The Dutch Olympic Committee (NOC) has reaffirmed its decision to include Steven van de Velde in the Netherlands' delegation for the upcoming Paris Olympics, despite his criminal record for raping a 12-year-old British girl. Van de Velde, now 29, was sentenced to four...
Dutch Olympics Committee Defends Selection of Volleyball Player with Criminal Past
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Dutch Disappointment in Berlin: Austria Clinch Group D with 3-2 Win
The Netherlands' hopes for a smooth run through Euro 2024 were dashed in Berlin, as a determined Austria emerged victorious 3-2 in a pulsating encounter. This defeat throws the Oranje's path to the trophy wide open, with a potentially tricky last-16 clash looming....
KLM Flight Returns to Schiphol Due to Technical Issue
A KLM flight bound for Rio de Janeiro had to make an unexpected return to Schiphol Airport due to a technical issue encountered over northern France. The Boeing 777, operating as flight KL 705, landed safely with no reported danger to the passengers. The specific...
Extinction Rebellion Protest Delays Final Round of KLM Open
The fourth and final round of the KLM Open in Badhoevedorp faced delays on Sunday due to a protest by Extinction Rebellion (XR). Activists blocked access to The International golf club, the venue for the Netherlands' premier golf tournament, in a demonstration against...
PVV Ministerial Candidates Defend Use of Controversial Terms
Prospective ministers and junior ministers from the PVV party are under intense scrutiny for their support of far-right policies and controversial terminology ahead of their swearing-in ceremony in early July. The parliamentary questioning has particularly focused on...
EURO 2024: Today’s Matches Recap
Berlin, June 21, 2024 — Today's UEFA EURO 2024 matches provided high drama and significant outcomes, impacting the prospects of several teams as the group stage nears its conclusion. Match 1: Netherlands vs. France Kylian Mbappé could only watch as his side failed to...
Mark Rutte Set to Become NATO’s Next Secretary General After Romania Drops Long-Held Objection
Brussels, June 20, 2024 — In a significant development for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte is poised to become the alliance’s next secretary general. This follows Romania’s decision to withdraw its long-standing objection...
Controversy Over PVV’s Martin Bosma Attending Slavery Commemoration
A petition signed by 35 organizations and over 150 individuals is urging parliamentary chairman Martin Bosma, a member of the far-right PVV, not to attend the annual slavery remembrance ceremony in Amsterdam on July 1. Traditionally, leaders of both parliamentary...
Cutting the 30% Ruling Will Harm Dutch Economy, Report Finds
The tax break for high-skilled migrants, known as the 30% ruling, generates more revenue than it costs, according to a report for the Dutch finance ministry. This tax incentive, which allows selected foreign workers to receive nearly a third of their income tax-free...
Court Sentences up to 28 Years for Murder of Peter R. de Vries
Nearly three years after the murder of Peter R. de Vries, the court has sentenced the main suspects to prison terms of up to 28 years. Despite the Public Prosecution Service (OM) seeking life sentences for the primary defendants, the court opted for lengthy but not...
Dutch Spy Service Reveals Larger Scope of Chinese Fortigate Hack
The Dutch military security service, MIVD, has uncovered that a cyber espionage campaign targeting Fortigate-secured systems was significantly more extensive than initially reported. This revelation, announced on June 10, 2024, indicates that the breach affected...
Dutch Coalition Talks Stalled Over Cabinet Posts Division
The formation of the next Dutch government faces delays as coalition parties struggle to agree on cabinet posts ahead of the June 26 deadline. Despite nominating former intelligence chief Dick Schoof as prime minister, the four right-wing parties—PVV, VVD, NSC, and...
KLM Fined by US Authorities Over Delayed COVID-19 Refunds
Dutch flag carrier KLM has been fined by US authorities for delays in compensating passengers whose flights were canceled during the coronavirus pandemic. The US Department of Transportation imposed a $1.1 million fine on KLM, matching the penalty levied against...
Pro-China Ties Found in Dutch Party Competing in EU Elections
A Dutch political party competing in the upcoming European parliamentary elections has been found to have links to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), according to research conducted by media and investigative website Follow The Money. The party in question, NL met een...
Charges Dropped Against Second Man in The Voice Sex Scandal
The allegations of sexual misconduct involving key figures from The Voice of Holland have brought significant attention to the issue of abuse of power within the entertainment industry. This scandal is part of the broader "Me Too" movement, which has exposed numerous...
Tragic Incident at Schiphol Airport: Ground Worker Sucked into Jet Engine
Amsterdam, Netherlands - May 29, 2024 — A devastating accident at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport has left the aviation community in shock. A ground worker was tragically sucked into the engine of a KLM Cityhopper aircraft as it was preparing for departure. The incident...
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BREAKING NEWS: Coordinated Suicide Attacks Plunge Borno State into Mourning
Maiduguri, Nigeria - June 30, 2024 - Borno State, Nigeria, reeled in shock and grief today after a series of coordinated suicide attacks ripped through the region. Suspected female bombers targeted a wedding ceremony, a funeral service, and a hospital, leaving a trail...
Hurricane Beryl Races Towards Caribbean, Threatening Rapid Intensification
Aruba, June 30, 2024 - Hurricane Beryl is churning a dangerous path towards the southeastern Caribbean, raising serious concerns with its rapid development. Having formed just two days ago, Beryl has exploded in intensity, reaching Category 3 status with sustained...
Presidential Debate Sparks Concerns Among NATO and European Allies
June 30, 2024 – In the aftermath of the June 28 presidential debate, NATO and European leaders have expressed significant concerns over the future direction of U.S. foreign policy and its implications for international alliances. The debate between President Joe Biden...
Breaking News: Presidential Debate Leaves Americans Uneasy About Future Leadership
In a highly anticipated presidential debate on June 27, 2024, former President Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden faced off in a heated exchange, leaving many Americans feeling anxious about the future leadership of the country. The debate, held at CNN’s...
Former Uvalde School Police Chief Indicted Over 2022 Mass Shooting Response
In a groundbreaking development, former Uvalde school police chief Pete Arredondo and another officer have been indicted for their roles in the failed response to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary School. This marks the first time law enforcement officials are...