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UN investigation: Palestinian civilians caught between warring parties

A UN commission report states that violence by Jewish settlers against Palestinian civilians in the West Bank rose sharply last year. Additionally, Hamas-affiliated fighters in Gaza were responsible f...

Cocaine processing in EU takes place mainly in the Netherlands

The European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) reported in its 2024 annual report that cocaine processing within the EU is primarily centered in the Netherlands. According to the agency, 24 out of 42 dismantl...

Royal couple welcomes German President at Dam Square

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima officially welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at Dam Square in Amsterdam for a multi-day state visit. The itinerary includes a visit to the Natio...

Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk: 'Something very special could happen this World Cup'

Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk stated he is ready for his final World Cup appearance after recovering from a mentally challenging season at Liverpool. Following a short break with his family, the...

Main Marengo suspect Ridouan Taghi has new lawyers

Ridouan Taghi, the main suspect in the Marengo trial, has appointed Ronald van der Horst and Anique Slijters as his new defense lawyers. The Amsterdam Court of Appeal announced the appointment on Tues...

French singer Patrick Bruel's detention extended in sexual misconduct investigation

French singer Patrick Bruel's custody has been extended by 24 hours by the public prosecutor in Nanterre, near Paris. The 67-year-old is under investigation for sexual violence involving thirteen pote...

Code yellow from Tuesday afternoon due to thunderstorms and wind gusts

The KNMI has issued a code yellow warning for the entire Netherlands starting Tuesday afternoon due to approaching severe thunderstorms. The weather service warns that these storms may be accompanied ...

Dutch fans John and Erica travel across the US hoping to attend World Cup final: ‘Imagine if we’re in the stadium for sixty dollars’

John and Erica van den Berg from Abbenes have secured tickets for every potential match of the Dutch national team at the upcoming World Cup in the United States. The couple expresses strong optimism ...

Amsterdam and Japan have more in common than two Ajax players

Ahead of the World Cup match between the Netherlands and Japan on June 14, this article explores the historical relationship between Amsterdam and Japan. The piece highlights how the connection betwee...

Car ends up in ditch after collision with taxi in Badhoevedorp

A car ended up in a ditch on Tuesday morning following a collision with a taxi on the Zonnekruidweg in Badhoevedorp. No injuries were reported, though the occupants were shaken by the accident.

Demand for AI hardware keeps Chinese exports going strong

Chinese exports experienced a significant increase in May, driven primarily by strong global demand for AI hardware such as chips and data center equipment. This growth occurred despite the ongoing co...

Frenkie de Jong not worried about Netherlands, but: 'Important that we adjust a few things'

Frenkie de Jong expressed confidence in the Dutch national team despite a narrow 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan, which was secured by two Cody Gakpo penalties. Although the team struggled while playing w...

170 participants from 8 countries head to Haarlem for special Shaolin kung fu event

The Spaarnehal in Haarlem will host the Open Dutch Championship Shaolin Kung Fu on Saturday, June 13. Approximately 170 participants from eight countries will gather for the event, which features trad...

Memphis Depay and Netherlands reserves lose to second-string Uzbekistan

The Dutch national football team reserves, including Memphis Depay, lost 2-1 in a training match against Uzbekistan's second-choice team. The game was held at an empty Icahn Stadium in New York City.

Ecologists survey winged inhabitants of De Molenhoek in Uitgeest: ‘Careful planning prevents delay, so timing is very important’

Ecologist Melissa Keijsper is conducting research on bat populations at the former De Molenhoek school building in Uitgeest through September. Using thermal imaging cameras, the study aims to identify...

Evacuations in New Zealand capital due to high waves

Residents in coastal areas south of Wellington, New Zealand, were ordered to evacuate on Monday due to dangerous sea conditions. A local state of emergency has been declared as the region faces waves ...

Deaths in Russian attack on Kharkiv

Russian attacks in the Kharkiv region of northeastern Ukraine have killed four people and injured ten others. The fatalities occurred in the town of Chuhuiv, according to reports from Governor Oleh Sy...

Trump booed during national anthem ahead of NBA Finals

President Donald Trump was met with boos and whistles from the crowd at Madison Square Garden during the third game of the NBA finals. The reaction lasted for several seconds when Trump was shown on t...

North Korea and China vow to further strengthen ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un agreed on Monday to further strengthen bilateral ties and cooperation across various sectors. According to state news agency KCNA, the ...

How terrace mecca Paris added thousands more terraces in recent years: ‘It is a kind of microcosm of France’

ICC Chief Prosecutor suspended over alleged sexual misconduct

Karim Khan, the Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, has been officially suspended following allegations of sexual misconduct. The suspension was announced on Monday by an ICC oversig...

Nature organizations warn of decline in freshwater nature

Nature organizations WWF-NL, SoortenNL, and Sovon report that the recovery of freshwater nature in the Netherlands has stalled or reversed. According to the latest Living Planet Report, biodiversity i...

Possible arson at shelter for minor asylum seekers

A fire broke out at a shelter for minor asylum seekers in Cadier en Keer, Limburg, on Monday evening. Police are investigating the incident as a possible case of arson and have arrested one suspect.

UN report: Ocean health is in serious danger

The United Nations' World Ocean Assessment report warns that the health of the world's oceans is in serious danger. The study identifies climate change, pollution, overfishing, and biodiversity loss a...

Italy investigates Israeli minister over handling of flotilla

Italian authorities have launched an investigation into Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir regarding the treatment of activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla. The activists were inter...

Protests across France over Lyhanna's death

Protests have erupted across France following the murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna and subsequent revelations of failures within the judicial system. Demonstrators are expressing outrage that the suspect...

Pope speaks with abuse victims about preventing further suffering

Pope Leo met with victims of clergy abuse in Spain to discuss their proposals for preventing future incidents within the Catholic Church. The Vatican press agency reported that the Pope took their sug...

Cause of Zwaanshoek fire and explosions still unclear. 'Luckily, the parrots and rabbits are unharmed'

A fire followed by several explosions broke out in a warehouse in Zwaanshoek on Sunday afternoon, though animals on the property were reported unharmed. Authorities are currently investigating the cau...

UN rights chief Türk: US sanctions on Cuba endanger lives

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk has called on the United States to lift its sanctions against Cuba, stating that the measures endanger lives. Türk emphasized that these sanctions disproportionatel...

Peel your own fruit, no flip-flops in the jungle: how to prevent tropical infections

Internist-infectiologist Els van Nood provides essential advice for travelers visiting (sub)tropical destinations to avoid contracting diseases from bacteria and viruses. Her tips include basic safety...