Science aims to boost world's food security Nov 9, 2008
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands - It's not easy to keep a banana yellow. To get it to market ripe but unblemished by brown spots takes careful timing, a slight fiddling with nature's rhythms and a delivery system that is increasingly computer-driven and technical. (AZCentral -- News)
UEFA Cup collated results/standings Nov 7, 2008
At Rotterdam, the Netherlands Feyenoord (NED) 1 (van Bronckhorst 29) CSKA Moscow (RUS) 3 (A Berezutski 13, Vagner Love 40, 81). UEFA Cup tables after Thursday's matches (played, won, drawn, lost, goals for, against, points). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
With Obama's victory, Europe's minorities sense new possibilities Nov 7, 2008
" In Germany, the dynamics are different German bloodlines have long marked criteria for political life, though Chancellor Angela Merkel's coalition government is pioneering change. Ten years ago, Germans with foreign backgrounds were absent from the political scene; today, 11 sit in the 612-set Bundestag. After the 2005 minority riots in the French suburbs, new lobbying groups were created, along with websites and more talk. President Nicolas Sarkozy appointed three Muslim females to his... (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Tulip Island Nov 7, 2008
"Islands offer protection against waves, since on the lee side of the islands there is less wave action," Groothuizen explained in a follow-up interview by telephone from his office in Rotterdam. But unlike in Dubai, they would have to be positioned many miles out to sea. (International Herald Tribune)
Science In Search Of The Top Banana Nov 5, 2008
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, Nov. 4, 2008 ... Lindhardt was watching bananas from the Dominican Republic being unloaded at a Rotterdam warehouse. (CBS News -- World)
Meningitis often leads to long-term problems Nov 4, 2008
Researchers from Erasmus MC-Sophia Children's Hospital in Rotterdam, led by Dr. Corinne M. P. Buysse, followed up with 120 patients admitted to their pediatric intensive care unit between 1988 and 2001 with meningococcal septic shock. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Health)
Milan Wins to Lead Serie A for First Time Since 2005; Madrid Held to Draw Nov 3, 2008
In the Netherlands yesterday, Vitesse Arnhem beat ADO Den Haag 3-1 and Feyenoord won 4-0 at Roda JC. Utrecht defeated Heracles 2-0, Volendam had a 3-1 victory over De Graafschap and NEC Nijmegen won 2-0 at Sparta Rotterdam. AZ, Ajax and NAC Breda, who all played two days ago, lead the standings on 19 points, one ahead of PSV Eindhoven. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Why President Kufour Boycotted Dinner In Amsterdam Oct 30, 2008
Earlier on, President Kufuor is reported to have been disappointed by the number of Ghanaians who turned up to cheer and welcome his entourage at the Rotterdam airport. When questioned by the foreign minister about the low turnout, Ambassador Dr. Grace Ababio characteristically, failed to render any tangible reason, than the distance between Amsterdam and Rotterdam airport. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Dutch: Draw helps NAC Breda take share of 1st Oct 27, 2008
On Saturday, Groningen beat Sparta Rotterdam 3-0. Michael Mols scored in the 90th to salvage a point for Feyenoord in a 2-2 home draw with SC Heerenveen. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Soderling beats Benneteau to capture Lyon final Oct 27, 2008
The big-serving Soderling had lost his previous three finals this season in Stockholm, Sweden; Memphis, Tennessee; and Rotterdam, Netherlands. Benneteau was in his second career final -- both this year -- after losing to Gilles Simon on clay in Casablanca, Morocco, in May. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
* Energy-capturing dance floor debuts Oct 25, 2008
