Netherlands country profile
Provides an overview of the Netherlands, including key dates and facts about this European country.
2023-06-19 17:17
London Home Asking Prices Slide as Surging Rates Stretch Buyers
Homesellers in London cut prices more than any UK region in June as surging borrowing costs stretched affordability
2023-06-19 16:46
UK Mortgage Rate Hits 6% for First Time This Year in Fresh Pain
The squeeze on finances for thousands of British homeowners is set to intensify after a key rate on
2023-06-19 16:27
Ukraine-Russia war – live: Drone footage shows car filled with explosives on Kakhovka dam
Drone footage has emerged allegedly showing a car filled with explosives on the Kakhovka dam when it collapsed earlier in the month. Two Ukrainian military officials told the Associated Press that Russian troops were in the same area inside the dam where Ukraine claims that the explosion took place. The Russian Defence Ministry did not respond to a request for comment. The Russia-controlled Kakhovka dam collapsed earlier this month, causing flooding that has killed at least 52 people. Ukraine has blamed Russia for the collapse of the dam, with the Ukrainian military claiming it was Russia’s attempt to prevent Ukrainian troops from crossing the Dnipro to attack the occupying forces. Meanwhile, Russia has blamed Kyiv for sabotaging the dam by cutting off water supplies to Crimea and to distract attention from its alleged faltering counteroffensive. Read More Putin shows off what he claims is ‘draft peace agreement’ with Ukraine - that they ‘refused to sign’ Russia had means, motive and opportunity to destroy Ukraine dam, drone photos and information show Ukraine said to have recaptured village in Zaporizhzhia – as fierce fighting continues across frontline
2023-06-19 15:46
Labour Promises to Make UK a Clean Energy Superpower by 2030
A Labour government would cut energy bills, create jobs and provide more secure power by sweeping away barriers
2023-06-19 14:48
China’s New Premier Arrives in Germany for First Overseas Trip
China’s No. 2 official Li Qiang landed in Germany on Sunday for his first overseas trip since becoming
2023-06-19 13:18
Aussie Dollar, US Futures Rise on US-China Hopes: Markets Wrap
The Australian dollar and US equity futures rose in early Asian trading Monday amid signs of improving ties
2023-06-19 06:59
Vienna Pride parade attack foiled, Austrian police say
Police say the three people arrested - one a boy of 14 - were suspected Islamist sympathisers.
2023-06-18 21:45
Ukraine-Russia war – live: Putin’s forces ‘abandon’ village as it’s reportedly recaptured by Kyiv
Vladimir Putin’s forces “have abandoned” the village of Piatykhatky on the Zaporizhzhia front after it was reportedly recaptured by Kyiv, according to Russian military blogger War Gonzo. It is Ukraine’s first village gain for nearly a week and marks a significant escalation of Ukraine’s counter-offensive which was launched earlier this month. The military blogger suggested Ukraine has concentrated large reserves and “heavy armoured vehicles” in the area, which is the most direct route to Crimea. Russian-installed official Vladimir Rogov claimed on Sunday that Ukrainian forces had taken the settlement of Piatykhatky and were entrenching themselves there while coming under fire from Russian artillery. However, he said heavy fighting continues in the area. The reports have not been independently verified. Russia claims it is inflicting heavy losses on Kyiv’s forces and president Putin said last week that Ukraine had “no chance” of success in the counter-offensive. Meanwhile, Ukraine said last week it had regained control of about 100 square km (38 square miles) of territory in just over a week, recapturing a string of villages in Donetsk region to the east. Read More Why Russia’s attempts to get round oil sanctions risk ecological disaster Ukrainians leaving UK because they cannot get housing, volunteer made MBE says Putin lectures African leaders seeking peace in Ukraine – as they tell him war must end
2023-06-18 20:27
Melinda French Gates Says World Debt Woes Need Bold Action Now
Melinda French Gates is urging world leaders gathering in Paris this week to take bolder action to reform
2023-06-18 14:50
Influencers in firing line as France tackles scams
Influencers who promote fake products like miracle cancer cures are being called out - and face jail.
2023-06-18 07:15
Taiwan seeks closer EU ties in return for chip investment - minister
By Philip Blenkinsop European countries should strengthen relations with Taiwan if they want continued Taiwanese investment in semiconductor
2023-06-18 06:21