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New riots break out in Amsterdam as tensions remain high

Police said the fire was quickly extinguished, and riot officers cleared the square, though it was not clear who started the unrest or whether it was related to last week's violence.

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Netherlands joins Germany in implementing extra border checks

According to the EU, member states are allowed to temporarily reintroduce controls at the bloc's internal borders in case of a serious threat, such as one to internal security.

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Dutch police attempt to solve sex worker murder case with hologram

The police are hoping to solve the 15 year-old case by jolting people's memory with a hologram of the murdered sex worker.

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Dutch PM cancels COP29 trip after Amsterdam football violence

Police launched a large-scale investigation after gangs of youths conducted what Amsterdam's mayor called 'hit and run' attacks on fans that were apparently inspired by calls on social media to target Jewish people.

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Destinations

Travellers share best off the beaten path destinations in Europe

Bavaria, Cornwall, Amorgos: Europe’s best off the beaten path destinations to visit in 2025.

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EU climate chief gets green light for new Commission

Dutch commissioner recommits to a 90% emissions cut by 2040, pledges not to revise deadlines for the phase-out of new petrol and diesel cars, and brushes off a far-right climate denier during a grilling by MEPs.

Art

Botched heist in Netherlands as thieves steal and damage Warhol prints

On Friday morning, thieves stole two rare Warhol prints and damaged two more. Their violent explosion destroyed the gallery and nearby stores.

The Dialogue

The inspirational story of Dutch Olympic champion Sifan Hassan

In partnership with Media City

Dutch athlete Sifan Hassan made history at the Olympics Paris 2024, winning three medals and breaking a world record in the marathon.

Culture news

Eurovision 2025: Netherlands to return without Joost Klein

The singer, who was one of the favourites to win this year's Eurovision Song Contest, was booted out in Malmö following accusations of misconduct. The case was dropped due to lack of evidence, but despite rumours suggesting he would return, Klein has declined to be the 2025 Dutch entry.

Europeans' Stories

Overcoming obstacles to equality: the battle for disability rights in the EU

Living with a disability in Europe today is still all too often a journey littered with obstacles and discrimination. The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games have put the issue back on the agenda. But the task ahead is enormous.

Design

Dive into experimental design at Dutch Design Week in Eindhoven

Eindhoven is known year round for being the design capital of the Netherlands, but the city’s design credentials peak each autumn with the arrival of Dutch Design Week.

Economy

Which European country takes the crown in global survey on pensions?

The Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index assesses retirement income systems around the world.

Art

Dutch palace showcases Warhol's iconic portraits of global queens

The Het Loo Palace Museum in the Netherlands is hosting an exhibition of Andy Warhol’s 'Reigning Queens' series, featuring 16 rare screen prints of four monarchs.

Europe News

ExxonMobil sues Dutch government over gas field closure

US petroleum giant ExxonMobil has invoked the controversial Energy Charter Treaty in a potential multi-billion euro compensation claim – an apparent bid to pressure the Netherlands’ new right-wing government over the shuttering of Europe’s largest gas field in Groningen.

Art

Art or trash? Dutch museum worker accidently throws artwork in bin

A Dutch museum has recovered one of its artworks that looks like two empty beer cans after a staff member accidentally threw it in the bin. One man’s art is another man’s trash...

Economy

Netherlands: Inflation rate slows but remains higher than most

Despite a steep drop in fuel prices, annual inflation in the Netherlands was still 3.5% in September, one of the highest in the eurozone.

Business

Where have all the flowers gone? UK border controls stem supplies

EU plants are left rotting in trucks as post-Brexit inspection delays hamstring billion-euro trade.

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Netherlands pledges €400m for Ukraine drone development plan

Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials said Russian forces attacked Ukraine overnight on Sunday with 87 Shahed drones and four different types of missiles.

Europe News

ICC unseals arrest warrants for six men linked to Libyan militia

Libya has been in political turmoil since a NATO-backed uprising toppled and killed longtime dictator Moammar Gadhafi in 2011.

Economy

Dutch leaders under fire over VAT plans for books and cultural events

The proposed tax hike will also apply to concert tickets, sports events, and newspapers, in a blow to the country's cultural sector.

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