GREEN GYRATIONS: As dancers move to the groove at Club Watt in Rotterdam, the floor will capture their energy and transform it into electricity for the nightclub NY TIMES NEWS SERVICE, ROTTERDAM,THE NETHERLANDS Saturday, Oct 25, 2008, Page 6. If you felt that the atmosphere in the new hip Club Watt was somehow electric, you would be right: Watt has a new type of dance floor that harvests the energy generated by jumps and gyrations and transforms it into electricity. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Going Dutch? Oct 22, 2008
Migrants from outside the EU are particularly concentrated in Dutch cities, notably Amsterdam and Rotterdam, which was Pim Fortuyn's political stronghold ... A Dutch-Moroccan pro-integration politician, Ahmed Aboutaleb, is poised to become mayor of Rotterdam. (BBC News -- UK)
Once is Nothing: Brussel Biennale 1-Brussels Biennial 1 Oct 22, 2008
Quick Arts Access: Amsterdam (209) Groningen (27) Rotterdam (44) The Hague (31) Utrecht (21). - Museum of Fine Arts, Houston - BAK, basis voor actuele kunst - Saint Louis Art Museum - Translations Gallery - Fundacion Principe de Asturias - Campoamor Theatre - Latino Art Museum - Cella Gallery - John Martin Gallery - Singapore Art Museum. (AbsoluteArts.com)
Dutch Queen treats Kufuor to royal welcome Oct 22, 2008
Earlier, on entering the Dutch air space, the aircraft carrying President Kufuor, was escorted by a F16 fighter jet to the Rotterdam International Airport, where it touched down. As he descended the gangway, the large Ghanaian community that had defied the chilly weather and gathered at the airport went into frenzy, singing patriotic songs and chanting slogans in adoration of their leader as the traditional 21-gun salute boomed at the background. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Dutch PM: Netherlands is trustworthy partner of China Oct 22, 2008
"Many Chinese products pass through Rotterdam, one of the biggest ports of Europe, thereby creating employment. Moreover, imports from China keep our inflation low," the prime minister said ... Balkenende is also pleased with the partnership between Dutch and Chinese cities, such as the sisterly relations between Rotterdam and Shanghai, established nearly 30 years ago. (Xinhuanet, China)
Dutch: Feyenoord keeps stumbling Oct 20, 2008
Charles Dissels scored in the 18th to give Sparta Rotterdam a 1-0 win over FC Utrecht on Sunday. NEC Nijmegen had a comeback 3-1 win over Vitesse Arnhem. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Dutch: Breda takes first with 2-1 win over PSV Oct 19, 2008
Also Sunday, it's NEC Nijmegen vs. Vitesse Arnhem; Sparta Rotterdam vs. FC Utrecht and De Graafschap vs. AZ Alkmaar. Copyright 2008. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Emha Ainun Najib: Delivering the message of peace Oct 18, 2008
Emha's musical group, Kiai Kanjeng, is currently embarking on a tour in several cities in The Netherlands: Rotterdam, The Hague, Amsterdam, Zwolle, Leeuwarden, Deventer, Nijmegen and Etten-Leur from Oct. 8 to Oct. 19. Emha has also held dialogues with various religious communities during his cultural tour here. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Younger Breast Cancer Survivors Risk Disease in Other Breast Oct 15, 2008
Study author Maartje J. Hooning, of the department of medical oncology at Erasmus Medical Center Daniel den Hoed Cancer Center in Rotterdam, said that even though "radiation techniques of today will lead to a lower dose to the contralateral breast than the techniques presented in our study, treating clinicians should be aware of the existing dose-response relationship for risk of contralateral breast cancer. Especially in young women, the radiation dose to the contralateral breast should be kept... (Washington Post)
New data examine stents and bypass surgery in patients with 3VD and LMD Oct 15, 2008
"The SYNTAX score is a new, innovative tool to describe the complexity of vasculature," said Patrick W. Serruys, MD, PhD, head of the Department of Interventional Cardiology at University Hospital Rotterdam, Netherlands and principal investigator of the study. "SYNTAX has shown that TAXUS stents can be used safely rather than bypass surgery in the most complicated patients with coronary artery disease, those with left main and triple vessel disease." said Gregg W. Stone, MD, CRF Chairman,... (EurekAlert!)
