Science The Cool Down Researchers make stunning discovery about insects found on remote oil rig: 'Beneficial'

Scientists have determined that marmalade hoverflies can transport pollen hundreds of kilometers away after studying them on a remote oil rig. Pollinators play a vital role in our ecosystems, and understanding their abilities and patterns is...

Brain test may help predict sexual side effects in antidepressant users, research finds

By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — Going on antidepressants can give many people their life back, but for some there is a catch. About 25% to 80% of people who take antidepressants experience sexual side effects to some degree during treatment. Now, a...

Netherlands vs Finland Prediction and Betting Tips | October 12th 2025

The action continues in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers as the Netherlands and Finland square off in a crunch Group G fixture at the Johan Cruijff Arena on Sunday. Ronald Koeman’s men head into the weekend on a five-game winning streak against...

Ukraine receives Alkmaar-class minehunter from the Netherlands

The Netherlands has handed over an Alkmaar-class minehunter to Ukraine, with another expected to be delivered by the end of the year. The news was shared by Vice Admiral Oleksii Neizhpapa, Commander of the Ukrainian Navy, on Facebook. “Together...

China’s Wingtech says Dutch court freezes control of Nexperia amid ‘national security’ dispute

In a move that could dent China’s relations with the European Union, Chinese technology company Wingtech said control of its Dutch subsidiary Nexperia has been effectively frozen, following an intervention by a government ministry and court in the...

How a Dutch retiree helped uncover Nazi-stolen art in Argentina

MAR DEL PLATA (Reuters) — Dutch systems specialist Paul Post had glimpsed the notebooks that contained his father’s Nazi-era diaries before, but when he rediscovered them in an attic 15 years ago, the recent retiree finally had time to closely...

Ukraine Strengthens Naval Defense with Dutch Alkmaar Mine Countermeasure Vessel

Ukraine received from the Netherlands an Alkmaar-class mine countermeasures vessel, and crew training to operate the ship is ongoing. By the end of the year, delivery of another similar vessel is expected, which will bolster the Ukrainian navy’s...

Allseas selects Vuyk Engineering to design new Heavy Transport Vessel named Grand Tour

Offshore industry leader Allseas has selected Dutch maritime design firm Vuyk Engineering to design its new semi-submersible Heavy Transport Vessel (HTV), named Grand Tour. This vessel is purpose-built to facilitate seamless topsides transfers to...

Minister pushes for stronger Indonesian cultural research in Japan

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Culture Minister Fadli Zon emphasized the importance of strengthening research and studies on Indonesian culture in Osaka, Japan, noting it serves as a foundation for advancing global knowledge and international cooperation....

Ukraine received Alkmaar-class mine countermeasures vessel from Netherlands

The Netherlands has transferred an Alkmaar-class mine countermeasures vessel to Ukraine, with another expected to be transferred by the end of the year. According to Ukrinform, this was announced on Facebook by Vice Admiral Oleksii Neizhpapa,...

Netherlands Allocates €310 Million for Anti-Drone Systems for Ukraine and Joint Production of Drones

The Netherlands has allocated a €200 million aid package for the purchase of anti-drone systems for Ukraine. In addition, €110 million will be invested in the joint production of long-range attack drones. This was reported by the Suspilne media...

Netherlands and Ukraine to co-produce drones as The Hague commits €200 million

The Netherlands and Ukraine have agreed to begin joint production of drones. The plan follows Ukraine’s decision to relax export and intellectual property restrictions to allow joint manufacturing with Dutch companies, caretaker Defense Minister...

Medical Bulletin 14/October/2025

Here are the top medical news for the day: Could Skin Conditions Be Early Markers of Mental Health Risk? Scientists have found that individuals with mental health conditions who also experience skin disorders may face a higher risk of poor...

Dutch government and Luxemburg consortium to invest €200 million in Groningen AI factory

Funding for an AI factory in Groningen has been secured. The Dutch government and regional authorities had previously committed 130 million euros to the facility, which will allow businesses and research institutions to explore artificial...

The best places to feel the perfect breeze, according to scientists

If you’ve ever found yourself chasing that just-right seaside breeze, you’re not alone, and now, science says it’s finally been measured. According to a new study from AllClear Travel Insurance, created in partnership with Jim N. R. Dale, former...

Netherlands’ world champion Femke Bol to switch from 400m hurdles to 800m

NEW YORK – Dutchwoman Femke Bol announced on Oct 10 that she is switching from the 400 metres hurdles to the 800m and will start competing in her new event in 2026. While the one-lap hurdles world champion has often played second fiddle to...

Walmart And OpenAI Test The Boundaries Of Trust In AI

Walmart’s new partnership with OpenAI brings shopping directly into ChatGPT, turning conversation into commerce and raising fresh questions about data privacy, AI ethics, and consumer trust. SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images I had just...

Dutch zero-emission zones spark rapid uptake of electric vans and trucks

The Netherlands’ zero-emission zones for freight (ZEZ-F) are accelerating the transition to electric delivery fleets and reshaping city logistics, according to a new Clean Cities Campaign briefing. Introduced in January 2025, and now including 18...

Netherlands Provides €200 Million Aid to Support Ukraine’s Energy and Infrastructure Recovery

On October 11, in the 1326th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Netherlands announced another aid package to Ukraine worth 200 million euros. The funds are directed toward supporting humanitarian initiatives, restoring infrastructure,...

Chinese, Dutch scientists discover how to regenerate single cell into new plant

Scientists in China and the Netherlands say they have discovered how a single plant cell can regenerate into an entirely new plant by flipping two genetic switches. Researchers at Shandong Agricultural University and BGI-Research in China...