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jpost.comworld5 days ago
Archaeologists Identify Greek Curse Tablet at Roman Settlement in Netherlands
A lead tablet bearing an Egyptian-style spell was recovered from a pit beneath the town hall square in the former Roman military settlement of Coriovallum. The tablet contains an ancient Greek invocation of deities and demons.
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business6 days ago
Netherlands Inflation Rose to 3.5% in May as Hotel Prices Jumped 21%
Hotel prices in the Netherlands increased 21 percent in May, adding 0.4 percentage points to the monthly inflation rate. The European Central Bank cited concert-related hotel costs when discussing services inflation before raising its benchmark rate.
nypost.comworld6 days ago
Peanut Butter Floor Installation Unveiled in Rotterdam Museum
More than 800 pounds of peanut butter cover a 270-square-foot hexagon at the Depot in Rotterdam. The work recreates a 1969 piece by Wim T. Schippers, who died in June, and remains on view until September 6.
The War Zoneworld7 days ago
UK and Netherlands to Build Eight Amphibious Ships Replacing Three Retiring Vessels
The United Kingdom and the Netherlands announced a £2.4 billion program on July 7 to construct eight landing platform dock ships. Each nation will receive four vessels based on a Dutch design, with construction in UK shipyards. The ships are slated to enter service in the early 2…
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ecns.cntechnology8 days ago
Dutch Trade Minister Visits China as Nexperia China Operates Independently
Sjoerd Sjoerdsma met Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao in Beijing on July 7 during the first such Dutch visit since 2018. The talks focused on ending frictions over the chipmaker Nexperia and semiconductor export controls.
thehindu.compolitics9 days ago
Netherlands to Announce Over €3 Billion in New NATO Defence Deals and Partnerships
Dutch Defence Minister Dilan Yesilgoz said the Netherlands will unveil more than €3 billion in defence deals and plans at a NATO forum in Ankara on July 7. The announcements include partnerships with Belgium and Britain ahead of a leaders summit.
sbs.com.ausports12 days agoUpdated
Dutch Football Association Sends Racist Messages After World Cup Penalty Loss to Prosecutors
The KNVB referred racist social media messages targeting three players to prosecutors after a penalty shootout loss to Morocco. Prime Minister Rob Jetten called the abuse unacceptable and urged legal action to set an example.
axios.comworld15 days ago
New Book Estimates 3.3–5.3 Million Enslaved Under Broader Definition of Dutch Rule
A new book argues the widely cited total of 600,000 victims undercounts Dutch enslavement by including additional colonies and extending the time frame. The Guardian reported the findings from Leendert van der Valk.
news.sky.comsports15 days ago
Riots Erupt in The Hague After Morocco Defeats Netherlands in World Cup
Moroccan supporters clashed with police in The Hague after Morocco eliminated the Netherlands from the World Cup. Officers deployed water cannons and batons, and at least a dozen people were arrested.
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sports15 days agoUpdated
Morocco Advances Past Netherlands on Penalties in World Cup Round of 32
Ismael Saibari scored the decisive penalty as Morocco eliminated the Netherlands 3-2 in a shootout after a 1-1 draw on June 29. The result marks the Dutch team's earliest exit in World Cup history.
sports16 days ago
Police retreat after clashes with crowd in Dutch city following soccer match
Officers withdrew from the scene after a group attacked them in the Netherlands. The incident occurred after Morocco defeated the Netherlands in a soccer match. No arrests or injuries were reported in the initial account.
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motorsport.comsports18 days ago
Japanese rider wins Dutch MotoGP race after Italian leader crashes
Japan's Ai Ogura took his first MotoGP victory in Assen. Italian rider Marco Bezzecchi left the track by ambulance after a high-speed crash on lap three.
japantimes.co.jpworld21 days ago
Emperor Naruhito Thanks Netherlands and Belgium for Warm Welcome
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako completed state visits to the Netherlands and Belgium that began June 13. The emperor spoke to reporters in Namur on June 25 about the reception and royal family exchanges. The couple is scheduled to return to Japan on June 26.
101greatgoals.compolitics22 days ago
Netherlands Carries Out First Euthanasia of Child Under 12 Under 2024 Law
Health minister Sophie Hermans informed parliament that a terminally ill child received euthanasia near the end of last year. A review committee has examined the case and prosecutors will assess compliance with the 2024 law.
