World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Suspected explosive found near scooter in Amsterdam-West, residents temporarily evacuated
Lindt sued in US over alleged child labor in African cocoa supply chain
Swiss chocolate manufacturer Lindt & Sprüngli is facing a lawsuit in the United States over allegations that it misled consumers regarding its efforts to combat child labor in the cocoa supply chain ...
South Korean tycoon to pay 555 million to ex-wife in divorce of the century
A South Korean court has ordered SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won to pay 555 million euros to his ex-wife, Roh Soh-yeong, following a nine-year legal battle. This settlement marks the conclusion of what...
Fewer drowning deaths in 2025, Amsterdam still has the most victims
Romanian pimp gang arrested: how Robert V. (45) and George B. (44) led jet-set lives on the fortune they stole from ‘their’ women in the Red Light District
US announces new import tariffs of 10 and 12.5 percent
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced new import tariffs ranging from 10 to 12.5 percent on 60 trading partners, including the European Union, China, and the United Kingdom. The measures were conf...
US Justice Department drops subpoenas for New York Times journalists
The United States Department of Justice has dropped its subpoena against journalists from The New York Times. The legal action originated from the journalists' reporting on security concerns regarding...
Ajax wins convincingly against Vojvodina in Serbia
Ajax defeated the Serbian club Vojvodina 1-4 in the second qualifying round of the Conference League in Novi Sad. Davy Klaassen, Steven Berghuis, Oscar Gloukh, and Mohamed Abdalla scored for the Dutch...
22 hours cramped on a plane is the future, but is it healthy?
Qantas is preparing to launch Project Sunrise, a non-stop 22-hour flight between London and the east coast of Australia. While a technological milestone, health experts warn that such long-duration fl...
Persistent fugitive (24) walks ‘very calmly’ after wild chase: fit officers catch him anyway
A 24-year-old man from Amsterdam was arrested in Haarlem on Wednesday evening following a high-speed police chase that involved a helicopter and a damaged utility pole. After abandoning his vehicle, t...
Suspect in disruption of pro-Israel demonstration acquitted, public prosecution to appeal
Ajax kicks off the new season in Serbia
Ajax officially begins its 2026-2027 season today with a UEFA Conference League second qualifying round match against FK Vojvodina in Serbia. This match marks the debut of new head coach Míchel Sánc...
AEX closes significantly lower, oil prices surge due to war with Iran
The AEX index closed significantly lower on Thursday amid a broader negative sentiment across European stock markets. Investors reacted to rising oil prices driven by the ongoing conflict in the Middl...
Inner dikes near Durgerdam full of cracks: water board on patrol
Due to a persistent precipitation deficit, the Hoogheemraadschap Hollands Noorderkwartier is conducting extra inspections of peat dikes near Durgerdam to monitor drought-related cracks. While the curr...
Oleksii (31) fights on the front lines in Ukraine and visits Amsterdam with his wife Antonia (30) during leave: It is nice to relax, but it is also bittersweet
ECB leaves key interest rates unchanged amid Iran war jitters
The European Central Bank has decided to keep its key interest rate at 2.25 percent following a previous increase in June. This decision allows policymakers additional time to evaluate how rising ener...
Mattress catches fire in elevator: apartment building in Haarlem evacuated
An apartment building on Clothildestraat in Haarlem was evacuated this afternoon after a mattress caught fire in an elevator on the sixth floor. No injuries were reported, and firefighters are current...
Police intercept 800 kilos of cocaine in van at Amsterdam port, five suspects arrested
British Prime Minister cuts taxes for pubs, clubs and music venues
The new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a 20 percent tax reduction for pubs, clubs, and music venues across England. This measure is expected to benefit 32,000 businesses, providing ...
Belgian anti-discrimination agency investigates Sophie Straat's onstage comments
The Belgian anti-discrimination agency, Unia, is investigating a performance by Dutch singer Sophie Straat in Ghent. During her show on Monday night, she requested that white men step to the back to m...
Gasoline prices creep toward new record amid Middle East war following fresh attacks by US, Iran and Houthis
Escalating conflict in the Middle East has caused fuel prices in the Netherlands to rise, with the recommended price for Euro95 reaching 2.624 euros per liter. This figure is nearing the historical re...
Belgian Princess Eléonore to study at Utrecht University after the summer
Belgian Princess Eléonore will begin studying Liberal Arts and Sciences at Utrecht University this September. The youngest daughter of King Filip and Queen Mathilde will pursue her bachelor's degree ...
Defense honors soldier killed in Noord/Zuidlijn collision
Robert Verveer, a 34-year-old soldier with the Airmobile Brigade, died last Sunday in a fatal accident involving a metro in Amsterdam. The Ministry of Defence will pay tribute to Verveer during his fu...
Data centers and air conditioners drive global power demand despite Iran war
Global electricity demand is rising due to the growth of industries, electric vehicles, air conditioning usage, and data centers. This increased consumption coincides with higher energy prices driven ...
Much is already at stake for Ajax in Serbia: ‘The problem is you have to peak very early in the season’
Ajax will face FK Vojvodina in Serbia tonight for the second qualifying round of the Conference League. Coach Míchel's team is looking to recover early in the season, noting the challenge of having t...
Explosion at home in Cruquius, major search for suspect underway
An explosion occurred at a residence in Cruquius during the night, resulting in damage to the property and a garden fire. Police launched a significant search operation for a suspect, though the activ...
Readers on Amsterdam’s begging ban: It’s not the beggars who annoy me, but their exploiters
Another journalist killed in Mexico, fourth murder since June
Mexican journalist Francisco Leyva was found dead in the state of Oaxaca on Wednesday, marking the fourth murder of a journalist in the country since June. Mexico remains one of the most dangerous cou...
Home in Amsterdam Southeast closed following shooting, police have received nuisance reports for two years
Police chief welcomes drag queens: "We are a city of tolerance, but it takes hard work"
Police chief Peter Holla welcomed drag performers at the H'ART Museum in Amsterdam to open the Shakespeare Club during WorldPride. The event aims to demonstrate police support for the LGBTQ+ community...