As part of my ongoing personal and professional development, I followed a distance learning course on Internet Journalism via the London School of Journalism during 2022-2023. I had my eye on this course for many years and enjoyed working my way through at my own pace.  I started in May 2022, and had 2 years … Continue reading London School of Journalism: Internet Journalism
One of my favourite gifts this year was a Correctbook, given to me by the board when I finished my role as chairperson of Delft MaMa. A Dutch company that has the laudable mission to banish illiteracy worldwide, this was the first time I'd seen the product. Essentially a notebook that can be wiped clean, … Continue reading Correctbook
The general board of the Rotterdam The Hague Metropolitan Region (MRDH) has agreed to earmark €145 million for public transport operations until 2030. This will give regional transport operators RET, HTM and EBS the financial perspective they asked for. On 15 November, the 21 MRDH Mobility aldermen already agreed to the plans. Metro, bus and … Continue reading MRDH general board gives final approval on mega public transport investment
New CD - DUTCH CROWN JEWELS - Symphonic Gems from the Court of Orange Please join me - Simon Murphy - and The Hague's international award-winning Baroque orchestra, "repertoire-refreshers" the New Dutch Academy (NDA), in bringing our newest album, DUTCH CROWN JEWELS, to fruition. Musical Journey The album is the result of years of painstaking … Continue reading Crowdfunding Campaign Dutch Crown Jewels – Symphonic Gems from the Court of Orange
My Lima Lima is a fashion company that aspires to turn the world of giving upside down. We liberate crowded wardrobes. We generate funds for good causes. We create ideas for new looks. Start looking at your wardrobe with new eyes and become part of our circle of giving! Besides the Hardies shop in The … Continue reading Give to Empower: My Lima Lima
The Dutch population will continue to increase in the coming years, but less rapidly than in recent years; it is projected to reach 18 million in 2024 and 19 million in 2037. Population growth is largely attributable to migration and increased life expectancy. By 2040, a quarter of the population will be aged 65 years … Continue reading Forecast: nearly 18 million inhabitants, 19 million projected in 2037
A recent Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KVK) survey shows that entrepreneurs are struggling with staff shortages in 2023. 'Entrepreneurship in 2023', was a survey of 1,400 entrepreneurs, 685 of whom are SMEs (Small to Medium Enterprises) with staff. In the survey, they shared experiences such as: "No chance of finding staff", "Shortage of staff inhibits … Continue reading Entrepreneurs struggle with staff shortages
Since the MeToo movement in 2017, the number of court rulings involving sexually transgressive behaviour has increased exponentially. What constitutes sexual transgression and what sanctions are appropriate? Is sending heart emojis to a colleague sexually transgressive behaviour? And if so, is dismissal an appropriate sanction? This question was referred to the courts in late 2022. … Continue reading Small hearts, big consequences
TheHagueOnLine editor, Renée Tentori, visited the 2023 Royal Christmas Fair in The Hague last week.  Here's her impression.  Christmas markets are tradition right across Europe, and it's great to have our very own here in The Hague. The Hague & Partners invited us along to the opening last week. I grew up in Australia, … Continue reading Have you visited the Royal Christmas Fair in The Hague?
The 21 aldermen of Economy of the Rotterdam The Hague Metropolitan Region have decided to invest nearly a million euros in strengthening regional business parks. MRDH (De Metropoolregio Rotterdam Den Haag) board member Aart Jan Spoon: "We are taking the lead in the development of regional business parks. Space for expansion of business parks in … Continue reading Rotterdam-The Hague Metropolitan region invests in strengthening regional business parks
On 7 December 2023, I attended an inspiring event at The Hague University of Applied Sciences (THUAS) that brought together educators, students, advocates, and community leaders to explore inclusion, safety, and belonging in professional spaces. Held the day before Purple Friday, this Workplace Pride event sparked rich conversations around solidarity, allyship, and representation — values … Continue reading Reflections from the 2023 THUAS Workplace Pride Event
In the first half of 2023, 78 percent of the population aged 12 years or older said they had made an online purchase reports Statistics Netherlands (CBS), based on their latest survey on ICT usage by households and individuals. This is more than one year previously, and comparable to the numbers of 2021. Sales of … Continue reading Nearly 8 in 10 people shop online in 2023
The Dutch summer is slowly coming to an end and the sun-drenched days are giving way to greyer weather. A perfect opportunity to enjoy the very latest film offerings at Pathé.
Tonight’s Dutchbuzz programme is devoted to love, goodwill and charity. With a love coach in the studio, the Mommuv Foundation, second loved clothing and Sinterklaas present, tonight’s radio programme on Den Haag FM is a gift of love to our listeners. Dutchbuzz is made for the internationals in The Hague! Listen live at 21.00 on … Continue reading Dutchbuzz English language broadcast at 9pm tonight on Den Haag FM
Ten candidates were shortlisted for this year’s Human Rights Tulip, a prize awarded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs each year to international human rights defenders. An independent jury has now narrowed it down to the top three candidates. Foreign minister Hanke Bruins Slot will be announcing this year’s winner on 14 December. The importance … Continue reading Human Rights Tulip 2023: top three candidates
On Wednesday 29 December 2023, I attended the TEDx Amsterdam Women event. Below are screenshots of the TEDx Amsterdam Women website for their 2023 speakers....please visit their website (link below) for more information. Society runs on codes that govern how we see things, how we work, how society functions. But these codes aren’t equal for … Continue reading TEDx Amsterdam Women
On Monday 4 December 2023, Geoffrey van Leeuwen (VVD) will become Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation. Mr Van Leeuwen will be fulfilling the role temporarily while Liesje Schreinemacher is on maternity leave. Mr Van Leeuwen worked at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs previously. During that time, his roles included Dutch ambassador to Afghanistan, … Continue reading Geoffrey van Leeuwen to become Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation
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