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Urgent: Tram derails in Milan, 1 killed, dozens injured: local media
ROME, Feb. 27 (Xinhua) -- A tram derailed and plowed into a building in Milan on Friday, leaving at least one person dead and 40 others injured, according to local media reports. Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates! What is the issue about? Spelling and grammatical error Factually incorrect Story is irrelevant This field is mandatory. Email (optional) Invalid captcha response. Please re-try again. Thank you for your report!
World Insights: Greenland standoff further exposes dilemmas of Europe's strategic autonomy
ROME, Jan. 15 (Xinhua) -- Denmark and the U.S. have a "fundamental disagreement" over the future of Greenland, said Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen on Wednesday after talks with United States Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. On the same day, U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated that the U.S. needs Greenland, while several European countries announced that they would send military personnel to the island for training missions.
New Dutch farm detects bird flu in outbreak wave
THE HAGUE, Nov. 14 (Xinhua) -- Bird flu has been detected at a small-scale poultry farm in Assendelft, a village in the province of North Holland, the Dutch government said on Friday, the latest in a series of outbreaks affecting the country in recent weeks. According to an official news release, about 220 birds at the location will be culled by the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) to prevent the virus from spreading.
The Hague exhibition links Titanic fashion to modern times
THE HAGUE, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- An exhibition featuring original costumes from the 1997 film Titanic opened at the Kunstmuseum Den Haag on Saturday, linking the social tensions of 1912, the year the Titanic sank, with contemporary issues such as war and migration. Titled "Titanic & Fashion: The Last Dance," the exhibition will run until Jan. 25, 2026.
KLM seeks court order to halt ground staff strike, citing safety risks
THE HAGUE, Sept. 25 (Xinhua) -- Dutch airline KLM has asked a court to block an eight-hour strike by ground staff planned for next week, citing safety and operational risks, the company said on Thursday. Trade unions FNV and CNV are calling for a walkout next Wednesday to press for higher wages for staff handling check-in, baggage and aircraft guidance.
Dutch court issues first sentences over The Hague riots
THE HAGUE, Sept. 23 (Xinhua) -- A Dutch court on Tuesday handed down the first sentences linked to violent riots in The Hague over the weekend, when a protest against asylum policy erupted into clashes with police. A 20-year-old man from The Hague received a six-week prison term, half of it suspended, for throwing sticks and stones at officers. The judge described his case as the most serious and noted that police officers had been deeply affected. The defendant expressed remorse in court.
KLM cancels 119 flights as ground staff strike continues
THE HAGUE, Sept. 22 (Xinhua) -- Dutch airline KLM said on Monday that it will cancel 119 flights and reschedule dozens more on Wednesday as ground crew stage their third strike this month in a pay dispute. Unions FNV and CNV have called on baggage handlers, check-in staff and other ground service teams to stop work for several hours at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport. The airline said most of the affected flights are short-haul services within Europe.
Amsterdam welcomes back sail festival after 10-year hiatus Original
This year's fleet included ships of all sizes, from ultramodern to classic, and from around the world. Organizers expect more than 800 ships and some 2 million visitors during the five-day festival, which runs until Aug. 24. AMSTERDAM, Aug. 20 (Xinhua) -- Sail Amsterdam, the Netherlands' major maritime festival first held 50 years ago, kicked off its 10th edition on Wednesday after a decade-long break.
Dutch club Vitesse loses pro license
THE HAGUE, Aug. 8 (Xinhua) -- Arnhem-based soccer club Vitesse has lost its license to play professional football in the Netherlands, after a judge in Utrecht on Friday followed an earlier verdict by the Dutch football association KNVB. The judge ruled that the licensing committee of the KNVB correctly followed the rules and that last week's decision to revoke the license was made reasonably.
Science, culture bring Netherlands, China closer, says Dutch academic Original
Meijerink said collaboration, particularly in areas like green technology, is a shared priority. "Green technology is something where China and the Netherlands can really cooperate, because everybody is in favor of that," he said. UTRECHT, the Netherlands, Aug.
