http://www.denhaag.nl/web/show/id=701619/langid=42 en-US http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/International-Moot-Court-in-The-Hague-a-world-first.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/International-Moot-Court-in-The-Hague-a-world-first.htm The Hague will be the first city in the world to organise an international oral pleading competition for secondary school students. This Moot Court will be held from 14 to 17 February 2012. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:58:30 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Higher-subsidy-for-biogas-cars.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Higher-subsidy-for-biogas-cars.htm The City Region of Haaglanden is raising the subsidy for the purchase of a methane biogas-powered vehicle from € 1,000 to € 3,000. This measure applies to all residents and companies in the Haaglanden region. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:15:54 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/ROC-Mondriaan-International-Stream.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/ROC-Mondriaan-International-Stream.htm The Mondriaan International Stream is part of ROC Mondriaan, one of the largest providers of vocational education in the Netherlands. The International Stream offers diplomas in Hotel Management, Business Management and Tourism & Leisure Management. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:06:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-University-of-Applied-Sciences.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-University-of-Applied-Sciences.htm The Hague University of Applied Sciences (Haagse Hogeschool) has more than 22,000 students and 1,700 staff members who come from over 145 different countries. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:34:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Pictures-International-Moot-Court-2012.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Pictures-International-Moot-Court-2012.htm Here you can view pictures that were taken in the preparation for and during the International Moot Court 2012. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:07:08 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/New-plans-for-Wijnhaven-area.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/New-plans-for-Wijnhaven-area.htm A consortium of 15 parties has submitted a new vision for the Wijnhavenkwartier, the area encompassing the Spuiplein and Turfmarkt in the centre of The Hague. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:44:56 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/More-boating-on-Hague-waterways.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/More-boating-on-Hague-waterways.htm The plans to make The Hague’s waterways more attractive for recreational, leisure and business purposes have been well-received in the city. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:35:48 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Top-chains-targeting-The-Hague.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Top-chains-targeting-The-Hague.htm Five popular clothing retail chains plan to open shops in The Hague’s city centre. In the coming few years Hollister, Forever 21, Topshop, Marks & Spencer and Primark will probably open new megastores in the city. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:13:31 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Ice-ready-in-Zuiderpark-and-Ockenburgh.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Ice-ready-in-Zuiderpark-and-Ockenburgh.htm It's time to skate again on natural ice! Skaters can go to town on a frozen playground in Zuiderpark and a meadow by Ockenburgh. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:30:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/International-Institute-of-Social-Studies-ISS.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/International-Institute-of-Social-Studies-ISS.htm The International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) in The Hague is the institute for research and education in development studies and international relations. It is part of Erasmus University Rotterdam. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:42:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Netherlands-School-of-Public-Administration.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Netherlands-School-of-Public-Administration.htm The Netherlands School of Public Administration (NSOB) is the country’s premier provider of public sector executive education. It is also an independent centre of applied research, critical thought and strategic advice about politics and governance. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:46:50 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Girl-with-a-Pearl-on-Buitenhof-in-April.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Girl-with-a-Pearl-on-Buitenhof-in-April.htm Vermeer’s 'Girl with a Pearl Earring', a favourite of visitors to the Mauritshuis, will be on display a month longer than originally planned in The Hague. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:46:41 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Student-Hotel-in-The-Hague-in-2013.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Student-Hotel-in-The-Hague-in-2013.htm City Living Student Housing has submitted an application for a building permit for The Student Hotel The Hague. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:09:47 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-Bridge-event-application-form.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-Bridge-event-application-form.htm In 2012 there will be more opportunities for initiatives from the city districts for The Hague Bridge events. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:37:30 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-Academy-of-International-Law-1.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-Academy-of-International-Law-1.htm Since its creation in 1923, The Hague Academy has been a centre for research and teaching in public and private and international law. The aim is to further scientific and advanced studies into the legal aspects of international relations. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:38:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Chess-tournament-in-the-Atrium.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Chess-tournament-in-the-Atrium.htm Some 120 chess players from The Hague region will be able to take on top players Sergey Karjakin, Sergei Tiviakov and Anish Giri on Tuesday, 31 January. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:15:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Air-quality-visibly-improving-in-The-Hague.