Netherlands: News

European Hyperloop Center unveils quarter-mile test tube in Netherlands

The European Hyperloop Center, a nonprofit organization, recently revealed a 400m test tube for the ambitious Hyperloop project.

Tense hostage situation unfolds in Dutch town of Ede

A serious hostage situation is currently unfolding in Ede, a town located in the heart of the Netherlands.

Tulip time: Witness spring splendor in the Netherlands

Each spring, the Netherlands is a spectacle of color as countless tulips bloom.

US presses allies for stronger chip Curbs on China

The United States is urging Japan and the Netherlands to broaden their restrictions on semiconductor-related exports to China.

6 most fun airports for a long layover

Long layovers are often seen as an unavoidable inconvenience in air travel.

Niksen: Embrace the Dutch art of doing nothing

Originating from the Netherlands, the term "niksen" translates literally to "doing nothing" in its native Dutch.

Ex-Dutch PM, wife die together by 'assisted suicide' at 93 

Former Dutch Prime Minister Dries van Agt and his wife Eugenie van Agt-Krekelberg (both 93) died together by euthanasia on Monday, The Rights Forum has revealed.

Journeying through the world's most captivating villages

The heart of a place often lies in its peaceful villages as opposed to the bustling cities and iconic landmarks.

Dutch people are putting pancakes on their heads! Here's why

Every year on November 29, several people in the Netherlands place pancakes on their heads to commemorate an ancient tradition.

Everything you should know about next Dutch PM Geert Wilders

Geert Wilders, leader of the Netherlands' far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), is set to secure a remarkable victory in the Dutch elections.

Vegetarian foods to relish when traveling to the Netherlands

The Netherlands is famous for a lot of things that act as a major crowd-puller as far as its tourism is concerned.

ICC Cricket World Cup: Rejuvenated Australia face Netherlands in Delhi

Australia will lock horns against the Netherlands in Match 24 of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup on October 25 in New Delhi.

Logan van Beek's journey from New Zealand to Netherlands (ODIs) 

Pacer Logan van Beek starred in the Netherlands' historic win over South Africa in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup in Dharamsala.

Netherlands claim their third World Cup win after upsetting SA

The Netherlands stunned South Africa in a rain-curtailed 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup encounter in Dharamsala.

World Cup: Netherlands skipper Scott Edwards attains these feats

Scott Edwards played a captain's knock as the Netherlands scored 245/8 against South Africa in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup encounter in Dharamsala.

World Cup: Scott Edwards propels Netherlands to 245/8 against SA

The Netherlands scored 245/8 against South Africa in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup encounter in Dharamsala.

ICC World Cup 2023: Decoding the Netherlands squad 

The Netherlands are making a comeback into the 2023 World Cup after missing the last two editions of the tournament.

Literary escapes: Exploring book towns around the world

Imagine yourself walking through a charming street dotted with historic structures that are filled to the brim with books from every era and genre.

Top 5 eco-friendly destinations in the world

Sustainable travel is the new buzzword in the tourism industry.

Netherlands falls into recession after second consecutive quarterly slump

The Dutch economy has entered a recession, experiencing a 0.3% contraction in Q2 2023. In the previous quarter, the country experienced a 0.4% decline.

Netherlands: Government collapses following dispute over immigration policy

The Dutch government collapsed on Friday after failing to achieve a unified resolution on migration policy owing to serious differences between the ruling coalition parties.

CWC Qualifiers: Netherlands beat West Indies through historic Super Over

The Netherlands pulled off a miraculous victory over West Indies in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifiers at the Takashinga Sports Club, Harare.

Dutch footballer Quincy Promes sentenced to jail for stabbing cousin

In a shocking development, Netherlands forward Quincy Promes received a jail sentence of 18 months for stabbing his cousin at a family gathering.

Dutch tourist molested, stabbed by resort staff in Goa

A female tourist from the Netherlands was allegedly molested and stabbed at a resort in Goa by a member of the staff, reported ANI.

Avoid these common mistakes if you are visiting the Netherlands

Known for being the land of windmills, tulips, and canals, the Netherlands is a magical country to visit in Europe.

