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Dutch Foreign Ministry confirms two Dutch nationals died on cruise ship

The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the deaths of two Dutch citizens who fell ill while traveling on a small-scale cruise ship from Argentina to Cape Verde. One passenger died mid-voya...

Fire in Weert under control after days of firefighting

A wildfire that raged for several days in a nature area near Weert and Budel has been brought under control. Firefighters officially declared the situation 'brand meester' on Sunday evening at approxi...

Max Verstappen fifth in Miami after 'marathon' and last-corner overtake, Kimi Antonelli wins again

Max Verstappen finished fifth in the Miami Grand Prix after recovering from an early spin and completing a long marathon stint. He secured his final position with a last-corner overtake, while Kimi An...

Merz does not expect delivery of US Tomahawks for now

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz considers it unlikely that the United States will follow through with the delivery of Tomahawk cruise missiles to Germany. These weapons were initially promised by for...

Left-wing Mélenchon to run for French presidency again

Jean-Luc Mélenchon, the leader of the far-left La France Insoumise party, has officially announced his candidacy for the upcoming French presidential election. He confirmed his bid during an intervie...

AFP: Dutch couple die from suspected hantavirus on cruise

A Dutch couple has died following a suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean. The World Health Organization confirmed three deaths on the vessel, with at least one victim t...

Exhibition in Ontmoetingskerk highlights human rights in Iran: ‘Young people risked death to demand change’

An exhibition at the Ontmoetingskerk features photographs of men and women killed during recent anti-regime protests in Iran. The display aims to bring attention to human rights issues and honor the y...

Merz highlights US role in NATO, downplays tensions with Trump

Friedrich Merz has emphasized the central role of the United States within NATO despite ongoing disagreements. He downplayed tensions with Donald Trump following the announced withdrawal of American t...

Iran says it is reviewing US response to peace proposal

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has announced that it is currently reviewing a response from the United States regarding a new peace proposal. The communication between the two countries was facilitated ...

Three Dutch people killed in traffic accident in France

Three Dutch nationals, a 71-year-old woman and two men aged 58 and 74, were killed in a serious traffic accident in Jeantes, Northern France. Three other individuals were injured in the collision, whi...

Talking about and commemorating the war is a must: ‘War is part of upbringing’

This article emphasizes the importance of discussing World War II and Remembrance Day with children to ensure they understand history and the current realities of conflict. Experts suggest starting th...

Actor Beau Starr, known for Goodfellas and Halloween, dies

American actor Beau Starr, known for his roles in films like Goodfellas and Halloween 4, has passed away at the age of 81. He died of natural causes on April 24 at his home in Vancouver.

Ukraine offers Finland a drone agreement

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed a drone agreement with Finland to strengthen bilateral defense cooperation. Under the deal, Kyiv would share its drone technology and combat experti...

One dead in Oldenzaal house fire

One person died and two others were hospitalized following a house fire in Oldenzaal on Sunday afternoon. The survivors, who are family members of the deceased, were treated for smoke inhalation.

Israeli army kills man in West Bank

The Israeli army killed a 26-year-old man and injured four others during an operation in Nablus on the occupied West Bank. The death was confirmed by the Palestinian Ministry of Health.

Two Dutch flotilla passengers arrive at Schiphol

Two Dutch activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, Osman Tastan and Anas Mohamad, arrived at Schiphol Airport from Istanbul on Monday afternoon. They were welcomed by approximately thirty supporters ...

Car heavily damaged by fire on Willem Pijperstraat in Haarlem

A parked car was heavily damaged after catching fire on Sunday afternoon at Willem Pijperstraat in Haarlem. A neighboring vehicle also sustained damage during the incident.

Dropped Sef: be silent on May 4, but speak out afterwards

Rapper Sef called on the Dutch public to observe silence on May 4th for war victims while urging them to speak out against international conflicts throughout the rest of the year. The appeal follows h...

French minister wants tougher action against illegal parties

French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez has pledged to take stricter action against illegal parties following an unauthorized rave in Southern France. The event, which began on Friday, attracted tens o...

Al Jazeera: Iranian peace proposal includes US non-aggression promise

Al Jazeera reports that Iran has submitted a three-phase peace proposal to the United States via Pakistan. The plan aims to transition a ceasefire into a permanent end to the conflict within thirty da...

Police officer injured during vandalism in IJsselstein

Police officers were targeted with fireworks during disturbances in IJsselstein on Saturday night. One officer sustained injuries after a firework exploded near his head, though he did not require hos...

IAEA requests access to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant lab after drone attack

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has requested access to a laboratory at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine following a drone attack on Sunday. The facility is currently unde...

Driver arrested after collision at intersection in Uitgeest

Two cars collided at the intersection of Populierenlaan and Geesterweg in Uitgeest on Sunday afternoon. One of the drivers involved was arrested following the accident.

Willibrord Frequin boldly asked an indignant Prince Bernhard about the Lockheed allegations

Study: Far-right uses concerned citizens to grow

Research platform Justice for Prosperity reports that the far-right network Identitair Verzet is hijacking local protests against asylum seeker centers to expand its influence. The group is accused of...

Mayor: Brutal night in IJsselstein caused by 'scum'

Rioters caused significant damage to the town hall and an adjacent theater in IJsselstein during a night of violence. Mayor Ester Weststeijn condemned the actions of the vandals, describing the situat...

OPEC+ increases oil production in June, first decision after UAE departure

Opec+ member nations announced on Sunday that they will increase oil production starting in June. This decision marks the first major move by the group following the United Arab Emirates' recent annou...

Researcher: Wildfire risk not yet over

Researcher Gerbert Roerink from Wageningen University warns that the recent rainfall is insufficient to significantly reduce the risk of wildfires. He emphasizes that despite the wet weather over the ...

19-year-old man seriously injured in stabbing at WG-Plein

19-year-old man 'critically injured' in stabbing in courtyard near Eerste Helmersstraat

A 19-year-old man was critically injured in a stabbing incident that occurred in a courtyard near Eerste Helmersstraat in Amsterdam on Monday morning. Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter...