Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Home battery and heat pump sellers use dishonest sales tactics
The Vereniging Eigen Huis reports an increase in complaints regarding aggressive door-to-door sales and misleading tactics by companies selling home batteries and heat pumps in the Netherlands. Consum...
Crypto dispute between friends escalates: Victim threatened, extorted and humiliated
A 24-year-old MMA fighter from Amsterdam and his brother are facing charges for allegedly kidnapping, threatening, and extorting an acquaintance over a cryptocurrency investment dispute. During a pro-...
Another fire at Middenmeer sports park in East, football and tennis clubs evacuated
A fire broke out at a building under construction at the Middenmeer sports park in Amsterdam on Tuesday evening. Local sports clubs were briefly evacuated as a precaution, but no injuries were reporte...
Another burglary at fire station, this time in Amsterdam-East: "Extremely angry about it"
Life-saving equipment was stolen from a fire station in Amsterdam-Oost on Sunday night, marking the third such burglary in the city in three weeks. Fire officials expressed outrage and concern over th...
Canal boat skippers forced to take exam due to stricter European rules
New European regulations now require skippers of open canal boats to pass a practical examination to ensure safety on the water. While experienced skippers can apply for exemptions based on their logg...
Veerplas visitors in Haarlem on high alert after assaults
Visitors to the Veerplas in Haarlem are on high alert following two unprovoked assaults that took place last Thursday. Police are currently investigating the incidents, which left two victims with ser...
AEX hits another new closing record thanks to chip stocks and falling oil prices
The AEX index reached a new closing record on Tuesday, driven by strong performance from chip companies and a decrease in oil prices. The gains were supported by better-than-expected earnings results ...
Holidaymakers see flames 'up to six meters high' next to campsite during dune fire
A wildfire broke out in the dunes near Camping de Lakens in Overveen, forcing a brief evacuation of parts of the campsite. Emergency services and staff managed to bring the fire under control quickly,...
Wakker Dier files complaint against world's largest insect farm over 'nonsense' green claims
Animal welfare organization Wakker Dier has filed a complaint with the Advertising Code Committee against Protix, the world's largest insect farm located in Bergen op Zoom. The organization claims tha...
Baywatch reboot coming to Amazon Prime Video in the Netherlands starting in January
Amazon Prime Video has reached an agreement with Fox to stream the upcoming Baywatch reboot in the Netherlands. The series, which follows the adventures of lifeguards, will be available to viewers sta...
Ten thousand people used beach bus pilot to Bloemendaal and Zandvoort
Since June 20, nearly ten thousand people have utilized a free beach bus service connecting a P+R facility in Vijfhuizen to the beaches of Bloemendaal and Zandvoort. The provincial trial aims to reduc...
McDonald's also noticing customers are becoming more frugal
McDonald's reports that it is struggling to attract customers as consumers continue to prioritize saving money. Despite offering cheap menus and discounts, the fast-food chain notes a decline in dinin...
Rabobank targets youth, AI, and the battle against neobanks with new blue app
Rabobank has launched a new blue-themed banking app specifically designed to attract younger users through gamification and personalized features. The initiative aims to compete with neobanks and incr...
Albert Heijn revamps savings stamps: one stamp now requires double the spending
Albert Heijn is significantly changing its loyalty stamp program, requiring customers to spend twice as much money to earn a single stamp. Consequently, it will take twice as long for customers to fil...
Woman may have recruited her son to plant explosive in Haarlem
A 41-year-old woman is standing trial for allegedly recruiting her minor son to plant an explosive at a residence in Haarlem, an attack that was thwarted by authorities in February. The suspect, who w...
Over 170 reports of discrimination during second weekend of WorldPride in Amsterdam
During the second weekend of WorldPride in Amsterdam, over 170 reports of discrimination were filed with the organization Rita, more than double the number from the previous weekend. Organizers and lo...
Join the conversation about trees in Haarlem
The municipality of Haarlem has released a draft 'Programma Bomen' aimed at protecting, managing, and expanding the city's tree population to improve local living conditions. Residents are invited to ...
'Brabo' must help the Netherlands and Belgium achieve lower energy prices
The Netherlands and Belgium have officially launched the upgraded Brabo high-voltage power line connecting the port of Antwerp to Rilland. This project aims to increase electricity exchange between th...
After pizza and groceries, Thuisbezorgd will soon deliver flowers too
Thuisbezorgd.nl is expanding its platform to include flower delivery services. This strategic move aims to increase consumer engagement and usage of their app within the Netherlands.
Slap on the wrist: Bloemendaal must enforce regulations at Vogelenzang campsite
The Bloemendaal appeals committee has advised the municipality to enforce zoning laws against the construction of 350 chalets at the former Vogelenzang campsite. The committee found that the project, ...
Watch: This was the 2026 Canal Parade in Amsterdam in under a minute
Last weekend, the annual Canal Parade took place in Amsterdam, filling the city's canals with decorated boats and crowds celebrating with a message of love. The event was marked by a vibrant and energ...
Can deep geothermal heat warm the city? We investigate
Starting in mid-August, researchers will conduct additional studies to determine the feasibility of using geothermal energy to heat the city of Amsterdam. This initiative builds on previous findings t...
The long wait is over: Ajax announces arrival of Marc-André ter Stegen
Ajax has officially reached an agreement to sign 34-year-old goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen on a one-year loan from FC Barcelona. The transfer, which had been previously delayed due to fiscal compl...
Watching the sun set in Haarlem: these are the beautiful photos you shared
Following the popularity of the song 'Zwoele zomernachten', residents of Haarlem shared beautiful photographs capturing the sunset in their city. The feature celebrates local scenery and encourages pe...
Rabobank invests 2 billion euros in AI following multibillion-euro profit
Rabobank has announced a plan to invest up to 2 billion euros over the next three years into artificial intelligence, data, and IT infrastructure. The initiative aims to modernize the bank's digital s...
Amazing footage: we filmed the Canal Parade from the Book Boat using a 360-degree camera
Hundreds of thousands of spectators watched the annual Canal Parade, featuring eighty boats, which took place this past Saturday. News outlet AT5 utilized a 360-degree camera on the 'Boekenboot' to pr...
Loreen postpones European tour to next year: 'It's not easy'
Swedish singer Loreen has postponed the remaining dates of her European tour until the spring of 2027. This includes her scheduled performance at Paradiso in Amsterdam, which was originally planned fo...
What to do if stung by an Asian hornet? An allergist explains
The Asian hornet is spreading across the Netherlands, causing concern due to its painful stings and potential health risks. An allergologist from Spaarne Gasthuis in Haarlem advises using ice and anti...
Record number of building permits, but housing supply will not grow for now
The number of building permits for new homes in the Netherlands has reached record levels. However, experts at ING Research note that construction is not increasing due to labor shortages, high buildi...
How camera surveillance works in the Delflandplein neighborhood: drug user fined nearly 500 euros
Surveillance cameras in the Delflandpleinbuurt neighborhood of Amsterdam have led to the fining of a drug user caught consuming hard drugs in public. Local authorities and police report ongoing challe...