World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
American civil rights activist Jesse Jackson dies at 84
American civil rights activist and minister Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84, according to his family. He was widely recognized for his lifelong commitment to fighting for equal rights f...
Sharper thinking, better blood values: how fasting can be healthy according to a doctor
As the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan begins tonight, medical experts are highlighting the potential health benefits of abstaining from food and drink between sunrise and sunset, such as improved blo...
This macabre Haarlem masterpiece hung in Jeffrey Epstein's home: "He didn't understand the message"
Recently released documents reveal that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein commissioned a large-scale replica of Cornelis van Haarlem’s 1591 masterpiece, "Massacre of the Innocents," to hang abo...
‘Hi!’ At the Munich Security Conference, NATO chief Rutte is now an absolute heavyweight on his birthday
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has established himself as a political heavyweight at the Munich Security Conference, where he maintains his characteristic friendly and calm demeanor despite high ge...
Three skiers killed in avalanche at French resort Val-d’Isère
Three skiers were killed on Friday following an avalanche in the French resort of Val-d’Isère. Local rescue services have issued warnings of high avalanche risks as the spring holiday season begins...
Dog rescued, but privacy at stake? Controversy over Ring cameras in US: ‘Dystopian’
Amazon is facing criticism in the United States over a Ring doorbell feature that allows users to locate lost pets using their neighbors' camera footage. While the tool is intended to help animal owne...
Dream trip to Cape Verde turns into medical hell: ‘I was in a ward where everyone was vomiting’
Henk de Regt’s ten-day all-inclusive vacation on the Cape Verdean island of Boa Vista turned into a medical ordeal when he fell severely ill. He described a traumatic experience on a hospital ward f...
No more raspberries and blueberries at Albert Heijn: ‘Extreme weather will hit all of Europe’
Dutch supermarket chain Albert Heijn is experiencing a shortage of fresh raspberries and blueberries due to extreme weather conditions in Spain and Morocco. The retailer has placed signs in stores inf...
Heineken in a bind: beer prices rise but consumers refuse to pay more
Heineken is facing a crisis as rising beer prices meet strong resistance from both supermarkets and consumers, particularly in the European market. The brewer is struggling with declining performance ...
Friends from Nieuw-Vennep embark on notorious Scandinavian road trip: "It will be -30 degrees"
Four friends from Nieuw-Vennep are participating in the Carbage Run, a five-day winter road trip through Scandinavia in a 2002 Volkswagen Passat. The team is traveling from Sweden to Finland in extrem...
Ukrainian supermarket workers surprised by photo in Haarlem picture book
A supermarket owner in Haarlem-Noord honored his Ukrainian employees by featuring their group photo on the back cover of a new historical picture book about the city. The staff, who arrived as refugee...
Memarian family makes royal carpets: formerly in Iran, now in the Netherlands
Sadegh Memarian, who fled Iran in 1995 to escape political repression, has established a renowned carpet restoration studio in Cruquius, Netherlands. Continuing a multi-generational family craft that ...
Mourning the loss of Hans van Manen: "His world was a safe haven for me"
World-renowned Dutch choreographer Hans van Manen has passed away at the age of 93 in his Amsterdam home. A self-taught master of contemporary ballet associated with the Dutch National Ballet, Van Man...
Suriname 50 years independent: As long as you can dance a polonaise
To mark the 50th anniversary of Surinamese independence, this report examines how Surinamese music has shaped the Dutch cultural scene through the work of pioneers like Edgar Burgos and modern produce...
Visiting the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, or Yellowstone? It will cost you an extra $100
Starting next year, foreign tourists visiting the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, or Yosemite National Parks in the United States will be required to pay a $100 surcharge. This significant price increase w...
Claudia didn't know she applied for British travel document ETA on the wrong site: ‘I thought: wow, that’s a lot of money’
Dutch travelers are being misled by commercial websites charging up to 200 euros for a British Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), which officially costs less than 19 euros. These third-party platf...
How to prevent your luggage from getting lost on a flight: ‘A strap around your suitcase increases the risk’
Travel experts offer advice on how to prevent luggage from being lost or accidentally taken by other passengers at the airport. They warn that while colorful identifiers are common, adding an external...
Hidden for centuries, secret imperial tunnel under the Colosseum opens to the public
A secret imperial tunnel under Rome's Colosseum, known as the "Passage of Commodus," will open to the public for the first time later this month. Historically used by emperors to enter and exit the am...
South Tyrol hotel owners fear empty rooms due to unusual tax
Starting in 2026, the Italian region of South Tyrol plans to introduce a tourist tax for dogs brought along by vacationers. Local hotel owners are expressing concern that the new fee will lead to vaca...
Gijs experiences unprecedented ice adventures during arduous sailing trip impossible for years: ‘It was magical’
Skipper Gijs Sluik and his crew completed a 52-day sailing expedition through icy waters, encountering polar bears and severe storms along the way. The journey, which was historically impossible but i...
Stitches needed for bites to legs: emergency center reports rise in aggressive sea bass attacks
The VHD Emergency Center in Deventer reports that dozens of tourists required medical attention this summer due to bites from aggressive sea bass and other fish in the Mediterranean Sea. Some victims ...
By bike on the tracks: pedaling along Europe’s most beautiful old railway lines
Numerous former European railway lines have been converted into scenic bicycle paths that traverse historic bridges, tunnels, and old train stations. This article highlights eleven of the most beautif...
These are the cheapest destinations for a last-minute holiday
Booking a last-minute holiday can be significantly cheaper than a pre-planned trip as the peak summer season concludes. However, the potential for savings depends heavily on a traveler's flexibility a...
How the Dutch can better understand the French: ‘Don’t move chairs around on the terrace’
Francophile Dewi van Deurzen investigates the complex love-hate relationship between Dutch tourists and French locals for the weekend magazine Mezza. The article explores why millions of Dutch visitor...
From refugees to flirting Dutch: Lesbos back in the spotlight
The Greek island of Lesbos is experiencing a shift in public perception, moving away from its long-standing association with the refugee crisis toward becoming a popular destination for Dutch tourists...
It is nearly 39 degrees in Spain's 'coolest' region: how is the country coping?
Spain has been experiencing a heatwave for ten days, with temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius across the country, including typically cooler regions. The extreme weather is expected to pers...
Uninsured for medical costs in the US: Barry’s Segway ride was an expensive lesson
Barry Mulder, a 43-year-old traveler, was forced to pay 1,200 euros out of pocket following a Segway accident in Philadelphia. The high cost resulted from a lack of medical insurance coverage for his ...
Staying with B&B Vol Liefde’s Petra costs 400 euros, Dick doesn't mind an extra bed in his jungle lodges
The Dutch television show *B&B vol liefde* features a range of international accommodations, from Petra’s luxury villas in Greece to Dick’s jungle lodges in Suriname. This overview details the var...
We all know the Eiffel Tower and Big Ben, but do you recognize these European landmarks?
This interactive quiz invites readers to test their knowledge of European tourist attractions. While famous sites like the Eiffel Tower and Big Ben are well-known, the challenge focuses on identifying...
Free Wi-Fi is handy when traveling, but what are the risks? Strangers can see which sites you visit
Cybersecurity expert Mariano Di Martino warns that using free public Wi-Fi at airports and hotels during summer travel carries security risks, such as allowing strangers to monitor browsing activity. ...