Netherlands

Country in north-western Europe

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The Netherlands, informally Holland, is a country located in northwestern Europe with overseas territories in the Caribbean. It is the largest of four constituent countries of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Netherlands consists of twelve provinces; it borders Germany to the east, and Belgium to the south, with a North Sea coastline to the north and west. It also has a border with France on the split island of Saint Martin in the Caribbean. It shares maritime borders with the United Kingdom, Germany and Belgium. The official language is Dutch, with West Frisian as a secondary official language in the province of Friesland. Dutch, English and Papiamento are official in the Caribbean territories.

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Could Europe's coastal wetlands address our climate change concerns? From Ireland's salt marshes to the Netherlands' peatlands and Italy's underwater seagrass; Ocean investigates whether Europe's coasts could hold the answer to our carbon questions. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 08:00Published 3 days ago

Ancient Crimean treasures return to Ukraine following a near decade-long ownership dispute The artifacts were on loan to a Dutch museum in 2014 when Russia invaded Crimea, leading to a tug-of-war ownership dispute in which Ukraine fought to keep them. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published 3 days ago

Dutch coalition talks in chaos as Wilders 'scout' quits Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 02:06Published 3 days ago

Geert Wilders, Dutch PM probable, makes controversial statement in new viral video \| Oneindia News The leader of the Freedom Party (PVV) in the Netherlands Geert Wilders has made some controversial statements. In an unverified video that has surfaced recently, Wilders is heard urging Muslims who.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:18Published 3 days ago

Netherlands' longtime ruling party says it won't form coalition government with far-right Geert Wilders' Party for Freedom (PVV) won 37 seats in the 150-seat lower house on Thursday. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:02Published 1 week ago

Far-right firebrand bewilders Dutch electorate as extremist ideas in Netherlands go mainstream Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 03:53Published 1 week ago

Hard-right victory in the Netherlands could become a headache for Brussels The outcome of the Dutch elections could prove to be difficult for the European Union in the long run, after the Eurosceptic, anti-Islam populist Party for Freedom (PVV) won the election with 37 seats. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:46Published 1 week ago

Netherlands general election: Anti-Islam populist Wilders seeks coalition partners after shock win Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 04:50Published 1 week ago

Dutch election winner Geert Wilders: An anti-Islam firebrand known as the Dutch Donald Trump Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:56Published 1 week ago

Dutch election: anti-Islam, far-right Geert Wilders set for big win The far-right populist is heading for a huge election victory in one of the biggest political upsets in the Netherlands since World War II. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:35Published 1 week ago

Netherlands Parliamentary Election: Far-right Geert Wilders sweeps Dutch polls \| Oneindia News In a stunning political upset, Geert Wilders, the far-right, anti-Islam populist, has secured a massive parliamentary election victory in the Netherlands. This triumph is reported as one of the most.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:32Published 1 week ago

Netherlands general election: Tight race as Dutch vote for first new PM in 13 years Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:32Published 1 week ago

Housing crisis biggest concern for voters at Dutch election As voters head to the polls in the Netherlands on Wednesday, housing, in particular a lack of affordable homes, has become the key issue for a majority of voters. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:00Published 1 week ago

New party led by veteran MP dominates Netherlands elections New Social Contract (NSC) leader Pieter Omtzigt is offering Dutch voters an alternative at the polls. The veteran politician launched his party in August. He told Euronews reporter, Fernande van Tets,.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:58Published 2 weeks ago

Greta Thunberg Silenced After She Attempted to Politicize the Event in Netherlands\| Oneindia News Climate activist Greta Thunberg faced interruption during a Dutch climate protest after inviting Palestinian and Afghan women to speak. Despite heckling, Thunberg emphasized global solidarity for.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:29Published 3 weeks ago

The Netherlands' Amersfoort named European City of the Year Amersfoort was assessed, among other things, on its urban development qualities, but also on sustainability and how the city is managed. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published 3 weeks ago

