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Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Two explosions in Osdorp: police investigating possible link
Two explosions occurred early in the morning in the Osdorp neighborhood of Amsterdam, causing fire and structural damage to residential buildings. Police are currently investigating both incidents to ...
German auto industry protests en masse to save jobs and factories
Thousands of employees from Germany's major car manufacturers are holding nationwide protests to demand the protection of jobs and factories amid a deepening industrial crisis. The union IG Metall is ...
From Dam to Dom: fast cycle route from Amsterdam to Utrecht getting closer
Authorities have finalized an agreement to develop a fast bicycle route connecting Amsterdam and Utrecht along the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal. The project, which was first proposed decades ago, involves si...
State secrets and a handwritten page by Marx: a look inside the IISG treasury
The International Institute of Social History in Amsterdam preserves a vast collection of global records on social movements, including the only original handwritten page of the Communist Manifesto. A...
State secrets and a handwritten page by Marx: a look inside the IISG treasury
For ninety years, the International Institute of Social History in Amsterdam has preserved significant global archives, including the original handwritten page of the Communist Manifesto. The institut...
Lawyer for Chris Jude victims was herself a victim of sexual assault in almost the same spot: ‘Nothing has changed there’
Victim advocate Wendy van Egmond was sexually harassed at the same Amsterdam location where a former client of hers was raped a year earlier. She criticized the local government for failing to fulfill...
Could it be 44 degrees in Amsterdam soon: what we can learn from the heat in India
Recent research from Dutch universities suggests that urban heat islands are becoming a growing concern as asphalt and concrete trap heat in cities like Amsterdam. The study concludes that planting tr...
Diesel prices reach record highs in Europe as well
Diesel prices have reached record highs across Europe due to geopolitical tensions and conflict in the Middle East. Various countries, including Germany and Slovenia, are implementing interventions su...
The Greenhouse | The Netherlands makes a good impression abroad with vague climate plan
The Netherlands has published an official plan to phase out fossil fuels by 2050, receiving international recognition as a policy leader. Domestically, however, the report is being criticized for lack...
Two Germans arrested for hanging fake artworks in the Louvre
Two German men were arrested for hanging fake artworks inside the Louvre museum in Paris, claiming the act was a prank. The unauthorized installation caused minor wall damage, but the Mona Lisa was no...
Wobbly Trump tries to set the tone by excluding the press
President Trump has blocked journalists from CNN, Politico, and MS NOW from accessing the White House, citing concerns over perceived biased reporting. While the administration aims to curb critical m...
You don't win elections with homeless people: why politics is failing them
The number of homeless people in the Netherlands is rising, marked by visible signs of hardship in public spaces. Political reporter Hans van Soest criticizes politicians for prioritizing internal par...
Mayor Halsema visits counterpart Mamdani in New York
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema is visiting New York City to attend the Urban20 diplomatic conference, where she is meeting with international leaders to discuss affordable housing, climate, and migrati...
France anticipates record debt: Twice the level agreed within EU
France's national debt is set to reach record levels of over 120 percent of its GDP, which is double the European Union's agreed limit. The government is struggling to implement 54 billion euros in au...
Dutch gas station owners fear losing customers after German fuel tax cut
Dutch gas station operators fear losing customers to Germany following a new 17-cent-per-liter excise duty reduction in the neighboring country. Industry leaders are calling for matching tax relief in...
Families of shot Syrian boys: "Still can't believe he's dead"
Two Syrian teenage refugees were fatally shot in an Amsterdam park on New Year's Day after being caught in the middle of a suspect's reaction to a prank call. The victims' families in Syria remain dev...
New record price for diesel: 2.824 euros, mainly at motorways
Diesel prices in the Netherlands have hit a record high of 2.824 euros per liter due to supply disruptions caused by the conflict between the United States and Iran. Market scarcity is further worsene...
One injured in stabbing on Leidsestraat
One person was injured during a stabbing on the busy Leidsestraat in Amsterdam early this morning. Police have launched an investigation into the incident, though no details regarding suspects or the ...
Trump announces plan to ban major media, including CNN, from White House
Donald Trump has announced an immediate ban on several major media organizations, including CNN and Politico, from the White House, accusing them of spreading misinformation. Press freedom groups have...
Germany introduces fuel discount again: petrol and diesel 17 cents cheaper
Fuel prices in the Netherlands have soared to record levels, with experts warning that costs could climb even higher due to ongoing energy market volatility. Meanwhile, the German government is respon...
Arrests for human trafficking and human smuggling at Indian restaurant chains with an Amsterdam branch
Dutch authorities have arrested owners of three Indian restaurant chains for human trafficking, labor exploitation, and smuggling. The suspects allegedly falsified permit applications to bring workers...
Two restaurant owners arrested for human trafficking and human smuggling
The Netherlands Labor Inspectorate has arrested two restaurant owners for allegedly trafficking and smuggling Indian nationals into the country under fraudulent work permits. The suspects are accused ...
Parents at football club SDZ start petition against shelter nuisance: ‘Somali man walked around naked, attacked people with belt’
Parents at the SDZ football club in Amsterdam-West have launched a petition following multiple safety incidents involving residents from a nearby shelter. The group is demanding action after reported ...
Amsterdam civil servant Jim B. supplied addresses for 95 violent incidents: from 36 bombings to two attempted murders
A 48-year-old Amsterdam civil servant, Jim B., is on trial for allegedly leaking personal addresses to criminals who used the data to carry out 95 violent attacks, including bombings and attempted mur...
Peace Week Haarlem kicks off: 'Harmony is an obstacle to peace'
Haarlem is celebrating a ten-day Peace Week focused on fostering community connection and meaningful dialogue about social harmony. The event features various activities including debates and discussi...
Cabinet allocates millions for evacuation of 250 sick children from Gaza to Jordan
The Dutch government is providing 12 million euros to support medical care for children from the Gaza Strip, including 6 million euros specifically for the evacuation and treatment of 250 children in ...
Two Saudi East-West pipeline pumping stations damaged
A drone attack from Iraq has damaged two pumping stations on a major Saudi Arabian oil pipeline, forcing a temporary closure. The disruption has resulted in cancelled oil shipments to at least two Eur...
Podcast | Grief over Ben Saunders and sister Diana prompts reaction from Charles
This podcast episode, hosted by Lara Zevenberg, Michiel Vos, and Roos de Ridder, covers the latest entertainment news. The discussion includes reactions following the grief expressed by Ben Saunders a...
A44 closed this weekend for viaduct work, and it won't be the last time
The A44 highway is partially closed this weekend for essential maintenance work on the Hoofdvaartviaduct near Abbenes, causing potential 30-minute delays. Further closures are scheduled for late Novem...
Local residents demand safer Klaprozenweg after two fatal accidents: 'I saw someone under a car recently'
Residents of the Klaprozenweg in Amsterdam have launched a petition following two fatal accidents, calling for immediate measures to improve road safety at the Draaierweg crossing. The city has pledge...