Netherlands
Netherlands: Increased Security at Amsterdam, Rotterdam Metros
Date: September 13th, 2005 |
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In response to what they consider a continuing threat, Dutch authorities have increased police presence at Amsterdam and Rotterdam metro stations, and encourage all to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities or unattended packages [read more]
Netherlands
Date: November 16th, 2004 | No Comments
The Nov. 2 murder of Dutch filmmaker Theo van Gogh, apparently by a Dutch-Moroccan dual citizen working with an Islamic terrorist group, has had many ramifications, including protests and attacks on Islamic schools and mosques, and prompting officials to consider granting wider anti-terrorism powers to investigators. Since July, heightened security measures have been in place [read more]
Netherlands
Date: June 19th, 2002 | No Comments
An outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease occurred in late February in Friesland province with more than 200 infected and 19 deaths. The outbreak affected attendees of a popular flower show but the source turned out to be a hot tub exhibit that was part of a consumer products show next to the flower show. To dispel [read more]
Netherlands
Date: May 24th, 2005 | No Comments
Long a bastion of tolerance regarding marijuana use, the Netherlands is launching an effort to curb “drug tourism” in its coffee shops where owners are allowed to stock up to 500 grams of cannabis for sale to smokers. Individuals may legally possess up to five grams, but otherwise the drug is banned. The government plan [read more]
Netherlands
Date: July 12th, 2004 | No Comments
The Netherlands is under heightened security alert because of information obtained by the Dutch secret service that Islamic extremists may be preparing terrorist attacks. Schiphol Airport and several main highways, including the Schiphol tunnel and the A4 have increased security, as well as key buildings such as the Dutch Parliament in [read more]
Netherlands
Date: June 14th, 2002 | No Comments
An outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease occurred in late February in Friesland province with more than 200 infected and 19 deaths. The outbreak affected attendees of a popular flower show but the source turned out to be a hot tub exhibit that was part of a consumer products show next to the flower show. To dispel [read more]
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