Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Paulien Cornelisse's funeral to be held privately, date unknown
The funeral for writer and comedian Paulien Cornelisse will be held privately with no date currently announced. Cornelisse, who became a juror for De slimste mens in 2025, passed away following a peri...
Four arrests in Louis Couperusstraat for German ATM bombing, home full of explosive material
Four individuals were arrested in Amsterdam after police discovered explosive materials and a large amount of cash inside a residence on Louis Couperusstraat. The investigation is linked to a criminal...
Bol pulls 'inappropriate' AI video glasses with manipulation stickers from sale, still available elsewhere
Bol.com has removed stickers from its website that allowed users to hide the recording indicator lights on video glasses. The retailer decided to ban the products after concerns were raised regarding ...
Collision of two planes at Schiphol D-pier caused by inattention in the control tower
A collision between two KLM Boeing 737s at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol was attributed to communication errors in the traffic control tower. While no one was injured, both aircraft sustained significant...
How real estate 'cowboys' will face stricter supervision: 'First yellow, then red'
A new professional registry is being introduced in the Netherlands to combat misconduct and unethical practices among real estate agents. This initiative aims to increase oversight and accountability,...
'Tattookiller' Brian P. agrees to nearly 4-year sentence demand for arms and drug trafficking
Brian P., known as 'Tattookiller,' has agreed to a proposed prison sentence of three years and eight months for charges related to drug trafficking and illegal firearms possession. The Amsterdam court...
Butterflies are struggling, so Amsterdam is working on a butterfly highway: ‘We need to connect green spaces’
To combat declining butterfly populations caused by climate change and pesticide use, organizers in Amsterdam are creating a butterfly highway. The project aims to establish a network of interconnecte...
Is the city doing enough about the waste crisis? Opposition already critical of new trash cans
Amsterdam's city council is debating the effectiveness of new trash bins designed to address the city's ongoing waste crisis. While local officials argue these bins are part of a broader strategy, opp...
Two cleaning companies fined 700,000 euros after serious violations
Two cleaning companies were fined a combined 700,000 euros after inspectors discovered illegal cash payments, undocumented employees, and the use of staff without valid work permits. The Dutch Labor I...
Sun or rain? This is the weather forecast for October in Haarlem
Haarlem is set for a mild start to October with temperatures reaching up to 22 degrees before transitioning to more typical, unsettled autumn weather later in the month. Increased rainfall and cooler ...
Mold and excessive rent: Amsterdam landlord must repay over 15,000 euros
An Amsterdam landlord has been ordered to refund over 15,000 euros to tenants after a court found they were significantly overcharged and provided a property with maintenance defects like mold. The co...
These 16 Amsterdam restaurants with play areas are ideal for small children
A list of sixteen restaurants and cafes in Amsterdam has been highlighted for their family-friendly atmosphere and dedicated play areas. These venues are specifically recommended for parents who want ...
Eighteen kilos of cocaine found in crew member's carry-on after flight from Mexico to Schiphol
Customs officers at Schiphol Airport intercepted eighteen kilograms of cocaine found in the carry-on luggage of a crew member arriving from Mexico. The narcotics have been destroyed, and a specialized...
Cornald Maas is new jury chair of Annie M.G. Schmidt Prize
Cornald Maas has been named the new jury chairman for the Annie M.G. Schmidtprijs, an annual award honoring the best Dutch theater song. The announcement comes as the organization prepares for its upc...
Buffet van Odette on the Prinsengracht celebrates 25th anniversary: People often ask why we only have one restaurant
Buffet van Odette, a popular family-run restaurant located on the Prinsengracht, is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Founder Odette Rigterink credits the establishment's enduring success to its signa...
Austria makes cheap parcels more expensive again
Austria is introducing an additional 2 euro processing fee on small, non-EU packages starting November 1, following a broader EU customs charge implemented earlier this year. These stricter import rul...
Paulien Cornelisse's husband writes about her columns: 'A great gift'
The husband of the late writer Paulien Cornelisse has shared personal tributes to her work and revealed that she left behind a letter with instructions for him before her death at age fifty. Corneliss...
Unions threaten regional transport strikes over lack of collective labor agreement
Regional public transport unions have threatened to strike starting October 12 if a new collective labor agreement is not reached. The FNV union demands a 6 percent pay raise and better working condit...
Cabinet wants to spare small savers and investors after all, plans adjusted again
Finance Minister Eelco Heinen is adjusting tax plans for savings and investments following backlash over the potential impact on 850,000 small-scale savers. The government aims to revise the proposal ...
Musical Christmas program Scrooge Live to be filmed in Drenthe this year
The musical television special Scrooge Live, which highlights the issue of child poverty in the Netherlands, will be filmed in Drenthe this year. The event is scheduled to air on NPO 1 on December 20 ...
No explosives, just clothing found in abandoned suitcases at Haarlem station
Haarlem station was evacuated Tuesday morning after two abandoned suitcases raised suspicions of explosives, leading to a temporary halt in train traffic. Authorities later discovered only clothing in...
Anonymous fireworks drop-off at Haarlem ice rink
Residents in Haarlem-Noord can anonymously hand in illegal or surplus fireworks at a local collection point today. This initiative supports the national fireworks ban that has been in effect since Aug...
Fuel leaked into water possibly by navy vessel at NDSM wharf
Fuel has leaked into the water at the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam, prompting an investigation by local police and the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee. The spill is suspected to originate from the docked na...
More new passenger cars sold, electric vehicle sales reach record high
New car registrations in the Netherlands have seen a narrowing decline, with signs of market recovery toward the end of the year. Fully electric vehicles have reached a record 52.8 percent market shar...
Amsterdam scraps neighborhood budgets: residents can no longer vote on local funding
The City of Amsterdam is ending its neighborhood budget program, which allowed residents to vote on local improvement projects, due to limited resources and difficulties in reaching a broader demograp...
Spectacular transport across the IJ: VOC reconstruction Batavia leaves Amsterdam in steel support structure
The VOC ship reconstruction Batavia was transported to Amsterdam in September to undergo critical repairs for rot at a shipyard. It has been fitted with a steel support structure to ensure it can be s...
Dutch newspapers put photo of deceased Paulien Cornelisse on front page
Dutch newspapers are mourning the death of writer and columnist Paulien Cornelisse, dedicating front-page coverage to her memory and unique contributions to language. The beloved humorist, who had bee...
Batavia returns to Lelystad after two weeks
The historic VOC ship Batavia has left Amsterdam following a two-week restoration project to address severe wood rot on its hull. The vessel is now being towed back to Lelystad, where it will be perma...
Retail sales rise in August, largest growth in a year
Dutch retailers reported their highest revenue growth in a year during August 2026, with overall sales volume rising by 2.7 percent. The growth was led by the non-food sector and strong online sales, ...
Paulien Cornelisse shows that the sick don't have to end up as discarded ballast
The Dutch writer and comedian Paulien Cornelisse has passed away at the age of 50, leading to nationwide tributes and changes to television programming. Despite battling cancer, she continued her work...