Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Major impact as ships must detour over 100 kilometers due to one-way traffic on the IJssel
Rijkswaterstaat has implemented one-way traffic on the IJssel river due to extremely low water levels. This measure is causing significant disruptions, forcing vessels to detour more than 100 kilomete...
Van Weel is the first to notice, but the other ministers have been warned as well
Minister of Justice David van Weel was forced to make a significant public apology to the opposition in the House of Representatives. This incident highlights the challenges faced by the current cabin...
Video: NDSM wharf shooter throws gun into water, leashes dog and waits for police
Newly released footage shows a suspect acting erratically and disposing of a firearm in the water following a shooting at Amsterdam's NDSM wharf. The man was eventually arrested by police, who also re...
Frits Wester doesn't want to think about retirement: 'Still as fit as a young monkey'
Political reporter Frits Wester has announced that he has no plans to retire, as he views professional work as essential to his vitality and sense of purpose. The 64-year-old, who returned to work in ...
NH commemorates 150 years of the North Sea Canal
The North Sea Canal is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a new three-part documentary series from NH that explores the waterway's historical impact and future development. The series features per...
Man beaten into hospital on Reguliersdwarsstraat
A man was hospitalized early this morning following an assault on Reguliersdwarsstraat in central Amsterdam. Although initial reports suggested a stabbing, authorities confirmed no such weapon was use...
Police investigate youths from Southeast who proudly showed weapons to German YouTuber
Amsterdam police are investigating a viral YouTube video that shows masked youths in the Zuidoost district brandishing firearms. Mayor Femke Halsema has condemned the behavior as concerning and confir...
Police investigate youths from Southeast who proudly showed weapons to German YouTuber
Amsterdam police have launched an investigation after a video featuring masked youths brandishing firearms in the city's Southeast district appeared on YouTube. Mayor Femke Halsema described the foota...
Braid lesson for your daughter: Faizi brings girl dads together in Amsterdam
Faizi Nazir has started an initiative in Amsterdam called Papa’s & Pony’s, which teaches fathers how to braid their daughters' hair while providing a space for open discussions about parenting. Th...
Ronald Koeman after loss of Bartina: 'Love and support from people gave us strength'
Ronald Koeman has thanked the public for their support following the death of his wife, Bartina Koeman, who passed away at 65 after battling breast cancer. The football community has honored her memor...
Large majority of Dutch parliament on homeless drug nuisance: adjust mental healthcare funding
A majority of the Dutch parliament supports reforming mental healthcare financing to provide better care for homeless individuals with complex addiction issues. Lawmakers aim to address gaps in the cu...
Majority of Dutch parliament on drug nuisance by homeless: adjust mental health care funding
A coalition of Dutch political parties is advocating for a reform of mental health care funding to better support homeless individuals struggling with drug addiction. Lawmakers argue that the current ...
Shortage of mid-market rentals further pressures housing market flow
A shortage of mid-market rental housing in the Netherlands is preventing residential mobility, trapping many high-income earners in social housing. Although the government has launched an action plan ...
PRO and Volt join forces in cabinet negotiations
Political parties PRO and Volt have joined forces to negotiate the 2027 budget with the Dutch government. Their combined support would grant the minority cabinet a majority in both houses of parliamen...
Maaike Ouboter stops drinking while touring: ‘It affects my voice, especially when my immunity is low’
Singer-songwriter Maaike Ouboter shares in a recent interview that she has stopped drinking alcohol while touring because it negatively affects her voice. She also discusses her new interest in boxing...
Study on the effect of violent social media content on youth criminal behavior
Professor Evelien Hoeben is investigating how violent social media content influences youth criminal behavior, a topic brought to light by a fatal shooting in Amsterdam's Piet Wiedijkpark. Her researc...
What we know about deadly Amsterdam shooting: ‘Suspect was in prison where victim worked’
Marcel Blijd, a prison official at the Zaanstad Judicial Complex, was fatally shot while at a terrace on Amsterdam's NDSM wharf. Police have arrested a suspect who reportedly served time in the prison...
Martin Gaus happy with life out of the spotlight despite health problems
Eighty-two-year-old Dutch television personality Martin Gaus is facing serious health challenges, including Parkinson's disease and heart issues, which have led him to scale back his daily life. Gaus ...
Alderman sees problems with trash bins due to can collectors, but wants to keep deposit scheme
Amsterdam Alderman Lian Heinhuis acknowledges that the current deposit scheme for cans is causing litter and bin damage, but she opposes ending the program prematurely. To address the issue, the city ...
Haarlem Christmas Market to remain a three-day event for the coming years
The Haarlem Christmas market will continue as a traditional three-day event after city officials narrowly rejected a proposal to turn it into a multi-week winter festival. Instead, the municipality pl...
André Hazes will not perform in 2027 due to vocal problems
André Hazes will not perform at the 2027 Holland Zingt Hazes concerts due to ongoing vocal problems. The artist is currently exploring other ways to be involved in the events, which will take place i...
Ajax reports modest profit of two million euros for last season
Ajax has announced a net profit of two million euros for the past season, reversing a previous multi-million euro loss. The financial recovery was largely driven by significant player transfer income,...
Minister demands action against Google and Meta following outcry from MPs: We won't leave tech giants alone
Dutch Minister Rianne Letschert is demanding that tech giants like Google and Meta take more active responsibility for removing AI-generated sexual deepfakes. New European legislation is expected to i...
Man shot dead on terrace right next to stroller; this is what we know now
A man was shot and killed on a crowded terrace at the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam this afternoon following an altercation with another man. The suspect was arrested at the scene after police discovered a ...
Police and Customs seize bags of vapes at business park in Hoofddorp
Police and Customs officials confiscated bags of illegal vapes and nicotine pouches during a raid at a business park in Hoofddorp. Authorities have not yet disclosed the specific details of the invest...
KNVB Cup first round draw: Telstar hosts Almere, Volendam travels to Eindhoven
The KNVB Cup first round draw features various pairings, including Telstar hosting Almere City and JOS Watergraafsmeer taking on NAC Breda. Professional clubs competing in Europe are exempt from this ...
Bankrupt but Batavus and Sparta bikes are still flying off the shelves
Despite the bankruptcy of parent company Accell Group, popular bike brands like Batavus and Sparta continue to sell well using existing warehouse stock. Industry experts are optimistic about a swift a...
Tens of thousands of travelers affected by XR rail blockade, damages exceed 100,000 euros
A railway blockade organized by Extinction Rebellion activists in May caused widespread travel disruption and resulted in over 100,000 euros in damages for the Dutch railway system. Authorities have c...
How to save fuel if you still want to take the car
Motorists can reduce fuel consumption by adopting smoother driving habits, such as shifting gears early and avoiding unnecessary braking. Additional savings can be achieved by maintaining proper tire ...
Cabinet must beware of this finding by Jan Struijs
The Dutch minority government is facing significant pressure as a empowered opposition challenges its policies on issues ranging from police statistics to abortion. These political tensions have recen...