The Guardianpolitics25 days ago
Dutch Prime Minister Apologizes for Mistreatment of Moluccan Soldiers
The Dutch prime minister apologized for the treatment of Moluccan soldiers who served in the colonial army and were later discharged and housed in former camps. A crowdfunded monument was unveiled in Rotterdam during the ceremony.
dutchnews.nlsports25 days ago
Dutch Royals Attend Netherlands and Curacao World Cup Matches
King Willem-Alexander, Queen Maxima and Princess Ariane watched the Netherlands defeat Sweden 5-1 in Houston before traveling to see Curacao earn its first World Cup point against Ecuador.
nypost.comsports25 days agoUpdated
Netherlands Beats Sweden 5-1 in World Cup Group Match
Cody Gakpo and Brian Brobbey each scored twice as the Netherlands defeated Sweden 5-1 on Saturday. The result moved the Dutch to the top of their group with four points from two games.
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Euronewsscience26 days ago
Choreographer William Forsythe Opens Exhibition Allowing Physical Interaction With Artworks
William Forsythe presents a solo exhibition at the Voorlinden Museum in the Netherlands that invites visitors to engage physically with installations, sculptures, and film works. The show runs through August 23, 2026.
japantimes.co.jpworld26 days ago
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako Plant Cherry Tree Near Amsterdam
The imperial couple planted a tree at Cherry Blossom Park on June 19 and held talks with Dutch and Japanese participants before departing for Belgium on June 20.
citizen.co.zaai33 days ago
Dutch Court Artist Receives Damages After MP Used Her Sketch Without Permission
Petra Urban was paid after a PVV MP used and altered her drawing of two Syrian brothers without permission. The manipulated image appeared in a party video on social media.
koreaherald.comworld35 days ago
Car Strikes Cyclists on School Trip in Netherlands, Killing Two Children and Adult
Two children and one adult died and four other children were seriously injured when a car hit a group of cyclists on a provincial road near Vogelwaarde on June 11, 2026.
dutchnews.nlworld41 days ago
Amsterdam-Born Music Executive Emigrates from Netherlands, Cites Safety Concerns in Jerusalem Post Interview
Sarah Hildering van Lith, a non-Jewish music industry executive born in Amsterdam, said a series of incidents led her to conclude she could no longer remain safely in the Netherlands.
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Defense Newsworld42 days ago
Dutch Plant Begins Assembly of Combat Robots for Ukraine
Estonia's Milrem Robotics opened an assembly line in the Netherlands to produce THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles. The first unit has been completed for the Dutch government as part of a pledge to supply more than 100 robots to Ukraine.
winnipegfreepress.comworld42 days ago
Dutch Court Allows Kanye West Concerts After Group Seeks Block
A court in the Netherlands ruled that Kanye West may perform two scheduled concerts. The decision rejected an attempt by a Jewish group to prevent the shows from taking place.
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thehindu.comworld42 days ago
Dutch Police Detain Four Men on Allegations of Drugging and Sexually Abusing Women They Knew
Authorities acted on tips from Germany and the United Kingdom after raids across the Netherlands last week. The case involves allegations that men drugged women they knew, filmed the assaults, and shared images in online groups.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics42 days ago
Amsterdam Court Allows Rapper Ye Concerts to Proceed
A Dutch court rejected an emergency lawsuit seeking to block two scheduled performances. Organizers report 70,000 tickets sold for the June 6 and 8 shows.
680news.comfinance45 days ago
Dutch Deputy PM Calls for Diplomacy to Address Middle East Tensions
Dilan Yeşilgöz-Zegerius stated the Netherlands stands ready to assist in diplomatic efforts. She described the Iran crisis as concerning and expressed hope for durable peace.
dutchnews.nlworld48 days ago
Survey Finds One in Three Young Women in Netherlands Feel Unsafe in Public
A survey reported by The European Conservative indicates that one-third of young women in the Netherlands regularly feel unsafe in public spaces. Most respondents said they alter their routines in response to safety concerns.
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dutchnews.nlworld52 days ago
Rotterdam Court to Rule on Dutch Citizen's Alleged Hamas Financing
A Rotterdam court is scheduled to issue a verdict on Wednesday regarding accusations that a Dutch citizen transferred approximately €8 million to Hamas networks between 2010 and 2023. The case centers on financial support allegations spanning more than a decade.
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dutchreview.comworld52 days ago
Amsterdam Bans Fatbikes in One City Park
Amsterdam officials have banned fatbikes from one of the city's main parks after receiving complaints about the vehicles. The restriction applies to a single park and does not extend citywide.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld56 days ago
Netherlands Opens Talks to Buy More JASSM-ER Missiles for F-35 Fleet
The Netherlands has begun discussions with the U.S. government to acquire additional JASSM-ER missiles for its F-35 aircraft. A defense projects document also reported a three-year delay for the first Dutch anti-submarine warfare frigate.
