Public Prosecution Service demands prison sentence for father due to criminal exploitation of son who threatened school shooting in Zaandam

Natural disasters cause 87 billion euros in damage in the first half of 2026

Natural disasters, including earthquakes, floods, and wildfires, caused 87 billion euros in global damages during the first half of 2026. According to data from the reinsurer Swiss Re, these figures are lower than the previous year, although the hurricane season has yet to peak.

33-year-old man arrested in investigation into Osdorp car crash filled with explosives

A 33-year-old man from Amsterdam has been arrested at Schiphol Airport in connection with a car crash in Osdorp on July 28. The suspect is believed to be one of three individuals who fled a vehicle filled with explosives following a police chase that originated after a heist in Germany.

To Iceland to see the solar eclipse: "We don't have eclipse glasses yet"

Dutch travelers are heading to Iceland to witness a total solar eclipse, with some planning their entire trip around the event while others are visiting by coincidence. Many of these eclipse-chasers, departing from Schiphol, are struggling to secure the necessary safety glasses before their arrival.

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service investigates object in bushes near Floraweg in Amsterdam-Noord

Fire on balcony of Slotermeer home after loud bang, explosive likely thrown

A fire broke out on the balcony of an apartment in the Slotermeer neighborhood of Amsterdam late yesterday evening following a loud explosion. No injuries were reported, and the police have launched an investigation to identify those responsible for throwing the suspected explosive.