Van Persie fit, will appear for Holland at Norway Oct 14, 2008
Van Persie said he has recovered from a hamstring injury that forced him to miss Saturday's 2-0 win over Switzerland in Rotterdam. "I'm available, now it's up to the coach," the Arsenal striker told Dutch national broadcaster NOS. "It feels good. I've been able to work well in the last week, that's why I'm here now.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
City seeks to entice int'l investors for Transjakarta Oct 14, 2008
BPM PKUD will hold the first of two Jakarta's Public Service and Infrastructure business forum in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, on Oct. 14. After Rotterdam, the group will hold a similar forum in Dubai on Nov. 10. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Europe Deals With Immigration Oct 14, 2008
In places like Rotterdam and Vienna, politicians who advocate cracking down on immigrants often perform well at the polls. Koch's rabble-rousing, in contrast, helped kill what had been a hefty lead. (Slate)
Roundup: Spain wins, England rallies after fans jeer Oct 12, 2008
"We played at a very high pace in the first half but we struggled in the second and if Russia had equalized it would not have been undeserved,'' Ballack said.Wales jumped to second with six points after beating Liechtenstein 2-0. Finland jumped into third by edging Azerbaijan 1-0 and Russia slipped from second to fourth.Despite the return of Cristiano Ronaldo, the pressure remained on Portugal after a 0-0 draw at Sweden in a Group 1 which is becoming closer with each round of games. Only the... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Chicago Marathon Adds Water, Medics to Avoid Mass Hospitalizations of 2007 Oct 12, 2008
Last year's Rotterdam Marathon in the Netherlands was canceled mid-race because of heat, with 30 of the 7,800 runners taken to hospitals and 3,600 failing to finish, he said. It's beyond atypical for a road race to be canceled,'' Lamppa said. (Bloomberg -- US)
Words you love Oct 11, 2008
Theresa, Rotterdam, the Netherlands. 48. (BBC News -- Americas)
Chronic Lung Disease Common in Older Adults Oct 10, 2008
Those are the latest findings of the ongoing, population-based Rotterdam Study, presented here this week at the 18th Annual Congress of the European Respiratory Society ... Dr. Guy Brusselle of Ghent University Hospital, Belgium presented his team's findings, based on data collected from 7983 participants living in the region around Rotterdam, the Netherlands. (MEDLINEplus)
Emha kicks off Netherlands tour Oct 8, 2008
In the Netherlands, Syakurun added, Emha would perform in Den Haag, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Deventer, Leeuwarden, Windesheim and Utrecht, from Oct. 6 to 20. Emha's wife, TV-soap actress and singer Novia Kolopaking, is also participating in the tour. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
* Sport Briefs Oct 6, 2008
On Friday, AZ Alkmaar recorded their third straight league victory with a 6-0 rout of struggling Sparta Rotterdam. GREECE Draw sends PAOK top. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Robben to miss two World Cup qualifiers Oct 6, 2008
The injury will sideline him for the Group 9 match against Iceland in Rotterdam on Saturday and the Oct. 15 match against Norway in Oslo, the Dutch football association said Monday. Coach Bert van Marwijk will also be without Jan Vennegoor of Hesselink for both the Iceland and Norway matches. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Beta-blockers Reduce Mortality In Patients With COPD After Vascular Surgery Oct 4, 2008
D., of the Erasmus Medical Center in Rotterdam, the Netherlands ... To determine the effect of beta-blockers on COPD patients undergoing vascular surgery, the researchers evaluated the mortality outcomes of more than 3,000 consecutive patients who underwent vascular surgery at the Erasmus Medical Center in Rotterdam between 1990 and 2006. (Science Daily)
Van der Sar makes Dutch comeback Oct 3, 2008
