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A rare three-meter whale jawbone fished from Dutch waters turned out to be a museum treasure secretly dumped so it could be "found" and saved. The creative rescue mission worked perfectly, and now the bone has a second life in education.
Wind turbines in the Netherlands now paint the night sky with synchronized green laser beams, transforming renewable energy into mesmerizing art. Artist Daan Roosegaarde created "Windlicht" to help people fall in love with clean energy.
Across the Netherlands, tiny libraries are popping up on street corners and outside homes, offering free books to anyone who wants them. The country now has at least 1,500 "minibiebs," and they became lifesavers during pandemic lockdowns.
Rob Jetten, 38, just became the Netherlands' youngest prime minister and first openly gay leader. He'll need strong negotiation skills to lead his minority coalition through a full four-year term.
Scientists at ASML in the Netherlands just solved one of tech's hardest problems, doubling the power of the machines that make computer chips possible. The breakthrough could help produce 50% more processors by the end of the decade, making the technology we rely on faster and cheaper.
Scientists in the Netherlands created a honeycomb pattern on glass that dramatically improves how solar panels capture light. The breakthrough could power everything from your phone to remote sensors with cleaner energy.
In the Netherlands, every new parent gets a trained maternity nurse who comes to their home for up to eight days after birth. They help with everything from diaper changes to spotting health problems early, transforming those overwhelming first days with a newborn.
The Netherlands claimed third place in the Winter Olympics medal table for the first time ever, bringing home 20 medals from Milan. The small nation's skating dominance proved unstoppable, with athletes sweeping events and making history on ice.
The Netherlands just swore in Rob Jetten as its youngest prime minister ever at 38, marking a historic moment for the country. The openly gay leader of the pro-EU D66 party will guide a new coalition focused on climate action and European cooperation.
A new recycling facility in the Netherlands is transforming 50,000 tons of waste tires annually into marine fuel, plastics ingredients, and materials for new tires. The plant plans to quadruple its capacity by using breakthrough technology that turns rubber trash into treasure.
Willem Greve and his 15-year-old stallion Grandorado delivered a thrilling final round to clinch victory at the FEI Jumping World Cup in Gothenburg. The win marks Greve's third World Cup triumph this season, capping off an intense eight-rider jump-off.
Athletes shattered nine Olympic records at the 2026 Winter Games, with the Netherlands leading the charge in speed skating dominance. Dutch athletes claimed four records as skaters turned Milan's ice into a showcase of human speed and determination.
Jorrit Bergsma just shattered a century-old record, proving age is just a number when it comes to Olympic glory. The Netherlands speedskater won gold at 40, becoming the oldest long track champion in history.
Dutch soccer club Feyenoord is letting Muslim players arrive late to training and leave early during Ramadan, recognizing the physical challenge of elite competition while fasting. Head coach Robin van Persie says the flexible approach helps athletes maintain peak performance while honoring their faith.
A 40-year-old speed skater just became the oldest athlete ever to win Olympic gold in his sport. Jorrit Bergsma's victory proves that peak performance doesn't have an expiration date.
The Dutch men's short track relay team captured Olympic gold after a decade of near misses, fulfilling their coach's dream and completing a stunning tournament sweep. Jens van 't Wout walked away with three golds and a bronze, leading the Netherlands to their most successful short track Olympics ever.
A Dutch woman who kept a folder of inherited "nice pictures" in a drawer for years discovered she owns 35 authentic Rembrandt etchings. What started as a pandemic hobby turned into one of art history's most delightful surprises.
Antoinette Rijpma-de Jong captured her first Olympic gold medal in the 1,500-meter speedskating race at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games, powered by roaring Dutch fans dressed in orange. The champion edged Norway's Ragne Wiklund by just 0.06 seconds in a thrilling finish.
Every student in Friesland will soon learn and speak Frisian in school, saving a language that was predicted to disappear. The unanimous vote marks a historic win for the Netherlands' second official language.
The Netherlands and Belgium just signed a deal to build a direct rail connection between Eindhoven and Brussels, turning a frustrating multi-transfer journey into a smooth one-seat ride. The new line promises to strengthen economic ties and make cross-border travel finally feel possible for thousands of commuters.
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