World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Belgian festival Tomorrowland banned from using fireworks due to drought
The organization of the Tomorrowland festival has been denied permission to use fireworks this weekend due to dry weather conditions. Local and provincial authorities have also prohibited other effect...
Spanish fans ecstatic after reaching World Cup final: "This is amazing"
Spain has qualified for the World Cup final after a 2-0 victory against France. Spanish fans gathered in Amsterdam to celebrate the win, as the team prepares to compete for the world title this Sunday...
From 110 to 250 heat deaths per year: climate change and aging population double heat-related mortality in Amsterdam
Multiple raids and arrests in the Red Light District during anti-trafficking operation
Schiphol customs makes hit: 50 kilos of cannabis found in boxing gloves and pads
Dutch customs officials at Schiphol Airport intercepted 50 kilograms of cannabis hidden inside boxing equipment shipped from Thailand. The illicit shipment, concealed within 50 separate packages of gl...
Amsterdam must pay shipping company damages for unlawful canal cruise policy
Fickle Trump drops threat of Strait of Hormuz levy after just one day
U.S. President Donald Trump has reversed his decision to impose tolls on shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz just one day after announcing the plan. Trump stated that the reversal follows th...
Huge stench drifts over IJburg and Southeast, fire department unaware
Residents in the IJburg and Zuidoost neighborhoods of Amsterdam are reporting a strong, unpleasant odor described as acidic or manure-like. Despite numerous complaints from citizens and individuals co...
Police suspect wrong address in violent incident on Bos en Lommerweg
Consumers continue to struggle with high prices for goods, services, and gasoline
Consumers in the Netherlands are expected to continue facing high prices for goods, services, and fuel due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. However, these negative impacts on households are...
Working conditions for lawyer Shukrula relaxed pending criminal case over leaking info for Taghi
Arson at Primo grillroom in Weesp, fifth violent incident in six months
Camera surveillance reinstated at Weesp restaurant after fire follows earlier explosion
Mayor Halsema of Amsterdam has reinstated camera surveillance at a restaurant in Weesp following a recent arson incident at the property. The site, which was previously targeted by an explosion in Jan...
Man arrested for arson of beach houses in Wijk aan Zee
Multiple dead and six missing after major fire in Brussels city center
The Amsterdam Citizen Monitor: crime, waste and housing market are the biggest concerns
The Amsterdam Citizen Monitor reveals that residents are most concerned about crime, waste management, and the housing market. This report provides insights into the current state of the city from the...
Court acquits driver in death of 14-year-old Tamar from Marken: 2.5 seconds of inattention is not ‘grossly negligent’
Three Amsterdam girls arrested in North Brabant after distraction theft: posed as police officers to steal jewelry
Fire at snack bar in Amsterdam-West
A large fire broke out at a snack bar on Jan Evertsenstraat in Amsterdam-West this afternoon. Firefighters are on the scene, and residents have been advised to keep windows and doors closed due to hea...
Russia places AkzoNobel's Russian subsidiaries under state control
Russian President Vladimir Putin has placed the Russian subsidiaries of the Dutch multinational AkzoNobel under temporary state control. AkzoNobel is currently evaluating the decision, noting that the...
Man assaulted at Sloterdijk station after refusing to give cigarette
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit leaves hospital after lung transplant
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been discharged from the hospital nearly a month after undergoing a lung transplant. She is now set to continue her recovery at home over the coming months.
Man injured in stabbing on Akerwateringstraat in Osdorp
US states take legal action against multibillion-dollar Warner-Paramount merger
A group of twelve U.S. states is seeking to block the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance. They argue that the merger would reduce market competition and lead to higher prices ...
Cameras on Gerard Callenburgstraat after two explosions in one week
Authorities in Amsterdam have installed urgent camera surveillance on the Gerard Callenburgstraat following two separate explosions at a residence within one week. No injuries were reported, though th...
Oil price at highest level since Iran and US signed declaration of intent
Oil prices have reached a four-week high following a significant increase on Monday and Tuesday. The rise is attributed to the United States' announcement of a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and Pre...
Think tank report: solar energy provides quarter of EU electricity for the first time
According to the energy think tank Ember, solar energy accounted for a quarter of the total electricity production in the European Union for the first time in June. This milestone marks a significant ...
Pride grows in Europe despite opposition: 'The more it is restricted, the more people show up'
OLVG starts trial for late-term abortions: procedure between 22nd and 24th week is permitted but remains sensitive
KLM seeks alternative routes after Houthi warning on Saudi airspace
KLM is investigating alternative flight paths for two flights traveling from India to Amsterdam due to safety warnings from Houthi rebels regarding Saudi Arabian airspace. The airline is adjusting its...