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Faster green transition makes the Netherlands more resilient to war

A group of 23 experts in energy and security argues that the Netherlands must accelerate its transition to sustainable energy to enhance national security and independence. They warn that in a world o...

Chef of world-famous restaurant Noma leaves after allegations of violence

René Redzepi, the co-founder and head chef of the world-renowned Michelin-star restaurant Noma, has announced his resignation via Instagram. The departure follows allegations of assault involving the...

Fuel tax cut would solve nothing structurally: ‘Inefficient blunt instrument’

In response to rising fuel prices caused by the conflict in Iran, Dutch politicians are increasingly calling for a reduction in gasoline excise duties. However, TNO researcher Peter Mulder warns that ...

Trump says he will release oil from US strategic reserve

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to release oil from the United States' strategic reserve. He expects that this action will help lower fuel prices for consumers.

Trump: we have already won, but don't want to leave too quickly

President Donald Trump stated during a speech in Kentucky that the United States has already won the war in Iran but will continue military operations to ensure a definitive defeat. He emphasized that...

UN Security Council demands Iran stop attacks on Gulf states

The United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution demanding that Iran cease its attacks on Gulf States. The resolution states that these actions violate international law and pose a signifi...

NY Times: Iranian school likely hit by US error

An airstrike on a girls' school in Iran was likely caused by a mistake made by the United States military, according to a report by The New York Times. The incident reportedly resulted in the deaths o...

Volkswagen misses out on billions, and that is good news for car buyers: Prices are going down

Volkswagen Group reported a 44 percent drop in profits to 6.9 billion euros, marking its worst performance since the emissions scandal. Despite the financial decline, the company remains stable, and c...

Kesbeke supports pregnant women in conflict zones with pickles for Doctors Without Borders

More than 630 dead in Lebanon from Israeli attacks

Lebanon has reported more than 630 deaths, including 91 children, following recent Israeli airstrikes. The conflict has displaced approximately 860,000 people, with recent strikes targeting a resident...

Marilyn Manson opens French fashion show on Women's Day, fashion press reacts with fury

Three brothers arrested over bomb at US embassy in Oslo

Norwegian police have arrested three brothers in connection with an explosion at the United States embassy in Oslo. The suspects are being investigated for allegedly carrying out a terrorist bomb atta...

Radical-right politician inaugurated as president of Chile

Radical-right politician José Antonio Kast has been inaugurated as the President of Chile after winning 58 percent of the vote in the December runoff election. Kast defeated a communist candidate and...

Iran threatens attacks on all ports in the region

Iran's military has threatened to attack all regional ports if its own civilian ports are targeted. The warning identifies these ports as legitimate targets for retaliation amid escalating regional te...

From Tel Aviv to Ajax: Jordi Cruyff likes working with his own people

Jordi Cruijff has brought a team of trusted Spanish colleagues to assist him in his role at Ajax in Amsterdam. These associates, who previously worked with him in Israel, China, and Ecuador, help form...

Broad majority of Parliament supports deployment of naval ship Evertsen

A large majority of the Dutch House of Representatives supports the cabinet's decision to deploy the navy ship Zr. Ms. Evertsen to the eastern Mediterranean. The vessel will be sent on a defensive mis...

Drents Museum postpones exhibition due to 'geopolitical tensions'

The Drents Museum has postponed an upcoming exhibition featuring art from New Delhi after the Indian Ministry of Culture blocked the transport of the artworks. The ministry cited current geopolitical ...

Beverwijk family back from Dubai after tense and hectic stay: 'It could have ended very differently'

A family from Beverwijk has returned home following a stressful holiday in Dubai that was disrupted by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. What was intended as a short, relaxing break turned into...

Trump: War over soon because there is nothing left to attack

President Donald Trump stated in an interview with Axios that a war against Iran would end quickly because there are almost no targets left to attack. He made these remarks on Wednesday, emphasizing t...

UK government releases some documents on Mandelson appointment

The British government has released the first set of documents regarding the appointment of Peter Mandelson, the former UK ambassador to the United States. Mandelson was previously removed from his po...

The Netherlands to release part of its emergency fuel and oil reserves

The Netherlands is set to release a portion of its strategic oil and fuel reserves in response to rising prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East. This action is part of a coordinated effort b...

Netherlands releases part of oil reserves to dampen prices: 5.4 million barrels

The Netherlands and more than thirty other countries decided on Wednesday to release part of their strategic oil reserves to help lower global oil prices. As part of this International Energy Agency i...

Attacks on Iran will continue as long as necessary, says Israeli minister

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that military operations against Iran by Israel and the United States will continue until all strategic objectives are achieved. Katz claimed that recent...

Polish prosecutors open investigation into Epstein human trafficking links

The Polish Public Prosecution Service has launched an investigation into potential links between an international criminal network and the late American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The network is su...

Barbra Streisand to receive honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes for contribution to cinema

Barbra Streisand will be honored with a lifetime achievement Palme d'Or at this year's Cannes Film Festival. The award recognizes her extensive career and significant contributions to the film industr...

Barbra Streisand to receive honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes Festival

Barbra Streisand will receive an honorary Palme d'Or for her lifetime achievement at this year's Cannes Film Festival. The 83-year-old artist will be presented with the award on May 23 during the fest...

Prime Minister Jetten meets concerned members of Iranian community

Prime Minister Jetten met with members of the Iranian community on Wednesday to discuss the ongoing conflict in Iran and its personal impact on them. The meeting follows recent military actions agains...

Meloni: Iran must not possess nuclear weapons

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated to the Italian Senate that Iran must not be allowed to possess nuclear weapons, citing grave consequences for international security. She warned that Iran'...

ANVR: around fifty Dutch people still stranded in Middle East

The ANVR reports that the majority of Dutch travelers stranded in the Middle East have returned home via repatriation or charter flights. Approximately fifty people remain stuck in the region due to t...

EU Parliament seeks unity on war but is divided on strategy

During a European Parliament debate on the Middle East conflict, various party groups emphasized the need for the European Union to present a unified front. Jeroen Lenaers of the CDA argued that the E...