5 unique man-made bridges around the world

Bridges around the world not only serve as a means for connecting people and places but also add to the aesthetic of the region.

You can't return from the Netherlands without these 5 souvenirs

Known for its picturesque landscapes, and vibrant cities, the Netherlands is one of the top tourist attractions in the world.

FIFA World Cup: Netherlands and Senegal advance to last 16

Netherlands thrashed hosts Qatar 2-0 in an enthralling Group A fixture of the FIFA World Cup 2022.

ICC T20 World Cup, Netherlands beat Namibia: Key stats

Netherlands bested Namibia by five wickets to claim their second successive win in the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup on Tuesday.

T20 World Cup, Namibia vs Netherlands: Preview, stats, Fantasy XI

Match 5 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2022 will see Namibia going up against Netherlands.

Kerala: Spike in dog-bite deaths raises debate on culling strays

Kerala is getting a bad rap over its stray dogs.

Visiting the Netherlands? Check out these 5 unique hotels

Popularly known around the world for its ancient monuments, stunning museums, gorgeous canals, and diverse culture, the Netherlands is one of the hidden gems in Europe waiting to be explored.

A pillow worth Rs. 45L can reportedly solve sleep disorders

Want to get the best sleeping experience of your life? Well, be ready to shell out a bucketload of money.

5 best national parks to visit in Belgium

Located in western Europe, Belgium is the perfect place for those who want to be amidst nature and the diverse settings of rich wetlands, and dense forests.

Netherlands coach Ryan Campbell suffers heart attack: Details here

Ryan Campbell, the head coach of the Netherlands cricket team, has been hospitalized in the UK after suffering a heart attack on Saturday.

Bavuma, de Kock rested for Netherlands ODIs; Wayne Parnell returns

Marquee South Africa players, including regular limited-over captain Temba Bavuma, batters Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock, and Rassie van der Dussen, as well as Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje have been rested for the ODI series against the Netherlands, starting later this month.

ICC T20 World Cup, Namibia beat Netherlands: Records broken

Namibia beat the Netherlands in a crucial ICC T20 World Cup Round 1, Group A match in Abu Dhabi.

Top French advisor talks third lockdown as coronavirus cases surge

France will have to enforce a third national lockdown to handle the worrying surge of coronavirus cases, the country's top medical advisor Prof Jean-Francois Delfraissy said on Sunday.

#BattleAgainstCoronavirus: Exhausted Dutch health minister resigns, opposition leader gets responsibility

The death toll due to novel coronavirus isn't declining, the number of infected persons is rising, and countries are scrambling to curtail the menace.

This 9-year-old prodigy will soon become world's youngest graduate

A 9-year-old boy is set to become the youngest person to attain a university degree.

Planning your Christmas holidays? These are top five destinations

It's never too early to plan your vacation.

Dutch engineer hacks own insulin pump to code 'artificial pancreas'

As common as diabetes is these days, the condition is not easy to manage. However, a 22-year-old Dutch software engineer, suffering from diabetes, has perhaps made living with the medical condition a lot easier.

Thailand women smash this stunning T20I record: Details here

While cricket is the game of glorious uncertainties, T20I is the most unpredictable format of the sport.

Five countries to explore, if you want to travel solo

Whether your friends are too busy to join you or you want to cut your social life for a while to seek inner peace, solo travel is never a bad idea.

Teenager rape survivor uses legal euthanasia to end life

A 17-year-old teenage girl from the Netherlands ended her own life through legal euthanasia after struggling with mental illnesses.

Well fitted, 3D-printed bras are on the way: Details here

As modern-day garment industry relies on mass-production, products from different brands could have varying fits, even when you go for the same size.

#ComicBytes: Celebrating Free Comic Book Day! Here's what it implies

There are a lot of creative artists in the comic book industry who generally go unrecognized.

#Breaking: Multiple injured after man opens fire in Netherlands town

A shooting in the Dutch town of Utrecht on Monday injured multiple people, the police have confirmed.

