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Did Mouad el K. shoot a man and lash out wildly, or is he a victim in a charade?

ProRail: suction effect of train was not the cause of fatal accident at Bijlmer station

Canada imposes tariffs on billions of euros in US goods

Canada has announced import tariffs on American goods valued at approximately 17 billion euros in retaliation for duties imposed by the Trump administration on Canadian products. The measures target a...

Venetian island with Napoleonic fort put up for sale

An island off the coast of Venice featuring lush gardens and a fort commissioned by Napoleon Bonaparte has been listed for sale. The property offers a unique historical site with significant architect...

Explosive at Zaandam home safely detonated

Police are investigating the discovery of an explosive device found in front of a home on Zuiddijk in Zaandam on Tuesday morning. The device was safely detonated by authorities after being discovered ...

Parents sentenced to prison for exploiting son who scammed people of crypto and threatened school

Solano Z. (24) shot man dead in Audi on A1 near Muiden, claims self-defense: 'They threatened to cut off my fingers and genitals'

Strait of Hormuz increasingly empty: only two ships passed through on Monday

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped to its lowest level since May, with only two vessels passing through on Monday. This decline occurs amid threats from Iran to take measures ag...

Police: cause of Vondelkerk fire remains unclear after investigation

Karol G donates 1.2 million dollars to Colombia earthquake victims

Colombian singer Karol G has donated 1.2 million dollars to victims of the recent earthquake in Colombia through her foundation, the Con Cora Foundation.

Ye concerts in Russia uncertain due to lack of rental agreement

The two concerts scheduled for Ye in Russia this autumn are uncertain after the venue in Saint Petersburg denied having a signed rental agreement with the artist and his organizers.

North Holland politicians positive about tunnel near Broek in Waterland

Coming in 2028: direct trains from Amsterdam to Copenhagen and Malmö

No high fences, but a neighborhood WhatsApp group: why the asylum center in Oss works well

'By continuing to smooth out the city, we keep making it slippier': what Amsterdam can learn from 'messy' Toronto

US takes far-reaching economic measures against Iran

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the United States is launching an economic offensive against Iran. The measures also extend to any nations that assist Iran with money laundering a...

Amsterdamse Bos ready for World Cup hockey and possible royal visit

The Amsterdamse Bos currently hosts the Hockey World Cup, featuring top-tier men's and women's teams at the Wagener Stadium. In addition to the hockey tournament, the latest broadcast of NH Sport high...

Possible explosive found during arrest at home in the West

Rowing World Championships kick off at the Bosbaan: 'We are really going for gold'

The World Rowing Championships are taking place at the Bosbaan in Amsterdam from August 24 to 30, with approximately 40,000 visitors expected to attend. Dutch rowers are aiming for gold on home soil w...

Schiphol security staff to hold first work stoppages on Tuesday and Wednesday

Van Houweningenstraat in West cordoned off due to suspicious package, EOD deployed

Police in Amsterdam cordoned off a portion of the Van Houweningenstraat on Wednesday afternoon after discovering a suspicious package during an arrest. The Explosives Ordnance Disposal unit (EOD) was ...

Italy to fine pedestrians for crossing while using mobile phones

The Italian Ministry of Transport plans to introduce fines for pedestrians who use their mobile phones while crossing the street. This measure is intended to improve road safety by reducing dangerous ...

Eleven arrests during race weekend in Zandvoort

Police arrested eleven individuals during the Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend in Zandvoort for various offenses including public intoxication, assault, and trespassing. Local authorities described the nu...

Police raid illegal poker tournament in Hoofddorp

Dutch police raided an illegal poker tournament in Hoofddorp on Sunday afternoon. Officers seized an undisclosed amount of cash from the participants, though no arrests were made as the investigation ...

Art is being stolen from museums with increasing violence

Europol has reported an increase in violent methods being used to steal art from museums across Europe. Thieves are increasingly employing tools such as axes, crowbars, and explosives to facilitate th...

Singapore wants more babies and allocates nearly 50,000 euros per child

To combat a declining birth rate, the Singaporean government is introducing a financial incentive of nearly 50,000 euros for every newborn child. This funding will be distributed incrementally rather ...

AVROTROS will not participate in Eurovision 2027 due to Israel's involvement

The Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS has announced that it will not participate in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest due to the inclusion of Israel. The responsibility for potential future Dutch participatio...

Police release footage of suspect in Osdorp home explosion and shooting from earlier this year

Millions of Tesla vehicles recalled in China over door handle issue

Chinese authorities have ordered the recall of nearly 3 million Tesla vehicles and 1 million other electric cars due to safety concerns regarding flush door handles. The design is deemed problematic f...

Kaag says US wanted her as UN Secretary-General: 'But the Netherlands let it slide'

Sigrid Kaag revealed that the United States approached the Netherlands ten years ago to propose her candidacy for Secretary-General of the United Nations. Kaag stated that the opportunity was missed b...