Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Unemployment in the Netherlands falls slightly to 3.8 percent
Unemployment in the Netherlands decreased slightly to 3.8 percent in June, according to data from Statistics Netherlands (CBS). This figure represents 393,000 unemployed individuals, down from 3.9 per...
US bill hangs like a dark cloud over ASML's Chinese market
A proposed U.S. bill seeks to restrict the export of chip technology from partner countries to China. The Dutch government has expressed criticism, noting that such measures could significantly impact...
Dutch people receive vastly different amounts when living in long-term poverty
People in the Netherlands living in long-term poverty receive significantly different amounts of financial support depending on their municipality. The individual income supplement, intended to assist...
Netherlands still well below safe gas storage levels halfway through filling season
Midway through the injection season, Dutch gas storage facilities are only 33.1 percent full. This level remains significantly below the 80 percent target recommended by Gasunie to ensure supply secur...
Major police operation following possible kidnapping in Amsterdam-East, three arrested
Police conducted a large-scale operation in Amsterdam-Oost following reports of a potential kidnapping on the Insulindeweg. Three suspects were arrested after a vehicle pursuit that ended near the Fle...
Book vouchers and VVV gift cards face potential abolition in European fight against money laundering and dark money
New European anti-money laundering regulations threaten the future of popular Dutch gift vouchers such as the Boekenbon. Stakeholders argue that these rules are overly restrictive and could lead to th...
Prison sentence for smuggling hundreds of rare parrot eggs from Nicaragua to Schiphol
A man has been sentenced to 100 days in jail for smuggling 257 protected parrot eggs from Nicaragua through Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands. The defendant claimed he believed he was transporting c...
Investors sell chip stocks again, causing ASML share price to drop
Investors on the Amsterdam stock exchange sold their chip holdings in the final hours of trading to cash in on earlier gains. Consequently, ASML shares closed down 0.4 percent after having risen by mo...
Lowlands is still not sold out, but organizers are not worried
The organizers of the annual Lowlands festival have stated they are not concerned despite the upcoming edition not yet being sold out. They remain confident that the event will be well-attended and su...
Haarlem strikingly popular with men: more move in than leave, while the opposite is true for women
Recent migration statistics for Haarlem reveal a gender-based trend in relocation patterns. More men are moving into the city than leaving, while the opposite trend is observed among women.
Sophie Straat speaks to 3voor12 about backlash after mosh pit comments: 'I'm good'
Singer Sophie Straat discussed the controversy surrounding a social media clip of her performance at the Best Kept Secret festival with music platform 3voor12. Straat expressed her disappointment rega...
ASML is building the most complex machines ever: You have to shell out a few hundred million
ASML, a former Philips subsidiary based in Veldhoven, has become a global focal point for business leaders and journalists due to its development of highly complex and expensive machines. The company'...
Daley Blind makes comeback for Ajax in friendly against Bochum
Daley Blind will make his return to Ajax in a friendly match against VfL Bochum this Wednesday. The veteran defender is set to start for the team at the De Toekomst sports complex.
Red Light District aid workers not surprised by arrests in human trafficking investigation
Police conducted a major operation in Amsterdam's red-light district resulting in the arrest of four individuals suspected of human trafficking. Three additional suspects were detained in Romania as p...
NOS newsreader Iris de Graaf gives birth to daughter: 'Incredibly in love'
NOS news anchor Iris de Graaf and her partner Tony Boakye have welcomed their first child, a daughter named Gigi. De Graaf shared the news and photos of their first week as parents on Instagram.
25-year-old man acquitted of involvement in De Pizzabakkers explosion
A 25-year-old man has been acquitted of involvement in two explosions at restaurants in Amsterdam, including a De Pizzabakkers branch, due to insufficient evidence despite the presence of his DNA. How...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from July 17 to 19
This weekend from July 17 to 19, various activities are available in Amsterdam, including rooftop yoga and evening visits to the zoo. Despite the end of the recent heatwave, the weather remains pleasa...
Private investments by pension funds and insurers are not without risks
The Dutch Central Bank (DNB) has issued a warning regarding the increasing investments by Dutch pension funds and insurers in complex private market assets. These institutions often lack a full unders...
Company behind theater production Only Planet declared bankrupt
The company responsible for producing the musical Only Planet has been declared bankrupt. The production was cancelled due to a lack of sufficient financial security to proceed with the show.
Home closed following explosion in Haarlem North
Following an explosion at a residence on Dijkzichtlaan in Haarlem Noord on July 11, 2026, the mayor has ordered the property to be closed for four weeks. This measure was taken to prevent further unre...
Neighborhood raises money for snack bar owner Mahmoud after fire: "We want to give something back"
Local residents in Amsterdam have launched a fundraising campaign for snack bar owner Mahmoud Soltan after a major fire severely damaged his business on the Jan Evertsenstraat. The community is raisin...
79 reports of demolition and tree felling in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 79 permit applications last week related to demolition and tree felling. Residents are encouraged to review the list to see how these activities affect their spec...
One streaming service stops paying for AI music: what are competitors doing about the flood of AI junk?
Streaming platforms are facing an influx of AI-generated music, leading to concerns about how to distinguish it from human-made content. While Dutch listeners show a preference for music created by re...
GGD present throughout the city during WorldPride
The GGD will be present at various locations throughout the city, including the boat parade, during WorldPride. The article highlights the organization's development into an advocate for the lhbtiq+ c...
Tiny bug, massive itch: how do we stop the oak processionary moth?
The oak processionary caterpillar has returned in large numbers across the Netherlands, causing health issues due to its irritating stinging hairs. Biologist Arnold van Vliet explains the causes for t...
Meet Erwin: the man behind Amsterdam's cheeriest ice cream cart
Erwin operates a colorful bicycle ice cream cart in Amsterdam, serving Italian gelato to locals in areas like Sarphatipark and Weesperzijde. His business has become a recognizable sight in the city th...
AEX index tops 1,100 points for the first time following ASML share price jump
The Amsterdam stock exchange has reached a historic milestone by surpassing 1,100 points for the first time. The AEX-index rose shortly after the market opened on Wednesday, driven significantly by a ...
Quarter of a million train passengers bought cheaper summer pass
Approximately 270,000 people have purchased a summer discount subscription for train travel in the Netherlands over the past month. NS has observed an increase in train travel during off-peak hours si...
Person injured in possible stabbing at Central Station
A man was injured following an altercation near the Central Station in Amsterdam around 1:00 a.m. The police are investigating the incident, which may involve a stabbing, and no suspects have been arr...
ASML raises growth expectations due to increasing demand
Chip manufacturer ASML has raised its growth forecasts for the year due to increased demand for chips driven by investments in artificial intelligence. The Veldhoven-based company is benefiting from t...