Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Desert plant that can live for centuries on display in special Hortus greenhouse: "Truly amazing"
The Hortus Botanicus in Amsterdam has debuted a rare Welwitschia mirabilis desert plant housed in a specially designed, climate-controlled greenhouse. This unique plant, which can live for over 1,000 ...
Darryl ‘Insayno’ was Haarlem’s city poet for two days until comments on slavery and the Holocaust surfaced: ‘My plans for Haarlem will remain in the vault forever’
Rapper Darryl Danchelo Osenga, known as Insayno, reflects on his brief two-day tenure as Haarlem's city poet in 2020, which ended due to controversy over past lyrics comparing slavery to the Holocaust...
'We're not being taken seriously,' says resigning member of Schiphol Social Council
Jeroen Wester, an elected member of the Maatschappelijke Raad Schiphol (MRS), has resigned from his position, claiming the advisory board is treated as a "rubber stamp." He stated that the council is ...
Formula 1 flash auction at De Groene Ezel: Twenty collectibles to renovate front garden of Ons Huis Heemskerk Foundation: ‘You buy something nice and contribute to a good cause’
On Saturday, June 27, thrift store De Groene Ezel will hold a flash auction featuring twenty Formula 1 collectibles, such as signed posters and vintage t-shirts. All proceeds from the event will be do...
This 34-year-old D66 politician must solve the nitrogen crisis
Jaimi van Essen, a 34-year-old D66 minister, has been tasked with resolving the Netherlands' long-standing nitrogen crisis. As the cabinet prepares to release a new plan this week, Van Essen faces sig...
Neighborhood committee questions decision-making on Geesterduin 2.0 in Castricum
The Neighborhood Committee Regio Geesterhage has expressed concerns in an open letter regarding the decision-making process for the Geesterduin 2.0 development project in Castricum. The committee is q...
Oil price drops, but diesel and petrol prices at the pump rise by 1 cent tomorrow: how is that possible?
Gasoline and diesel prices at Dutch gas stations are set to increase by a maximum of one cent on Tuesday. This price hike occurs despite a significant drop in global oil prices on the international ma...
Code orange in central and southern regions from Wednesday due to extreme heat
The KNMI has issued a code orange warning for extreme heat in the central and southern regions of the Netherlands starting Wednesday at noon. Temperatures are expected to exceed 34 degrees Celsius dai...
End to solar panel subsidies: the sun rises for free, yet it still costs money
Starting in 2027, solar panel owners in the Netherlands will face increased costs as existing subsidies are phased out. Although solar energy itself is free, the financial benefits previously availabl...
This is why there is no water in the paddling pools in Velserbeek and Burgemeester Rijkenspark yet
Despite rising temperatures in Velsen, the paddling pools in Velserbeek and Burgemeester Rijkenspark have not yet been filled with water. Residents looking to cool off are currently visiting local bea...
Fire at Thai massage parlor in Zandvoort, two checked for smoke inhalation
A fire broke out in a Thai massage parlor on Louis Davidsstraat in Zandvoort on Monday afternoon. Emergency services, including the fire department and two ambulances, were dispatched to the scene, wh...
Former minister no longer remembers reason for late 2020 school closures
Former Dutch Education Minister Ingrid van Engelshoven told a parliamentary inquiry committee that she no longer recalls the specific reasons for closing schools in December 2020. During her testimony...
Deceased ABN Amro employee may have died from poisoning and drowning
A 39-year-old man is suspected of murdering his partner in their Amsterdam home by poisoning and drowning her, according to the Public Prosecution Service. The defense argues that the cause of death h...
Air conditioner demand quadruples after sweltering weekend
Demand for air conditioning units in the Netherlands has quadrupled following a sweltering weekend, according to local installers. Since 2020, annual sales in the country have consistently remained ab...
SBS6 pulls the plug on reality show with Jan Versteegh
Dutch broadcaster SBS6 has canceled the upcoming reality program 'Vijf Dagen Vast' hosted by Jan Versteegh. The decision to scrap the show was made following an evaluation of the initial recordings.
