Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
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 ...
Freek Gillissen (1955-2026) was a tower of strength for people with dementia and their loved ones
Freek Gillissen, a nursing consultant and co-founder of Alzheimercentrum Amsterdam, has died at the age of 71. He was highly regarded for his commitment to supporting both dementia patients and their ...
Why Yesilgöz is not panicking now that the VVD is taking a hit
This article discusses current Dutch political issues, including government efforts to manage infrastructure funding amidst budget cuts. It also touches upon parliamentary dynamics regarding tax plans...
Food banks relieved as Albert Heijn resumes operations: steady flow of donations restarts
Albert Heijn has restored its distribution operations, allowing the resumption of vital food donations to Voedselbanken Nederland after a brief disruption. The partnership is critical for the organiza...
Relief prevails: funding for Nedersaksenlijn, Eindhoven station, and Haringvliet bridge
The Dutch government has allocated billions of euros for major infrastructure projects, including the Nedersaksenlijn, improvements to Eindhoven Central Station, and the renovation of critical bridges...
Cabinet makes tough choices: see here which new traffic projects will proceed and which will not for now
The Dutch government is shifting 18 billion euros toward the maintenance and repair of existing infrastructure rather than investing in new expansion projects. As a result, numerous motorway expansion...
Netflix pulls AI-dubbed children's series full of language errors offline
Netflix has removed the children's series Spike due to significant backlash over poor-quality AI dubbing and grammatically incorrect translations. Experts have warned that the show's flawed language c...
Mayor closes premises after discovery of illegal sex club
Mayor Jos Wienen of Haarlem has ordered a three-month closure of a building on the Baan after an illegal, unlicensed sex club was discovered operating there. Authorities identified signs of potential ...
Quay along the Donkere Spaarne closed off
A section of the quay along the Donkere Spaarne in Haarlem is closing on October 20 due to the rapid deterioration of a retaining wall built in 1930. The city is implementing traffic adjustments, incl...
Millions of households feel the impact of rising energy prices in their wallets
Rising wholesale gas prices driven by international instability are forcing millions of households in the Netherlands to face higher energy costs upon contract renewal. The Authority for Consumers and...
No funding for Zuidasdok megaproject in new cabinet plans
The Dutch government has frozen funding for the northern part of the Zuidasdok project to prioritize the maintenance of existing national infrastructure. This decision delays one of the country's larg...
Protester who downplayed the Holocaust receives suspended community service
A man in Amsterdam received a fully suspended sentence for making antisemitic remarks during a pro-Palestinian protest and insulting police officers. The court ruled his comments regarding the Holocau...
André Hazes considered drinking again due to vocal problems: 'Far gone'
André Hazes has announced that he must pause his singing career due to persistent vocal problems that prevent him from performing. The singer admitted that the stress of the situation led him to brie...
Health Minister Hermans after SGP motion: Parties are attacking abortion rights, I will continue to defend them
Health Minister Sophie Hermans is facing criticism and a motion of disapproval from the SGP for refusing to stop an exploration into abortion procedures performed between 22 and 24 weeks of pregnancy....
Apax becomes sole owner of Odido in multi-billion deal
Private equity firm Apax Partners is acquiring full ownership of the Dutch telecommunications company Odido in a deal reportedly valued at 6.5 billion euros. The transaction is pending regulatory appr...
Rietje (87) trains for world record at 100: "I'm just going to try"
Eighty-seven-year-old Amsterdam resident Rietje Dijkman continues to train regularly for athletics competitions despite having two artificial hip replacements. She recently set a new Dutch record in t...
Hannah Mae struggled with panic and depression for a long time: 'Kept it to myself for a long time'
Singer Hannah Mae has spoken out about her past struggles with panic and depression, which she kept hidden for a long time while pursuing her music career. She overcame these challenges through therap...
Evelien de Bruijn to leave NPO Radio 2 due to budget cuts
Evelien de Bruijn will leave her position at NPO Radio 2 at the end of December due to budget cuts. Her Sunday time slot will be filled by Jorien Renkema as part of a wider reorganization of the stati...
Minister rejects women's quota for TU Delft for now: 'Legal change goes too far'
The Dutch Ministry of Education has blocked a proposal by TU Delft to reserve 30 percent of spots in its aerospace engineering program for female students. The ministry concluded that the quota is not...
From the Lelylijn to creaky bridges: what's at stake on Karremans' priority list
Infrastructure Minister Vincent Karremans is unveiling a priority list to manage an 80 billion euro budget shortfall by delaying new projects in favor of critical maintenance. The government is focusi...
Gasoline prices drop another 5 cents after a week of skyrocketing pump prices
Gasoline prices in the Netherlands have fallen by 5 cents, causing the cost of fuel to drop below the current price of diesel. This decline follows a volatile week of high energy costs driven by ongoi...
One injured in fire at garage under home in Diemen
A small fire broke out in a garage underneath a home in Diemen early Thursday morning, resulting in three people being assessed by medical staff. One individual was taken to the hospital for further c...
ETIAS travel authorization not yet mandatory, but fake websites are already offering them
Authorities warn that over 150 fraudulent websites are currently offering fake ETIAS travel authorizations, despite the official system not yet being active. Travelers are advised that when the progra...
Ajax’s structural weaknesses were exposed during the Conference League debacle against Hajduk Split
Ajax's recent performance against Hajduk Split highlighted long-standing structural issues, including ineffective flank play, poor pressing, and a recurring lack of physical fitness. Coach Míchel ack...
Ajax from hope and optimism to frustration and misery, and now Groningen is coming up next
Ajax is facing a period of intense crisis and frustration just two months into the season following a 2-1 defeat against Hajduk Split. The team now faces a difficult upcoming match at the Euroborg, a ...
Police and Public Prosecution Service will not launch investigation into Albert Heijn cyber incident
Dutch authorities will not launch a criminal investigation into the Albert Heijn cybersecurity incident because no sensitive customer data was stolen. Despite the lack of an official investigation, th...