Amsterdam University closes for two days after violent protests over Gaza
The university's board said it cancelled all classes and would close all buildings as it could not guarantee safety for those on campus.
Tue May 14 2024
Pro-Palestinian protests roil university campuses from Washington to Amsterdam
The confrontation underscored mounting tensions at European campuses, after weeks of unrest at dozens of U.S. universities as students call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Thu May 09 2024
Amsterdam bans new hotels in fight against mass tourism
A new hotel in Amsterdam can only be built if another hotel closes, and if the number of sleeping places doesn't increase.
Thu Apr 18 2024
Van Gogh painting stolen from Dutch museum during pandemic is recovered
The painting, which dates from 1884, was stolen from the Museum Singer Laren, east of Amsterdam, where it was on loan for an exhibition.
Thu Sep 14 2023
Three rescued after sharks attack yacht off Australian coast
Both hulls of the vessel have been damaged following several shark attacks, the AMSA said in a statement.
Wed Sep 06 2023
Burned-out car carrier being towed to Dutch port
Most of the ship has now been inspected and there are no indications that there is still fire on board, Rijkswaterstaat said.
Thu Aug 03 2023
Lizzo sued by former dancers, accused of creating hostile work environment
In the lawsuit, the dancers claimed they were coerced into touching nude performers at an Amsterdam strip club in late February.
Wed Aug 02 2023
Burning car carrier off Dutch coast being towed away from shipping lanes
The burning car carrier is being towed to a new location away from shipping routes as part of a difficult operation to salvage the ship.
Mon Jul 31 2023
Ship carrying 3,000 cars burns off Dutch coast, one dead
The fire began on the 199-metre Panama-registered Fremantle Highway, forcing several crew members to jump overboard.
Wed Jul 26 2023
MH17: Malaysia reiterates commitment in pursuit of truth, justice
ICAO Council had decided to proceed with the hearing on the Settlement of Differences between the conflicting parties.
Mon Jul 17 2023
Investigators may name more suspects in downing of Flight MH17
It would be up to a separate prosecution team to attempt to press charges.
Wed Feb 08 2023
Dutch hacker obtained virtually all Austrians' personal data, police say
The trove comprised close to nine million sets of data, police said.
Thu Jan 26 2023
Madonna announces music tour celebrating 40 years of hits
"Madonna: The Celebration Tour" will travel to 35 cities starting with Vancouver on July 15 and wrapping up in Amsterdam on December 1.
Wed Jan 18 2023
Judges to rule in murder trial for 2014 downing of flight MH17 over Ukraine
Judges will begin reading the verdict at 1:30 p.m. local time (1230 GMT) at the high-security court next to Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport.
Thu Nov 17 2022
Victims' families want judges to clarify Russian role in MH17 downing
Prosecutors have demanded life sentences for three Russians and one Ukrainian accused of suppling the missile system used.
Tue Nov 15 2022
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024