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Virgil van Dijk offers hint over international future ahead of talks with new Netherlands boss Xavi

Van Dijk is four short of a century of caps for his country

The Independent UK · Aug 31

Mads Würtz Schmidt goes solo to defend men's European gravel title as Femke Markus sweeps up women's jersey in Houffalize sprint

The Traka and Unbound winner holds off pursuit of Wout Alleman, Markus gambles on three-way battle

Cycling News · Aug 31

A Dutch institute issues a 'Red Alert' over potentially lethal Trump-shaped ecstasy pills

A respected drug and mental health institute in the Netherlands is warning about potentially lethal ecstasy pills shaped like U.S. President Donald Trump's head

The Independent UK · Aug 28

In 1968, the Netherlands reclaimed land from the sea for factories; when the development was abandoned, birds colonised it and the accidental wetland became a 56-square-kilometre nature reserve

Initially drained by Dutch engineers for industrial development, the land remained untouched as factories never materialized. What was once barren ground transformed into the Oostvaardersplassen wetland, which captured the attention of ecologists and migratory birds alike. In 1983, its value was recognized, leading to its status as a nature reserve.…

The Times of India · Aug 26

Europe recycles just 12% of the materials it uses. Here’s how training can accelerate the transition to a circular economy

Since January 2024, ten organisations in four European countries have been working on the following question: If Europe is serious about circular economy, who is actually going to teach people how to run one? Become, short for Boosting Circular Economy Expertise through learning communities, is a project that was designed…

The Conversation · Aug 26

"There Is a Quiet Richness Beneath the Restraint" — Why Dutch Design Is Having Its Moment (and the Studios to Follow Now)

There's a change afoot in the Dutch interior design world, as a new group of creatives redefines how a home can (and should) look

Livingetc · Aug 26

Europe’s gas prices are surging. Who will be the first to pay more?

Europe could face its toughest winter gas season since 2022 as wholesale prices trade near their highest level in more than three years. Household bills could rise quickly in the Netherlands while taking nearly a year to fully adjust in Germany and Austria.

Euronews · Aug 26

Xavi hopes time at the ‘university of football’ will end with Dutch success

Barcelona legend wants to emulate Johan Cruyff’s total football philosophy after taking over as the Netherlands head coach

The Guardian - UK · Aug 25

George Russell: “Specialist” Lando Norris always strong at tracks like Zandvoort

Russell feels circuits with long corners and high tyre degradation play to the strengths of Norris, so he wasn’t surprised to see the McLaren F1 driver win in both Hungary and the Netherlands

Motorsport · Aug 25

Eurovision 2027 in Chaos as Dutch Broadcaster Boycotts Contest Over War Row: 'It Is No Longer Neutral'

AVROTROS has quit Eurovision 2027 over neutrality concerns, but the Netherlands could still compete through a replacement broadcaster.

International Business Times UK · Aug 24