World News in English

Three Dutch people killed in traffic accident in France

Three Dutch nationals, a 71-year-old woman and two men aged 58 and 74, were killed in a serious traffic accident in Jeantes, Northern France. Three other individuals were injured in the collision, whi...

Talking about and commemorating the war is a must: ‘War is part of upbringing’

This article emphasizes the importance of discussing World War II and Remembrance Day with children to ensure they understand history and the current realities of conflict. Experts suggest starting th...

Actor Beau Starr, known for Goodfellas and Halloween, dies

American actor Beau Starr, known for his roles in films like Goodfellas and Halloween 4, has passed away at the age of 81. He died of natural causes on April 24 at his home in Vancouver.

Ukraine offers Finland a drone agreement

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed a drone agreement with Finland to strengthen bilateral defense cooperation. Under the deal, Kyiv would share its drone technology and combat experti...

One dead in Oldenzaal house fire

One person died and two others were hospitalized following a house fire in Oldenzaal on Sunday afternoon. The survivors, who are family members of the deceased, were treated for smoke inhalation.

Israeli army kills man in West Bank

The Israeli army killed a 26-year-old man and injured four others during an operation in Nablus on the occupied West Bank. The death was confirmed by the Palestinian Ministry of Health.

Two Dutch flotilla passengers arrive at Schiphol

Two Dutch activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, Osman Tastan and Anas Mohamad, arrived at Schiphol Airport from Istanbul on Monday afternoon. They were welcomed by approximately thirty supporters ...

Car heavily damaged by fire on Willem Pijperstraat in Haarlem

A parked car was heavily damaged after catching fire on Sunday afternoon at Willem Pijperstraat in Haarlem. A neighboring vehicle also sustained damage during the incident.

Dropped Sef: be silent on May 4, but speak out afterwards

Rapper Sef called on the Dutch public to observe silence on May 4th for war victims while urging them to speak out against international conflicts throughout the rest of the year. The appeal follows h...

French minister wants tougher action against illegal parties

French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez has pledged to take stricter action against illegal parties following an unauthorized rave in Southern France. The event, which began on Friday, attracted tens o...

Al Jazeera: Iranian peace proposal includes US non-aggression promise

Al Jazeera reports that Iran has submitted a three-phase peace proposal to the United States via Pakistan. The plan aims to transition a ceasefire into a permanent end to the conflict within thirty da...

Police officer injured during vandalism in IJsselstein

Police officers were targeted with fireworks during disturbances in IJsselstein on Saturday night. One officer sustained injuries after a firework exploded near his head, though he did not require hos...

IAEA requests access to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant lab after drone attack

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has requested access to a laboratory at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine following a drone attack on Sunday. The facility is currently unde...

Driver arrested after collision at intersection in Uitgeest

Two cars collided at the intersection of Populierenlaan and Geesterweg in Uitgeest on Sunday afternoon. One of the drivers involved was arrested following the accident.

Willibrord Frequin boldly asked an indignant Prince Bernhard about the Lockheed allegations

Study: Far-right uses concerned citizens to grow

Research platform Justice for Prosperity reports that the far-right network Identitair Verzet is hijacking local protests against asylum seeker centers to expand its influence. The group is accused of...

Mayor: Brutal night in IJsselstein caused by 'scum'

Rioters caused significant damage to the town hall and an adjacent theater in IJsselstein during a night of violence. Mayor Ester Weststeijn condemned the actions of the vandals, describing the situat...

OPEC+ increases oil production in June, first decision after UAE departure

Opec+ member nations announced on Sunday that they will increase oil production starting in June. This decision marks the first major move by the group following the United Arab Emirates' recent annou...

Researcher: Wildfire risk not yet over

Researcher Gerbert Roerink from Wageningen University warns that the recent rainfall is insufficient to significantly reduce the risk of wildfires. He emphasizes that despite the wet weather over the ...

19-year-old man seriously injured in stabbing at WG-Plein

19-year-old man 'critically injured' in stabbing in courtyard near Eerste Helmersstraat

A 19-year-old man was critically injured in a stabbing incident that occurred in a courtyard near Eerste Helmersstraat in Amsterdam on Monday morning. Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter...

Three arrested in the act after house burglary in Hoofddorp

Three men from Amsterdam, aged 22 and 23, were arrested on Saturday morning after being caught red-handed during a house burglary on Thomas Harriotlaan in Hoofddorp. The suspects were taken into custo...

Rubio to Vatican after Trump-Pope clash

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Italy and Vatican City next week to repair diplomatic relations following recent insults by President Donald Trump toward the Pope. The trip aims to ad...

The Greenhouse | Time to give this American bear a Dutch passport

Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses the increasing risk of wildfires in the Netherlands following recent events. He advocates for the development of a "fire culture" to improve national preparedne...

French brewer must stop 'John Lemon' beer after Yoko Ono complaint

A French brewer from Brittany has been forced to stop selling his craft beer named "John Lemon" after a complaint from Yoko Ono. John Lennon's widow objected to the pun, leading to the product being p...

Israel orders evacuation of eleven villages in southern Lebanon

The Israeli military has issued evacuation orders for eleven villages in southern Lebanon, instructing all residents to leave immediately. The IDF stated that the move is necessary as it conducts stri...

Max Verstappen himself surprised by second place in Miami qualifying

Max Verstappen secured a surprising second place in the qualifying session for the Miami Grand Prix. The four-time world champion admitted he did not expect to achieve such a high starting position fo...

Taxi hits traffic light after collision with car in Beverwijk

A taxi and a car collided at the intersection of Plesmanweg and Alkmaarseweg in Beverwijk on Saturday night. One person was injured and treated at the scene by paramedics after the taxi crashed into a...

Bevrijdingspop to center on war and freedom in 2026: 'The new generation feels deeply about what is happening in the world'

The Haarlem festival Bevrijdingspop is shifting its focus to emphasize the importance of peace, security, and freedom in its upcoming edition. While still featuring popular music acts like S10 and Ban...

Large fire in the center of Hoogeveen

A large fire broke out in the center of Hoogeveen on Saturday night after a car fire spread to a nearby house on Jonkheer de Jongestraat. Local authorities from the Drenthe safety region reported that...