Dutch economic growth slows for 5th consecutive quarter
THE HAGUE, July 30 (Xinhua) -- The Dutch economy continued to grow in the second quarter of 2025, but at a slower pace for the fifth straight quarter, according to data released Wednesday by Statistics Netherlands (CBS). Gross domestic product (GDP) in the Netherlands increased by just 0.1 percent compared to the first quarter of 2025, when growth stood at 0.3 percent.
Dutch finance minister proposes cuts to aid, asylum spending
THE HAGUE, July 11 (Xinhua) -- Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen on Friday proposed cuts to development cooperation and asylum-related spending in order to meet the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)'s new defense spending target. Speaking on the Dutch broadcaster BNR Radio, Heinen said the Netherlands must gradually restructure its budget priorities to align with NATO's new requirement, which was agreed upon at the NATO summit held in The Hague in June.
CPB revises down Dutch economic growth forecast amid global uncertainty
THE HAGUE, July 10 (Xinhua) -- The Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis (CPB) on Thursday slightly revised down its economic growth forecasts for the coming years, citing mounting global uncertainty and the effects of U.S. trade policies. In its latest report, the CPB projects that the Dutch economy will grow by 1.7 percent in 2025 and 1.3 percent in 2026.
Roundup: Heatwaves, drought grip Europe, fueling calls for global action
BUCHAREST, July 2 (Xinhua) -- Extreme heat and worsening drought conditions are gripping large parts of Europe, fueling wildfires and prompting urgent weather alerts across multiple countries. Scientists and international agencies warn that this crisis is part of a broader "new era of drought," driven by climate change and posing escalating threats to food security, ecosystems, and national economies.
Opinion: NATO summit's viral "Daddy" joke exposes Europe's sidelined agenda Original
Media outlets noted that the fawning "Daddy" joke ended up stealing the spotlight, underscoring a sobering reality: The summit reflected NATO's shift toward U.S.-centric theatrics, with Europe's core concerns largely pushed aside. THE HAGUE, June 27 (Xinhua) -- The two-day NATO summit that concluded Wednesday in the Netherlands will be remembered less for its policy outcomes than for a flippant moment that dominated headlines: the now-infamous "Daddy" joke.
Dutch investors pull back from U.S. stocks amid U.S. policy concerns: Rabobank
THE HAGUE, June 26 (Xinhua) -- More than a quarter of Dutch investors have reduced their holdings in U.S. shares over the past six months due to unpredictable and unreliable U.S. policies, according to new research released by Rabobank on Thursday. The study revealed that 26 percent of respondents had either personally reduced their U.S. stock investments or had done so jointly with a partner. Additionally, nearly 60 percent said they were unwilling to allocate more capital to U.S. equities.
"We want housing, not tanks": thousands protest NATO expansion in The Hague Original
Crowds of protesters took to the streets in The Hague on the eve of the NATO summit. THE HAGUE, June 23 (Xinhua) -- Thousands of anti-war protestors have expressed their anger at the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) military expansion and increasing defense spending ahead of the alliance's upcoming summit in The Hague, Netherlands.
IDF chief hails China's dairy innovation, calls for deeper China-Europe collaboration Original
Looking ahead, Rycken sees vast potential for expanded cooperation between the IDF and China, particularly in three key areas: green and sustainable dairy development, nutrition and health, and talent development.
New Dutch rail strike to disrupt travel across major provinces
THE HAGUE, June 16 (Xinhua) -- A new strike will halt all train services in the eastern and northwestern regions of the Netherlands on Tuesday, the national railway operator Dutch Railways (NS) announced on Monday. Starting at 4 a.m. local time, train operations will be suspended across the provinces of North Holland, Flevoland, Gelderland, and large parts of Overijssel.
Rotterdam Port aims for sustainability, eyes closer China ties Original
Stelzel expressed strong interest in strengthening ties with China's logistics and energy sectors. THE HAGUE, June 13 (Xinhua) -- Hanna Stelzel, director of containers at the Port of Rotterdam Authority, the Netherlands, has reaffirmed the port's ambition to become the world's most sustainable port by 2050 and highlighted the importance of strengthening cooperation with China in green shipping and energy transition initiatives.
