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Police arrest man after report of videotaped rape during King's Day

Man arrested after reported sexual assault during King's Day in Amsterdam, police urge public to refrain from sharing disturbing footage and respect victim's privacy.

April 29, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Power outage in Spain killed five people

Family of three possibly dies from carbon monoxide poisoning during power outage in Spain, while other deaths and emergencies reported due to use of backup generators during widespread outage.

April 29, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Bill found in violin Jewish prisoner built in camp Dachau

Historical find: violin made by Jewish prisoner in Dachau concentration camp is reunited with family of original owner after 80 years.

April 28, 2025, 7:59 p.m.

14-year-old girl breaks arm after falling from attraction at Hilversum fairground

14-year-old girl falls from ride at Hilversum fair, suffers broken arm. NVWA investigating cause, town says fair to remain open.

April 28, 2025, 7:59 p.m.

Canadian civility is over: patriotism as protest against Trump

The Canadian election revolves around a man not on the ballot: Donald Trump. His trade war and attacks on Canada have led to renewed pride for the homeland, manifested in the sale of flags, caps and a new app to boycott American products.

April 28, 2025, 7:59 p.m.

Police investigate whether filmed sex King's Day Amsterdam was voluntary

Police are investigating a video of two individuals engaging in sexual activity on the streets of Amsterdam on King's Day, with questions surrounding possible rape and the identities of those involved. The police are urging witnesses to come forward and for the public to stop sharing the video as it is a criminal offense.