Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Water board warns: North Holland not well prepared for rising sea levels
Water board official Bea de Buisonjé warns that North Holland is ill-prepared for rising sea levels, noting that traditional technical solutions are no longer sufficient. Authorities are calling for ...
Video | Maarten Spanjer passes away: watch his role as Gerben in The Skippers of the Kameleon
Dutch actor Maarten Spanjer, known for his role as Gerben in De Schippers van de Kameleon, has died at the age of 78 following a year-long battle with cancer. He had been diagnosed with both bladder a...
Screen time | Facebook film raises painful question: has anything changed at Meta?
Meta continues to face criticism regarding privacy concerns with its wearable technology and its influence on societal polarization. The release of the film The Social Reckoning, based on whistleblowe...
Actor and writer Maarten Spanjer dies at age 73
Actor and author Maarten Spanjer has died at the age of 73 following a rapid decline in his health. Known for his roles in the film Spetters and the television program Taxi, he passed away in hospice ...
Our tips for the best free parties during Amsterdam Dance Event
The 30th edition of the Amsterdam Dance Event is approaching, offering a wide array of performances across the city. Attendees who missed out on sold-out tickets can still enjoy various free events, i...
Our tips for the best free parties during Amsterdam Dance Event
The 30th edition of the Amsterdam Dance Event offers numerous free performances across the city despite many main events selling out. Attendees can enjoy a diverse range of genres, including house, te...
The interim assessment of Project Cruyff: 8 conclusions on his mission at Ajax
Jordi Cruijff has reached his 250th day as a leader at Ajax, prompting an evaluation of his influence on the club's operations. Eight specific conclusions have been drawn regarding his mission as the ...
Gas price hike unstoppable: 2 euros per cubic meter in sight
Natural gas prices in the Netherlands are climbing toward 2 euros per cubic meter due to international market pressures and rising costs. Consumers are increasingly seeking long-term fixed contracts t...
30 years of ADE: how a small networking conference grew into the world's largest dance marathon
The Amsterdam Dance Event is celebrating its 30th anniversary, having grown from a small industry gathering into the world's largest dance festival. Over the past three decades, the event has helped t...
The insane week at Albert Heijn: ‘We grabbed things at random and sent them to stores’
Dutch supermarket chain Albert Heijn recently experienced a significant cyber incident that forced them to take many internal systems offline. The disruption impacted both warehouse operations and ret...
Dandy and contrarian Whistler cared little for anatomy in his portraits: harmony took precedence over reality
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam is presenting a major retrospective on the British-American artist James McNeill Whistler, known for his nonconformist approach to traditional painting. The exhibition...
Exhibition reveals how the former owners of Huis Willet-Holthuysen were deeply involved in the slave trade
An exhibition at Museum Huis Willet-Holthuysen in Amsterdam explores how the residence's 18th-century owners profited from the colonial slave trade. The display details how the city's canal district s...
The first time I saw Cabaret, I thought writer Joe Masteroff was a visionary
This column discusses the film Spinoza and the musical Cabaret, both of which explore historical themes of freedom and social progress that remain relevant today. By reflecting on the fictionalized fr...
Stewardess Mikky Keetels (27) became Dutch marathon champion without a coach, now she wants to reach the Olympics: ‘I try to learn from every race’
Stewardess and runner Mikky Keetels, the reigning Dutch marathon champion, is preparing to compete in the Amsterdam Marathon this Sunday. The 27-year-old athlete, who trains without a coach while bala...
IDFA film festival sounds alarm over higher tourist tax: 'Amsterdam is pricing itself out of the market for cultural events'
The IDFA documentary festival warns that rising hotel VAT and tourist taxes are making it difficult to host international cultural events in Amsterdam. Festival director Cees van 't Hullenaar states t...
The Amsterdam of children's book author Kevin Hassing: 'T's Teabar on the Jan Evertsenstraat is the best place to meet up'
Children's book author and actor Kevin Hassing discusses his favorite local spots in Amsterdam and the ongoing musical tour of his popular series. He highlights his preferred eateries and shops while ...
ITA turns The Copenhagen Trilogy away from 1930s realism: Theater is a live event
ITA's production of Tove Ditlevsen's The Copenhagen Trilogy avoids a realistic stage adaptation. The company emphasizes the importance of theater as a live, immediate event rather than a historical re...
Future of key climate report uncertain after failed negotiations
Negotiations for the next IPCC climate assessment report have stalled due to disagreements over its release timeline and budget. While many countries want the report ready for the 2028 international c...
Roxeanne Hazes found the sound for her new album after a good nervous breakdown
Singer Roxeanne Hazes has released her new album, Tranen In De Giftshop, after overcoming creative doubts and focusing on a more authentic, nostalgic sound. The record features deeply personal tracks ...
Family ‘pitches’ grandma during this Amsterdam dating night: ‘There’s no need for fooling around, friendship is also welcome’
During the Week Against Loneliness, a special dating event in Amsterdam allows families to help their relatives over the age of 65 find new companions. Participants are open to finding romantic love o...
Vacancy | NU.nl is looking for a social economy and healthcare reporter
NU.nl is hiring a reporter specializing in social economy and healthcare to produce original, investigative stories for its audience. The full-time position requires three years of experience and is b...
Karremans on scrapping traffic plans: It hurts, but we have a huge problem
Minister Vincent Karremans has announced that new infrastructure projects will be cancelled to address a multi-billion euro deficit. The government is prioritizing the urgent maintenance of aging brid...
Albert Heijn online grocery delivery unavailable until at least Tuesday, customer data appears safe for now
Albert Heijn has suspended all online grocery deliveries until at least Tuesday due to a cyber incident that also took down its websites and apps. While the supermarket reports no evidence of data the...
Buying cheap cigarettes in Germany? Excise duties are rising sharply there too
Germany has approved major increases to tobacco taxes and introduced new levies on sugary soft drinks and certain alcoholic beverages. These measures, aimed at improving public health and boosting gov...
Insurers: fewer home fire damage claims in Haarlem again last year
The number of residential fire insurance claims and fire department interventions in Haarlem decreased last year. However, the total cost of damages remains high due to inflation and rising constructi...
ANWB acquires NextEnergy to become a major player in the energy market
The ANWB is acquiring energy supplier NextEnergy to expand its presence and capabilities in the dynamic energy market. The merger, which still requires regulatory approval, will allow the ANWB to leve...
Writer, poet, and filmmaker Nafiss Nia (58) brings poetry to the streets of Amsterdam with 'Poetry on the Sidewalk': 'Before you know it, you're enchanted'
Nafiss Nia, a poet and filmmaker, has founded the Poëzie op de stoep initiative to bring literature into the public spaces of Amsterdam. The project aims to foster community connection by displaying ...
More overnight stays in Amsterdam again, but fewer visitors from outside Europe
Amsterdam expects 24.4 million overnight stays in 2026, driven by continuous growth despite a drop in visitors from outside Europe. To manage the pressure of mass tourism and address resident concerns...
New artists exhibit work in Museumplein parking garage: "This is perfect"
Twenty young artists are displaying their work for one night in the parking garage under Amsterdam's Museumplein. The exhibition, organized to provide exposure for recent graduates, is open this eveni...
New setback for Zuidasdok: further delays and major concerns over funding
The Zuidasdok infrastructure project in Amsterdam faces significant delays and a funding shortfall of over one billion euros, leaving the completion of critical tunnels uncertain. Local officials are ...