World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Foreign Ministry: increased risk of new earthquakes in Japan
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a warning to travelers regarding an increased risk of powerful earthquakes in Japan, specifically in the Tohoku and Hokkaido regions. These seismic eve...
VU professor wins ‘green Nobel Prize’ for groundbreaking fungus research: ‘Fungi are divas’
Teenager charged with arson at London synagogue
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with arson following an attack on a synagogue in London. The incident follows a series of attacks on various Jewish sites in the British capital, leading to the impl...
Pope Leo commemorates predecessor Francis one year after death
Pope Leo commemorated the first anniversary of the death of his predecessor, Pope Francis. During the memorial, he expressed gratitude for Francis's significant legacy and contributions to both the Ca...
About seventy protesters try to block asylum laws
Approximately 70 protesters gathered outside the Dutch Senate in The Hague to demonstrate against proposed asylum laws. The group urged senators to vote against the legislation, arguing that it lacks ...
German minister: suspending Israel association agreement inappropriate
German politician Johann Wadephul stated during an EU meeting in Luxembourg that suspending the association agreement with Israel would be inappropriate. He emphasized that while critical issues such ...
Employers reject mandatory work-from-home day: 'A difficult puzzle'
The European Union is considering a proposal to mandate at least one day of remote work per week for employees in member states to mitigate the energy crisis. Dutch employers have voiced opposition to...
Dutch national injured in shooting at pyramids in Mexico
A Dutch national was injured during a shooting in the Mexican city of Teotihuacán on Monday. Local authorities reported the incident, which occurred near the historic pyramids.
EU foreign ministers hope for fresh start after Orbán departure
EU foreign ministers, including Dutch minister Tom Berendsen, expressed optimism for improved European cooperation following the election defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Berendsen cr...
Rescue team for humpback whale Timmy suffering from fatigue
The rescue team working to save a stranded humpback whale named Timmy on the North German coast is reporting extreme fatigue after days of minimal sleep. Despite being exhausted and desperate, co-foun...
Kallas hopes for positive decision on EU loan to Ukraine on Wednesday
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas expects a positive decision this Wednesday regarding a 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine. Speaking in Luxembourg, Kallas emphasized that Ukraine urgently needs the f...
Security firm warns of crypto scams in Strait of Hormuz
A security company is warning shipping firms of potential cryptocurrency scams near the Strait of Hormuz. Fraudsters are reportedly promising safe passage through the region in exchange for bitcoin pa...
Berendsen: Pressure on Israel must be increased
Dutch Minister Tom Berendsen advocated for increased EU pressure on Israel during a foreign ministers' meeting in Luxembourg, aiming to influence the country's behavior. Following a request from the D...
Spanish minister: EU must take measures against Israel
Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares Bueno urged the European Union to take measures against Israel, including the suspension of their association agreement, to maintain EU credibility. He ma...
EU court: Hungary violates EU rules with law on LGBTQ+ content
The European Court of Justice has ruled that Hungary's law restricting access to LGBTQ+ content violates EU treaties by stigmatizing and marginalizing individuals. The ruling follows a legal challenge...
Senior official: PM's office pressured Mandelson vetting
Former top civil servant Olly Robbins told the British parliament that Prime Minister Keir Starmer's office pressured officials to expedite the screening process for Peter Mandelson. Robbins, who was ...
Video | Singer d4vd appears in court over death of girl in trunk
KLM cancels flights to Saudi Arabia for another month
KLM has extended the suspension of its flights to Riyadh and Dammam in Saudi Arabia until June 14. The airline had previously scheduled to resume operations on May 16, but has now pushed that date bac...
Video | King Charles reminisces about his 'darling mama'
Four cars burnt out on Cornelis Lelylaan
Four cars were destroyed by fire on Cornelis Lelylaan in Amsterdam's Osdorp district early Monday morning. Police are investigating the incident as a suspected case of arson and are calling for witnes...
Iran threatens direct response to new US hostilities
Iranian commander Ali Abdollahi has warned that the country's armed forces will respond immediately to any renewed hostilities from adversaries. The statement comes as a ceasefire agreement with the U...
UK relaxes solar panel and EV charger rules due to Iran war
The British government is introducing a plan to simplify the installation of solar panels and charging stations to stimulate renewable energy production. This initiative aims to reduce the country's d...
Trump: Iran truce to last until Wednesday evening
US President Donald Trump announced that the ceasefire with Iran is set to expire on Wednesday evening, which is later than previously expected. Trump also stated that it is unlikely the truce will be...
Singer d4vd maintains innocence in case of girl found dead in trunk
American singer d4vd has maintained his innocence following his arrest on Friday on suspicion of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas. The victim was found in a car trunk, and the case has drawn signif...
Driver killed in serious accident on A9 near Lijnden
A motorist died following a high-speed rear-end collision on the A9 motorway near Lijnden on Tuesday night. The accident occurred between Amstelveen and Haarlem near a roadworks site, where police are...
Fatality in serious collision on A9 near Lijnden
A fatal collision between two cars occurred on Monday evening on the A9 motorway at the Raasdorp junction near Lijnden. One driver was reported to be seriously injured in the accident.
Horror in Russia under the rule of 'tsar' Vladimir Putin
The article examines Vladimir Putin's rise from a KGB spy to a dictator and the subsequent regime of oppression in Russia. It highlights the transformation of the country under his rule, referencing l...
Five Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza
At least five Palestinians were killed following Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip on Monday, according to reports from Palestinian authorities. The strikes represent the latest fatalities in the o...
Japan lifts post-war restrictions on arms exports
Japan has announced the removal of decades-old restrictions on weapon exports, allowing for the sale of military equipment to friendly nations. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi introduced the policy chan...
Low bumblebee numbers recorded again in National Bee Count
The annual National Bee Count in the Netherlands reported a low number of bumblebees again this year. Over 2,200 participants recorded approximately 46,000 bees and other pollinators during the citize...