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‘A magical feeling’: How kaupapa waka changed Dutch paddler’s life
Koos Wabeke said he had now travelled to NZ nine times, seven especially for Waitangi Day.

Netherlands must lower nitrogen emissions, court rules
Country's main farming union said ruling will have 'a huge impact' on farmers and economy.

Publishing of Nazi collaborator names divides the Netherlands
The decision has drawn criticism from descendants of the accused and families of victims.

Ten most valuable deals by foreigners trading NZ assets in latest year
Value of deals in 2024 was less than half the value of those the previous year.

She was a child Instagram influencer. Her fans were grown men
New York Times: She's seen the dark side of the internet – and turned a profit from it.

Eurostar is Europe’s worst-ranked rail operator – study
Eurostar ticket prices do not correlate with higher service quality, study says.

‘Anti-Semitic’ clashes erupt in Amsterdam after football match; Rescue planes ordered for Israeli fans
Israeli and Dutch leaders have condemned the clashes.

Netflix offices raided in Paris and Amsterdam over tax probe
Financial Times: Authorities swoop in long-running investigation.

‘Iceman’ Wim Hof accused of abusing family
Film on Wim Hof halted amid severe domestic violence allegations, which he denies.

Editorial: Convicted child rapists should not be allowed to compete in the Olympics
OPINION: Countless infractions can lead to an Olympic ban, so why can a rapist compete?

Israeli settlements in Palestine 'illegal', says International Court of Justice
UN's top court says Israel should evacuate Palestinian settlements and pay reparations.

NZ projects short-listed for World Architecture awards
Stadium, university, retail, home, spa, bach, marae, office buildings are all on the list.

10 of the best chocolate destinations for chocolate lovers
Discover the top chocolate-producing countries for World Chocolate Day.

Fran O'Sullivan: International politics a complex game – but Luxon has a trump card
OPINION: It is a testing time – including for Luxon.

'Sex monster': Dutch volleyball player who raped 12-year-old girl qualifies for Olympics
This news comes after a judge said his Olympic hopes were a 'shattered dream'.

Euro 2024: Mbappé watches from bench as France and Netherlands draw
Controversy surrounds a disallowed Dutch goal.

Nicki Minaj’s arrest at Amsterdam airport highlights legal weed confusion
Fact check: Is weed actually legal in the Netherlands?

Nicki Minaj released from custody; films official asking to search her bags
The rapper was arrested at a Dutch airport on suspicion of carrying drugs.

Nicki Minaj arrested at Netherlands airport
The rapper says Dutch police told her they found pot in her bags.

Eurovision winner announced amid large protests
Swiss singer Nemo is the first nonbinary winner of the contest that was founded in 1956.

US wants allies to cut chip-related China exports amid Huawei alarm
Financial Times: Washington urges three countries to tighten supply of tools and tech.