Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Boil water advisory lifted for part of North, tap water safe to use again
Waternet has lifted a boil water advisory for residents of six streets in Amsterdam-Noord following successful safety tests. The utility company confirmed that the tap water is safe to drink and recom...
Odido CEO 'very happy' company did not pay ransom to hackers after data breach
Odido CEO Soren Abildgaard stated he is satisfied with the decision not to pay a ransom to hackers who stole the personal data of 6.2 million customers. Although the refusal led the group ShinyHunters...
People with prosthetics can now safely ride Efteling attractions
Efteling has introduced a new safety strap called SafeStrap, developed by TU Delft, that allows guests with prosthetics to keep them on during certain thrill rides. This initiative, created in collabo...
Edsilia Rombley cancels performances after appendicitis surgery
Dutch singer Edsilia Rombley has canceled her upcoming performances after undergoing successful surgery for appendicitis. She remains positive about her recovery and plans to continue with her career,...
Flowerbikeman returns to Florida after 20 years in Amsterdam: "Sad, ashamed and failed"
Warren Gregory, known as the Flowerbikeman, is leaving the Netherlands after twenty years to return to Florida following issues with his residence status. The artist, who became a well-known figure fo...
Europe breaks free from Russia, but clean energy lags behind
Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the EU introduced the RepowerEU plan to reduce fossil fuel dependence and boost sustainable energy projects. While direct imports have dropped, the European Cou...
Public Prosecution Service demands new sentence for man who stabbed his father to death in Southeast home
Prosecutors are seeking a 16-year prison sentence for a man accused of murdering his father in an Amsterdam-Zuidoost apartment in March 2024. The suspect claims the act was committed in self-defense d...
Brussels targets rental platforms like Airbnb to tackle housing shortages
The European Commission is proposing new legislation to grant city mayors greater authority to regulate short-term rental platforms like Airbnb to combat housing shortages. The plan aims to provide lo...
Gen Z must work more, says VVD parliamentary leader Ruben Brekelmans: We won't make it on three days
VVD parliamentary leader Ruben Brekelmans has urged a return to the five-day workweek, arguing that the Netherlands cannot function effectively if Gen Z professionals only work three or four days. Fur...
Brekelmans wants FNV at the table but snipes: 'They had to go on vacation for weeks'
VVD politician Brekelmans has publicly criticized the FNV trade union for opposing labor reforms and advocating for a 32-hour workweek. He argues that such policies hinder national economic goals and ...
Latin festival Pal Mundo bankrupt, new edition already planned for 2027
The Latin and Caribbean music festival Pal Mundo has filed for bankruptcy, leaving the future of its planned 2027 edition in doubt. Curator Macy Weij is currently investigating the causes of the failu...
Wine, wine and more wine! 7 wine bars in Haarlem
Haarlem features a diverse selection of wine bars that offer everything from self-service tasting experiences to high-end French and Italian dining pairings. Whether seeking sustainable organic wines ...
Jumbo breaks with holy principle of founder Karel van Eerd: ‘Times have changed’
Jumbo CEO Jesper Højer has reported a revenue increase to 6 billion euros for the first half of the year. To improve the supermarket chain's performance, Højer has moved away from a core principle e...
In pictures | Norwegian citizens and royals bid farewell to King Harald
Norwegian citizens and royals have gathered to pay their final respects to King Harald. The funeral proceedings took place amidst public mourning and significant international attendance, following th...
Schellingwouderbrug refuses to close, Amsterdam-Noord now completely inaccessible for cyclists
The Schellingwouderbrug in Amsterdam remained stuck open for half an hour today due to a technical failure, causing major traffic delays. The malfunction was particularly impactful because public tran...
Strikers at Garage West: "I normally want to work, but we must oppose the demolition"
Public transport employees across the Netherlands held a nationwide strike today to protest proposed government changes to social security benefits. Workers gathered at the GVB Garage West in Amsterda...
Giveaway | Win tickets for James Blunt at the Ziggo Dome
Fans have the opportunity to win a pair of tickets to see James Blunt perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. The concert will feature a blend of his most popular hits and material from his new album,...
Oud-bassist Heideroosjes krijgt zes maanden cel en taakstraf in kinderpornozaak
The former bassist of the Dutch band Heideroosjes, Houben, has been sentenced to six months in prison and 180 hours of community service for the possession of child abuse material. Having already serv...
Help decide which Haarlem residents receive funding for a good idea
Haarlem is seeking a new resident from the centrum area to join the Initiatiefraad, a council that evaluates and funds local community projects. Interested individuals over the age of 16 can apply for...
Ilse DeLange goes viral on TikTok with So Incredible: 'I don't understand it'
Singer Ilse DeLange's 2008 hit So Incredible has unexpectedly gone viral on TikTok, leading to a surge in popularity and a top five spot on the Dutch Spotify charts. The artist is now adjusting to her...
Amsterdam invests €900,000 in the textile makers of the future
Starting in 2027, the city of Amsterdam will invest €900,000 in a new facility called TextielHub located on Donauweg. This center is designed to support textile makers in developing sustainable and ...
Crowds at FlixBus as international trains also remain grounded: "But it makes me carsick"
A public transportation strike has caused widespread disruption, forcing travelers to abandon international train plans in favor of bus services. While passengers are utilizing buses like FlixBus to r...
Emergency services conduct large-scale search for person in water near Schellingwouderbrug
A large-scale rescue operation was launched in Amsterdam after an individual fell overboard from a pleasure yacht near the Schellingwouderbrug. Following an hour-long search involving dive teams and h...
Bridge strike causes cycling exodus across Schellingwouderbrug: "Commute takes twice as long"
Ferry services in Amsterdam have been suspended due to a strike against proposed government cuts to social security benefits. The disruption has forced a large number of cyclists to take longer routes...
UWV does not rule out that errors have crept into many more WIA files
The Dutch UWV is expanding its review of WIA disability files from 47,000 to 73,000 after realizing initial selection criteria were too narrow. The agency will begin a multi-year recovery operation in...
Rising oil price sends European gas prices through the roof: highest in years
Escalating geopolitical conflict in the Middle East has pushed Brent crude oil prices to their highest levels since July, causing a ripple effect throughout global energy markets. This surge has trigg...
Major Dutch bridges in worrying condition due to deferred maintenance
Major bridges across the Netherlands are experiencing safety risks due to deferred maintenance and aging infrastructure that has reached its technical limit. Experts and officials warn that a massive ...
Negative swimming advisory for Amstel river and Amsterdam canals until Saturday morning September 12
A negative swimming advisory has been issued for the Amstel river and the Amsterdam canals until the morning of September 12. This measure was taken after heavy rainfall on the night of September 8 ca...
51 municipal reports last week regarding construction in Haarlem and more
The municipality of Haarlem processed 51 permit applications last week, primarily focusing on local construction, renovations, and environmental notifications. Significant projects include the convers...
House prices to keep rising for the next two years despite larger supply
Rabobank forecasts that housing prices in the Netherlands will continue to rise through 2027 despite an increase in supply from selling investors. Although wage growth supports current transaction lev...