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‘Amsterdam Rules’: Pre-trip quiz aims to deter unwanted tourism

‘Amsterdam Rules’: Pre-trip quiz aims to deter unwanted tourism

Amsterdam is softening its ‘stay away’ messaging – but it still wants to deter rowdy visitors. ADVERTISEMENT Amsterdam has desperately been trying to shake off its ‘party capital’ image – with limited success. After its 2023 campaign urging drunken British tourists to ‘stay away’ failed, the city is trialling a softer approach. Hoping to attract...

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Japan’s GPIF and Netherlands’ APG join forces to invest in infrastructure

Japan’s GPIF and Netherlands’ APG join forces to invest in infrastructure

Japan’s ¥225trn (€1.37trn) Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF) and Dutch pensions asset manager APG have teamed up to invest in infrastructure. The pension fund investors said they have launched the joint investment programme to “gain access to attractive investment opportunities, with a focus on infrastructure in developed markets worldwide”, without disclosing any financial information. The partnership...

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Dutch woman (28) to die by euthanasia due to crippling depression

Dutch woman (28) to die by euthanasia due to crippling depression

Despite being in love with her 40-year-old boyfriend and living with two cats, she is scheduled to be euthanised in May Zoraya ter Beek, who is described as physically healthy, decided to legally end her life due to struggles with depression, autism and borderline personality disorder. Ter Beek, who once aspired to be a psychiatrist,...

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Climate activist Greta Thunberg detained twice during demonstration in the Netherlands

Climate activist Greta Thunberg detained twice during demonstration in the Netherlands

Climate activist Greta Thunberg was detained twice by the police during a demonstration in the Netherlands after she protested against fossil fuel subsidies by blocking a major road with a group of marchers on Saturday, Al Jazeera reported.Over 400 people were detained on Saturday, according to the police, including 12 for incitement. Activists said Thunberg...

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Climate activist Greta Thunberg arrested at Netherlands protest – UPI.com

Climate activist Greta Thunberg arrested at Netherlands protest – UPI.com

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg (C) is detained by police officers during a climate demonstration blocking the A12 highway in the Hague, the Netherlands, on Saturday. Thunberg joined the 37th highway blockade called by the Extinction Rebellion as new international actions against fossil subsidies were announced during the action. Photo by Ramon Van Flymen/EPA-EFE April...

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Greta Thunberg detained by police in the Netherlands

Greta Thunberg detained by police in the Netherlands

Climate activist Greta Thunberg has been detained by police in the Netherlands. The 21-year-old was among dozens of people held after protesters partially blocked a road in The Hague. After she was released, Ms Thunberg quickly rejoined a small group of demonstrators who were blocking a different road leading to a railway station. Image: Greta...

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Dutch woman, 28, to be euthanized over mental illness after psychiatrist said it will ‘never’ get any better

Dutch woman, 28, to be euthanized over mental illness after psychiatrist said it will ‘never’ get any better

This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). A 28-year-old Dutch woman is slated to be euthanized next month because of her struggles with mental illness after her psychiatrist said her condition will never improve. Zoraya...

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Irina Shayk Gets Together with Luigi & Iango (Once Again), This Time for the April 2024 Cover of Vogue Netherlands

Irina Shayk Gets Together with Luigi & Iango (Once Again), This Time for the April 2024 Cover of Vogue Netherlands

We’ve started to loose count of how many times Irina Shayk has graced the cover of Vogue. Subsequent to the Russian beauty’s very first in 2013 for Vogue Spain, the industry fave has covered editions of Vogue from around the world including the likes of Vogue Turkey, Vogue Mexico, Vogue Japan, Vogue Arabia, Vogue Germany...

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Dutch Woman Opts for Euthanasia Due To Unmanageable Depression; All About This Lawful Means To End Life

Dutch Woman Opts for Euthanasia Due To Unmanageable Depression; All About This Lawful Means To End Life

Ter Beek said she opted for euthanasia after her doctors told her nothing more could be done to improve her condition(Pic: Instagram) Trigger warning: Some readers may find this story disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised. A 28-year-old Dutch woman has decided to legally end her life due to unmanageable struggles with crippling depression and autism....

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Pakistan discusses technology transfer with Netherlands | The Express Tribune

Pakistan discusses technology transfer with Netherlands | The Express Tribune

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the Netherlands on Wednesday agreed on the significance of enhancing bilateral relations and exploring new opportunities for partnership in areas of mutual interest. According to news statement issued by finance ministry, Ambassador Henny de Vries called on Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb to discuss matters of mutual interest and strengthen...