Netherlands coach Bert van Marwijk included Van der Sar, who retired from international football after Euro 2008, in his 22-man squad on Friday for the Group Nine games against Iceland in Rotterdam on October 11 and away to Norway four days later. Goalkeepers Maarten Stekelenburg of Ajax and Feyenoord's Henk Timmer, who is in the squad, are both nursing injuries. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
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Melbourne, FL 32935 Last Updated: 10/03/08 08:46:36 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 75% Barometer: 29. (Florida Today)
New Genes Linked To Gout Oct 3, 2008
The genes were identified using data from two large genome-wide association studies genetic variations of nearly 7,700 participants from NHLBI's Framingham Heart Study SHARe (SNP Health Association Resource) and more than 4,100 participants in NWO's Rotterdam Study. Researchers then replicated their finding using data from nearly 14,900 participants in NHLBI's Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study (ARIC). (Science Daily)
Beta Blockers May Cut Mortality in COPD Patients After Surgery Oct 3, 2008
"What was observed in the population, beta blockers, especially cardio-selective beta blockers like bisoprolol, are well-tolerated by COPD patients without inducing respiratory adverse effects. More importantly, they improve outcome, by preventing late cardiac events, a major cause for late morbidity and mortality," principle investigator Dr. Don Poldermans of the Erasmus Medical Center in Rotterdam, said in a news release issued by the journal's publisher. They also found that an intensified... (MEDLINEplus)
Dutch: Tomasson helps Feyenoord tie Ajax 2-2 Sep 22, 2008
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) -- Jon Dahl Tomasson scored two goals, including a late penalty, for Feyenoord to salvage a 2-2 draw with fierce rival Ajax in the Dutch league on Sunday ... In other matches, it was: Vitesse Arnhem 1, Sparta Rotterdam 1; FC Utrecht 1, Willem II 0; and Volendam 1, FC Twente 2. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Sister city plans in the works with Moscow Sep 18, 2008
" Education for Indonesian young athletic talents is also part of the sister-city program. Fauzi pointed out the recently renovated Bung Karno sports stadium in Central Jakarta was modeled after Moscow's Luzhniki sports stadium. "I am also planning to renovate the rooms available in Bung Karno stadium," he said. Earlier in June Fauzi signed an agreement with the mayor of Rotterdam, the Netherlands to set up a sister-city program including flood mitigation. Jakarta has several other sister cities... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Champions League roundup: Barcelona, Chelsea open with wins Sep 17, 2008
" Atletico Madrid rolls over PSV Einhoven in opener EINDHOVEN, Netherlands Sergio Aguero scored twice and Maniche added another goal Tuesday to give Atletico Madrid a 3-0 win at PSV Einhoven in Group D of the Champions League. Atletico, making its return to the Champions League after an 11-year absence, took the lead when Aguero sliced in Luis Garcia's cross in the ninth minute. Substitute Florent Sinama Pongolle set up Aguero for the second in the 36th before Maniche converted Garcia's pass to... (USA Today -- Sports)
* Soccer Shorts Sep 15, 2008
Midfielder Ibrahim Afellay scored in the 58th minute on Saturday to give defending champions PSV Eindhoven a 1-0 win over Sparta Rotterdam in the Dutch league ... In Rotterdam, Jon Dahl Tomasson scored on penalties in the 14th minute and 30th minute to help Feyenoord rout newcomers FC Volendam 5-0. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
'Cultural views affect STI rates' Sep 12, 2008
In Rotterdam I met Magda Vogelenzang, a colleague of Dr Kocken. Her daughter Pam is also 14. (BBC News -- UK)
Vodafone rejigs company structure and management Sep 9, 2008
The city of Rotterdam says it aims to becomeamajor European centre for CO2 emission storage. New York Fashion Week opens with designers interpreting the troubled economy in different ways. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Study: No link between measles vaccine and autism Sep 6, 2008
A boy pulls his hat over his face while being vaccinated against the measles in Rotterdam, the Netherlands in March. AUTISM AT A GLANCE. (USA Today -- News)
