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Dutch royal family faces criticism over birthday party during COVID

The Dutch royal family expressed regret for holding a gathering for future Queen Amalia's 18th birthday that broke COVID-19 measures.

Netherlands

Dutch parties agree coalition deal to end record nine-month impasse

The negotiations lasted 271 days — a new record for the Netherlands. But it's nothing compared to neighbours Belgium who took 541 days following an election in 2010.

Netherlands

Dutch cannabis cafes see rise in business during COVID-19 pandemic

A survey by Trimbos, a research institute on mental health and addictions, found that 90% of Dutch cannabis users were smoking as much or more since the start of the pandemic.

Netherlands

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte set to reveal plans for new government

An agreement should be finalised and shared with the four coalition parties on Tuesday.

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Netherlands

Princess Amalia, heir to the Dutch throne, turns 18

She is now officially entitled to take over the throne from her father, King Willem-Alexander, should the need arise.

Europe Decoded

Spain first to receive EU pandemic recovery funds as others lag behind

With the Spanish government set to be the first to receive money from NextGeneration EU, the state-of-play for other member states is much different.

Tech News

This hi-tech sleeve could help you understand any foreign language

The device works by converting text into sound files that are then expressed in the sleeve via speakers.

Netherlands

Couple arrested in Netherlands after escaping COVID hotel quarantine

A couple was arrested at the airport in Amsterdam after they fled hotel quarantine.

Travel News

South Africa slams travel bans over Omicron variant as 'unjustified'

South Africa's health minister says the travel bans over the new Omicron variant first detected in his country are "draconian", "unjustified," and contrary to WHO guidance.

Netherlands

Social distancing mandatory as Dutch COVID infections spike

Dutch coronavirus infection numbers hit a new weekly record on Tuesday.

World News

Violence in the Netherlands as anger at COVID measures grows in Europe

As well as three consecutive nights of violence in the Netherlands, there was also protests in Austria and Belgium.

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Tense standoffs, clashes at Brussels COVID demo

Belgian police deployed water cannon on demonstrators gathered in central Brussels on Sunday, as they protested against reinforced measures aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19, which the government imposed to counter the latest spike in cases.

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Police fire warning shots at Rotterdam demo

Police fired warning shots, injuring an unknown number of people, as riots broke out on Friday night in downtown Rotterdam at a demonstration against plans by the Dutch government to restrict access for unvaccinated people to some venues.

Netherlands

Police fire on rioters after anti-COVID-19 protest descends into chaos

Police said they fired warning shots during protests against new COVID-19 restrictions in the Netherlands.

Netherlands

Anti-racism activists stage demo against Dutch 'Black Pete'

Anti-racism protesters chanted “Kick Out Black Pete” at an event where children could meet the Dutch version of Santa Claus and his controversial sidekick.

Climate

This climate group has published a guide on how to sue Shell and win

After a landmark victory against the fossil fuel company, Milieudefensie drafted a how-to guide that has been published during COP26.

World News

Two more suspects arrested over high-speed Amsterdam robbery in May

The arrests in France and Belgium bring the total number of suspects in custody to eight.

World News

Dutch hospitals sound alarm as eastern Europe reports record deaths

Coronavirus deaths in Russia hit a new record after a nine-day non-working period ended in most of the country’s regions.

Smart Regions

Solar cells on roads, a new direction for Europe's energy transition

In partnership with the European Commission

Sound barriers on motorways are being equipped with solar cells generating energy for local households. Discover the European project 'Rolling Solar' promoting the use of roads in the energy transition.

Art

Rotterdam museum opens entire collection to public in 'world first'

Visitors to the Depot in Rotterdam will be able to view the 151,000 items in its revered collection.