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Four-year sentence demanded for former police officer for rape of 17-year-old girl

Prosecutors have demanded a four-year prison sentence for two men, including a former police officer, for the rape of a 17-year-old girl in Nieuwegein in October 2023. One of the suspects, 45-year-old...

Suspects confess to attack on Rotterdam synagogue

Four suspects have confessed to their involvement in a March 13 attack on a synagogue in Rotterdam during a preliminary court hearing. The defendants claim they were unaware the target was a religious...

Hoofddorp suspect in fatal stabbing of Scott from Driehuis considers letter to family

A 23-year-old man from Hoofddorp, convicted of fatally stabbing a victim from Driehuis, is considering contacting the deceased's family members. His lawyer shared this information on Tuesday during a ...

Motorist resuscitated after vehicle enters water in Hoofddorp

A motorist was resuscitated on Tuesday afternoon after their vehicle ended up in a ditch along the Vijfhuizerweg in Hoofddorp. Emergency services pulled the victim from the water and performed life-sa...

KLM cancels flights to Saudi Arabia until end of July

KLM has extended its suspension of flights to the Saudi Arabian cities of Riyadh and Dammam until July 26 due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The airline cited safety concerns as the prima...

KLM cancels flights to Saudi Arabia until end of July

KLM has extended the suspension of its flights to the Saudi Arabian cities of Riyadh and Dammam until July 26 due to regional security concerns in the Middle East. Additionally, the airline confirmed ...

35-year-old man arrested for assaulting son of Parool columnist Yesim Candan

A 35-year-old man has been arrested for assaulting the minor son of columnist Yesim Candan with a chain lock in South Amsterdam. The attack occurred in a tunnel under the A10 and followed a threatenin...

King emphasizes importance of closer ties with Germany

King Willem-Alexander has emphasized the importance of intensifying the friendship between the Netherlands and Germany to remain resilient during times of international uncertainty. He made these rema...

EU allocates 16.5 million euros to fight Ebola outbreak

The European Union has allocated 16.5 million euros to combat the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. European Commissioner Hadja Lahbib announced the funding fol...

Doctor in Matthew Perry case appeals: 'I'm not a doctor but a drug dealer'

A doctor convicted of supplying ketamine to actor Matthew Perry is appealing his sentence, claiming he was acting as a drug dealer rather than a medical professional. He argues that his prison term is...

At least two Iranian soldiers killed in Israeli strikes

At least two Iranian soldiers were killed during recent Israeli strikes in Iran, according to Iranian state television. The victims were reportedly members of the military's air defense units.

Foreign media spot striking flaw in Dutch team: 'This is the problem'

The Dutch national football team secured a 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan on Monday but drew criticism from international media for failing to capitalize on numerous scoring chances. As the squad prepare...

Morocco hunts criminals from Netherlands, Belgium, and France in major Tangier and Marrakech operation

Feared bear captured after days of searching in Japan

A bear has been captured in Utsunomiya, Japan, after a multi-day search that caused significant disruption. The animal's presence led to the closure of nearly 100 schools in the city north of Tokyo on...

UN investigation: Palestinian civilians caught between warring parties

A UN commission report states that violence by Jewish settlers against Palestinian civilians in the West Bank rose sharply last year. Additionally, Hamas-affiliated fighters in Gaza were responsible f...

Cocaine processing in EU takes place mainly in the Netherlands

The European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) reported in its 2024 annual report that cocaine processing within the EU is primarily centered in the Netherlands. According to the agency, 24 out of 42 dismantl...

Royal couple welcomes German President at Dam Square

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima officially welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at Dam Square in Amsterdam for a multi-day state visit. The itinerary includes a visit to the Natio...

Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk: 'Something very special could happen this World Cup'

Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk stated he is ready for his final World Cup appearance after recovering from a mentally challenging season at Liverpool. Following a short break with his family, the...

Main Marengo suspect Ridouan Taghi has new lawyers

Ridouan Taghi, the main suspect in the Marengo trial, has appointed Ronald van der Horst and Anique Slijters as his new defense lawyers. The Amsterdam Court of Appeal announced the appointment on Tues...

French singer Patrick Bruel's detention extended in sexual misconduct investigation

French singer Patrick Bruel's custody has been extended by 24 hours by the public prosecutor in Nanterre, near Paris. The 67-year-old is under investigation for sexual violence involving thirteen pote...

Code yellow from Tuesday afternoon due to thunderstorms and wind gusts

The KNMI has issued a code yellow warning for the entire Netherlands starting Tuesday afternoon due to approaching severe thunderstorms. The weather service warns that these storms may be accompanied ...

Dutch fans John and Erica travel across the US hoping to attend World Cup final: ‘Imagine if we’re in the stadium for sixty dollars’

John and Erica van den Berg from Abbenes have secured tickets for every potential match of the Dutch national team at the upcoming World Cup in the United States. The couple expresses strong optimism ...

Amsterdam and Japan have more in common than two Ajax players

Ahead of the World Cup match between the Netherlands and Japan on June 14, this article explores the historical relationship between Amsterdam and Japan. The piece highlights how the connection betwee...

Car ends up in ditch after collision with taxi in Badhoevedorp

A car ended up in a ditch on Tuesday morning following a collision with a taxi on the Zonnekruidweg in Badhoevedorp. No injuries were reported, though the occupants were shaken by the accident.

Demand for AI hardware keeps Chinese exports going strong

Chinese exports experienced a significant increase in May, driven primarily by strong global demand for AI hardware such as chips and data center equipment. This growth occurred despite the ongoing co...

Frenkie de Jong not worried about Netherlands, but: 'Important that we adjust a few things'

Frenkie de Jong expressed confidence in the Dutch national team despite a narrow 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan, which was secured by two Cody Gakpo penalties. Although the team struggled while playing w...

170 participants from 8 countries head to Haarlem for special Shaolin kung fu event

The Spaarnehal in Haarlem will host the Open Dutch Championship Shaolin Kung Fu on Saturday, June 13. Approximately 170 participants from eight countries will gather for the event, which features trad...

Memphis Depay and Netherlands reserves lose to second-string Uzbekistan

The Dutch national football team reserves, including Memphis Depay, lost 2-1 in a training match against Uzbekistan's second-choice team. The game was held at an empty Icahn Stadium in New York City.

Ecologists survey winged inhabitants of De Molenhoek in Uitgeest: ‘Careful planning prevents delay, so timing is very important’

Ecologist Melissa Keijsper is conducting research on bat populations at the former De Molenhoek school building in Uitgeest through September. Using thermal imaging cameras, the study aims to identify...

Evacuations in New Zealand capital due to high waves

Residents in coastal areas south of Wellington, New Zealand, were ordered to evacuate on Monday due to dangerous sea conditions. A local state of emergency has been declared as the region faces waves ...