
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024

‘Crocodile of Wall Street’ sentenced to 18 months for bitcoin laundering role
The stolen bitcoin, now valued in the billions, was linked to one of the largest cryptocurrency thefts in history, report says.
Tue Nov 19 2024

Blue notice issued against American couple over murder of Dutch model Ivana Smit
This was the second notice against the couple, as the first one was issued on Nov 18, 2020.
Mon Oct 14 2024

Dutch court victory a special gift for Sabah ahead of Malaysia Day
The judgment effectively nullifies the claims made by the self-proclaimed Sulu heirs.
Mon Sep 09 2024

Gov’t proposes mediation in lawsuit by mother of late Dutch model
The mediation would be conducted at the Mediation Centre from Sept 23 to 27.
Wed Aug 28 2024

Suit by mother of Dutch model against police, govt to begin on Oct 14
Christina Verstappen is suing the police, Home Minister and Malaysian government for negligence in investigating her daughter's death.
Mon Aug 05 2024

Former intelligence chief Dick Schoof proposed as Dutch PM
Dick Schoof said he had been asked by the four parties that will form the new government to lead it.
Wed May 29 2024

Flying Dutchman recognised as longest-surviving heart transplant patient
Bert Janssen was 17 when he underwent heart transplant surgery following a tragic car crash in which two young adults died.
Mon Mar 04 2024

Dutch parties tackle tricky coalition talks after Wilders' shock poll win
Dutch party leaders meet on Friday for the first time since anti-Islam populist Geert Wilders won Wednesday's elections to begin the difficult and lengthy process of building a coalition.
Fri Nov 24 2023

Dutch prosecutors warned school about Rotterdam suspect before alleged shootings
The suspect allegedly started fires at the university and the woman's home before he was arrested shortly after fleeing a building.
Fri Sep 29 2023

Van Gogh painting stolen from Dutch museum during pandemic is recovered
The painting, which dates from 1884, was stolen from the Museum Singer Laren, east of Amsterdam, where it was on loan for an exhibition.
Thu Sep 14 2023

Motor racing: Verstappen takes record-equalling ninth win in a row
It was Red Bull's 14th consecutive triumph and 13th of the season, with the Italian Grand Prix at Monza following next weekend.
Mon Aug 28 2023

Burned-out car carrier being towed to Dutch port
Most of the ship has now been inspected and there are no indications that there is still fire on board, Rijkswaterstaat said.
Thu Aug 03 2023

Burning car carrier off Dutch coast being towed away from shipping lanes
The burning car carrier is being towed to a new location away from shipping routes as part of a difficult operation to salvage the ship.
Mon Jul 31 2023

Carrier ablaze off Dutch coast carrying almost 500 electric cars
EV lithium-ion batteries burn twice the energy of normal fire, maritime officials and insurers say the industry has not kept up with risks.
Fri Jul 28 2023

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?
Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Russia says it wants united and 'friendly' Syria
Russia has two strategically important military bases in Syria, which it is hoping to retain in the wake of Assad's fall.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Musk says juggling DOGE and CEO jobs is difficult, as Tesla shares slump
Elon Musk says he is running his businesses "with great difficulty" while working with the Trump administration.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippine ex-leader Duterte long defiant on deadly drug war
Before becoming president, Rodrigo Duterte earned the nicknames "The Punisher" and "Duterte Harry" for his violent anti-drug crackdown.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Ismail Sabri probe: 36 witnesses finish giving statements to MACC, 23 others to be summoned
A MACC source said 23 other witnesses have also been identified and would be summoned to give their statements soon.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Westin Hotels marks World Sleep Day with wellness-focused offerings
With a growing demand for sleep tourism and wellness travel, Westin aims to solidify its position as a leader in holistic hospitality.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Govt wants local experts to help improve national cyber security - PM's press secretary
Tunku Nashrul Abaidah says the government has high confidence in local expertise to face cybersecurity challenges.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippines' ex-President Duterte arrested at ICC's request over 'drugs war', government says
Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his arrival at a Manila airport and the ex-leader is now in custody, the office of the president said.
Tue Mar 11 2025