This bread in Finland is made of 70 dried crickets

We often hear about peculiar food items in the world, like mealworm hummus, crispy tarantulas, etc., which are made from weird ingredients.

Why this man wanted his age reduced by 20 years

In what has to be one of the weirdest cases of the 21st century, a Dutch court, on Monday, refused to subtract 20 years from the legal age of Emile Ratelband, a motivational speaker.

Reports of Aasia Bibi leaving Pakistan fake news: Pakistan Authorities

Pakistani authorities today rejected the reports as "fake news" that a Christian woman who was released from a jail a week after the Supreme Court overturned her conviction and death sentence for blasphemy has left for the Netherlands.

In a first, Netherlands issues gender-neutral passport

The Netherlands has issued its first gender-neutral passport after a court ruled that forcing someone to identify as male or female amounted to 'violation of private life, self-determination, and personal autonomy'.

Dutch thwart Russian cyber attack on chemical weapons watchdog OPCW

Dutch intelligence thwarted a Russian cyber attack targeting the global chemical weapons watchdog in April and expelled four Russian agents, the Netherlands government said today.

Knew about sexual-abuse by Buddhist teachers; nothing new: Dalai Lama

The Dalai Lama says he has known about sexual abuse by Buddhist teachers since the 1990s and that such allegations are "nothing new".

Dutch PM Mark Rutte cycles to work, wins hearts, again

If there's one lesson to learn from the Dutch Prime Minister, it is humility. With his simple actions, 51-year-old Mark Rutte has, many a times, become the leader everyone loves.

Historic moment for Nepal as they win maiden ODI

Nepal notched their first ever ODI win after overcoming the Netherlands in the second game of the 2-match series,

World's first family that lives in a 3D-printed house

A family in Nantes, France has become the world's first family to move in to a 3D-printed home.

India to make a strong bid for NSG membership

India will make another strong bid to enter the elite Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) - a club of 48 countries that deal with nuclear technology and fissile material.

The Netherlands and India discuss cooperation across various sectors

On Thursday, The Netherlands and India explored possibilities of cooperation across diverse sectors at a CEOs Round Table hosted in Hyderabad House, New Delhi.

EU authorities investigating IKEA's tax affairs

The European Commission is set to investigate Swedish multinational giant IKEA's corporate tax structure.

India gets re-elected to International Maritime Organization for 2-year term

Meet Praggnanandhaa, India's 12 year-old chess prodigy

Recently, Praggnanandhaa, who is only 12 years old, became the youngest chess player ever to cross 2500 FIDE-rating points.

What attracts women to ISIS?

A lot has been written about how even educated youth get lured into joining ISIS by their twisted propaganda. But why do women undertake this perilous trial?

PM Modi concludes foreign visit, calls Netherlands India's 'natural partner'

PM Modi wrapped up his three-nation tour with a visit to Netherlands where he held discussions on bolstering political and economic relations between India and Netherlands.

US to "roll out the red carpet" for Modi

The White House will "roll out the red carpet" for Modi on June 26 in Washington, DC, a senior Trump administration official said.

Rare books by Barack Obama Sr. auctioned in Netherlands

Original copies of books written by Barack Hussein Obama Sr., father of one of America's most popular presidents, went up for auction on June 19.

Dutch men walk #handinhand following attack on gay couple

Straight Dutch men are uploading images on social media of themselves holding hands to stand up against homophobia.

Dutch investigators' Hunt: Probe launched into money-launderers, tax evaders

Dutch investigators launched coordinated raids in many countries against suspected money-launderers and tax evaders, who made deposits into an unidentified Swiss Bank.

Le Penn vows to put France first

Kicking off her presidential election campaign in France, far-right leader Marine Le Pen vowed to put France first in all her policies.

Germany sees an increased number of refugees converting to Christianity

More and more number of Muslim refugees have been converting to Christianity in Germany.

Netherlands ready to deploy anti-drone eagle squad

The Netherlands police announced that it was ready to deploy its anti-drone eagle squad after a year of training the birds, making Netherlands the first country to use such a tactic.