Heerenveen is on the verge of presenting Robin van Persie as their new head coach in the Eredivisie. The Frisian club's management and the 40-year-old all-time top scorer for the Netherlands have held several discussions and both parties aim to reach an agreement...
Robin van Persie Nears First Coaching Gig in Eredivisie: Heerenveen Approaching Agreement with Former Striker
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International Phishing Network Dismantled: Five Arrests Made in the Netherlands
In a sweeping police operation, an intricate web of cybercrime has been unraveled, resulting in the dismantling of an international phishing network. This nefarious network, known as LabHost, operated clandestinely on the dark web, peddling counterfeit websites...
Investigation Closed: Alleged “Killer” Coronavirus Nurse Cleared Due to Lack of Evidence
Assen, Netherlands - Dutch authorities have closed their investigation into Theodoor V, a nurse who came forward alleging they euthanized at least 20 coronavirus patients at the Wilhelmina Ziekenhuis in Assen during the height of the pandemic. Despite initial media...
Clash of Powers: How the Old and Incoming Coalitions Navigate Dutch Politics
As the Netherlands navigates the delicate balance of power between its outgoing and incoming governments, tensions simmer as conflicting agendas and shifting dynamics shape the political landscape. With the formation of a new coalition underway, comprised of the PVV,...
Installation of Floating Wind Farms between Curaçao and Aruba
In Papiamento, there is a well-known saying that goes: "cacho cu nenga weso, ta weso mes e lo come" which also aligns with the information that surfaced yesterday in the Dutch press regarding green energy. Yesterday morning in The Hague, during a meeting with the...
Alleged ISIS Member Arrested in Italy After Flying Under the Radar in Eindhoven
Rome, Italy - April 9, 2024 - Italian authorities apprehended a suspected Islamic State (IS) militant on Monday after he arrived in Rome on a flight from Eindhoven Airport in the Netherlands. Police in Italy captured an alleged terrorist after he arrived in Rome on a...
Ajax Crushed 6-0 by Feyenoord in Record Eredivisie Defeat
Amsterdam giants Ajax endured a nightmare result on Sunday, slumping to a record 6-0 defeat against arch-rivals Feyenoord in the Eredivisie. The dominant performance by the reigning champions Feyenoord marks a new low for Ajax's turbulent season. Feyenoord completely...
30% of Schiphol Flights Contribute Minimally to the Dutch Economy
A recent study reveals that nearly a third of flights taking off and landing at Schiphol contribute little to the Dutch economy. Researchers highlight that the economic benefits of many flights, especially transfers, outweigh the damage to public health and the...
Aruba Prime Minister Meets Dutch State Secretary to Discuss Landspakket Progress
Oranjestad, Aruba - March 21, 2024 Aruba Prime Minister Evelyn Wever-Croes and Dutch State Secretary Alexandra van Huffelen convened on Tuesday, March 20, 2024, to discuss the progress of the Landspakket, an agreement aimed at implementing reforms and investments in...
Amsterdam Court: KLM misled consumers with green advertisements
The court in Amsterdam has ruled that KLM misled consumers with various green claims in its advertisements. The judges ruled that the airline painted too positive a picture of the beneficial effects of, for example, forest projects and the use of more sustainable...
The Directorate of Foreign Relations of Aruba informs:
This is a message directed towards Dutch citizens currently in Haiti. The situation in Haiti: The Government of Aruba, together with the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is closely monitoring the events unfolding in Haiti. The situation in the country, particularly...
Herzog’s invitation to the inauguration of the Holocaust Museum causes controversy
President Herzog of Israel's recent invitation to the inauguration of the Holocaust Museum has sparked a wave of reactions, both in Israel and globally. What was planned as an observance of the Holocaust and a promotion of education and remembrance has now become a...
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Katie Taylor Retains Her Title in Controversial Victory Over Amanda Serrano
Irish boxing star Katie Taylor retained her status as the undisputed lightweight world champion last Friday, defeating Puerto Rican fighter Amanda Serrano in a points decision that left fans at AT&T Stadium loudly booing the outcome....
World’s Largest Coral Discovered in the Southwest Pacific, Visible from Space
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Political Crisis in Haiti Escalates Amid Violence and Prime Minister’s Dispute
Haiti’s mounting political turmoil deepened Monday as a new prime minister was controversially appointed, triggering fresh tensions in a nation already grappling with gang violence and social instability. The transitional council announced businessman Alix Didier...
Spain Prepares for New Storms Amid Political Fallout from Deadly Floods
Spain is bracing for more severe weather as political tensions rise in the aftermath of last month’s devastating floods, which killed over 200 people and caused billions in damages. Fresh warnings for heavy rain, high waves, and strong winds have put regions like...