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Number of patients with fungal infections rising rapidly, doctors sound alarm

Fifty doctors globally are raising the alarm over a rapid rise in severe and potentially fatal fungal infections. These fungi are becoming increasingly dangerous as they develop resistance to existing...

Standing ovation for Gisèle Pelicot in Amsterdam: ‘I am here to give others strength’

Refugees must be self-reliant: shuttle service to asylum boat discontinued

The COA is discontinuing the shuttle bus service for 1,500 residents of an asylum ship in Amsterdam, citing a goal of increasing self-reliance among residents. The decision has drawn criticism from bo...

Ye postpones performance in France until further notice

American rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has postponed his upcoming concert in Marseille, France, until further order. The artist announced the decision on social media, stating it was made a...

WSJ: US intercepted 8 Iran-linked tankers since blockade

US naval units have intercepted eight oil tankers linked to Iran since the start of the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. According to The Wall Street Journal, these interceptions occurred as the vess...

Ten countries call for an end to hostilities in Lebanon

Ten countries, including Canada, Great Britain, and Japan, have issued a joint statement calling for an immediate end to hostilities in Lebanon. The nations expressed grave concern over the deteriorat...

Sanctioned tanker unable to pass US blockade in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S.-sanctioned tanker Rich Starry returned to the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday after failing to bypass a U.S. blockade. Shipping data shows the vessel was forced to turn back as part of enforcem...

US military kills four in attack on suspected drug boat

The U.S. military killed four men during an operation against a suspected drug smuggling vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean. According to U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), the fatalities occurred dur...

US visit of royal couple: new water cooperation program

During their visit to Miami in the United States, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima launched the Water as Leverage Academy, a new cooperation program. The initiative aims to foster international...

Right-wing Peruvian candidate López demands vote annulment

Right-wing Peruvian presidential candidate Rafael López Aliaga has called for the annulment of the first round of national elections. He alleged that fraud occurred during the process, though he prov...

Vance: Mistrust between US and Iran cannot be easily overcome

U.S. Vice President JD Vance stated that the deep-seated mistrust between Washington and Tehran cannot be resolved overnight. Speaking at a Turning Point USA event, Vance emphasized the complexity of ...

Eight-year-old boy killed in Russian drone attack in Ukraine

An eight-year-old boy was killed and 14 others were injured during a Russian drone attack on the central Ukrainian city of Cherkasy. Governor Ihor Taburets reported that the strike also caused signifi...

Multiple killed in Gaza in Israeli strikes

Israeli attacks across several parts of Gaza resulted in multiple deaths on Tuesday, according to reports from local authorities. A three-year-old child was reportedly among those killed in the strike...

Video | Royal couple pose for the press in Miami

Depleted Netherlands women surprise France in World Cup qualifying

The Dutch women's national football team secured a surprise 2-1 victory against France in a World Cup qualifying match held in Breda. Despite missing several experienced players, goals from debutant R...

Man stabbed to death in Amsterdam East

A man died following a stabbing incident on Tugelaweg in Amsterdam-East on Tuesday evening. No suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal attack as police continue their investigation.

Police suspect 'internal dispute' after man set on fire

Police suspect that a man set on fire in Utrecht on Tuesday was targeted due to a personal conflict rather than being a victim of a random attack. This information was confirmed by a police spokespers...

Berendsen discusses Strait of Hormuz mission with Rubio

Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss an international mission involving European and Asian nations to protect the Strait of Hormuz. Berendsen em...

Jetten reveals nothing yet on mitigating impact of Iran war

Prime Minister Rob Jetten has declined to provide details on potential government measures intended to mitigate the economic impact of the war in Iran on Dutch citizens. While a support package worth ...

Lebanese ambassador calls for ceasefire in talks with Israel

The Lebanese ambassador to the United States called for a ceasefire in Lebanon during a meeting with the Israeli ambassador in Washington. She emphasized that the ceasefire agreement reached earlier i...

Dijksma calls arson a horrific form of violence

Mayor Sharon Dijksma of Utrecht has condemned a horrific act of violence after a man in an electric wheelchair was set on fire on Tuesday afternoon. She noted the attack was particularly impactful bec...

Suspect arrested for setting man on fire in Utrecht

Police have arrested a suspect in connection with an incident where a man in an electric wheelchair was set on fire at a shopping center in Utrecht on Wednesday afternoon. The victim sustained serious...

Frenchman wins valuable Picasso painting with ticket costing less than 100 euros

A French man has won a Pablo Picasso painting valued at $1 million in a charity lottery benefiting Alzheimer's research. He acquired the artwork after purchasing a raffle ticket for just 99 euros.

How Derk Sauer continues to support a mission even after his death: 63,000 euros to The Moscow Times

Lawsuit by heirs of Suriname's December murder victims off to smooth start

Sixty heirs of the 1982 December murders victims have initiated a lawsuit against the state of Suriname in a Paramaribo court. While legal counsel noted a positive start with an immediate response fro...

UN experts: French anti-Semitism bill restricts freedom of expression

United Nations special rapporteurs have warned that a French legislative proposal intended to combat antisemitism could significantly undermine freedom of expression. The experts stated that the bill,...

Amsterdam installs extra cameras around Red Light District due to ongoing nuisance

Prosecutors demand life sentence for Taghi's childhood friend for past murders

The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a life sentence for 46-year-old Jaouad W. for his involvement in five murders committed between 2011 and 2014. Prosecutors argued that the crimes were...

Large group of youths brawling in Reinalda Park, Haarlem

A large group of youths engaged in a physical brawl at the Reinaldapark in Haarlem on Tuesday late afternoon. Police deployed multiple units to Leonard Springerlaan to restore order and end the distur...

UNHCR: Boat with 250 refugees from Bangladesh capsizes

A boat carrying approximately 250 refugees capsized during a journey from Bangladesh to Malaysia, according to the UNHCR. The passengers included Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi nationals, among who...