Gang suspects before Dutch judge Sep 5, 2008
Three men and a woman arrested by Dutch police as part of an investigation into an Irish criminal gang are to appear before a judge in Rotterdam later ... On Friday the suspects will be brought before the investigating judge in Rotterdam. (BBC News -- UK)
Four arrests in Irish crime gang raid Sep 5, 2008
On Friday the suspects will be brought before the investigating judge in Rotterdam. PSNI Chief Constable Sir Hugh Orde said the gun seizures may have saved lives. (BBC News -- Europe)
Dutch Venue Makes Clubbing Environmentally Friendly Sep 5, 2008
ROTTERDAM - A club where dancers generate power to light the floor, drinks come in recyclable cups and toilets flush with rain water opened in the Netherlands on Thursday, hoping to lure environmentally conscious clubbers. Rotterdam's WATT, which is designed to save about 30 percent on energy and carbon emissions and 50 percent on water and waste compared to other nightclubs, has included sustainable elements into everything from its architecture to its cafe menus. (Planet Ark, United States)
Urban Development in Cities Sep 4, 2008
Together with partners the International Architecture Biennale Rotterdam (IABR) and the Architecture Institute Rotterdam (AIR), conference organizers will address from financial, social and environmental perspectives. Financing Urban Development in Cities. (Suite101.com)
Unilever: Nestle executive to take CEO job Sep 4, 2008
Cescau, who is French, became the company's first sole chief executive after a profit warning in 2004 led the company to unify a clumsy two-board corporate structure _ though it continues to operate from dual headquarters, in London and Rotterdam. Cescau was widely credited with selling off mediocre businesses and investing to promote sales growth at Unilever's biggest brands. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Dutch: Heracles Almelo beats Feyenoord 3-1 Sep 1, 2008
Also this weekend, it was: Roda JC 1, FC Twente 1; NEC Nijmegen 2, De Graafschap 0, Sparta Rotterdam 2, ADO The Hague 5; and FC Volendam 2, SC Heerenveen 3. Copyright 2008. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
When Big B turned emotional Aug 26, 2008
The concluding show will be held at Rotterdam in Netherlands on August 29. Bollywood News Buzz. (Bollywood Mantra)
Big B gets standing ovation in London Aug 25, 2008
The event promoted by India's Wizcraft International Entertainment -- which marks Bachchans' comeback to the stage after a gap of almost 20 years -- will have its final show at Rotterdam in Netherlands on August 29. In the picture: Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya pose for photographers during a photocall in London. (Rediff)
Hydrogen-Powered Cars Meet in Championship Race Aug 25, 2008
ROTTERDAM - Six international university teams competed in the Dutch city of Rotterdam on Saturday in what was billed as a motor racing championship for hydrogen-powered vehicles. The "Formula Zero" series aims to demonstrate the viability of zero-emission fuel cell technology, even if the average speeds of around 50 kph (32 mph) were more akin to those of a cycle race than of Formula One. (Planet Ark, United States)
* HOCKEY: Dutch beat Chinese for womens hockey gold Aug 23, 2008
Abbas, who plays for Rotterdam in the Dutch League, said the Europeans were beatable. Asian teams can beat Europeans because we have the skills but now after the Beijing Olympics we need to improve in all forms of the game, he said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Simmons Shakes Up International Group Heads Aug 20, 2008
Dawkins has also appointed London partner Tom Wheadon as head of the international information, communications and technology practice group -- replacing Rotterdam partner Job Rietkerk in the position. Wheadon's appointment took place in July. (Law.com)
Needling fear Aug 15, 2008
It is also slated to be showcased at the 38th Rotterdam International Film Festival in the Netherlands next January. Susuk is currently showing in cinemas. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Human-powered energy on rise Aug 3, 2008