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Air-quality-visibly-improving-in-The-Hague.htm The initial results of the air quality action plan drawn up in 2008 are becoming visible, according to the 2011 progress report. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:11:41 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Free-bed-and-meal-for-homeless-1.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Free-bed-and-meal-for-homeless-1.htm As of 29 January 2012 homeless people in The Hague are eligible for a free bed in the night shelters. The shelters will open their doors because a cold spell is predicted for the coming days. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:34:41 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Mauritshuis-masterpieces-travelling-to-U.S..htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Mauritshuis-masterpieces-travelling-to-U.S..htm Masterpieces from the Royal Picture Gallery Mauritshuis will be exhibited at three museums in the United States from January 2013 to January 2014. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:47:02 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Introductory-remarks-by-Jozias-van-Aartsen.-Oratie-Prof.-dr-Peter-Ho-Leiden-27-January-2012.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Introductory-remarks-by-Jozias-van-Aartsen.-Oratie-Prof.-dr-Peter-Ho-Leiden-27-January-2012.htm Introductory remarks by Jozias van Aartsen. Oratie Prof. dr Peter Ho Leiden, 27 January 2012 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:27:12 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Justice-Resource-Center.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Justice-Resource-Center.htm What do former Liberian president Charles Taylor and former Serbian president Slobodan Milosevic have in common with a group of 16 NYC high school students? Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:03:56 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Plans-jelling-for-Mandir-Park-in-Laakhaven.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Plans-jelling-for-Mandir-Park-in-Laakhaven.htm Plans are starting to come together for the construction of three Indian temples, so-called mandirs, as well as apartments and commercial space in Laakhaven West. The Municipality of The Hague signed a declaration of intent with project developers in late January. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:15:52 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/More-tourists-find-their-way-to-the-VVV.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/More-tourists-find-their-way-to-the-VVV.htm Some 330,000 tourists paid a visit to the VVV (Tourist Information Office) and Uitburo in The Hague in 2011. This was 10% more than in 2010. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:23:05 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Welcoming-speech-by-the-Mayor-of-The-Hague-Mr-J.J.-van-Aartsen-to-mark-the-celebrations-for-the-50th-anniversary-of-the-American-Chamber-of-Commerce-in-the-Netherlands-23-January-2012.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Welcoming-speech-by-the-Mayor-of-The-Hague-Mr-J.J.-van-Aartsen-to-mark-the-celebrations-for-the-50th-anniversary-of-the-American-Chamber-of-Commerce-in-the-Netherlands-23-January-2012.htm Welcoming speech by the Mayor of The Hague, Mr J.J. van Aartsen, to mark the celebrations for the 50th anniversary of the American Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands, 23 January 2012 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:56:15 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Speech-by-the-Mayor-of-The-Hague-Jozias-van-Aartsen-on-the-occasion-of-the-reception-at-the-Complesso-del-Vittoriano-Rome-19-January-2012.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Speech-by-the-Mayor-of-The-Hague-Jozias-van-Aartsen-on-the-occasion-of-the-reception-at-the-Complesso-del-Vittoriano-Rome-19-January-2012.htm Speech by the Mayor of The Hague, Jozias van Aartsen, on the occasion of the reception at the Complesso del Vittoriano, Rome, 19 January 2012 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:38:24 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Kids-Afternoon-Art-Club.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Kids-Afternoon-Art-Club.htm A professional artist and teacher with 25 years of experience gives art classes to English- and Dutch-speaking children of all ages. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:54:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Laaktheater.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Laaktheater.htm The Laaktheater (formerly Pierrot Children's Theatre) is the theatre of the Laak city district in The Hague. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:12:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Launch-of-Peace-Portal-in-The-Hague.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Launch-of-Peace-Portal-in-The-Hague.htm A brand-new Peace Portal was officially launched on 26 January with an event at the Museum for Communication in The Hague. The mission of the Portal is to be a main source and opportunity to share and integrate information leading to action aimed at preventing conflict and building peace. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:47:50 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Renting-a-municipal-garden-plot.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Renting-a-municipal-garden-plot.htm Spread throughout The Hague are 16 municipal garden complexes. Schools may use them for school gardening projects. Residents may also rent a plot during the gardening season. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:27:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Concert-of-solo-cello-music.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Concert-of-solo-cello-music.htm American cellist Steuart Pincombe presents a free solo cello concert on Saturday, 25 February at the Trinity International Church in Leidschendam. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:22:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Sponsors.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Sponsors.htm We thank the following organizations and people for their contribution to this program: Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:53:26 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-Bridge-in-2012.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-Bridge-in-2012.htm Over the last three years The Hague Bridge successfully organised programmes in all eight of The Hague's city districts. However, this does not mean that The Hague Bridge programme has come to an end. The programme will continue in 2012 in a different way. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:51:20 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-nominated-Best-Overseas-Convention-Bureau.