World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Home at Leksmondhof in Southeast uninhabitable after severe fire
El Niño has begun, major impacts expected, according to Japanese agency
The Japanese meteorological service has announced the official start of El Niño, with significant global climate consequences expected. The phenomenon involves the warming of Pacific Ocean waters alo...
People and companies prosecuted for Hong Kong residential complex fire
Authorities in Hong Kong are prosecuting seven individuals and two companies following a fatal fire at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex last year. The charges, linked to renovation work at the s...
At least twelve dead after shooting near Johannesburg
At least twelve people were killed and nine others injured during a mass shooting near Johannesburg, South Africa, on Tuesday evening. Local police are currently searching for more than ten suspects l...
It proved child’s play to make a Russian oligarch pay a billion euros too much for his paintings
Late bloomer Niels Reemeijer (23) aims to push limits after Tour of Albania victory: 'I love very tough races'
23-year-old cyclist Niels Reemeijer from Spaarndam has achieved a career highlight by winning the Tour of Albania. Having started his journey in Haarlem's Muggenronde, the self-described late bloomer ...
Michael Bublé and Alanis Morissette to perform at first World Cup match in Canada
Michael Bublé and Alanis Morissette are set to perform at the first FIFA World Cup match hosted in Canada. The two musicians are part of a larger group of Canadian artists scheduled to give performan...
Greenhouse gas emissions down in first quarter of 2026
Greenhouse gas emissions in the Netherlands decreased by more than 5 percent in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. These preliminary figures were reported by the Centraal B...
US expects to complete wall along Mexican border by end of 2027
The United States expects to complete the wall along its southern border with Mexico by late 2027, according to Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney Scott. This project marks the fulfillm...
Iran claims drone attack on US base in Bahrain
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard claimed to have launched a drone attack on a U.S. military base in Bahrain as retaliation for recent American strikes near the Strait of Hormuz. This incident follows r...
Republican second candidate for California governor in November
Republican commentator Steve Hilton has advanced to the California gubernatorial general election on November 3. He will face Democratic candidate Xavier Becerra, the former U.S. Secretary of Health a...
Croatia once again has Europe's most expensive campsites: families pay an average of 78 euros per night
European camping prices have increased by nearly 25% over the last six years, with Croatia remaining the most expensive destination at an average of 78 euros per night for a family. While Slovakia exp...
Belgian wins record 175 million euros in EuroMillions
A Belgian player won a record jackpot of nearly 175 million euros in Tuesday's EuroMillions lottery draw. This prize represents the highest amount ever won in Belgium via the game, according to the Be...
Iran says situation is calm, threatens retaliation
Iranian state broadcaster IRIB reports that the situation along Iran's southern coast has stabilized after US attacks near the Strait of Hormuz ceased. While the immediate conflict has reportedly paus...
US House also votes for ICE funding
The US House of Representatives has narrowly approved a $70 billion funding bill for President Donald Trump's immigration policies, including ICE and the Border Patrol. The vote comes despite signific...
US military carries out retaliatory strike on Iran for downing Apache
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has launched retaliatory strikes against targets in Iran following the downing of a U.S. Apache helicopter. These operations are described as self-defense m...
Netherlands women to play World Cup qualifying play-offs despite 3-1 win over Poland
The Dutch women's national football team secured a 3-1 home victory against Poland in their World Cup qualifying match. Despite the win, the team failed to qualify directly and must now compete in the...
Widespread protests in Mexico City ahead of World Cup opening
Protests by a teachers' union have blocked several roads leading to the Mexico City Stadium just two days before the World Cup opening match between Mexico and South Africa. Despite the demonstrations...
Timber 'heartbroken' after missing World Cup due to groin injury
Former Ajax defender Jurriën Timber expressed his deep sadness on Instagram after being forced to withdraw from the World Cup due to a groin injury. The Arsenal player and Dutch international was rul...
American billionaire's $70 million superyacht anchored in the IJ
American billionaire Robert Sands has docked his 70-meter superyacht, valued at 70 million dollars, at the Bimhuis quay in Amsterdam. The luxury vessel, which features a gym and beauty salon, has draw...
NASA announces astronauts for third moon mission
NASA has announced the four astronauts participating in the third mission of the Artemis program. This upcoming mission will involve orbiting Earth, making it less complex than the previous flight tha...
Large search for missing person in water at Molenplas Haarlem
Emergency services launched a large-scale search operation at the Molenplas in Haarlem on Tuesday late afternoon following reports of a missing person. The fire department escalated the incident to a ...
Rob Reiner's murder suspect son seeks $1.5 million from trust fund
Nick Reiner, the son of director Rob Reiner, is seeking $1.5 million from his parents' trust fund to pay for his legal defense. Reiner is currently a suspect in the murder of his parents, according to...
Turkey launches plan to boost global energy from electricity
Turkey has launched a global plan at its climate summit to transition from fossil fuels to electricity. The summit's chairman aims to encourage more nations to commit to generating 35 percent of their...
From Benghazi to Amsterdam: Gaddafi’s stolen euros surface at Dutch Central Bank
Millions of euros stolen from the Libyan Central Bank during the era of dictator Muammar Gaddafi have appeared at De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) in Amsterdam. These funds entered the European black marke...
Remote work and school closures in Mexico City for World Cup opening
President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered all civil servants in Mexico City to work from home and schools to close on the opening day of the World Cup this Thursday. The decision aims to prevent potenti...
Latvia and Ukraine agree on drone deal at Tallinn summit
Ukraine and Latvia signed a drone deal during a summit held in Tallinn. President Volodymyr Zelensky shared footage of the signing ceremony, which highlights the ongoing military cooperation between t...
Fernando S. (64) suspected of sexual abuse of friend's two daughters in Amsterdam: 'You took away my future'
Til not suspended for first World Cup match after red card
Dutch midfielder Guus Til will be available for the Netherlands' first World Cup group match against Japan this Sunday. Despite receiving a red card during a friendly match against Uzbekistan, the KNV...
