Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Four teenagers arrested after gas pistol found in car trunk
Police arrested four teenagers in Amsterdam East after discovering a gas pistol inside their car. The vehicle was stopped following erratic driving, and the suspects remain in custody while authoritie...
Badr Hari's divorce leads to argument with ex over raising five children: 'No question of physical violence'
Former kickboxer Badr Hari was arrested in Amsterdam amid an escalating dispute with his ex-wife regarding the upbringing of their five children. Hari denies allegations of stalking, threats, and insu...
Gasoline at record high: taking a detour saves 20 euros per tank
Gasoline prices in the Netherlands have surged to record highs, prompting many motorists to experience significant financial pressure. Drivers can save approximately 20 euros per tank by avoiding expe...
Shoot Your Shot is looking for young film talent
De Schuur in Haarlem is calling for submissions from young filmmakers aged 12 to 21 for its 2026 Shoot Your Shot competition under the theme 'Double.' Entrants can participate in workshops and compete...
Young talents shine during Fashion Week: "I even shed a tear"
Amsterdam Fashion Week is celebrating local creativity by highlighting emerging designers, including a special anniversary archive show by Tess van Zalinge. Industry experts also noted a shift in fash...
Man arrested in Amsterdam for fatal traffic accident and assault
A 32-year-old man has been arrested in Amsterdam for his involvement in a fatal motorcycle accident and a preceding assault that occurred on June 24. The suspect, who reportedly struck a police car wh...
Chaos over box 3 deepens: coalition delays decision, repairs halted for now
The Dutch coalition government has delayed a critical tax reform for box 3 assets, potentially costing the state 2.4 billion euros annually. Disagreements over the taxation of unrealized capital gains...
Ajax secures Mika Godts' successor: Simon Adingra (24) joins on loan from Sunderland
Ajax has completed the signing of 24-year-old winger Simon Adingra on loan from Sunderland to replace the departed Mika Godts. Additionally, the club has acquired 19-year-old Leo Salazar on loan from ...
Haarlem district designated for rapid construction of 6,000 homes: "A good step"
The Dutch government has designated the Schalkwijk district in Haarlem as a national priority area to fast-track the construction of 5,000 to 6,000 new homes. This initiative will support the municipa...
Uber managers laid off as company cuts 10 percent of workforce
Uber is cutting 10 percent of its global workforce and reducing management roles by 20 percent to streamline operations. The company is also mandating a return to office for most staff while shifting ...
Half of EU lawmakers from PRO defy Klaver and want to remain with the Greens
Half of the European Parliament members from the newly formed party Progressief Nederland (PRO) are defying leader Jesse Klaver by expressing their desire to remain with the Greens instead of joining ...
Four-year prison sentence demanded for man who allegedly defrauded 18 people of 250,000 euros
A 25-year-old Amsterdam man faces a four-year prison sentence for defrauding 18 victims of 250,000 euros through elaborate bank helpdesk scams. The defendant, who has a history of similar crimes, was ...
Not everyone has found the Tax Authority's new account number yet
The Dutch Tax Authority has moved its accounts to Rabobank, but one in ten payments are still being directed to the agency's defunct ING account. Officials are urging taxpayers to manually update thei...
One in ten road users pays late for e-toll road in Zeeland
Data from early 2026 shows that ten percent of motorists are still missing the 72-hour payment window for the A24 Blankenburg toll road in South Holland. Although the government plans to improve signa...
Gasoline prices could hit 3 euros and diesel is also getting more expensive: here is why
Gasoline prices in the Netherlands have reached a record high of 2.668 euros per liter due to rising global oil prices. Consumers are facing potential further increases as various market participants ...
Pieter Calandlaan revamped after fatal accident involving 13-year-old boy
Amsterdam is redesigning the Pieter Calandlaan in the Nieuw-West district to improve traffic safety following a string of accidents, including a fatal collision involving a 13-year-old boy. The projec...
Dutch Tax Office spends 1 billion euros on wealth tax redress
The Dutch Tax Office has paid out nearly 1 billion euros in wealth tax compensation to citizens who were overtaxed based on fictional asset returns. The full scale of the operation is expected to cost...
Wreck lifting for the Amsterdam City Swim with the men from Waternet
Waternet is clearing wrecks and debris from the canals in preparation for the Amsterdam City Swim event held on Sunday, September 6th. This maintenance ensures the waterways are safe for the thousands...
No public transport in Haarlem on Wednesday, September 9: national strike to go ahead
Public transport in Haarlem will be largely unavailable on Wednesday, September 9, due to a planned nationwide strike by rail and bus employees. Unions are organizing the walkout to protest current go...
Beach bus pilot to Zandvoort ends: will it return next year?
A pilot bus service connecting visitors to the beaches of Zandvoort and Bloemendaal has finished its trial run. Local authorities are currently reviewing the initiative's success and will decide by mi...
Wijnants (VVD) doubts more expensive East Bridge: "Predict it will cost 1 billion euros"
VVD faction leader Daan Wijnants is questioning the viability of the Oostbrug project in Amsterdam due to rising costs, which he estimates could hit 1 billion euros. He argues that the Westbrug should...
Netherlands releases part of oil reserves on day of record petrol prices
The Netherlands has begun releasing oil from its emergency reserves to combat rising fuel prices, which recently hit a record high of 2.668 euros per liter. This action is part of a broader 31-nation ...
Municipality and central government collaborate to speed up construction in Schalkwijk
Schalkwijk in Haarlem has been designated as a national large-scale housing location to fast-track the development of over 5,000 new, affordable homes. The municipality will receive central government...
Matthijs van Nieuwkerk to host new game show on SBS6
Matthijs van Nieuwkerk will return to television to host a new game show called The Golden Elevators on SBS6, scheduled for early next year. Alongside this announcement, Talpa revealed several new ent...
De Nederlandsche Bank has moved 86 tonnes of gold from the US and Canada to London
De Nederlandsche Bank has transferred over 86 tonnes of gold from North America to London to enhance its crisis resilience amid geopolitical uncertainty. This move increases the Dutch gold storage in ...
Tofik Dibi addresses rent arrears and bailiff scandal: "I am a human with real human problems"
Amsterdam city council member Tofik Dibi has addressed concerns regarding his residency and financial situation after reports surfaced about his rent arrears and avoidence of bailiffs. Dibi confirmed ...
Nineteen fountains turned off early due to E. coli bacteria
Nineteen fountains in Amsterdam have been shut down immediately after testing revealed high levels of E. coli bacteria in the water. Authorities have taken this precautionary measure to ensure public ...
Motorist (25) arrested in Heemstede after positive drug test and discovery of nitrous oxide
A 25-year-old driver was arrested in Heemstede after testing positive for cannabis during a traffic stop. Police additionally seized five nitrous oxide cylinders and soft drugs from his vehicle.
French novel Nevermore wins European Union Prize for Literature: 'Unique work of art'
The French novel Nevermore has won the European Union Prize for Literature, with the jury commending its poignant exploration of grief and history. Both author Cécile Wajsbrot and translator Josephin...
Ajax confirms arrival of experienced defender Thilo Kehrer
Ajax has signed experienced German international defender Thilo Kehrer on a one-year loan from AS Monaco to strengthen their defensive options. The 29-year-old becomes the club's tenth summer signing,...