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-nominated-Best-Overseas-Convention-Bureau.htm Readers of the leading British magazine M&IT (Meeting and Incentive Travel) have nominated The Hague Visitors & Convention Bureau as best overseas convention bureau in the meeting industry. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:30:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Shooting-ranges.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Shooting-ranges.htm There are two shooting ranges in The Hague, with both indoor and outdoor facilities. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:56:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Contemporary-Swan-Lake-at-Fokker-Terminal.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Contemporary-Swan-Lake-at-Fokker-Terminal.htm A contemporary version of the ballet ‘Swan Lake' called 'Swanlake, Siegfried and Odette’ will be performed to live music at the Fokker Terminal in The Hague from 22 February to 4 March 2012. Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:37:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-gets-new-jazz-festival.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-gets-new-jazz-festival.htm Jazz lovers can live it up at a new festival called ‘Jazzin’ The Hague’ on 1 and 2 June in The Hague. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:29:48 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-gives-moving-incentive.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/The-Hague-gives-moving-incentive.htm The Hague has become the first Dutch city to launch comprehensive incentives to give the local housing market a boost. Several market parties have joined forces to launch the ‘Haagse Verhuisdoos’ (Hague Moving Box) campaign from 18 January to 1 July. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:47:33 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Ukrainian-School-moves-to-The-Hague.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Ukrainian-School-moves-to-The-Hague.htm The Ukrainian School of the Netherlands will move to a new location at the British School. The new location will offer the possibility to accommodate more students, making it convenient to grow as enrolment increases. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:03:35 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Better-City-Guide-app-for-tourists-and-residents.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Better-City-Guide-app-for-tourists-and-residents.htm The mobile city guide for The Hague is now available for Android phones. With various new functions it’s more up-to-date and interesting to both tourists and residents of The Hague. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:43:39 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Metropoolregio-opens-office.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Metropoolregio-opens-office.htm A joint 'Metropoollab' office was opened on 17 January as part of the plan to form a new metropolitan region within the Randstad. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:31:18 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Schuberts-Winterreise-set-to-dance.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Schuberts-Winterreise-set-to-dance.htm The choreographer and dancer Samir Calixto has created a dance performance set to the live music of Franz Schubert’s 'Winterreise'. It will be performed on several dates in February at the Korzo Theater in The Hague. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:27:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Creative-courses-for-children.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Creative-courses-for-children.htm Do you like doing creative things? Have you always wanted to learn how to paint or make things from scratch? Then you are certain to find something to keep you entertained in The Hague! Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:20:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Haags-Kinderatelier.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Haags-Kinderatelier.htm At the Haags Kinderatelier (The Hague Children’s Studio) you can take different courses to learn more about art and artists. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:49:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Exploring-The-Hague-with-the-kids.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Exploring-The-Hague-with-the-kids.htm Children can really go to town exploring all there is to see and do in The Hague! Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/GirlGuiding.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/GirlGuiding.htm British Guides in The Hague are part of GirlGuiding UK and runs the same programme as girls in the UK with the same uniform and handbooks. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:55:05 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Playball-for-kids.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Playball-for-kids.htm Playball offers a unique multi-sport, multi-skill programme in English (and Dutch) for children 2 - 7 years of age. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:10:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/APCH-afternoon-tea-concert-3.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/APCH-afternoon-tea-concert-3.htm The American Protestant Church of The Hague will organise an afternoon tea concert with solos and community singing on Saturday, 18 February. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:15:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Lecture-on-euthanasia-and-clinical-death.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Lecture-on-euthanasia-and-clinical-death.htm A lecture on bioethics (euthanasia and clinical death) will be held by a Catholic nun on Friday, 17 February. The lecture will be given in English. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:42:00 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Speech-by-Mayor-Van-Aartsen-on-the-occasion-of-the-60th-anniversary-of-Nuffic-on-11-January-2012.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Speech-by-Mayor-Van-Aartsen-on-the-occasion-of-the-60th-anniversary-of-Nuffic-on-11-January-2012.htm Speech by Mayor Van Aartsen on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of Nuffic on 11 January 2012 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:57:47 GMT http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Klingon-opera-u-at-Zeebelt.htm http://www.denhaag.nl/en/residents/to/Klingon-opera-u-at-Zeebelt.htm Sci-fi fans are all abuzz about the world’s first authentic Klingon opera ‘u’ which will play at Theater Zeebelt on Friday, 17 February. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:52:00 GMT