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news.google.comworld56 days ago
Dutch Workers and Economists Discuss Shorter Workweeks
Workers and economists in the Netherlands are examining the effects of reduced working hours. The discussion focuses on productivity, well-being, and economic outcomes.
dnaindia.comworld56 days ago
Dutch Discuss Shorter Work Week in Reuters Podcast
A Reuters podcast examines whether the standard 40-hour work week remains suitable for modern economies. The episode focuses on the Netherlands as a case study.
rnz.co.nzworld62 days ago
France and Netherlands Report Negative Hantavirus Tests Among Cruise Ship Contacts
French and Dutch authorities said all identified close contacts of hantavirus cases linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship have tested negative. One French passenger who tested positive remains in serious condition in a hospital. Globally three people have died from the outbreak wi…
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nypost.comworld65 days ago
Dutch Hospital Quarantines 12 Staff for Six Weeks After Hantavirus Exposure
A hospital in the Netherlands has placed 12 staff members in quarantine for six weeks as a preventive measure. The action follows an incident in which blood and urine samples from a patient with hantavirus were handled without strict safety protocols. The hospital cited the need…
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nationalpost.compolitics65 days ago
Dutch Princess Margriet Arrives in Ottawa for Official Visit
Princess Margriet is visiting the Canadian capital to underscore the strong friendship between the Netherlands and Canada. CBC News published its report on the royal visit one hour ago. David Fraser is covering the story for the network.
citizen.co.zaworld65 days ago
Nazi-looted Portrait Found in Home of Dutch SS Collaborator's Descendants
A painting by Dutch artist Toon Kelder stolen from Jewish art dealer Jacques Goudstikker during World War Two has been recovered from the home of descendants of a Dutch SS leader. Art detective Arthur Brand said the work hung in the family home for decades after being purchased a…
dutchnews.nlworld65 days ago
Nazi-looted Artwork From Goudstikker Collection Returned
An artwork stolen by the Nazis from the Goudstikker collection during World War II has been returned after it was found in the family of a Dutch SS collaborator. Dutch art detective Arthur Brand confirmed the handover to AFP. The return resolves one case linked to the extensive N…
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winnipegfreepress.comworld66 days ago
Dutch Prosecutors Charge Man With Terrorist Intent in Bombing of Political Party Office
A 37-year-old man is suspected of pushing a bomb through the letter slot of the D66 party headquarters in The Hague on May 8. The device exploded during a youth wing meeting but caused no injuries. Prosecutors said the targeting of a political party constitutes terrorist intent a…
The Guardianworld66 days agoUpdated
Toon Kelder Painting from Goudstikker Collection Found in Dutch Private Home
Arthur Brand was approached by a relative of Hendrik Seyffardt who discovered the Portrait of a Young Girl, taken from the Goudstikker collection in 1940, hanging in the family hallway. The artwork, item No 92 at a 1940 auction of looted pieces, bears a Goudstikker label and the…
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Los Angeles Timesworld69 days ago
Bomb Explodes at Dutch Prime Minister's Party Headquarters in The Hague
A bomb was pushed through a letter slot and exploded at the headquarters of the D66 party in The Hague late Thursday. Police arrested a 37-year-old suspect but released no further details including any suspected motive. No one was injured during a meeting of about 30 members of t…
finance69 days ago
ABN AMRO Repurchases €23.8 Million of Shares as Part of €250 Million Buyback Programme
The Dutch bank spent €23.8 million on the transactions between May 1 and May 7, 2026, at an average price of €29.72 per share. Cumulative spending under the programme announced on March 27 now stands at €157.1 million, or 62.84 percent of the total authorised amount. Benzinga rep…
winnipegfreepress.compolitics69 days ago
Explosion Occurs at Dutch Political Party Office in The Hague
An explosion took place at the headquarters of Democrats 66, the largest party in the Dutch parliament. Police said a suspect was arrested following the incident in central The Hague. Officials described the event as involving a device made of fireworks.
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pandaily.comworld70 days ago
Tesla FSD Logs 10 Million km in Netherlands in Under a Month
Real drivers using Tesla's Full Self-Driving system on Dutch public roads accumulated 10 million kilometers in less than one month. The mileage reflects daily use rather than testing, according to a report by @MarioNawfal. The data indicates growing adoption of the technology in…
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Dutch Broadcaster Tracks Navy Frigate Using Bluetooth Device via Military Mail
A Dutch regional broadcaster tracked the Royal Netherlands Navy frigate Evertsen in real time by sending a Bluetooth tracker through military mail. The device was discovered on board after 24 hours, prompting the Dutch Ministry of Defence to adjust mail policies. The incident hig…
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Zelensky Meets Troops Training on New Ukrainian Minehunter in Netherlands
Zelensky met with troops undergoing training on a new minehunter vessel in the Netherlands. The ship, named Henichesk, is scheduled to arrive in Ukraine in June and is intended to clear sea mines and support Black Sea shipping. It is named after a vessel lost in 2022.
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