World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Deaths and damage from earthquake in China
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Guangxi region in southwestern China on Monday, resulting in at least two fatalities. The epicenter of the quake was located near the city of Liuzhou, where damag...
Scooter rider ends up in ditch along dike in Heemskerk, unlicensed and under the influence
A scooter rider was injured after crashing into a ditch in Heemskerk early Monday morning. Police discovered that the individual was driving under the influence and did not possess a valid driver's li...
Major damage in head-on collision at Badhoevedorp intersection
Two vehicles were involved in a serious head-on collision at the intersection of Schipholweg and Sloterweg in Badhoevedorp early Monday morning. The accident occurred around 4:20 AM and resulted in si...
India also signs strategic partnership with Sweden
India and Sweden have established a strategic partnership aimed at doubling their trade and mutual investments over the next five years. This announcement follows a similar agreement recently conclude...
Old Toyota heavily damaged by car fire in Heemskerk
A 1986 Toyota Camry was heavily damaged by a fire while parked on Debora Bakelaan in Heemskerk early Monday morning. The blaze broke out around 2:15 AM, causing significant damage to the vintage vehic...
74 fraud suspects identified
Dutch police have identified 74 out of 100 fraud suspects after releasing their images to the public. Thirty-eight individuals have been interrogated so far, while investigations into the remaining su...
Jim starts petition after frustrating cycling holiday: "European rail network must improve"
Jim Odenhoven from Amsterdam is launching a European Citizens' Initiative to improve the European rail network following a frustrating cycling trip plagued by delays and booking complications. To have...
We all change along with the younger generation, but for Kim Lammers the magic of sport isn't in Hazes or Madonna
Shakira and Madonna are scheduled to perform during the halftime show of the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19. The event is expected to attract a record-breaking television ...
A9 roadworks begin, Rijkswaterstaat expects Monday traffic jams: 'Stay on the highway or chaos will ensue'
Maintenance work on the A9 highway between Alkmaar and Uitgeest has begun and is scheduled to last for one month. Rijkswaterstaat warns of significant traffic delays starting Monday morning and advise...
Hantavirus, norovirus or pneumonia: 200,000 Dutch people hospitalized due to infection
Approximately 200,000 people in the Netherlands are hospitalized annually due to infectious diseases such as the hantavirus, norovirus, and pneumonia. Experts note a rising trend in these hospitalizat...
Positive test for Canadian passenger on Hondius confirmed
Canadian health services have confirmed that a passenger on the Dutch cruise ship m/v Hondius has tested positive for hantavirus. The confirmation follows a preliminary positive result reported on Sat...
Exit poll: Spanish socialists lose in Andalusia elections
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's Socialist party is facing a potential defeat in the Andalusia regional elections according to recent exit polls. The vote is being closely watched as a baromete...
Jewish umbrella group upset by officials at Nakba commemorations
The Central Jewish Organization (CJO) has expressed concern over Dutch mayors and aldermen participating in Nakba commemorations last weekend. The organization urged public officials to maintain neutr...
Ten killed in armed attack in Mexican state of Puebla
Ten people, including a child, were killed during an armed attack in the municipality of Tehuitzingo in the Mexican state of Puebla. The casualties, which consisted of six men, three women, and one mi...
Another fatal cow attack in Austria
A 67-year-old woman has died in Austria after being attacked by a herd of cows while hiking through a meadow. Police confirmed that the hiker sustained fatal injuries during the encounter.
Bear kills man in Bulgaria
A man was killed by a female bear and her cub in the Vitosha mountains just outside the Bulgarian capital of Sofia. Forensic and wildlife experts confirmed the cause of death after examining tracks an...
Israeli economy takes major hit from Middle East war
Israel's economy experienced a significant contraction in the first quarter of this year due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Data released by the Israeli Bureau of Statistics on Sunday con...
Scoring Ronald Koeman is the hero; Telstar stay in the Eredivisie and Volendam face a replay
Telstar goalkeeper Ronald Koeman secured his team's place in the Eredivisie after making a crucial save and scoring a last-minute winning penalty. The victory ensures Telstar remains in the top flight...
Modena driver not charged with terrorism
A driver who injured several pedestrians in the city center of Modena, Italy, has been charged with manslaughter and aggravated assault. Local authorities confirmed that the individual is not being ch...
Car in water along N201 near Hoofddorp
A car skidded off the N201 road near Hoofddorp on Sunday afternoon and ended up in the water. The driver was assessed by emergency services but did not require transportation to the hospital.
German police shoot escaped tiger dead
German police shot and killed a tiger that escaped from a private enclosure. One man reportedly sustained minor injuries during the incident.
WHO commission calls for action on climate and health
An independent commission established by the World Health Organization is urging European policymakers to take more action to address the health impacts of climate change. On Sunday, the group present...
Confrontation between football fans at gas station along A28
A confrontation involving dozens of football supporters occurred at a gas station along the A28 near Putten. During the incident, a vehicle was set on fire, according to the East Netherlands police.
New victims come forward in French Epstein investigation
A Paris prosecutor reported that approximately a dozen new suspected victims of Jeffrey Epstein have come forward in a French human trafficking investigation. The probe was initiated following the rel...
Deaths in Israeli attacks in Gaza
At least four people were killed in the Gaza Strip on Sunday following Israeli attacks. Health officials reported the casualties from the strikes.
Man tries to take officer's gun during protest in Haarlem
During a protest in Haarlem on Saturday afternoon, a man attempted to snatch a firearm from a police officer. The suspect was quickly apprehended by bystanders and other officers before being taken in...
Bronze for sailors Lambriex, Van Aanholt and Van de Werken at World Championships
Dutch sailors Bart Lambriex van Aanholt and Floris van de Werken secured a bronze medal at the 49er class sailing World Championship in Quiberon, France. Lambriex van Aanholt, who hails from Haarlem, ...
Red Cross scales up in DRC and Uganda due to Ebola outbreak
The Red Cross is scaling up aid operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda following a new Ebola outbreak. The organization is focusing on prevention and education programs to inform pe...
Gaasperdammertunnel partially closed after accident
The Gaasperdammertunnel in Amsterdam-Zuidoost was partially closed on Monday morning following a car accident that left one vehicle heavily damaged. Emergency services, including two ambulances, respo...
Italian Prime Minister meets victims of Modena collision
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni visited victims of a car collision in Modena on Sunday that injured eight people. The Prime Minister canceled a scheduled trip to Cyprus to meet with those affect...