World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Body found in water near Arnhem, concerns grow for missing singer Ben Saunders (43)
A body was recovered from the water in Arnhem following a police search for a missing man, with reports suggesting it may be 43-year-old singer Ben Saunders. While authorities have yet to provide offi...
Alcohol ban on Cornelis Troostplein extended until 2029 due to nuisance
The alcohol ban at Cornelis Troostplein in Amsterdam has been extended until March 2029 to address ongoing issues with public nuisance and disorder. Authorities hope the measure will improve the livin...
Prestigious European Super Cup to be held at Johan Cruijff Arena next season
The Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam will host the UEFA Super Cup on August 11 of next year, marking the first time the event is held in the Netherlands. The match will feature the winners of the Cham...
Explosion at convenience store on Tussen Meer in Amsterdam-Osdorp
An early morning explosion caused significant damage to a convenience store on Tussen Meer in Amsterdam-Osdorp. While no injuries were reported, police are currently investigating the incident and exa...
Buying a home is becoming increasingly difficult in Spain as well
Spain is facing an intensifying housing crisis as property prices continue to rise due to insufficient construction and growing population demand. The European Commission has proposed new legislation ...
Trump scraps CO2 limits for US power plants
The Trump administration has moved to repeal carbon dioxide emission limits for U.S. power plants, citing high costs and economic obstacles for the energy sector. Environmental groups strongly oppose ...
A special Prinsjesdag: 'The cabinet wants to prevent the king from being embarrassed'
This year's Prinsjesdag features a shift in the King's speech to focus on cabinet ambitions rather than fixed policy plans to avoid political embarrassment for the monarch. With a minority cabinet in ...
Convictions in murder of Dutch IKON journalists upheld
The convictions of three former high-ranking military officials for the 1982 murder of four Dutch journalists in El Salvador have been upheld following the rejection of their appeal. The journalists, ...
Two Amsterdammers killed in plane crash in Germany
Three Dutch citizens, including two residents of Amsterdam, have died following a Cessna 172 crash near the German border. The light aircraft had departed from Hilversum before losing altitude and cra...
Experienced free-agent midfielder Yves Bissouma heading to Ajax
Free-agent midfielder Yves Bissouma is joining Ajax to provide versatility and experience for manager Míchel Sánchez. The 30-year-old Malian international previously played in the Premier League for...
Macklemore removed from Ed Sheeran tour following controversy over Gaza comments
Macklemore has been dropped from Ed Sheeran’s tour following public outcry over the rapper's pro-Palestinian statements during a concert in New Jersey. Organizers stated that his presence threatened...
Slight improvement in Amsterdam water quality: "But we are not there yet"
Water quality in and around Amsterdam has shown a slight improvement according to the Amstel, Gooi and Vecht water board, though officials warn that standards are not yet fully met. Authorities are ca...
US consumer organization: Amsterdam Central is the third best train station in Europe
Amsterdam Centraal has climbed to third place on the European Railway Station Index, recognized as the best medium-sized station in Europe. The ranking by the Consumer Choice Center highlights the sta...
Water quality around Amsterdam will not meet European standards by 2027, water board allocates extra funds
The Amstel, Gooi and Vecht water board has confirmed it will miss the 2027 European water quality targets due to complex environmental pressures. In response, the board has raised its investment budge...
India can sell more steel to Europe, but CO2 tax remains
India has secured a trade deal allowing a fixed quota of its steel to enter the European Union under favorable terms. However, all steel exports, regardless of this quota, remain subject to EU carbon ...
What if the rainstorm of the century hits Haarlem? 'Nearly 4,900 homes in vulnerable areas'
Approximately 4,900 homes in Haarlem could face significant water accumulation if an extreme storm event, estimated to occur once every century, strikes the area. Research highlights that neighborhood...
More and more container ships are sailing through the Suez Canal again
Container shipping companies are shifting their routes back to the Suez Canal after having navigated around Africa to avoid Houthi rebel attacks in the Red Sea. This change allows for faster delivery ...
Environmental groups want the cabinet to scrap Schiphol plans despite positive advice
Environmental groups are urging the cabinet to abandon its current Schiphol airport noise reduction plans despite receiving a positive recommendation from the Council of State. Activists argue the gov...
Climate goals remain out of reach: 'Momentum lost in the transition to sustainable energy'
The Netherlands is currently off track to meet its 2030 climate goals, with the PBL projecting a significant shortfall in greenhouse gas reduction. Experts warn that without an aggressive new policy p...
PBL climate advisor: burning Malaysian rainforest unnecessary for climate goals
The Netherlands' climate agency, PBL, has stated that burning wood pellets from rainforests is unnecessary for reaching climate neutrality. Meanwhile, the country is struggling to meet its ambitious e...
Tupac's killer frequently causes trouble in prison
Duane Davis, the man convicted for his role in the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, has faced repeated disciplinary issues while awaiting sentencing in a Las Vegas detention center. Prison records documen...
Petrol in Germany is more expensive than ever
Fuel prices in Germany have hit record highs following a recent spike in crude oil costs caused by supply chain disruptions in Saudi Arabia. Despite these increases, fuel remains significantly more ex...
Key associate of ‘Bolle Jos’ arrested in Ghana following series of cocaine seizures
Three individuals, including Amsterdam native Desmond C., were arrested in Ghana for facilitating the criminal network of drug trafficker Jos Leijdekkers. The arrests come after French authorities int...
Schiphol shrinkage a step closer, but protection for local residents needs to be clearer
The Dutch government has proposed capping annual flight movements at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol at 478,000 to reduce noise pollution for local residents by 2029. While the Council of State supports th...
Online bank Revolut misled by cybercriminals posing as government officials
Online bank Revolut has admitted to mistakenly providing sensitive customer data to cybercriminals who posed as government officials. The breach, which affected customers in various countries includin...
The die is cast: Schiphol will definitively shrink and noise limits will finally be enforced
The Council of State has approved government plans to implement stricter noise regulations and flight caps at Schiphol Airport starting November 1. These measures aim to significantly reduce noise pol...
Israeli minister seeks to revoke citizenship of Gaza documentary filmmakers
Israeli minister Miki Zohar is seeking to revoke the citizenship of filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor after their documentary exposed military practices in Gaza, including the use of AI for tar...
New climate lawsuit against the State: Malaysian rainforest disappears into Dutch power plants
Comité Schone Lucht has launched a lawsuit against the Dutch government, claiming that wood from Malaysian rainforests is being incorrectly certified as sustainable biomass for energy plants. Despite...
Confused man pulled from Sloterplas by fire department for second day in a row
Emergency services in Amsterdam rescued a man from the Sloterplas lake for the second day in a row on Sunday. Police are now coordinating with a mental health crisis team to provide the individual wit...
Forecast: Left-wing opposition bloc wins Swedish election
The left-wing opposition bloc holds a narrow projected majority in the Swedish general election with 176 seats against the right-wing's 173. Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson has signaled h...