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Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Suspicious package at Public Prosecution Service building in Amsterdam, bomb squad on site
Authorities investigated a suspicious package at the Public Prosecution Service building in Amsterdam on Tuesday afternoon. The bomb squad determined that the object was not an explosive, and no arres...
Taiwan a step closer to restarting nuclear power plant
Taiwan is considering the potential restart of its Maanshan nuclear power plant by 2028 following legislative changes that allow for license extensions. The decision comes as the country faces increas...
Ethiopia, Djibouti and Nigerian billionaire to build new oil pipeline
Ethiopia, Djibouti, and a Nigerian investor are collaborating on a 120-kilometer oil pipeline project linking the port of Damerjog to a distribution center in Dewele. The project aims to significantly...
Court: text messages confirm Efe Y. admitted to shooting two Syrian teenagers
Text messages retrieved from Efe Y.'s phone confirm he admitted to a friend that he shot and killed two Syrian teenagers on New Year's Day. The fatal incident took place at the Piet Wiedijkpark in Ams...
Suspect in shooting of Syrian teenagers still remaining silent
The suspect accused of killing two Syrian teenagers in Amsterdam on New Year's Day continues to exercise his right to remain silent, complicating the ongoing investigation. The court has ordered the 2...
Signs of arson at Amsteldijk villa, property was nearing completion
Police are investigating potential arson after a major fire severely damaged a villa on the Amsteldijk Noord in Amstelveen. The property was scheduled for completion and handover to new owners in the ...
Will PRO choose influence or ideals in Brussels? Merger party must show its colors in Europe
The Dutch political party PRO is deciding whether to join the European Greens or the Party of European Socialists to meet new European regulations. Party leadership prefers the social democrats for th...
Susan Sarandon and Hannah Einbinder arrested at protest against Netanyahu
Actresses Susan Sarandon and Hannah Einbinder were arrested during a protest against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu near the United Nations headquarters in New York. The demonstration, orga...
Gas prices hit record high due to Middle East tensions
Gasoline and diesel prices have reached record highs due to supply chain disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States. The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and damage ...
Hackers shutting down our power? Not far-fetched at all, according to professor: It is relatively simple
Professor Anja Shortland warns that hackers, particularly those operating from countries like Russia, pose a significant threat to the national power grid. She cautions that it is relatively easy for ...
Shipping in Strait of Hormuz comes to a near standstill
The Strait of Hormuz has been blocked for months due to ongoing conflict, causing a massive disruption to global oil and gas supplies and pushing fuel prices to record highs. While Iran and the United...
Explainer | Extremely high gas prices? This is what European countries are doing about it
European countries are grappling with high fuel costs, with the Netherlands particularly impacted compared to its neighbors. Governments are now considering various intervention strategies to help cit...
Reader survey shows: strong support for farmers and home seekers, little for politics
A survey indicates that approximately two-thirds of the Dutch population lacks confidence in the government's handling of the nitrogen crisis. While politicians face widespread distrust, farmers and h...
Xavi begins as Netherlands manager with draw against Germany after late Cody Gakpo goal and brilliant Mexx Meerdink assist
Xavi Hernandez began his tenure as the Netherlands manager with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Germany in Amsterdam. After falling behind to a Felix Nmecha goal, the Dutch equalized in stoppage time t...
Remarkable: Marechaussee joins riot police around Netherlands-Germany match
Members of the Royal Marechaussee are supporting police forces around the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam during the match between the Netherlands and Germany. This deployment is primarily intended a...
Amsterdam man who abused his 13-year-old daughter sentenced to 3 years in prison, with 6 months suspended
An Amsterdam man has been sentenced to three years in prison, with six months suspended, for the sexual abuse of his 13-year-old daughter. In addition to the jail term, the court has ordered the man t...
Men thought they had a 'date' with a 15-year-old girl, but were forced to drive around for hours and withdraw money: Prosecution demands 4 years against brothers for extortion
Brothers Trevor and Anoear P. face four-year prison sentences for allegedly extorting men who were lured into meeting under the pretense of a date with a 15-year-old girl. The victims were held captiv...
LIVE Nations League | Xavi chooses Quinten Timber for midfield in debut as head coach, German debutant in Arena
Xavi Hernandez debuted as the head coach of the Netherlands with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Germany in Amsterdam. After falling behind to a Felix Nmecha goal, Cody Gakpo equalized in stoppage time...
8-year prison sentence demanded on appeal in major Amsterdam cocaine case Cherokee, linked to 'Bolle Jos'
Prosecutors are seeking prison sentences of up to eight years for seven suspects in the Cherokee cocaine trafficking and money laundering case. The legal proceedings are linked to the fugitive crimina...
Banned journalists allowed back into White House hours after being denied entry
The White House has allowed several journalists back onto the premises after initially denying them entry despite a federal court order. The access was restored following a legal dispute over the admi...
Macklemore announces Free Palestine tour following controversy over Ed Sheeran tour
Macklemore has announced a new concert series titled the Free Palestine tour after being removed from Ed Sheeran's tour due to his pro-Palestinian remarks. The rapper stated the tour serves as a respo...
Nearly 16-year prison sentence and psychiatric treatment demanded for Dennis van E. in appeal of Diemen abortion murder
Prosecutors are seeking a nearly 16-year prison term and mandatory psychiatric care for Dennis van E. following the 2019 death of his pregnant girlfriend in Diemen. Van E. is accused of coercing the w...
Gigantic bridge section hoisted from the water at the Schinkel
A 235-ton bridge section for the Schinkelbrug project was hoisted from the water near the Nieuwe Meersluis in Amsterdam today. The structure, which was built in Friesland and transported via canal, is...
Ah, not the attacks by teenagers and far-right mobs, but the iftars are the problem
Fewer vacation rental nights allowed in neighborhoods plagued by tourism nuisance
The Helmersbuurt has become the ninth district in Amsterdam to reduce the maximum annual nights allowed for vacation rentals from 30 to 15. This measure aims to curb nuisance caused by excessive touri...
Experts warn of sharp diesel price hike if Trump proceeds with export ban
The Trump administration is considering a diesel export ban to combat high domestic prices ahead of the U.S. midterm elections. Experts warn that this policy would intensify global fuel shortages, fur...
Bicycle handlebars get tangled in bag: cyclist seriously injured
A cyclist was seriously injured in Amsterdam-Oost after a collision between two bicycles caused by a handlebar becoming caught in a bag. The victim was transported to the hospital as police investigat...
Police draw guns during arrest in Oostenburg: "Get out with your hands up"
Police arrested a man in Oostenburg, Amsterdam, early this morning following a reported altercation that began elsewhere and involved a firearm. The suspect was apprehended at gunpoint during a high-r...
NVWA: squishy dumplings, which were pulled from shelves en masse, are not dangerous for children after all
The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) has determined that squishy dumpling toys are safe for children despite concerns over a strong chemical odor. Lab testing revealed that the ...
Diesel price in Europe rises to record 2.23 euros per liter
Diesel prices have hit record levels across Europe, with the Netherlands seeing costs rise to 2.82 euros per liter. This surge is driven by increased oil prices stemming from geopolitical conflicts in...