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Significant damage in collision between ambulance and car in Lijnden

A car and an ambulance collided on the N232 in Lijnden on Tuesday afternoon, resulting in significant damage to both vehicles. No injuries were reported in the accident, which occurred on the Schiphol...

Suspects held for Amsterdam explosion are injured Naoufal T. (24) and Yassine B. (25)

Two Amsterdam residents, Naoufal T. and Yassine B., remain in pretrial detention after being seriously injured in a devastating explosion in Amsterdam on Thursday night. The two suspects are currently...

Suspects held for Osdorp explosion are injured Naoufal T. (24) and Yassine B. (25)

Nel Schuttevaêr-Velthuijs and five other Beverwijk residents posthumously honored with Yad Vashem recognition

Six individuals from Beverwijk, including Nel Schuttevaêr-Velthuijs, have been posthumously honored with the Yad Vashem 'Righteous Among the Nations' award. This title is granted by the state of Isra...

European Parliament approves lower tariffs on US products

A majority of the European Parliament has voted to lower import tariffs on various American products. This decision is intended to prevent U.S. President Donald Trump from imposing new trade tariffs o...

Person rushed to hospital after stabbing in Haarlem park

Emergency services responded to a stabbing at the Staten Bolwerk in Haarlem on Tuesday afternoon. One victim was injured in the incident and rushed to the hospital for urgent medical treatment.

Source: G7 agrees on new energy sanctions against Russia

The G7 nations have reached an agreement to impose new energy sanctions on Russia in an effort to increase international pressure. The consensus was established during a meeting of world leaders held ...

KLM cancels flights to Saudi Arabia and Dubai until August

KLM has extended the suspension of its flights to Riyadh, Dammam, and Dubai until August 9th due to ongoing unrest in the Middle East. The Dutch airline announced the decision on Tuesday in response t...

Indications of flash powder use in powerful explosion in Amsterdam-Osdorp

A massive explosion that destroyed an Amsterdam gym and injured seven people was likely caused by flash powder, a highly sensitive substance often used in heavy fireworks or ATM bombings. Experts beli...

EU bans extra hand luggage fees

The European Union has reached an agreement to eliminate extra fees for small carry-on luggage on flights within member states. This deal between EU countries and the European Parliament aims to stand...

Sister of Onno Kuut, murdered in 2009: my brother mattered

On the first day of the appeal trial against the 'tattoo killers' in Rotterdam, the sister of Onno Kuut spoke about her brother who was murdered in 2009. She emphasized that he was a person with a sto...

FBI foils potential terror attack at White House cage fight

The FBI prevented a potential terrorist attack during a UFC cage fight held in the garden of the White House. The event was organized last weekend to celebrate the 80th birthday of U.S. President Dona...

Oil price at three-month low but not yet back to previous levels

Oil prices reached a three-month low on Tuesday amid hopes for a peace agreement between Iran and the United States. Experts note that more specific details of the agreement are necessary to determine...

Trump: Syria can take over fight against Hezbollah from Israel

U.S. President Donald Trump suggested at the G7 summit that Syria should take over the fight against Hezbollah in Lebanon from Israel. Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Israel's current military op...

Poland arrests two people after murder of Putin critic

Polish police have arrested two Belarusian nationals following the fatal shooting of a Russian Putin critic in eastern Poland. Authorities are currently investigating the suspects' involvement in the ...

Red Cross seeks more aid workers due to deployment in Ter Apel

The Red Cross is seeking new aid workers to sustain its daily operations in Ter Apel, where approximately 22 staff members assist asylum seekers at the registration center. The organization needs addi...

Court rejects release request for Norwegian Crown Princess's son

A Norwegian court has rejected Marius Borg Høiby's request to be released from pre-trial detention. The son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit was recently sentenced to four years in prison for multiple o...

Wealth of world's 500 richest grows by 290 billion euros in one day

The world's 500 wealthiest individuals saw their collective fortune increase by $336 billion (€290 billion) in a single day following gains in the stock market. According to the Bloomberg Billionair...

Pond in Hillegom's De Zanderij park enlarged for Ukrainian refugee housing expansion

The pond in park De Zanderij in Hillegom is being enlarged to compensate for increased paving caused by the recent expansion of a nearby Ukrainian refugee shelter. This project aims to manage water ru...

Emotional Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha (40) nears 6 million Instagram followers after World Cup stunt against Spain

Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha was named Man of the Match following a stunning 0-0 draw against Spain in their World Cup opening match. The 40-year-old's performance has earned him global recognition...

EU: Ticket prices must be more transparent, compensation for 3-hour delay remains

The European Parliament and EU member states have reached an agreement to update air passenger rights, ensuring that travelers retain their right to compensation for flight delays of three hours or mo...

Belgian prosecution demands 27 years for man who killed carnival revelers

The Belgian Public Prosecution Service has demanded a 27-year prison sentence for Paolo Falzone, the primary suspect in the 2022 Strépy-Bracquegnies carnival tragedy. Falzone is accused of driving in...

20-year-old man found injured on Sierplein, possible stabbing victim

A 20-year-old man was found injured on Sierplein in Amsterdam on Monday night following a suspected stabbing incident. Police have launched an investigation and are appealing for witnesses or video fo...

Germany rejects EU long-term budget 2028-2034

German Minister Günther Krichbaum announced that Germany rejects the proposed EU multi-annual budget for 2028-2034, labeling the funding levels "completely excessive." The decision was made during a ...

Araghchi: Talks on final US-Iran agreement to start Friday

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced that negotiations for a definitive agreement with the United States are expected to begin this Friday in Switzerland. The start of these talks c...

Zelensky arrives in Évian for G7 summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Évian, France, for the G7 summit, where he was received by French President Emmanuel Macron. Zelensky is scheduled to attend a special session focuse...

Ukraine attacks Moscow oil refinery

Ukrainian forces have targeted and struck an oil refinery in Moscow using long-range missiles, as reported by President Volodymyr Zelensky. Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin confirmed that the facility was...

Chinese President Xi Jinping supports Myanmar leader

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Myanmar's leader Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing to express support and pledge deeper strategic cooperation between the two nations. This visit marks Min Aung Hlaing's...

Dutch imports from Gulf region down by more than half

Dutch imports from the Gulf region decreased by more than 50% in April compared to the previous month due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. During this period, imports from Iraq were completely ...

Takeaway industry addicted to plastic: more than a quarter serve banned plastic straws

A study of 101 takeaway shops across twelve cities in the Netherlands found that many businesses continue to use plastic containers and cutlery despite regulations. Over 25% of the sampled shops still...