Tag: Netherlands
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Dutch Supreme Court overturns climate activists’ convictions
What happened The Dutch Supreme Court (Hoge Raad) has overturned the convictions of eight climate activists. The actions in question covered three episodes: a 2019 protest inside the Tweede Kamer (Dutch parliament), a 2020 demonstration in the hallway of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy, and protest actions at ING buildings in 2022.…
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Dutch Supreme Court Overturns Climate Activists’ Convictions
Case at a glance The Dutch Supreme Court (Hoge Raad) has overturned the convictions of eight climate activists who were previously found guilty by an appeals court of local trespass and disrupting a public meeting. The protests in question took place during three separate actions: a 2019 demonstration in the Tweede Kamer (Dutch parliament), a…
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Dutch Supreme Court Overturns Climate Activist Convictions
The Dutch Supreme Court Overturns Climate Activist Convictions The Dutch Supreme Court has scrapped the convictions of eight climate activists who were prosecuted for trespass and disrupting a public meeting in a string of actions dating from 2019 to 2022. The ruling marks a significant clarification of how far criminal law may go in restricting…
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Woningbouwimpuls under scrutiny: Rekenkamer finds subsidy falls short
Overview: Rekenkamer flags a multi‑billion euro challenge The Rekenkamer, the Dutch Court of Audit, has scrutinized the Woningbouwimpuls, the centerpiece of the government’s effort to boost affordable housing. The watchdog concludes that, despite channeling more than €2 billion into housing projects, the program has not meaningfully sped up construction nor substantially reduced the national housing…
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How to Nail a Job Interview: Seven Top Tips from a Dutch Job Coach
There is definitely an art to the interview process, and good preparation is your strongest ally. A seasoned Dutch job coach notes that great interviews aren’t luck — they’re a careful blend of clarity, relevance, and confident delivery. Whether you’re interviewing for a corporate role in Amsterdam or a startup position in Eindhoven, these seven…
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How to Nail a Job Interview: NL Coach Reveals Seven Top Tips
Seven top tips to nail your job interview There is an art to the interview process, and a Netherlands-based job coach has distilled it into seven practical steps that can help you shine. Whether you’re applying in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, or beyond, these tips translate across industries and roles. Prepare with intention, and you’ll transform an…
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Police Release Photos of Missing Luna (24) from Amsterdam
Police release photos of missing Luna and appeal for public help The Dutch police are asking for the public’s help after Luna, a 24-year-old woman, went missing in Amsterdam. She left the AMC hospital in Amsterdam on Friday, 26 September, at about 11:00 local time. Authorities say she was later seen in the afternoon at…
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Dutch baseball seals 25th European title with 6-5 win over Italy in Rotterdam
Historic 25th European crown for the Netherlands The Dutch baseball team has claimed its 25th European championship, overcoming a stubborn Italy in a tense final held at the Neptunus stadium in Rotterdam. The contest, which lasted three hours, finished 6-5 in favor of the Netherlands, sealing a win that adds another storied chapter to their…
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Dutch Baseball Crowned European Champion Again for 25th Time
Netherlands crown European baseball champion again after a dramatic 6-5 final The Dutch national baseball team secured their 25th European Championship title in a nerve-wracking final at Neptunus stadium in Rotterdam, edging out longtime rival Italy by 6-5. In a match that highlighted the nations’ storied rivalry, the Oranje endured a late scare to celebrate…
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Netherlands Win 25th European Championship in Close 6-5 Victory Over Italy
Netherlands claim 25th European title in Rotterdam The Dutch honkbal team surged to a 6-5 victory over Italy in front of a home crowd at the Neptunus stadium in Rotterdam, sealing their 25th European Championship. It was a fixture long familiar to fans—the two nations met in a European Championship final for the 27th time…