Rail strike to halt train services in Netherlands on Friday
THE HAGUE, June 12 (Xinhua) -- Train services across much of the Netherlands will come to a halt on Friday as railway unions escalate their campaign for better pay and conditions, Dutch Railways (NS) announced Thursday. This is the third strike within a week. No trains will operate in the provinces of Groningen, Friesland, Drenthe, Overijssel, among others, with NS employees in those regions walking off the job from 4 a.m. local time (0200 GMT).
Dutch rail strike to halt train services nationwide on Tuesday
THE HAGUE, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Train services across the Netherlands will come to a halt on Tuesday as a strike by railway unions expands to cover much of the country, Dutch Railways (NS) announced on Sunday. "Due to a strike organized by the trade unions in large parts of North Holland, South Holland, Zeeland, and West Brabant, no NS trains will run nationwide on Tuesday, June 10," NS said in a statement posted on its website.
Dutch gov't collapses, caretaker cabinet stays until new elections Original
Schoof will remain in office as caretaker prime minister until new elections are held. THE HAGUE, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof announced the resignation of his government on Tuesday, saying that he will formally submit his resignation to the King. The decision came after the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV) announced its withdrawal from the ruling coalition.
22 arrested after violence mars Dutch football championship celebrations
THE HAGUE, May 19 (Xinhua) -- Riots broke out in the Dutch city of Eindhoven on Sunday night following the final match of the Eredivisie, the Dutch professional football championship, leaving 14 police officers injured and resulting in 22 arrests, local police said Monday. The evening began with celebrations after PSV Eindhoven clinched the Eredivisie title. However, the festivities turned violent when clashes erupted between fans and police near the stadium.
Dutch national library appeals to public over theft of rare books
THE HAGUE, May 9 (Xinhua) -- The National Library of the Netherlands (KB) in The Hague is appealing to the public for help in locating six rare books by Russian poet Alexander Pushkin that were stolen from its collection in 2023, the KB announced on Friday. The books were stolen in the spring of 2023, but the KB withheld the news while an investigation was ongoing.
Tesla sales slump in the Netherlands amid global trade tensions
THE HAGUE, May 2 (Xinhua) -- Tesla has experienced a sharp decline in sales in the Netherlands, with just 382 vehicles sold in April, down nearly 75 percent from the 1,457 cars registered during the same month last year, according to figures jointly released by Dutch auto industry groups BOVAG, RAI Association, and RDC.
Roundup: Europeans praise memorable China visits as May holiday travel booms
BRUSSELS, May 1 (Xinhua) -- For Dutch traveler Sebastian Behringer, China opened up with a click -- no visa lines, no paperwork, just a last-minute decision and a flight. What he found was a country where ancient temples meet cashless cafes, and tradition walks hand in hand with tech.
Power outage in Dutch city leaves over 20,000 households in dark
THE HAGUE, April 30 (Xinhua) -- A major power outage struck the eastern Dutch city of Enschede on Wednesday, leaving more than 20,000 households without electricity for about two hours, local authorities said. According to Dutch grid operator Enexis, the blackout was caused by a short circuit during maintenance work at a distribution station. The outage began around 11 a.m. local time and affected homes and businesses across the city of approximately 160,000 residents.
Dutch industry faces challenges amid soaring energy costs, worsening investment climate: report
THE HAGUE, April 23 (Xinhua) -- The Netherlands' industrial sector faces growing challenges as a worsening investment climate and rising energy costs push companies to relocate abroad, announce closures, or implement layoffs, according to a new study by the Dutch Organization for Applied Scientific Research (TNO), published on Wednesday.
Dutch company ASML struggles with uncertainty on U.S. tariffs
THE HAGUE, April 16 (Xinhua) -- Dutch chip-making equipment manufacturer ASML issued a warning on Wednesday regarding the growing uncertainty linked to new U.S. tariffs, as it released lower financial results for the first quarter (Q1) of 2025. "The whole dynamic is still very new," ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet said in a video message on the company's website. "One thing I like to say, which is shared by many experts, is that this dynamic is creating a new uncertainty.
2nd LD Writethru: Five injured in Amsterdam stabbing
THE HAGUE, March 27 (Xinhua) -- Five people were injured on Thursday in a stabbing incident near Dam Square in central Amsterdam, according to city police. The incident occurred on Sint Nicolaasstraat, a street close to the popular tourist area. Police have cordoned off part of the square and arrested a suspect. "The motive is currently still unclear, but it is part of our investigation," police said on social media platform X.
