World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
British bestselling author and former politician Jeffrey Archer (86) has died
British author and former politician Jeffrey Archer has died at the age of 86. Known for successful series like The Clifton Chronicles, Archer also had a complex political career marked by a perjury c...
Fire at flower stall on the Amstelveenseweg
A fire occurred at a flower stall on the Amstelveenseweg in Amsterdam, requiring multiple fire department units to respond. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
Squatters in Sarphatistraat: 'Homes for people, not for profit'
Squatters have occupied a vacant building on Sarphatistraat in Amsterdam, displaying banners against profit-driven housing. Because the group has been present for over a week, police cannot conduct an...
Building squatted on Sarphatistraat
A building on Sarphatistraat in Amsterdam was occupied by squatters a week ago, who have since displayed banners protesting the commodification of housing. The property owner is aware of the situation...
Men march through Amsterdam to protect women, feminist groups ‘irked by the gesture’
Organizers are holding a march in Amsterdam this Saturday intended to advocate for women's safety. Feminist groups have criticized the event, specifically taking issue with the organizers' stated goal...
Men march through Amsterdam against violence against women, feminist groups critical of the term 'protect'
Organizers are planning a march from Dam Square to Museumplein in Amsterdam this Saturday to protest violence against women. The event has faced backlash from feminist groups who take issue with the o...
Uncertainty in oil market persists due to tensions around Strait of Hormuz
The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz continues to fuel global oil market instability as worldwide reserves drop significantly. While G7 countries are releasing strategic oil stocks to ease pressure, i...
Hack of Danish population register serves as wake-up call for the Netherlands: This could happen here too
A major cyberattack on the Danish population register has exposed the data of nine million people after hackers infiltrated the system through a third-party supplier. Cybersecurity experts warn that t...
We are testing 20 kilometers per hour on the Amstelveenseweg bike path
Amsterdam is testing a 20 kilometer per hour speed limit for cyclists on the Amstelveenseweg bike path. The initiative aims to determine if lower speeds enhance safety and traffic flow in the area.
Teenager acquitted of attempted murder of boxing gym owner in Almere
A teenager from Arnhem has been acquitted of the attempted murder of an Almere boxing gym owner due to insufficient evidence linking him to the shooting. While cleared of the primary charge, the teen ...
Germany calls Damen's claim for damages after order cancellation unfounded
Germany has dismissed a 4.7 billion euro damage claim from the Dutch shipbuilder Damen Naval following the cancellation of a contract for six naval vessels. While German officials argue the project wa...
31 protesters arrested during Extinction Rebellion action at Schiphol
Approximately 31 Extinction Rebellion protesters were arrested at Schiphol Airport after demonstrating against KLM's frequent flyer program. The group argues that the loyalty system promotes excessive...
Suspect (27) arrested for robbing necklace from elderly Mieke (96)
A 27-year-old suspect has been arrested and extradited from Germany for the violent robbery of a 96-year-old woman in Overveen. The victim's family and friends had conducted their own search for the p...
Euro hits seventeen-month low due to political unrest in Europe
The euro has hit a seventeen-month low against the dollar due to mounting political and economic instability in France and Spain. Experts warn that this European market volatility and rising debt conc...
British school buses in trouble due to high diesel prices
Rising diesel costs are threatening the operations of British school bus companies, which are struggling to maintain services under fixed-fee contracts. Similar financial pressures are impacting trans...
Another explosion at apartment building in Osdorp, mailbox completely blown away
A second explosion has occurred at an apartment building on the Botteskerksingel in Amsterdam, causing structural damage to the entrance and destroying a mailbox unit. Police are currently investigati...
Amsterdam man competes for world porridge title in Scotland: 'Back again next year'
Amsterdam resident India Mae Abbas traveled to Scotland to compete in the World Porridge Making Championship held in Carrbridge. Although she did not win the Golden Spurtle trophy, she plans to refine...
Norway to temporarily ban AI glasses in crowded places
Norway is introducing a temporary ban on AI smart glasses in busy public spaces due to privacy concerns regarding unauthorized recording. The Netherlands is also debating the issue, with local retaile...
Second explosion in two weeks blows mailboxes out of facade in Osdorp
A second explosion in two weeks has damaged mailboxes and a parked car at an apartment complex in the Osdorp district of Amsterdam. Police are investigating the incident and seeking witnesses to deter...
Data of nearly nine million Danes stolen in population registry hack
Nearly 8.8 million personal records from the Danish Central Person Register were compromised after unauthorized parties exploited the credentials of a private company. The stolen data includes names, ...
A rat in Watergraafsmeer that even German television is coming to see
A rat infestation in Amsterdam's Watergraafsmeer district has attracted the attention of German broadcaster ZDF, which is filming a documentary on urban pest control. Municipal health officials visite...
Bijlmer plane crash commemorated 34 years later in Southeast
The 34th anniversary of the 1992 Bijlmer air disaster was commemorated today in the Zuidoost district of Amsterdam. Relatives, officials, and community members gathered to honor the 43 lives lost when...
Person injured after accident on N201 in Hoofddorp, driver flees scene
A person was seriously injured in a hit-and-run accident on the N201 in Hoofddorp this afternoon. The driver involved fled the scene, and police are currently searching for the vehicle while the victi...
Protest against factory farming in city center: "Stop the slaughter"
Hundreds of protesters marched through central Amsterdam today to demonstrate against the animal industry and demand better welfare rights. Organized by various groups including the Party for the Anim...
One small mistake can have fatal consequences: how Leiden isolates that one highly contagious Ebola patient
The LUMC in Leiden is managing the care of a highly infectious Ebola patient who arrived on Thursday evening. The hospital has enforced strict isolation procedures, including the use of specialized pr...
Kilos of cocaine sent in package to company in the North
Police in Amsterdam-Noord discovered several kilograms of cocaine inside a package shipped from Colombia to a local industrial business. No arrests have been made, and an investigation is currently un...
Rising sea levels threaten future of Delta Works: 'Construction takes forty years'
Rising sea levels threaten the future effectiveness of the Netherlands' Delta Works, prompting experts to call for long-term planning and potential structural overhauls. Since large-scale water defens...
Extensive damage from explosions at homes in Nieuw-West and Noord
Two explosive incidents caused significant property damage at residential buildings in the Amsterdam districts of Nieuw-West and Noord. Although both locations were cordoned off for investigation, aut...
The Greenhouse | Here is how our energy system was overhauled before
Amsterdam is embarking on a significant expansion of its electrical infrastructure to accommodate a projected multi-fold increase in energy demand. The project involves upgrading existing substations,...
City Archives investigates colonial past of De Bazel: "Spider in the colonial web"
The Amsterdam City Archives is preparing a 2027 exhibition titled The Colonial World to investigate the history of the De Bazel building and its role in the Dutch Trading Society. By focusing on perso...