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'It sounded like a rocket impact': Badhoevedorp neighborhood jolted awake by ATM bombing

A powerful ATM explosion on Tuesday morning in Badhoevedorp woke residents and caused significant vibrations throughout the neighborhood. Two suspects were subsequently arrested in Amsterdam shortly a...

UN report: Hundreds of migratory fish species need protection

A United Nations report presented in Brazil reveals that migratory freshwater fish populations have declined by approximately 81% since 1970. The study emphasizes that hundreds of these species requir...

Explosions in rapid succession: Region shaken by series of ATM bombings

A series of ATM bombings occurred within a 24-hour period in the region around Amsterdam, causing significant damage and public unrest. Police are currently investigating whether these incidents are l...

27 fines and three arrests during traffic control in Hoofddorp

Police in Hoofddorp issued 27 fines and arrested three individuals during a traffic enforcement operation on Paviljoenlaan and Binnenweg. The arrests were related to driving under the influence, while...

Iran war could significantly damage economy, but less than 2022 energy crisis

The Dutch Central Bank (DNB) warns that a potential war in the Middle East could significantly damage the Dutch economy in a worst-case scenario. However, the regulator notes that the impact on househ...

Football world remembers Johan Cruyff on anniversary of his death as Dutch national team shares animation of 1974 World Cup goals

The football world is commemorating the anniversary of Johan Cruijff's death in 2016 with various tributes. Ajax and the Dutch national team shared animations and social media posts to honor the legen...

Source: French justice investigates former Frontex director

French judicial authorities have launched an investigation into Fabrice Leggeri, the former director of the European border agency Frontex. The probe follows accusations from the Human Rights League (...

Number of asylum seekers in Ter Apel surges

The number of asylum seekers at the Ter Apel registration center has risen to over 2,100, exceeding the facility's 2,000-person capacity limit. Despite the increase, the reception agency COA will not ...

Tehran arrests 466 for sowing unrest

Iranian authorities have arrested 466 individuals for allegedly undermining national security through illegal online activities. According to state media, the crackdown aims to prevent the spread of i...

Emergency service reports injuries from rockets in Tel Aviv

Four people were slightly injured following rocket attacks on Tel Aviv, according to the Israeli emergency service Magen David Adom. The city's mayor reported a direct hit on a building, which occurre...

Zaanstad prison director's car stopped after explosives threat

Moldova: main high-voltage line with Europe severed

Moldovan President Maia Sandu reported that Russian overnight attacks on Ukraine have severed the primary high-voltage power line connecting Moldova to Europe. The damage illustrates the regional impa...

A2 Vinkeveen exit closed due to 'threat against Zaandam prison staff'

The A2 exit at Vinkeveen has been closed following threats against employees of the Zaanstad correctional facility and reports of explosives targeting their vehicles. Police arrested a suspect at a ne...

Development bank FMO: food prices rising sharply due to higher gas prices, and that's not all

FMO CEO Michael Jongeneel reports that rising gas prices and the conflict in the Middle East are driving up food prices and impacting the bank's financed partners more than previous trade wars. Howeve...

Is driving electric really cheaper with current gas prices? Here’s the deal

High fuel prices driven by geopolitical unrest in the Middle East have led to a significant increase in consumer interest in electric vehicles. Recent calculations suggest that driving an electric car...

Petrol and diesel cars increasingly less popular, electric vehicle sales also decline

New petrol and diesel car sales across the European Union saw a significant decline in February compared to the previous year. While electric vehicles are generally gaining popularity, sales in the Ne...

ATM explosion in Badhoevedorp, police investigating

An explosive ATM robbery occurred on Zeemanlaan in Badhoevedorp during the night between Monday and Tuesday. Local police have launched an investigation into the incident.

Ukrainians will not be given priority for housing in Velsen; emergency shelter to end next year

The municipality of Velsen will terminate crisis emergency shelter for Ukrainian refugees starting early next year. Refugees will be transitioned into regular housing, but they will not receive priori...

ATM bombings in Badhoevedorp and Landsmeer, police investigate link

Police are investigating potential connections between four recent ATM explosions in Badhoevedorp, Landsmeer, Laren, and Amsterdam-Zuid. Two suspects were arrested following two separate blasts early ...

Thom (19) saves driver from drowning: "The water was already up to her waist"

On Sunday evening, 19-year-old Thom and two other bystanders rescued a woman after her car crashed into the Leidsevaart in Bennebroek. The rescuers helped the driver escape through a broken window jus...

Pentagon expels journalists from building after court ruling

The US Department of Defense has announced that journalists will no longer be allowed to work inside the Pentagon building following a court ruling. A separate media workspace will be established on t...

Renewed drone and missile attacks reported in Middle East

Iranian state media reported a new wave of missile attacks launched against Israel on Monday night. Meanwhile, Israeli forces targeted the Lebanese capital of Beirut, where journalists confirmed at le...

Death toll from Colombia plane crash rises

A military plane crash in the Putumayo region of Colombia has resulted in at least 34 deaths. Jhon Gabriel Molina Acosta, the governor of the region where the crash occurred, confirmed the updated dea...

Australia and EU sign major free trade agreement after years of negotiations

Australia and the European Union signed a comprehensive free trade agreement in Canberra on Tuesday following years of negotiations. The deal aims to strengthen economic ties and facilitate trade betw...

Jury awards woman $19 million for 1972 rape by Bill Cosby

A jury in Santa Monica has awarded an 84-year-old woman over $19 million in damages for being raped by Bill Cosby in 1972. The actor and comedian plans to appeal the court's decision.

Police release footage of suspicious explosion at Zuidas office building

73-year-old woman pushed over out of nowhere in Kalverstraat, police see possible trend

US government opens new investigations into Harvard

The US Department of Education has launched two new investigations into Harvard University to determine if the institution is practicing affirmative action. This follows a 2023 Supreme Court ruling th...

Bahrain drafts UN resolution against Iranian shipping attacks

Bahrain has drafted a United Nations Security Council resolution seeking authorization for countries to use all necessary means to protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The proposal fol...

One dead, dozens injured in Colombia plane crash

A military plane crashed in Colombia, resulting in one fatality and 77 people being hospitalized. President Gustavo Petro confirmed the incident and the number of casualties on social media.