Netherlands News in English

Coffee with Farhad Fatemi (Het Elan): You don't have rights, you are given them

Farhad Fatemi, leader of the political party Het Elan, is campaigning for the Amsterdam municipal elections with a focus on poverty reduction and debt relief. His key proposals include increasing tour...

Illustrator Marit Törnqvist reveals her mysterious world

Illustrator and author Marit Törnqvist shares insights into her creative process and personal inspirations from her studio in Amsterdam. Known for her collaborations with Astrid Lindgren, she discuss...

Supreme Court advised to partially retry Willem Engel case

The Advocate General has advised the Dutch Supreme Court that the case against Viruswaarheid leader Willem Engel should be partially retried. Engel was previously sentenced to sixty hours of community...

Research into painkiller use for post-COVID withdrawn

Researchers at the Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam have temporarily withdrawn a study investigating the use of a painkiller to treat long-term COVID symptoms. The decision was made due to concerns reg...

Riley (20) from IJmuiden breaks through with his rap group POSLO: 'In April we have our own festival'

Twenty-year-old Riley Nack Martin from IJmuiden is achieving success with his rap group POSLO after winning the Rob Acda Award and performing at Bevrijdingspop in Haarlem. The group is expanding its i...

Tackling the climate crisis is more important than comfortable living

The article presents a weekly proposition asking readers for their opinions on whether addressing the climate crisis should take priority over housing comfort. It invites the audience to participate i...

Hagen Quartet visits the Concertgebouw one last time this Friday: an emotional farewell

GVB adjusts route network and timetable

GVB is adjusting its public transport network and timetable in Amsterdam, which may lead to changes in routes for passengers. The article provides details on how these modifications will affect travel...

A9 closed this weekend, more traffic expected on A10

The A9 highway between Holendrecht and Badhoevedorp is closed in both directions this weekend for widening works, with travel delays of up to 30 minutes expected. Traffic is being diverted via the A10...

Lieke van Lexmond’s moon calendar was nothing compared to celebrity spiritual babble

Public Prosecution Service appeals Stint case

The Dutch Public Prosecution Service (OM) has filed an appeal against the court's verdict regarding the fatal Stint accident in Oss. The prosecution stated it disagrees with the court's reasoning and ...

From mop to tattoo: Household Fair changes with the times

The Huishoudbeurs at RAI Amsterdam is attracting a younger demographic by incorporating social media trends like 'clean-fluencing' alongside traditional household product demonstrations. The nearly 80...

Over four months in prison after violent shoplifting at Haarlem Albert Heijn, duo filled sports bag with nearly forty packs of coffee

A 33-year-old man has been sentenced to over four months in prison for a violent shoplifting incident at an Albert Heijn in Haarlem. In January 2024, the man and an accomplice stole nearly forty packs...

Inspiring afternoon at 't Mosterdzaadje: singer Nien Besselink and pianist Sjoerd Brouwer

Singer Nien Besselink and pianist Sjoerd Brouwer will perform at 't Mosterdzaadje on March 7. The concert features a collection of moving and humorous songs exploring various aspects of life.

Odido data breach concerns justified: What to watch for and how to know if you're affected

Current and former customers of the Dutch telecom provider Odido are expressing concern following a serious data breach. The hack is considered significant as it could potentially lead to financial is...

Jozef Church Preservation Association not giving up: 'We will go to any lengths to prevent demolition'

The Association for the Preservation of the Jozefkerk and Rectory is fighting to prevent the demolition of the Jozefkerk monument in Hillegom. While the municipality plans to preserve only parts of th...

Denise, Bob and Pip live freely on a ship: 'When it storms, I shouldn't watch a movie with subtitles'

Bob Juist and Denise Smit live with their daughter Pip on a renovated residential ship near Purmerend. Despite Denise's initial hesitation about living on the water, the family now enjoys their unique...

Drinking water company PWN ordered to provide customer data to tax collector; Cocensus wins court case for sewage tax

The Dutch drinking water company PWN has been ordered by a court to provide customer data to tax collector Cocensus. This information is deemed necessary for the accurate assessment and collection of ...

Arthur noticed strong reactions to scents: now he ensures businesses have the right fragrance

Arthur Stuivenberg, an entrepreneur based in Baarn, helps businesses and institutions improve their first impressions by implementing specific scents in their facilities. He asserts that 75% of the em...

Utrecht mayor critical of university security

Utrecht Mayor Sharon Dijksma has criticized Utrecht University for failing to implement sufficient security measures to prevent building occupations. The mayor's comments follow several incidents in w...

Bryan Adams to perform at Ziggo Dome on October 14

Canadian singer Bryan Adams is scheduled to perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on October 14. The concert is part of his 'Roll With The Punches' world tour and was announced by organizer MOJO on F...

Sluisplein apartments emerge from scaffolding: A completely new look for Old IJmuiden

The 95 new apartments at Sluisplein in IJmuiden are nearing completion as the scaffolding has been removed, significantly altering the local landscape. Buyers are expected to receive their keys in Aug...

Café Noorderlicht in Amsterdam-Noord makes hoped-for relaunch: 'Glad we were given the chance'

Build homes on the asylum seeker center site in Santpoort-Zuid

The article presents a weekly proposition asking for reader opinions on building housing on the current asylum seekers' center site in Santpoort-Zuid. It invites the public to share their views on the...

Fewer counterfeit euro banknotes in circulation: decline continues

The number of counterfeit euro banknotes intercepted in the Netherlands decreased by 26% in 2025, with 17,900 forgeries found compared to 24,100 in 2024. The 50 euro note remains the most frequently c...

Chaos over Box 3: what is the current status of wealth tax?

The Dutch government is facing significant uncertainty regarding 'Box 3' wealth tax legislation due to conflicting decisions between the House of Representatives and the new cabinet. This political in...

Flemming to release new album with only duets in mid-April

Dutch singer FLEMMING is set to release his third studio album, titled 'Samen Is Leuker Dan Alleen', on April 17. The album will exclusively feature duets with various Dutch artists from a wide range ...

Dutch prison service DJI hit by data breach

The Dutch Custodial Institutions Agency (DJI) has confirmed a data leak involving the personal information of its staff members. According to a spokesperson, the breach exposed employee email addresse...

Do it before it's too late: indebuurt is giving away cool prizes and time is running out

The Dutch local news platform indebuurt is celebrating its tenth anniversary by hosting a prize giveaway for its readers. This is the final opportunity for users to participate and enter for a chance ...

'Family association' Onze Gezellen has been a symbol of sportsmanship in Haarlem-Noord for a century: 'We want to be the club where everyone is welcome and can play sports in their own way'

The multi-sport club Onze Gezellen is celebrating a century of promoting sportsmanship and inclusivity in Haarlem-Noord. Known as OG, the association offers five disciplines including baseball, footba...