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Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Man arrested for arson of beach houses in Wijk aan Zee
Multiple dead and six missing after major fire in Brussels city center
The Amsterdam Citizen Monitor: crime, waste and housing market are the biggest concerns
The Amsterdam Citizen Monitor reveals that residents are most concerned about crime, waste management, and the housing market. This report provides insights into the current state of the city from the...
Court acquits driver in death of 14-year-old Tamar from Marken: 2.5 seconds of inattention is not ‘grossly negligent’
Three Amsterdam girls arrested in North Brabant after distraction theft: posed as police officers to steal jewelry
Fire at snack bar in Amsterdam-West
A large fire broke out at a snack bar on Jan Evertsenstraat in Amsterdam-West this afternoon. Firefighters are on the scene, and residents have been advised to keep windows and doors closed due to hea...
Russia places AkzoNobel's Russian subsidiaries under state control
Russian President Vladimir Putin has placed the Russian subsidiaries of the Dutch multinational AkzoNobel under temporary state control. AkzoNobel is currently evaluating the decision, noting that the...
Man assaulted at Sloterdijk station after refusing to give cigarette
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit leaves hospital after lung transplant
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been discharged from the hospital nearly a month after undergoing a lung transplant. She is now set to continue her recovery at home over the coming months.
Man injured in stabbing on Akerwateringstraat in Osdorp
US states take legal action against multibillion-dollar Warner-Paramount merger
A group of twelve U.S. states is seeking to block the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance. They argue that the merger would reduce market competition and lead to higher prices ...
Cameras on Gerard Callenburgstraat after two explosions in one week
Authorities in Amsterdam have installed urgent camera surveillance on the Gerard Callenburgstraat following two separate explosions at a residence within one week. No injuries were reported, though th...
Oil price at highest level since Iran and US signed declaration of intent
Oil prices have reached a four-week high following a significant increase on Monday and Tuesday. The rise is attributed to the United States' announcement of a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and Pre...
Think tank report: solar energy provides quarter of EU electricity for the first time
According to the energy think tank Ember, solar energy accounted for a quarter of the total electricity production in the European Union for the first time in June. This milestone marks a significant ...
Pride grows in Europe despite opposition: 'The more it is restricted, the more people show up'
OLVG starts trial for late-term abortions: procedure between 22nd and 24th week is permitted but remains sensitive
KLM seeks alternative routes after Houthi warning on Saudi airspace
KLM is investigating alternative flight paths for two flights traveling from India to Amsterdam due to safety warnings from Houthi rebels regarding Saudi Arabian airspace. The airline is adjusting its...
Person injured in shooting on Karspeldreef in Southeast Amsterdam
A man was injured during a shooting on the Karspeldreef near the Kraaiennest metro station in Amsterdam Southeast around 10:00 PM. Police are currently searching for a suspect seen fleeing the area an...
Amsterdam admits: zero-emission zone for passenger cars will not happen before 2030
After 50 years, humans are flying to the moon again: 'Crew reflects today's society'
For the first time since 1972, astronauts have flown toward the moon as part of a mission reflecting modern societal changes. The current lunar program highlights international collaboration and a foc...
Robert finds looted Goudstikker painting among bulky waste: 'I thought it was hideous'
A man named Robert van der Hoek discovered a painting from the stolen collection of Jewish art dealer Jacques Goudstikker among trash in Amsterdam. After identifying the work, he returned it to the Go...
How the World Cup became a money machine for FIFA: no taxes, record revenue of 11.5 billion euros, and ‘everything is for Infantino’
The FIFA World Cup has achieved record commercial success, generating 11.5 billion euros in revenue while benefiting from tax-exempt status. With the tournament expanding to 48 countries and 104 match...
More pride flags in Rivierenbuurt after acts of vandalism: "It gets to me every time"
At least seven rainbow flags have been destroyed this month in Amsterdam's Rivierenbuurt neighborhood, prompting local residents and business owners to respond by hanging even more flags. The vandalis...
Dubai works on plans for new port to bypass Strait of Hormuz
Port operator DP World is planning to construct a new port in Fujairah on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates. This project aims to provide an alternative route for ships to bypass the Strait o...
Trump wants ships in Strait of Hormuz to pay toll for protection
Former US President Donald Trump has proposed that all cargo ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz should pay tolls to the United States. He argues that this fee is necessary to compensate the U....
Ter Apel measures: asylum seekers housed in separate building, preventive stop-and-frisk on lawn in front of registration center
The Dutch government is implementing new measures at the Ter Apel asylum seeker reception center to address safety and overcrowding issues. Asylum seekers will now be housed in a separate building, an...
Amsterdam parties want to bar Spanish company from tram tender over activities in occupied Palestinian territory
Police rescue dog from sweltering car in parking garage: "Unfortunately it happened again"
Police in Amsterdam rescued a dog that had been left alone in an overheated car in a parking garage for over forty minutes. Authorities managed to open the vehicle without causing any damage, while an...
Son of Norwegian crown princess may be released from prison with an ankle monitor
Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has had his pre-trial detention extended by four weeks by an Oslo court. However, he has been granted permission to serve this peri...
