Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Right-wing parties also attack De Vos (FvD) over far-right extremism: 'How disgusting can it get?'
FvD leader Lidewij de Vos faced intense criticism from across the political spectrum, including right-wing parties, in the Dutch House of Representatives on Tuesday evening. The confrontation marks a ...
Lots of litter and glass after busy day at Marineterrein: Everyone needs to step it up a bit
Following a busy day at the Marineterrein in Amsterdam, cleaners collected large amounts of litter and glass left behind by visitors seeking cool water. Site manager Pieter van Dijk highlighted the sa...
Feelings of insecurity persist in Beverwijk city center: camera surveillance extended by two years
The municipality of Beverwijk has extended camera surveillance in its city center until 2028 to address persistent concerns regarding safety and public nuisance. In addition to the extension, three ca...
No needles, but light and sound: these are the latest techniques for more beautiful skin
Dr. Marguerite van Randwijck examines modern cosmetic techniques that use light and sound energy rather than needles to enhance skin appearance. This guide details how laser and energy-based treatment...
Irene de Bel on the fairy tale of inclusive education
Irene de Bel uses a metaphorical story about a triangle struggling to fit in among circles to illustrate the challenges of the Dutch inclusive education system, known as 'passend onderwijs.' The piece...
Vijlbrief's gamble: unions will eventually compromise
Minister Vijlbrief is postponing significant cuts to state pensions and unemployment benefits while maintaining that budget reductions remain inevitable. He is gambling on future compromises from labo...
20 km/h on Amsterdam bike paths soon? "That’s quite slow for a bike"
Starting in September, the City of Amsterdam will launch a pilot program limiting bicycle speeds to 20 km/h to improve traffic safety and reduce accidents. Traffic Alderman Melanie van der Horst noted...
From intern to owner of EP René: IJmuiden local René Berends celebrates anniversary at electronics store
René Berends is celebrating his 40th anniversary at the electronics store EP René, where he rose from the position of intern to owner. Throughout his career in the industry, the IJmuiden resident ha...
Haarlem residents revive 't Scheepje brewery: 'We make modern beer with a strong historical twist'
Paul Rutte and Lex Wertien are reviving the historic 17th-century brewery 't Scheepje in Haarlem at its original location on Houtmarkt 7. The duo plans to produce modern beers with a historical twist,...
COA seeks emergency asylum shelter in Beverwijk gardening area, municipality delays decision
The Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA) has proposed establishing an emergency shelter in the De Lunetten area of Beverwijk. However, the municipality has declined to make a decis...
Zeeman closes dozens of stores and exits Portugal and Austria
The Dutch retailer Zeeman has announced plans to withdraw from the Portuguese and Austrian markets and close 51 stores across France, Spain, and Germany this year. The company stated in its annual rep...
Minor suspect in Jewish school threat released
A minor suspect has been released from custody but remains a suspect following a threatening phone call made to the Cheider Jewish school in Amsterdam-Buitenveldert. The threat led to the school's clo...
ANWB roadside assistance sees hundreds of extra breakdowns due to heat
The ANWB roadside assistance service reported approximately 4,300 vehicle breakdowns on Tuesday, which is about 800 more than usual for a typical Tuesday. This significant increase in incidents is bei...
Romanian scammers caught, ‘5000 euro’ jewelry worth almost nothing
Dutch police have arrested four Romanians suspected of operating a jewelry scam from a holiday park in Voorthuizen. The suspects allegedly targeted victims across multiple locations in the Netherlands...
Suspect in Amsterdam Jewish school threat released
A youth suspected of making a telephonic threat against the Cheider Jewish school in Amsterdam has been released from custody while remaining a suspect in the case. The incident occurs amid a rise in ...
High-mileage Henk Brugge knows what to expect as Telstar coach next season: 'The surprise is gone'
Henk Brugge has been appointed as the new head coach of the football club Telstar, describing the role as a dream come true. Despite living in Emmeloord and facing a long commute, the 48-year-old trai...
Dutch Parliament bickers over ‘inciting politicians’ after Loosdrecht, but political games are also at play
The Dutch House of Representatives is debating whether certain politicians' rhetoric incited asylum-related riots in Loosdrecht. This political conflict over accountability comes amid broader maneuver...
From the canals to the Arctic Circle: these Amsterdammers are doing it in 40 days
Siem Pontman and Antoni Zografos from Amsterdam will cycle 4,000 kilometers to the North Cape in Norway this summer. Their 40-day journey aims to raise awareness and funds for the charity Parkinson Ne...
Haarlem 'food rescuers' save 67,000 kilos of food from waste annually
The Haarlem Food Future foundation rescues approximately 67,000 kilograms of surplus food from local supermarkets every year to prevent waste and support families in need. Volunteers collect and distr...
Haarlem seniors share wartime childhood stories in documentary
A new documentary titled 'Haarlem in Oorlogstijd' captures the childhood memories of nonagenarians in Haarlem who lived through World War II. Created by filmmaker Sander van Weert to educate local you...
Ukrainian refugees can stay another year in Rabobank building in Castricum: ‘Location is perceived as quiet’
Ukrainian refugees staying in a former Rabobank building on Dorpsstraat in Castricum have been granted a one-year extension to remain at the facility. The reception center is now scheduled to stay ope...
Happy faces as beloved Hirondelle artwork returns after brutal vandalism: ‘Haarlem residents can enjoy it again’
The 'Hirondelle' sculpture has been returned to its original location on Houtplein in Haarlem just over a month after being severely vandalized. Artist Jackie Sleper and the Stichting Beeldengalerij H...
21-year-old from Beverwijk suspected of causing death by negligence in fatal accident, police investigation ongoing
A 21-year-old man from Beverwijk is suspected of involuntary manslaughter following a fatal car accident on the Laan der Nederlanden. The crash resulted in the death of a 42-year-old woman, and a poli...
434 listed buildings sold in Haarlem: sales price 62 percent higher than standard homes
According to data from the NVM brokers' association, 434 monument properties were recently sold in Haarlem. These historic homes are priced 62 percent higher on average compared to standard residentia...
KLM further postpones flights to Dubai and Saudi Arabia
KLM has extended the suspension of its flights to Dubai and Saudi Arabia due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Flights to Dubai, which were previously cancelled through June 28, will now rem...
Waalre to temporarily house 150 asylum seekers
Approximately 150 asylum seekers will be temporarily housed in Waalre from July until early next year. The accommodation will be located on a site that previously functioned as a pet store.
Sluiseiland finally accessible from IJmuiden after locks reopen, but frustration remains. 'A three-day outage was beneath our pride,' says former RWS employee
Rijkswaterstaat reopened the Kleine Sluis and Zuidersluis on Tuesday, restoring access to Sluiseiland for residents and emergency services after a three-day outage. While these locks are functional ag...
Waalre temporarily accommodates 150 asylum seekers
Approximately 150 asylum seekers will be temporarily housed in Waalre, North Brabant, starting in July. They will be accommodated on the site of a former pet store until early next year.
Afrojack and Martin Garrix to perform at final Formula 1 race in Zandvoort
DJs Afrojack, La Fuente, and Martin Garrix are scheduled to perform during the upcoming Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend in Zandvoort in late August. Afrojack and La Fuente will open the evening programs ...
Tenant demands replacement home after explosion, housing association refuses because 'house was targeted'
A tenant is suing the Eigen Haard housing corporation after being denied alternative housing following an explosion that destroyed her home on Herculesstraat in Amsterdam. The corporation refuses to p...