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Andy Burnham wants to succeed British PM Starmer

Andy Burnham, the outgoing Mayor of Manchester, has announced his intention to succeed Keir Starmer as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Starmer resigned on Monday morning following mounting press...

Shot fired during home invasion on Anna van den Vondelstraat

A man was injured during a home robbery at his holiday residence on Anna van den Vondelstraat in Amsterdam West overnight. During a struggle with two perpetrators, a gunshot was fired, but no one was ...

Rijkswaterstaat heat protocol in effect in Brabant and Limburg

Rijkswaterstaat has activated its heat protocol for the provinces of Limburg and Noord-Brabant this Monday. The measure ensures that stranded motorists are quickly moved to safe locations with facilit...

'Welcome to Heemstede', walking for refugees

On World Refugee Day, approximately 100 residents marched through Heemstede to raise awareness for the reception and housing of refugees. The event aimed to show community support for asylum seekers.

Lebanese president and US vice president discuss ceasefire

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and U.S. Vice President JD Vance discussed ceasefire efforts in Lebanon during a phone call on Monday. The conversation, reported by Aoun's office, focused on ongoing di...

Thirteen people drowned during hot weekend in France

At least thirteen people, including two minors, drowned across France during a hot weekend. The incidents were reported by French broadcaster BFMTV as the country experienced high temperatures.

EU chief Von der Leyen thanks 'statesman' Starmer

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed her gratitude to outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer following his resignation announcement on Monday. Starmer decided to step dow...

Robbery in Heemstede, witnesses sought

A victim was assaulted during a theft on Leidsevaartweg in Heemstede on Sunday evening around 9:30 PM. Police are currently seeking witnesses and camera footage to assist in their investigation.

British Prime Minister Starmer resigns

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation from office. He submitted his formal resignation to King Charles on Monday morning after holding a press conference at 10 Downing Stre...

Explosion at garage box in Amsterdam-West, police investigating

Iranian delegation returns to Tehran after negotiations with US

An Iranian delegation has returned to Tehran following 18 hours of negotiations with the United States in Switzerland. The discussions, held at a resort near Lucerne, aimed to finalize details of a pr...

Explosion blows door out of building in Zeeheldenbuurt

An explosion occurred at garage boxes on Barentszstraat in Amsterdam's Zeeheldenbuurt neighborhood early this morning, causing significant damage and blowing out a door. One person was treated for smo...

Even in cycling there are sticklers for the rules, Mart Smeets observes. 'What a sad decision'

Sports commentator Mart Smeets criticized the strict enforcement of rules in cycling following a dominant performance by Tadej Pogacar and the UAE team on Saturday. The team's display of strength serv...

Ebola cases in Congo rise above one thousand

The number of Ebola infections in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 1,000, with 1,003 confirmed cases reported by local authorities. As of Sunday evening, 254 people have died from the vi...

Prison sentence for former South Korean minister over 2024 power grab

Former South Korean Justice Minister Park Sung-jae has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for his involvement in the martial law declaration of late 2024. The sentence follows his role in the power ...

Dutch flock to car holidays due to war and higher prices: 'We won’t let it be taken away'

Due to the conflict in the Middle East and rising costs, Dutch travelers are increasingly choosing car vacations closer to home this year. According to the ANWB, people are prioritizing their holidays...

Clen V. (39) suspected of poisoning and drowning his wife, found dead at a home on Koninginneweg

Cape Verde shock again and Egypt claim first World Cup win: what you missed overnight at the 2026 World Cup

Cape Verde secured a 2-2 draw against Uruguay, sparking celebrations in Rotterdam where five of their starting players were born. In other World Cup news, Egypt achieved its first-ever tournament vict...

Belgium devastated after another 2026 World Cup disappointment: 'What are we even doing here?'

The Belgian national football team is facing significant criticism from the domestic press after disappointing draws against Egypt and Iran in the 2026 World Cup group stages. Despite being in a group...

Multiple dead in Philippines school shooting

Three people were killed and five others were injured during a shooting at a school in the Philippines. Local police confirmed the casualties following the incident.

Special locations to offer WorldPride visitors help against violence or discrimination

Foundation RITA will establish several "Safer Spaces" across Amsterdam during WorldPride, which takes place from July 25 to August 8. These locations, including the Stedelijk Museum and the Nieuwe Ker...

Kim Lammers can't bear the thought: World Cup stress over your knee or heart rate

Former Dutch athlete Kim Lammers shares her perspective on the immense physical and mental stress experienced by players during the Football World Cup. The tournament has reached its second week, mark...

Tension over close election result in Colombia

Tensions have risen in Cali, Colombia, following a close presidential election result. Protesters clashed with riot police, who used tear gas to disperse the crowd after American flags were burned and...

Right-wing pro-Trump candidate wins Colombian elections

Right-wing lawyer and Donald Trump supporter Abelardo de la Espriella has won the decisive second round of Colombia's presidential elections. With over 99 percent of the votes counted, he leads with 4...

Truck hits railway bridge near Westerpark, Amsterdam train traffic disrupted

Ramiro Valdés, key figure in Cuban revolution, dies

Ramiro Valdés, a key figure in the Cuban revolution and close associate of Fidel and Raúl Castro, has passed away at the age of 94. His death was announced by Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, who...

Advice: aid to partner countries needed to control migration

The Dutch Advisory Council on Migration and the Advisory Council on International Affairs advise that better management of migration requires stronger partnerships with non-EU countries. These collabo...

Millions of barrels transported through Strait of Hormuz despite Iran's claim

Millions of barrels of oil were transported through the Strait of Hormuz this weekend despite claims from Iran that it had closed the waterway. Shipping data reported by Bloomberg confirmed the contin...

Boat fire in Mooie Nel near Spaarndam quickly under control

Firefighters responded to a boat fire in the Mooie Nel near Spaarndam on Sunday evening around 7:20 PM. The blaze was quickly brought under control following the arrival of emergency services.

Messi's boot, Summerville's kiss and the player lifting Advocaat: the first eleven days of the World Cup in eleven photos

This article highlights the first eleven days of the World Cup through a selection of eleven significant press photographs. The images capture key moments involving football figures such as Lionel Mes...