Arsenal now have secret weapon to complete Xavi Simons transfer after announcement made

Arsenal may have a secret weapon in the race to sign Xavi Simons this summer thanks to Andrea Berta's latest transfer decision. The RB Leipzig star could be on the move this window despite joining the German side permanently in January. Simons has...

Third victim of tragic Southend Airport crash named as flight school pays tribute

Floris Rhee was reportedly one of two pilots flying the Beechcraft B200 Super King Air plane when it crashed off the end of the airport's runway on Sunday. All four of the plane's passengers were confirmed to have died in the crash, with nurse...

Rotterdam Port prepares for NATO shipments as Europe anticipates potential conflict with Russia

As NATO braces for the possibility of a large-scale war with Russia within the next five years, Europe’s largest port is transforming itself into a strategic military logistics hub. The Port of Rotterdam is reserving space for NATO ships and...

These 7 Sleeper Trains Are the Best Way to Travel Europe

When it comes to railway adventures, there are few things more exciting than falling asleep in one city and waking in the next, nudging up the blind to see what lies outside. Whether that reveals the golden haze of dawn or a moonlit night still...

Dutch court remits Thales award over corruption evidence

(Credit: Shutterstock/HJBC) A Dutch court has asked an ICC tribunal to reconsider its dismissal of claims by a Brazilian consultancy against French defence contractor Thales, after evidence purporting to show the claimant’s involvement in the...

Netherlands’ lawyer hails ECHR verdict on Russia as historic

In the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) judgment in the case Ukraine and the Netherlands v. Russia, the most important outcome for the victims is that Russia has been found guilty of grossly violating its obligations under the European...

Netherlands national anthem: what are the Dutch lyrics and English translation?

9 July 2025, 17:08 Andre Rieu plays violin at UEFA Champions League in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Picture: Getty Heard loud and proud at international sporting events, ‘Het Wilhelmus’ has the oldest music of any national anthem in the world. The...

Dutch gov't needs to invest in own expertise to tackle big problems, policy advisor says

The government needs to invest in improving its own expertise, according to the Netherlands Scientific Council for Government Policy (WRR). “The Netherlands can only tackle the major challenges in security, housing, and climate with a government...

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone & Co Put on Notice as Femke Bol Sends Quiet Message Ahead of London Diamond League

Just a week ago, Femke Bol was out in Monaco for the Diamond League, lining up for the women’s 400m hurdles. Sure, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone — the queen of the event — wasn’t there, but that didn’t stop Femke from going all in. As soon as the gun...

Cruise ship gastrointestinal outbreaks hit 18, matching all of 2024 in months

Over 130 passengers recently caught a gastrointestinal bug while sailing aboard Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas. The outbreak occurred during a weeklong cruise to Mexico from Los Angeles, California, and was the 18th incident recorded by...

Rotterdam port to become key hub in conflict with Russia

MOSCOW, July 9. /TASS/. The biggest in Europe port of Rotterdam will become the first and key element of the military Schengen transatlantic logistical chain in a potential standoff with Russia, military expert Alexander Stepanov believes. "The...

“Calm Before the Storm”- Preparations are underway for Day 0 of RAGBRAI LII

ORANGE CITY, Iowa (KTIV) - Cyclists are rolling into Orange City, the starting town for the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI). Residents and volunteers in Orange City have put in hard work and preparation for the ride....

Danny Kuttner’s “Friendzone” is a breezy Neo-Soul escape

Looking for a chic, cool neo-soul track that sounds like it belongs in the background of a hipster café? Meet Danny Kuttner, an alt-soul artist born in Amsterdam and raised in Israel. Her latest single, “Friendzone,” is so effortlessly chill and...

Dutch duo Viktor & Rolf's collection took humourous inspiration from 19th-century gowns

Netherlands increasing vigilance on solar inverter-related cybersecurity risks

The Dutch government said it remains vigilant on potential cybersecurity threats coming from solar inverters. It minimized, however, the risk of hidden hardware components in inverters and said these devices would be “easily detectable” by the...

Dutch listed companies reevaluating diversity policy over U.S. stance

Several publicly listed Dutch companies are evaluating their diversity policies. These companies are also active in the United States, where new regulations have been in effect since this year, reported Eumedion, which represents the interests of...

Dutch Bros Is Releasing 3 New Drinks for a Limited Time and Fans Are ‘Obsessed’

Dutch Bros is more than your average coffee drive-thru. Aside from your standard iced and frozen coffees, the Oregon-based company offers a range of eclectic drinks, from energy drinks (also known as Rebels) to decadent milkshakes and fruity...

As they grow up I keep wondering, are my kids going to be alright?

This summer, my four children and I are spending July in Spain. Of course, I was looking forward to a long vacation where we could live life at a slower pace. But I had other reasons for choosing to spend a month abroad. My four children have...

Is the international community finally speaking up about Israel?

International public opinion continues to turn against Israel for its war on Gaza, with more governments slowly beginning to reflect those voices and increase their own condemnation of the country. In the last few weeks, Israeli government...

Our cruise editor’s pick of the best rivers for your next voyage

River cruising is one of the loveliest ways to explore a country. Sailing an inland waterway provides an ever-changing backdrop to life on board as the ship passes villages, mountains, castles or vineyards, cruising through capital cities or even...