Netherlands

The Netherlands Fallacy is a belief that the netherland's environmental impact (and likewise other rich nations) is decreasing and only contained to it's borders. This is not true since it outsources many industries and imports products that make it's ecological footprint ever increasing.

Well, honey, the colony of New Netherland was taken over by the British without a single shot being fired, and they renamed it New York in honor of the Duke of York. It was all very polite and civilized, unlike some other messy takeovers in history.

Well, in the Netherlands, just like anywhere else in the world, there are 5,280 feet in a mile. Isn't that just a happy little fact to know? Just imagine all the beautiful landscapes you can walk through in those many feet!

Pet animals can't really be said to be "endangered" -- that's a word used to talk about wild animals.

Netherland dwarf rabbits certainly aren't endangered. If anything, they're overpopulated: consider the fact that some are killed in shelters because there's no room for them!

In some regions, Netherand dwarfs may be more difficult to find than in other regions. Sometimes it just depends on who's breeding what nearby you. But if you live in the UK or North America, you should be able to find a Netherand dwarf to adopt, as they're rather common.

As of October 2023, euthanasia is legal in the Netherlands under strict conditions established by the 2002 Euthanasia Act. Patients must be experiencing unbearable suffering with no prospect of improvement, and their request for euthanasia must be voluntary and well-considered. The procedure requires the involvement of at least one independent physician, and cases are reviewed by regional euthanasia review committees to ensure compliance with legal criteria. The Netherlands was the first country to legalize euthanasia, setting a precedent that has influenced discussions on the topic in other nations.

Yes, Holland and the Netherlands refer to the same country, but they are not synonymous. Holland specifically refers to two provinces—North Holland and South Holland—while the Netherlands is the official name of the country that comprises 12 provinces in total. Often, people mistakenly use "Holland" to refer to the entire country.

The Boomer 25 is a compact tractor manufactured by New Holland Agriculture, a brand under CNH Industrial. CNH Industrial is a global leader in the agricultural and construction equipment sectors, producing a range of machinery and vehicles. The Boomer series is designed for versatility and ease of use, catering primarily to small farm and landscaping needs.

Well, darling, Nigeria uses Celsius like the majority of the world. So, if you're planning a trip there, make sure to pack accordingly and leave your Fahrenheit mindset at home. Stay cool, but not too cool, in Nigeria!

They reclaimed it from the North Sea, not land.

Nigeria is seven hours ahead of Illinois from the first Sunday of November until the second Sunday of March and six hours ahead the rest of the year.

It last snowed in the Netherlands on February 7, 2021, which was the first significant snowfall in almost two years. Snow in the country is becoming increasingly rare due to milder winters as a result of climate change.

The Netherlands has an extensive system of dikes, levees, and dams to protect against flooding. They have invested heavily in water management infrastructure and innovation to control water levels and prevent widespread flooding. Additionally, the country's low-lying topography and polders, which are areas of land reclaimed from the sea, contribute to their flood resilience.

Much of the Netherlands is below sea level and the sea is kept out with a great system of dikes. If the sea level rises, then there will be massive flooding.

Venice is concerned about the effects of global warming because of the risk of the rise in sea level, it could put the city under 20cm of water.

In Nigeria, natural disasters such as flooding, droughts, and erosion are common. Additionally, the country is susceptible to epidemics like cholera and meningitis, as well as occasional outbreaks of diseases such as Lassa fever and yellow fever. Windstorms and hailstorms also occur, causing damage to crops, properties, and infrastructure.

St. Maarten generally has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round. The island experiences a wet season from May to November, with the highest chances of rain in September and October. The dry season, from December to April, typically sees less rainfall and lower humidity.

The Netherlands lies on the Eurasian plate.

Those particular places have been fighting for centuries to keep from being flooded by the sea. Global warming causes ice to melt, which causes sea levels to rise, which makes flooding more likely, and harder to prevent.

The Netherlands uses Central European Standard Time (GMT+1). The difference between this and US Eastern Time (GMT -5) is usually 6 hours, and would only be different during the short periods when the US is on Daylight Savings Time and the Netherlands is not on Summer Time, which is about 2 weeks in late March and less than a week in the fall (October-November).

The national flower of St. Maarten is the Ginger Thomas, which is a vibrant yellow flowering plant commonly found throughout the island. It is known for its bright color and ability to thrive in tropical climates.

The Netherlands is in the Central European Time Zone (CET), which is UTC+1. During Daylight Saving Time, it switches to Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is UTC+2. So the Netherlands has 2 time zones: CET and CEST.

Go about 40 inches in my back yard last winter.

The Netherlands is located approximately 52.3 degrees north of the equator. This means it is quite far north in terms of latitude and experiences four distinct seasons due to its position away from the equator.

The distance between them is about 357.52 km.

Yes, Gouda is in the west of the Netherlands near Rotterdam.

The major rivers in Nigeria are the Niger River, Benue River, and the Sokoto River. These rivers are important for transportation, agriculture, and provide a source of water for communities across the country.