A computer-generated image of Club Watt, Rotterdam's human-powered club ... The profile of the technology is set to receive a further boost this month when a human-powered gym opens in Portland, Oregon, and again in September when the human-powered 'sustainable dance club', Club Watt, opens its doors in Rotterdam, Netherlands. (CNN -- International)
Karadzic due in war crimes court Jul 31, 2008
He then took a special flight to Rotterdam airport in the Netherlands, from where he was transferred to the UN's detention unit. THE INDICTMENT Eleven counts of genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity and other atrocities Charged over shelling Sarajevo during the city's siege, in which some 12,000 civilians died Allegedly organised the massacre of up to 8,000 Bosniak men and youths in Srebrenica Targeted Bosniak and Croat political leaders, intellectuals and professionals Unlawfully... (BBC News)
DOCKING STATION: Danh Vo Package Tour Jul 31, 2008
Quick Arts Access: Amsterdam (228) Groningen (30) Rotterdam (46) The Hague (32) Utrecht (23). - Stedelijk Museum - Contrasts Gallery - de la warr pavilion - Corte Real Gallery - Physics Room - ARTAIDS - Art and Science Collaborations, Inc. - Exit Art Gallery - Karin Weber Gallery - DFN Gallery. (AbsoluteArts.com)
Karadzic Extradited To War Crimes Tribunal Jul 30, 2008
Dutch police await the arrival of former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic at Rotterdam Airport in the Netherlands, July 30, 2008. (AP Photo/Fred Ernst). (CBS News)
Karadzic flown to Hague tribunal Jul 30, 2008
He then took a special flight to Rotterdam airport in the Netherlands, from where he was transferred to the UN's detention unit. Under normal procedure, he would be read his rights, fingerprinted and photographed, and then undergo a medical examination. (BBC News)
Karadzic on his way to The Hague Jul 30, 2008
He has arrived at Rotterdam airport in the Netherlands where he faces trial on charges of genocide. Just hours after violent clashes between his supporters and riot police during a rally in Belgrade, a four jeep motorcade left the court building where the former Bosnian Serb leader has been held since his arrest nine days ago and headed towards the airport. (Times Online)
Weather: Partly cloudy, afternoon storms likely Jul 30, 2008
Melbourne, FL 32940 Last Updated: 07/30/08 08:45:41 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 97% Barometer: 30. (Florida Today)
Fbregas denies saying he is interested in Real Jul 30, 2008
" The 27-year-old Diouf becomes Sunderland's fifth offseason signing, following Teemu Tainio, Nick Colgan, David Meyler and Pascal Chimbonda. ___ BOLTON, England (AP) -- Bolton has signed Netherlands under-21 midfielder Riga Mustapha from Levante on a three-year contract. The Ghana-born midfielder, who has also played for Vitesse Arnhem, RBC and Rotterdam, will complete the move if he gets international clearance. ___ PLYMOUTH, England (AP) -- Paul Sturrock, the manager of League Championship... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Karadzic in UN custody ahead of war crimes trial Jul 30, 2008
The plane landed at Rotterdam airport amid tight security. A convoy of vehicles then sped from the airport to the UN detention unit about 25 kilometres (15 miles) away, followed by two police helicopters minutes later. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Karadzic sent to The Hague for trial despite violent protest by loyalists Jul 30, 2008
His plane landed at the Rotterdam airport in the Netherlands. A motorcade carrying Karadzic to the airport left hours after stone-hurling nationalists clashed with the police in central Belgrade at a rally to protest his arrest on war crimes charges, and his likely extradition to stand trial before an international war crimes tribunal in The Hague. (International Herald Tribune)
Plane carrying Karadzic arrives in Netherlands Jul 30, 2008
The plane carrying Radovan Karadzic arrived in Rotterdam on Wednesday ... BRUSSELS, July 30 (Xinhua) -- The plane carrying former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic, who was being extradited to the U.N. war crimes tribunal in The Hague, arrived in Rotterdam on Wednesday, local media reports said. (Xinhuanet, China)