Major power outage reported in The Hague
THE HAGUE, March 18 (Xinhua) -- A major power outage disrupted service for over 45,000 customers in The Hague on Tuesday afternoon, according to Dutch grid operator Stedin. "Large power outage in the center of The Hague -- 45,201 customers were left without power. Our technicians are on their way to determine the cause and resolve the outage as quickly as possible," Stedin said on social media platform X.
3 arrested in connection with destructive fire in Arnhem, Netherlands
THE HAGUE, March 9 (Xinhua) -- Three suspects have been arrested in connection with a major fire that devastated part of the city center in Arnhem, in the east of The Netherlands, last Thursday, police announced on Sunday. The suspects include two men, aged 30 and 57, from Arnhem, and a 41-year-old man whose place of residence remains unknown. They are suspected of arson. Police identified the suspects through camera footage and tips.
Trump's remarks on Gaza draw wide criticism in Europe Original
U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks on Tuesday regarding the Gaza Strip have drawn wide criticism in Europe. BRUSSELS, Feb. 5 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks on Tuesday regarding the Gaza Strip have drawn wide criticism in Europe, with European officials and experts underscoring the importance of the two-state solution. Trump said on Tuesday that the United States will take ownership of the Gaza Strip and redevelop it after Palestinians are relocated elsewhere.
Flu epidemic declared in the Netherlands as cases surge
THE HAGUE, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- The number of flu cases in the Netherlands has been rising rapidly, prompting the Netherlands Institute for Health Services (Nivel) to officially declare the start of a flu epidemic on Wednesday. A flu epidemic is officially recognized when at least 53 out of 100,000 people report flu symptoms to their doctor for two consecutive weeks. Last week, 76 out of 100,000 people in the Netherlands reported flu symptoms, up from 58 the week before.
Dozens of flights canceled in the Netherlands amid dense fog
THE HAGUE, Jan. 18 (Xinhua) -- For the fourth consecutive day, dozens of flights were cancelled at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Saturday as dense fog continued to disrupt travel across the Netherlands. About 50 flights scheduled to for Saturday were canceled, adding to a week of significant disruptions. Similar conditions on Thursday and Friday caused dozens of canceled flights while Wednesday saw over 100 cancellations due to the persistent fog.
Over 700 demonstrators arrested in The Hague
THE HAGUE, Jan. 11 (Xinhua) -- Over 700 climate activists were arrested on Saturday during a demonstration on a motorway near The Hague as they blocked the road and refused to leave, Dutch police reported. Among those detained, 12 individuals faced charges for criminal offenses such as sedition and assault and were taken to police stations. The remaining protesters were transported out of the city by bus and released later in the day.
Roundup: Ukraine's halt of Russian gas transit tightens EU supplies, fuels U.S. LNG boom
VALLETTA, Jan. 10 (Xinhua) -- Since the halt of Russian gas transit through Ukraine on Jan. 1, Europe has been grappling with tight gas supplies and soaring prices. This situation threatens the energy security of several European countries, and significantly undermines the competitiveness of the European Union (EU) due to rising energy costs. Meanwhile, the United States stands to benefit from the increased export of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Europe.
Dutch Holiday Fair highlights China as top travel destination
UTRECHT, the Netherlands, Jan. 9 (Xinhua) -- The 2025 Dutch Holiday Fair (Vakantiebeurs) opened to the public on Thursday in Utrecht, showcasing an array of global travel opportunities and experiences. Among the many destinations featured, China stands out as a key attraction, thanks to its expanded visa-free policy that offers Dutch nationals a streamlined pathway to explore its rich culture and landscapes.
Dutch gov't to limit flights at Schiphol Airport to reduce noise pollution
THE HAGUE, Dec. 6 (Xinhua) -- The Dutch government announced on Friday a plan to reduce the number of flights at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport, one of the world's busiest international hubs, in an effort to combat noise pollution affecting nearby communities. Starting next year, the airport will be limited to 478,000 take-offs and landings annually -- a 4.4-percent decrease from the current cap of 500,000.
