold nearly half of his hospitality businesses following a period of over-expansion after the pandemic. He is now focused on improving the value of his remaining venues ra...
Karin Sitalsing reconstructs the journey of a Groningen baker's son who served as a cook on the Titanic and died in the freezing waves
Author Karin Sitalsing reconstructs the life and final journey of Hendrik Bolhuis, a chef from Groningen who died during the sinking of the Titanic in 1912. The account draws on historical research an...
Truly Naked wins six out of seven Golden Calf nominations
The film Truly Naked achieved major success at the Gouden Kalveren, winning six awards including best film, directing, and screenplay. Other winners included BASTA for best drama series, as well as se...
Six Golden Calves for ‘Truly Naked’, Daan Buringa named best actor
Muriel d’Ansembourg’s Truly Naked dominated the 46th Netherlands Film Festival, securing six Golden Calf awards including Best Feature Film. Other notable winners included actor Daan Buringa, the ...
Car flips onto roof at A10-West exit, driver taken to hospital
A female driver was hospitalized following a single-vehicle accident on Friday evening near the A10-West exit in Amsterdam. The car overturned and struck a traffic light, though the exact cause of the...
Car lands on its roof near A10 West, two injured
Two people were taken to the hospital after their car flipped over on the Henk Sneevlietweg near the A10 West exit in Amsterdam. The accident resulted in the closure of the ramp to the A4 and A10 Sout...
Vibrations forbidden in new VU building: "We measure down to the billionth of a second"
The Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam has opened a new research building designed with advanced concrete foundations to block vibrations from nearby traffic and public transport. These specialized measu...
Tesla on track to avoid new sales decline after strong quarter
Tesla is seeing a rebound in global sales due to the release of cheaper Model 3 and Model Y variants, aiming to reach a record 1.8 million vehicles this year. In the Netherlands, the brand is also per...
Consumers pay more for other products due to high energy prices
Surging energy prices caused by the Iran-US conflict are driving inflation in the Netherlands, leading to higher costs for fuel, food, and various consumer goods. Economists predict that while the imp...
Open House Day in Haarlem: 324 homes between 275,000 and 3,100,000 euros available for viewing
On October 3, the NVM Open Huizen Dag allows prospective buyers to visit 324 homes in Haarlem without an appointment. Prices for these properties range from 275,000 to 3.1 million euros, though expert...
Turn in fireworks without penalty in East: "There are some really dangerous items among them"
Residents in Amsterdam handed over nearly 350 kilograms of fireworks, including illegal items, during a one-day government-organized amnesty event at Sportpark Voorland. The initiative aims to help ci...
KLM names first Airbus A350 The Night Watch, but business class seats cannot be used yet
KLM has officially received its first Airbus A350, which has been named De Nachtwacht, following its flight from the factory in Toulouse to Schiphol Airport. Although the aircraft has arrived, the air...
Soundos still suffering from jet ski accident: 'Lost my love for water'
Comedian Soundos El Ahmadi recently revealed that she still struggles with the psychological trauma caused by a past jet ski accident. During an appearance with presenter Beau van Erven Dorens, she ac...
Public Prosecution Service drops case regarding death threats against Lale Gül: 'Completely abandoned'
The Public Prosecution Service has dropped a criminal case involving a death threat made against author Lale Gül in Utrecht. Gül expressed disbelief and anger over the decision, arguing that suffici...
Singaporean artist Ho Tzu Nyen named associate artist for Holland Festival anniversary
Singaporean artist Ho Tzu Nyen has been appointed as the associate artist for the 2027 edition of the Holland Festival. The festival will open with the European premiere of the jazz opera Champion, wh...
Olcay Gulsen injured after watch robbery in Amsterdam: 'Ridiculous'
Entrepreneur Olcay Gulsen sustained injuries during a violent watch robbery outside her office in Amsterdam. She has filed a police report and authorities are currently searching for two suspects who ...
Eddy Keur leaves NPO Radio 2 due to limited hours: 'Couldn't offer anything extra'
Radio DJ Eddy Keur is leaving NPO Radio 2 because the station could not offer him more hours following the cancellation of night broadcasts. Keur is currently considering a new offer but remains open ...
Trump can be satisfied: Netherlands brings two storage tanks full of diesel and gasoline to market
The Netherlands has released over 750,000 barrels of diesel and gasoline from its strategic reserves, fulfilling a long-planned commitment to the International Energy Agency. Although the timing align...
Fireworks surrender scheme yields 254 kilos in Haarlem
A fireworks collection drive in Haarlem resulted in the safe surrender of 254 kilograms of fireworks and emergency flares. The event provided residents with a way to dispose of restricted items anonym...
Financial milestones every expat hits in their first couple of years in the Netherlands
Expats moving to the Netherlands must navigate various financial milestones, starting with basic administrative requirements like obtaining a BSN number and opening a local bank account. Over time, th...
If you're going to eat chocolate spread, you might as well choose the best: Elleke is behind every taste test
Journalist Elleke van Duin has compiled years of professional product taste tests for the AD into a new book titled Voor jou geproefd. By coordinating expert panels, she helps consumers identify the h...
Dutch royal house earned over half a billion euros from colonial past
A historical study has revealed that the Dutch royal house accumulated over 566 million euros from colonial activities in the East Indies, West Africa, and the Americas between 1600 and 2025. While th...