Chit-Chat with Anil Teja, Indian-Origin Cricketer playing for Netherlands in CWC 2023 \|Oneindia News Anil Teja Nidamanaru, representing the Netherlands Cricket Team, gained attention with his remarkable ODI debut, two centuries, and a high score in successful run chases. In an exclusive interview,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 06:23Published 3 weeks ago

Varanasi Street Dog is set to Travel to the Netherlands with a Visa and passport \| Oneindia News Prepare to be touched by the heartwarming tale of Jaya, a street dog from Varanasi, whose life is about to take an extraordinary turn. Join us as we share the remarkable journey of Jaya, who is all set.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:36Published on October 27, 2023

Glenn Maxwell's Explosive Century Redefines ODI World Cup Records\| Oneindia News In a stunning cricket spectacle, Australia's Glenn Maxwell blazed through records, smashing the fastest-ever ODI World Cup century in just 40 balls against Netherlands in New Delhi. This historic feat,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 01:47Published on October 25, 2023

10 Most Famous Paintings in the World 10 Most Famous, Paintings in the World. Museums across the world are home to some of the most well-known paintings of all time. . In honor of International Artist's Day, here are the 10 most.. Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:07Published on October 25, 2023

Dutch students test-drive the world’s first off-road solar vehicle in Morocco The two-seater, road-legal ‘Stella Terra’ model is powered via solar roof panels and has a 630 km range on a sunny day. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:03Published on October 20, 2023

People smuggling kingpin jailed for 11 years Hewa Rahimpur has been sentenced by a Belgian court for being involved in a "systematic human smuggling" gang. The 30-year-old was originally detained on 4th May 2022 as part of a joint investigation.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:41Published on October 18, 2023

India-Pakistan Match: Fan’s excitement touches sky ahead of India-Pak World Cup clash\| Oneindia News Anticipation has reached a feverish pitch among cricket fans as the countdown has begun for the much-awaited India Vs Pakistan match of the World Cup. Fans outside the Narendra Modi stadium were seen.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 05:20Published on October 14, 2023

Canada and the Netherlands take Syria to top UN court on repeated torture charges The war in Syria has so far killed half a million people, wounded hundreds of thousands and destroyed many parts of the country. It has displaced half of Syria’s prewar population of 23 million,.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:01Published on October 11, 2023

Inside Austria’s new night trains are connecting Vienna with Germany, Italy and the Netherlands ‘Every kilometre on the train is a kilometre for climate protection’: Take a look inside Austria’s new night trains. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:51Published on October 6, 2023

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Beaming Wilders has sent shockwaves across the Netherlands - but rivals will try to squeeze him from power The new era began in a meeting room that was too small to cope with the crowd. Sky News - Published 1 week ago
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Euro 2024 qualifier: Netherlands v Republic of Ireland Live text commentary of the Euro 2024 group B qualifier between Netherlands and the Republic of Ireland at the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago	El Ghazi takes legal action over Mainz dismissal Dutch winger Anwar El Ghazi is taking legal action against Bundesliga club Mainz for wrongful dismissal. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago
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'Moment of genius!' De Leede runs out Mahedi Hasan Watch as Netherlands' Bas de Leede dismisses Bangladesh's Mahedi Hassan with a "moment of genius" during the World Cup at Eden Gardens. BBC Sport - Published on October 28, 2023	Hemp goal gives England win over Belgium Watch highlights as Lauren Hemp scores to give England a 1-0 win over Belgium and move them to the top of their Nation's League group alongside the Netherlands. BBC Sport - Published on October 28, 2023
Midfield migraine leaves Scotland in a muddle Following a sobering loss in the Netherlands, Scotland head coach Pedro Martinez Losa has midfield issues to address before a return match at Hampden next week. BBC Sport - Published on October 28, 2023	Dutch thump Scots to go top of Nations League group Classy Netherlands ease to the top of Nations League Group E with a commanding win that leaves injury-weakened Scotland rooted to the bottom. BBC Sport - Published on October 27, 2023
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Netherlands

Country in north-western Europe

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