World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Security forces try to manage Mexico's World Cup opening
Thousands of law enforcement officers have been deployed in Mexico City to prevent protesters from reaching the stadium ahead of the World Cup opening match. The heavy police presence aims to ensure t...
EU presidency Cyprus proposes lower EU budget, Netherlands against
Cyprus, acting as EU chair, has proposed a slightly reduced EU multi-annual budget of 1.95 trillion euros for the 2028-2034 period. Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen reacted by stating that the prop...
Prime Minister Jetten: Zeeland accident 'overshadows everything today'
Prime Minister Rob Jetten expressed his condolences following a tragic accident near Vogelwaarde, Zeeland, which resulted in three deaths on Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred during a primary ...
Norwegians sympathize with ill Crown Princess Mette-Marit: 'Future uncertain'
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit has suspended her official duties as her health has significantly declined, placing her on a waiting list for a lung transplant. The news has resonated throughout ...
Amsterdam tightens procurement policy, but ‘this is no Israel boycott’
Fashion figure Martijn N. appeals 3.5-year sentence in major sex crimes case
Police issue 30 fines for filming burning A10 noise barrier
Police issued 440-euro fines to 30 drivers caught filming a noise barrier fire on the A10 West highway on June 4th. Emergency services supported the enforcement, noting that distracted drivers filming...
Two children and one adult dead in Vogelwaarde accident
Two children and one adult were killed on Thursday afternoon after a car collided with a group of cyclists on the N290 near Vogelwaarde in Zeeland. Four other children sustained serious injuries and w...
Brunner: penalties for countries not adhering to migration pact
European Commissioner for Migration Magnus Brunner announced that the EU will strictly monitor the implementation of the asylum and migration pact. Member states failing to comply with rules for scree...
ANWB: thirty roadside assistance patrols active in Europe this summer
The ANWB will deploy thirty roadside assistance workers across Europe from July 5 to August 30 to support Dutch vacationers experiencing vehicle breakdowns. These teams will be stationed in popular ho...
Pope urges safe and legal migration on Gran Canaria
Pope Leo XIV visited the Canary Islands to advocate for migrants arriving from Africa, emphasizing the need for safe and legal migration channels. During his visit, he spoke in defense of those seekin...
Tallon Griekspoor loses in second round of Libéma Open after frustrating afternoon
Defending champion Tallon Griekspoor was eliminated in the second round of the Libéma Open in Rosmalen after a straight-sets loss to China's Zhizhen Zhang. The Dutch player, ranked significantly high...
Two-year prison sentence demanded for burying body of Surinamese Sherwin Peterhof (41) in Belgian cornfield
Officer who fatally shot 15-year-old after fatbike robbery will not be prosecuted
A Dutch police officer will not face prosecution for the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy following a fatbike robbery report in September 2023. The Public Prosecution Service ruled that the officer...
British Defense Secretary Healey resigns over budget row
British Defense Minister John Healey has announced his resignation following a dispute over funding. In a post on social media, Healey shared his resignation letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, exp...
Tobi Dahmen illustrated his German family’s wartime past: ‘Everyone was part of the machine’
Cabinet votes for EU pesticide plan despite risks
Dutch State Secretary Silvio Erkens announced that the cabinet will vote in favor of a European proposal to simplify pesticide regulations, despite concerns about environmental and health risks. While...
“Even after his death, they stripped him of his dignity”: family of murdered Sherwin (41) has letter read at trial of two of nine suspects
The family of Sherwin Peterhof, who was murdered and buried in Meer last year, shared an emotional statement during an Amsterdam court hearing for two suspects accused of disposing of his body. The su...
PVV politician sentenced to community service for hitting XR activist
Ronald van Tiggelen, a PVV provincial council member, has been sentenced to 200 hours of community service for driving into a climate activist at the provincial house in Haarlem. The court convicted h...
Twelve officers injured after new riots in Northern Ireland
Twelve police officers were injured during overnight riots in Northern Ireland. Authorities arrested sixteen individuals following the unrest, according to Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn.
NS to introduce train line numbers next year
The Dutch railway operator NS will introduce line numbers for all its train routes starting with the 2027 timetable. The carrier aims to simplify planning and transfers for passengers through this new...
Goalkeeper Van Eijk leaves Ajax for Bayern Munich
Regina van Eijk, a 24-year-old goalkeeper, is transferring from Ajax to Bayern Munich after the two clubs reached an agreement. Although she was under contract with the Amsterdam-based club until 2027...
Homes evacuated due to gas leak in Beverwijk
Several homes were evacuated in Beverwijk on Thursday morning after a gas leak occurred on Diezestraat. The evacuations were conducted as a safety precaution due to the release of gas into the area.
Sweden scraps plan for tougher sentences for 13-year-olds
The Swedish government has withdrawn a controversial proposal that would have allowed children as young as 13 to be sentenced to prison. Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer acknowledged that the plan wa...
The biggest World Cup ever, yes. But the most beautiful World Cup was of course 1982
The upcoming World Cup is set to be the largest in history, featuring more host nations and matches than any previous tournament. While the scale of the new competition is unprecedented, the author no...
Iran: ceasefire now virtually meaningless after US attacks
The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned recent U.S. attacks as illegal and criminal violations of a ceasefire agreement. Officials stated that these military actions have rendered the cu...
Ben & Jerry’s being ‘destroyed’ by Magnum owner, says founder
Ben & Jerry's co-founder Ben Cohen has accused the brand's parent company of 'destroying' the label by attempting to suppress its political activism. Cohen claims the owner has specifically tried to b...
Elon Musk to become first-ever trillionaire: net worth rising by $1 million per minute
Elon Musk is projected to become the world's first trillionaire as his fortune grows at an average rate of 1 million dollars per minute. Over the past year, his wealth has increased exponentially and ...
Canada also introduces social media measures for children under 16
Canada has announced a ban on social media for children under the age of 16 if platforms fail to meet new safety standards. Major platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and X will be required to implemen...
At this long, cumbersome World Cup, the drama for now lies in matters other than football
The upcoming World Cup is described as a long and cumbersome tournament where the initial excitement stems from external factors rather than the matches themselves. Although the tournament is expected...