European countries welcome Israel-Lebanon ceasefire deal Original
European countries have welcomed the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire deal, calling for regional de-escalation. OSLO, Nov. 27 (Xinhua) -- Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on Wednesday welcomed the ceasefire deal agreed between Israel and Lebanon this week, and called for negotiations to be launched on a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Dutch gov't imposes national poultry confinement to curb bird flu
THE HAGUE, Nov. 20 (Xinhua) -- The Dutch government has enforced a nationwide confinement and shielding obligation for poultry, following a spike in bird flu cases, the country's Agriculture Minister Femke Wiersma announced on Wednesday. The measure was unveiled after a risk assessment by an expert group on animal diseases classified the likelihood of further outbreaks in the Netherlands as moderate to high, Wiersma said.
Roundup: Amsterdam mayor orders tightened security following overnight unrests
THE HAGUE, Nov. 8 (Xinhua) -- Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema announced on Friday a series of heightened security measures in the Dutch capital for Friday and the weekend, following violent incidents on Thursday night. At a press conference, Halsema condemned the attacks across the city, describing the night as "dark" and expressing shame over the incidents. "We are proud to be a peaceful and tolerant city. That this happened in Amsterdam, with our history, is intolerable and indigestible.
Interview: Bringing the story of China's only empress to Europe: Dutch museum director
LEEUWARDEN, Netherlands, Oct. 27 (Xinhua) - The exhibition "Wu Zetian: the Only Female Emperor of China" debuted Friday night at the Princessehof National Museum of Ceramics in Leeuwarden, a city in northern Netherlands. Kris Callens, General Director of the museum, underscored Wu Zetian's extraordinary life story. "She is truly unique in world history, and we want the European public to know her," he said, expressing admiration for "all the wonderful ceramics" featured in the exhibition.
Dutch gov't avoids crisis after dropping proposal for asylum emergency law Original
While no one explicitly threatened a government crisis, "we did make it clear to each other that failure to resolve this issue could easily lead to the fall of the government," Schoof said. THE HAGUE, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) -- After weeks of intense debate, the Dutch government has reached a consensus on a revised asylum policy, agreeing to withdraw a controversial proposal for an emergency asylum law and thereby averting a potential government crisis.
Netherlands seeks to strengthen agricultural ties with China: representatives
WASSENAAR, the Netherlands, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) -- The Netherlands is looking to deepen its agricultural partnership with China, building on a long history of collaboration in the sector, according to Dutch representatives at a Sino-Dutch seminar on agricultural cooperation held here on Wednesday.
ASML loses title as Europe's most valued tech firm after sharp decline in stock price
THE HAGUE, Oct. 16 (Xinhua) -- Dutch semiconductor equipment manufacturer ASML saw a steep drop in its stock price for a second consecutive day on Wednesday, following a sharp fall on Tuesday. The slide came after the company released its third-quarter 2024 financial results a day early, revealing a sharp decrease in orders.
ASML shares plunge amid sharp decline in Q3 orders
THE HAGUE, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) -- Dutch semiconductor equipment manufacturer ASML saw its stock price drop sharply on Tuesday after reporting a significant decline in third-quarter (Q3) orders. The company disclosed that total orders for the third quarter amounted to approximately 2.6 billion euros (about 2.8 billion U.S. dollars), less than half of the 5.6 billion euros recorded in the previous quarter. ASML's stock closed at 668.1 euros, marking a decline of almost 124 euros, or about 15.6 percent.
Dutch gov't evacuates first group of citizens from Lebanon
THE HAGUE, Oct. 4 (Xinhua) -- The first evacuation flight from Lebanon organized by the Dutch government landed in the southeastern city of Eindhoven around 9 p.m. local time (1900 GMT) on Friday. Onboard the military Airbus A330 were 185 passengers in total, including over 100 Dutch nationals and citizens from Belgium, Finland, and Ireland. A second Dutch evacuation flight is scheduled to depart from Lebanon on Saturday, though it remains unclear if a third repatriation flight will follow.
Roundup: Europe endures hottest summer on record, devastating crops, lives
BRUSSELS, Sept. 6 (Xinhua) -- Europe experienced its hottest summer on record in 2024, as intense heatwaves and severe droughts crippled agriculture and led to an increase in heat-related deaths across the continent.
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