Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Rijkswaterstaat: Only take to the road if necessary during extreme heat
Rijkswaterstaat advises Dutch motorists to only travel on Friday if necessary due to an extreme heatwave. With the KNMI issuing a code red warning for most of the country, those who must go on the roa...
Koster has new strategic role in women's football at Ajax
Daphne Koster has been appointed as the new head of strategy for women's football at Ajax. The Amsterdam-based club announced the transition on Thursday, noting that she officially started her new rol...
Puikman flexible housing locations open two months longer: tenants can stay until November 30
The municipal executive of Castricum has announced that temporary housing units at Puikman will remain open for two additional months, until November 30. This extension allows current tenants to stay ...
Significant drop in Haarlem severe weather damage last year, rainfall costs lowest since 2017
Private property damage caused by severe weather in Haarlem fell to 919,000 euros last year, reaching its lowest level since 2017. This figure represents a significant decrease compared to the previou...
Zandvoort merged school to continue as Het Schelpenpad
The Hannie Schaft and Mariaschool in Zandvoort, which merged at the beginning of the school year, have officially adopted the name 'Het Schelpenpad.' The new name was unveiled during a festive ceremon...
Red Cross calls for opening of ‘cool spaces’
The Red Cross and Climate Alliance Netherlands are calling on public building owners to open cool spaces for those without cooling options during extreme heat. The request follows a code red warning i...
Dutch fans celebrate in a still-dry Kansas City
Dutch football fans gathered in Kansas City to celebrate ahead of the national team's final World Cup group match against Tunisia. The event featured performances by artists such as FeestDJRuud and Yv...
Theo celebrates his 88th birthday on a bike with Maureen: 'A person who feels the cold doesn't suffer much from the heat'
Theo celebrated his 88th birthday by cycling with his daughter Maureen during a significant heatwave. They stopped at a ferry for refreshments, remaining undeterred by the high temperatures.
Water guns and rest breaks during sweltering Nieuw-Vennep Festival Week: ‘Teams want to win, but safety first’
The annual festival week in Nieuw-Vennep is continuing despite a code orange heat warning, with organizers implementing extra rest breaks and shorter event segments to ensure participant safety. Atten...
First code red for heat in part of the country on Friday
For the first time, a code red weather warning for extreme heat has been issued for a large part of the Netherlands this Friday. The alert applies to most regions except for the northern provinces and...
First code red for heat in much of the country on Friday
A code red weather alarm for extreme heat has been issued for a large part of the Netherlands for the first time, effective this Friday. The warning applies to most of the country, though the province...
Katia Garcia first woman to referee a Dutch national team World Cup match: ‘She is calm, but fierce when necessary’
Katia Garcia will become the first female referee in World Cup history to officiate a match involving the Dutch national team. The 33-year-old official is scheduled to lead the game taking place early...
André receives support after addressing city council on day out for Phila Boschpark: ‘Residents rarely get outside for more than a short walk’
André, a resident of Phila Boschpark, addressed the city council to highlight the lack of recreational outings for residents with disabilities due to logistical and financial challenges. His appeal r...
Stephen Cheney organizes stage for pop bands with Haarlem Shakes!: ‘First time some get paid for performing’
Stephen Cheney has launched "Haarlem Shakes!" to provide a new performance platform for pop bands in Haarlem, addressing the decline of local venues for non-professional musicians. The initiative aims...
Emergency services dispatched to nursing home due to heat, residents moved to cooler rooms
Emergency services responded to a nursing home in Amsterdam-Noord after indoor temperatures became dangerously high for residents during extreme heat. Firefighters assisted in moving residents to cool...
Red Cross opens donation account for aid to Venezuela
The Red Cross has opened donation account 5125 to support relief efforts following a double earthquake in Venezuela. The organization reports that thousands of people are in urgent need of food, water...
Debate over the new Haarlemmermeer coalition: Read all the reactions in our live blog
A liveblog provides real-time updates on the debate regarding the new coalition agreement in Haarlemmermeer, which is taking place in Hoofddorp. Reporter Frederique Teillers is covering the responses ...
Tata Steel names Herman van der Meyden as successor to Donald Pols
Herman van der Meyden has been appointed as the new director of communications and public affairs at Tata Steel. He succeeds Donald Pols, who was dismissed after just one day in the position following...
State Secretary yet to choose preferred option for Moerdijk
State Secretary Jo-Annes de Bat has postponed selecting a final plan for industrial and energy expansion near Moerdijk to further evaluate a scenario where the village remains intact. He intends to di...
Tielen wants to hear from inspectorate why FVD school was approved
State Secretary Judith Tielen has requested an explanation from the Education Inspectorate regarding the approval of a primary school affiliated with the Forum for Democracy (FVD) party. The school is...
Going to the beach with children in this heat? Dermatologist recommends UV-protective clothing
Dermatologist Göran van Rooijen from Spaarne Gasthuis provides safety advice for families visiting the beach during extreme heat in the Netherlands. He specifically recommends that children wear UV-p...
Flamboyant shirt sparks reactions: ‘Woke trash, go back to your own country’. Danielle Kliwon doesn’t think they are referring to Guus Til
The Dutch national football team's new warm-up shirt, designed by Amsterdam-based streetwear brand Patta, has sparked diverse reactions for its flamboyant design representing cultural diversity. Featu...
Castricum swimming pool to cost nearly €1.8 million more: three parties demand clarity over missing information and design choices
Three political parties in Castricum are seeking urgent clarification from the municipal executive after the budget for a new swimming pool at Noord-End sports park reportedly increased by nearly 1.8 ...
Joop van den Ende becomes sixth person ever to receive Golden Televizier Lifetime Achievement Award
Joop van den Ende has been awarded the Golden Televizier Lifetime Achievement Award for his significant contributions to the Dutch television industry. He is only the sixth person in history to receiv...
Samen Sterk Heemstede wants to scrap 't Groot Clooster bike path
The political party Samen Sterk Heemstede (SSH) will submit a motion during Thursday's city council meeting to cancel plans for a bicycle route through the 't Groot Clooster area. The party is calling...
Water fun ruined as jellyfish swarm beaches: 'Conditions are now ideal for them'
Large numbers of jellyfish are appearing along the Dutch coastline due to ideal warm weather conditions. This influx is discouraging beachgoers from swimming despite the ongoing tropical heatwave.
Employees under 45 more likely to take sick leave for mental health issues
Employees under the age of 45 are increasingly experiencing absenteeism due to psychological issues such as burnout, anxiety, and extreme fatigue. Data shows that 60 percent of this age group was abse...
Many bridges in North Holland not operated during heat
At least fifteen movable bridges in the province of Noord-Holland will not be operated until Sunday due to persistent heat. The bridges will remain closed to boat traffic between 10:00 and 21:00 daily...
New swimming beach in Zuidoost also accessible for wheelchair users
A new swimming beach has opened on the north shore of the Gaasperplas in Amsterdam Zuidoost. The facility is specifically designed to be accessible for individuals with physical disabilities, includin...
Firefighters rescue disabled woman on bicycle from ditch in Spaarndam
A disabled woman was rescued from a ditch by the fire department on Thursday afternoon after falling into the water with her bicycle in Spaarndam. The cause of the incident on the Kerkweg is currently...