#The Netherlands
# the-netherlands - Saturday 30 November, 2019
Teenagers injured during The Hague stabbing aged between 13 and 15
Dutch police say the motive for the stabbing in The Hague remains unknown.
# the-netherlands - Thursday 12 September, 2019
Dutch doctor acquitted in landmark case over euthanising woman with severe dementia
Prosecutors had accused the doctor of failing to properly consult the Alzheimer’s patient in the case in 2016.
# the-netherlands - Monday 9 September, 2019
Three people killed after shooting in Dutch city
The shooter is believed to have been a policeman who also shot himself.
# the-netherlands - Friday 12 April, 2019
Dutch doctor at centre of IVF scandal used his own sperm to father 49 children
Results of DNA tests conducted today showed that 49 children in the case are direct descendants of the late Jan Karbaat.
# the-netherlands - Tuesday 19 March, 2019
Utrecht shooting: Dutch police 'seriously' investigating terror motive after letter found
Three people died and five people were injured in the incident yesterday.
# the-netherlands - Thursday 14 February, 2019
The Dutch government is using a giant blue mascot to warn of Brexit risks
Around 40 companies last year moved their operations from the UK to the Netherlands because of Brexit.
# the-netherlands - Monday 24 December, 2018
12 pubs in Bangkok and a beach barbeque in Sydney: How the Irish celebrate Christmas around the world
We spoke to some Irish people who will be spending Christmas day across the miles this year.
# the-netherlands - Friday 16 November, 2018
France and Germany are 'jumping the gun' on EU army, Dutch Prime Minister says
“The idea of a European army is going way too far for the Netherlands.”
# the-netherlands - Saturday 1 September, 2018
Two people seriously injured in Amsterdam train station stabbing are US citizens, ambassador says
The assailant was identified as a 19-year-old Afghan man with a German residency permit.
# the-netherlands - Friday 31 August, 2018
Amsterdam police shoot suspect following stabbing in city's central station
At least two people were injured.
# the-netherlands - Wednesday 25 July, 2018
Waterford man who went missing in Netherlands turns up safe and well in Berlin
John Power disappeared in Maastricht on 9 June but today presented himself at the Irish Embassy in Berlin.
# the-netherlands - Thursday 31 May, 2018
World's largest freshwater pearl sold at auction for €320,000
The pearl once belonged to Catherine the Great.
# the-netherlands - Sunday 13 May, 2018
"Israel is the rightful winner if we see it as a circus": The Netherlands reacts to the Eurovision results
Netta won for Israel with 529 points.
# the-netherlands - Tuesday 10 April, 2018
European champions too strong for Ireland as first-half goals end unbeaten streak
There were over 4,000 in attendance at Tallaght Stadium as the Netherlands claimed a 2-0 win.
# the-netherlands - Tuesday 6 February, 2018
The Dutch employ Ronald Koeman to rescue their struggling national team
The once-mighty Netherlands have endured a torrid time in recent years.
# the-netherlands - Thursday 23 November, 2017
As it happened: 'A woman is responsible for her own choice, ultimately she has to make the decision'
The Eighth Amendment Committee today focused on obstetric medicine in the Netherlands.
# the-netherlands - Thursday 16 March, 2017
'The Netherlands said 'stop' to the wrong kind of populism': Wilders set to be defeated in election
PM Mark Rutte easily defeated a strong challenge from the far-right Geert Wilders.
# the-netherlands - Wednesday 15 March, 2017
Dutch voters have rejected Geert Wilders' play to be an anti-Islam Prime Minister
Current PM Mark Rutte has seen his off Wilders’ challenge comfortably.
# the-netherlands - Saturday 11 March, 2017
Explainer: Is the Netherlands about to take a big jump to the far-right?
Everything you need to know about this week’s parliamentary election.
# the-netherlands - Saturday 18 February, 2017
Far-right Dutch MP says 'there is a lot of Moroccan scum' as he launches election campaign
“Dutch people who want their country back will vote for us irrespective of their education or background,” he added.
# the-netherlands - Tuesday 9 August, 2016
Dutch gymnast sent home from Olympics after going out drinking
The team said his behaviour was “unacceptable”.
# the-netherlands - Monday 6 June, 2016
Who is your tip to be the dark horse at Euro 2016 this summer?
Because you’re too good to go tipping one of the big boys.
# the-netherlands - Sunday 3 January, 2016
You can now read Anne Frank's diary online
(If you speak Dutch).
# the-netherlands - Thursday 25 June, 2015
THAT Marco van Basten volley is 27-years old today
Could he do it on a wet… actually, scrap that, he probably could.
# the-netherlands - Saturday 20 June, 2015
Dutch MP to air cartoons of Mohammed on national television
Wilders said the broadcasts are intended to defend freedom of speech but he is well known for his anti-Islam views.
# the-netherlands - Saturday 11 April, 2015
Dutch people used to be tiny... so why are they suddenly giants?
The average male height in the Netherlands has gained 20cm in the last 150 years.
# the-netherlands - Tuesday 17 March, 2015
# the-netherlands - Tuesday 9 September, 2014
Flight MH17 broke up in the air after being pierced by 'high-energy objects'
The Dutch Safety Board has published its first report into the deadly incident today.
# the-netherlands - Monday 21 July, 2014
Remains of MH17 victims to be handed over to Dutch authorities
A deal was reportedly also reached today with Ukrainian separatists over the recovery of the flight’s black boxes.
# the-netherlands - Wednesday 9 July, 2014
Should Javier Mascherano be free to play on after reacting to a head injury like this?
The Argentina midfielder collapsed to the turf after a clash of heads.
# the-netherlands - Monday 12 May, 2014
Formative failure: Louis van Gaal's first spell with the Netherlands
For the first time in 16 years, the Netherlands were not going to the World Cup.
# the-netherlands - Thursday 10 April, 2014
# the-netherlands - Saturday 11 January, 2014
Useful, or terrible stereotype? This Irish pub has a 'puke bowl'
Not sure this is OK.
# the-netherlands - Friday 6 December, 2013
Six 2014 World Cup group games we're looking forward to most
There’s only 188 days to go, folks.
# the-netherlands - Tuesday 3 September, 2013
Operation to lift the Astrid from the sea should be completed by next week
Work to prepare the 95-year-old vessel for the salvage operation has been ongoing since the weekend. All aboard were rescued when she crashed on the rocks six weeks ago.
# the-netherlands - Friday 23 August, 2013
Raids across three countries uncovers ecstasy pills worth €1.3bn
The drugs bust has been described as the biggest seizure of synthetic drugs in Europe.
# the-netherlands - Monday 17 June, 2013
6 teens and father convicted of killing Dutch linesman
A court heard how Richard Nieuwenhuizen was beaten to death after officiating a youth match last December.
# the-netherlands - Saturday 25 May, 2013
Ukraine gay rights activists hold first ever march
Around one hundred gay rights activists marched in Ukraine today despite fears of violence and a court ban – marking the first gay pride event in the ex-Soviet country.
# the-netherlands - Thursday 25 April, 2013
Happy birthday Johan Cruyff, here are your best goals
The former Ajax and Barcelona star turns 66 today.