Bar Notelle in Beverwijk treats guests to free beer for every Dutch goal: promotion continues despite high-scoring win over Sweden
Bar owner Stef van der Zon in Beverwijk is offering patrons a free beer for every goal the Dutch national team scores during their matches. Despite the Netherlands scoring five times against Sweden re...
Family of Meerstad victims 'deeply moved'
The family and friends of a couple found dead in their Meerstad home on Thursday expressed their shock following the tragic events. Their 15-year-old daughter was arrested on suspicion of murdering he...
Almost Outside Reading Day in Haarlem! 5 must-reads according to popular BookTokker Marwa
Buitenleesdag (Outdoor Reading Day) takes place on Sunday, June 28, encouraging residents of Haarlem to read in local parks and on sunny terraces. The event features book recommendations from popular ...
FNV: Schiphol security guards have too little time for checks
The FNV union reports that over half of security guards at Schiphol Airport have insufficient time to perform safety checks correctly. This conclusion stems from an analysis of nearly 200 complaints f...
Rinus is a ‘Volkswagen guy’ who travels from show to show. ‘I really wanted a yellow one, and it was quite a search’
Rinus Drost, a vintage car enthusiast from IJmuiden, displayed his bright yellow 1966 Volkswagen Beetle at an oldtimer event at Broekbergenplein this Saturday. Drost, who frequently travels to car sho...
Zuiderbad no longer heated with natural gas
The historic Zuiderbad swimming pool in Amsterdam is transitioning away from natural gas by installing heat pumps and 263 solar panels, reducing its gas usage by 90%. This sustainability project for t...
Searching for traces of history during public day at Fort Island IJmuiden
On Sunday, July 5th, Fort Island IJmuiden will host a public day featuring culture-historical guided tours. Visitors will be guided across the four-hectare island to discover various historical traces...
Former minister: rapid tests were not an option to reopen schools
Former Dutch Education Minister Ingrid van Engelshoven testified to a parliamentary inquiry that large-scale rapid testing was too complex to enable the early reopening of vocational and higher educat...
Suddenly, an alarm goes off just before Thijs Römer's performance
Dutch actor Thijs Römer has returned to the theater with a performance detailing his time in prison, marking a carefully managed comeback following his legal controversies. A reporter attending the s...
Haarlem commemorates and celebrates Keti Koti in the city
Haarlem will host several activities, including lectures, city walks, and workshops, on Saturday, July 1st, to commemorate and celebrate the abolition of slavery. These events mark the annual Keti Kot...
New hospitality business coming behind Shell on the A9 near Heemskerk
A new catering establishment is set to open at the Akermaat parking area behind the Shell station on the A9 near Heemskerk. The local municipality has officially granted the necessary permit for the p...
Hypothermic, exhausted, and saddle sore during 1,365km bike ride from Ventoux, but hardships turn into a good story at the finish in Valkenburg
About 200 cyclists completed the tenth edition of "The Ride," a 1,365-kilometer journey from Mont Ventoux in France to Valkenburg in the Netherlands. Over eight days, participants endured physical har...
Uncertainty over sports events due to persistent heat
Sporting event organizers in the Netherlands are adjusting schedules due to a persistent heatwave. The Singelloop in Woerden has canceled children's races for safety reasons, while the 5km and 10km ev...
Beverwijk harness race cancelled due to heat: 'Dramatic but responsible decision'
The horse trotting race in Beverwijk, scheduled for Thursday, has been cancelled due to forecast temperatures reaching 32 degrees Celsius. Organizers described the decision as difficult but necessary ...
When will the Ajax coach first take to the pitch and what happens to surplus players? Four pressing questions answered
Ajax is preparing for the new football season while the World Cup is underway, with several questions remaining regarding the team's training schedule. Club watcher Johan Inan addresses key topics, su...