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The Hague officially is the third largest city in the Netherlands, after Amsterdam and Rotterdam, with a population of 485,818 (as of May 31, 2009) and an area of approximately 100 km². It is located in the west of the Netherlands, in the province of South Holland, of which it is also the provincial capital. The Hague is the centre of a conurbation called Haaglanden (population 1,011,459) and lies at the southwest corner of a larger conurbation called the Randstad.
The Hague is the seat of the Dutch parliament, government and Royal Court (but the city is not the capital of the Netherlands which is a role set aside in the Dutch constitution for Amsterdam). Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands lives and works in The Hague. All foreign embassies and government ministries are located in the city, as well as the Hoge Raad der Nederlanden (Supreme Court), the Raad van State (Council of State) and many lobbying organisations.
The Hague is also the seat of over 150 international organisations, including the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court. It is one of the major cities of the UN, along with New York and Geneva .
The Hague originated around 1230, when Floris IV, Count of Holland purchased land alongside a pond (now the Hofvijver) in order to build a hunting residence. In 1248 William II, Count of Holland and Rex Romanorum, decided to extend the residence to a palace. He died in 1256 before this palace was completed, but parts of it were finished by his son Floris V, of which the Ridderzaal (Knights' Hall), still extant, is the most prominent. It is still used for political events, such as the annual speech from the throne by the monarch.
Later, the counts of Holland used The Hague as their administrative centre and residence when in Holland. 'Des Graven Hage' literally means the count's wood, with connotations like the count's hedge or private enclosure.
When the Dukes of Burgundy gained control over the counties of Holland and Zeeland at the beginning of the 15th century, they appointed a stadtholder to rule in their stead with the States of Holland as an advisory council. Their seat was located in The Hague. At the beginning of the Eighty Years' War, the absence of city walls proved disastrous, as it allowed Spanish troops easily to occupy the town. In 1575 the States of Holland even considered demolishing the city, but this proposal was abandoned, after mediation by William of Orange. From 1588 The Hague also became the location of the government of the Dutch Republic. In order for the administration to maintain control over city matters, The Hague never received official city status (although it did have many privileges, normally only attributed to cities). However, since the days of King Louis Napoleon (1806) The Hague has been allowed to call itself a city.
After the Napoleonic Wars, modern-day Belgium and the Netherlands were combined in the United Kingdom of the Netherlands to form a buffer against France. As a compromise, Brussels and The Hague alternated as capital every two years, with the government remaining in The Hague. After the separation of Belgium in 1830, Amsterdam remained the capital of the Netherlands, while the government was situated in The Hague.
Since early times, probably dating as far back as the 15th century, the stork has been the symbol of The Hague.
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The Hague is a city on the western coast of the Netherlands and the capital of the province of South Holland.
With a metropolitan population of more than 1 million, it is the third-largest city in the Netherlands, after Amsterdam and Rotterdam. The Rotterdam–The Hague metropolitan area, with a population of approximately 2.7 million, is the 13th-largest in the European Union and the most populous in the country. Located in the west of the Netherlands, The Hague is in the centre of the Haaglanden conurbation and lies at the southwest corner of the larger Randstad conurbation.
The Hague is the seat of the cabinet of the Netherlands, the States General, the Supreme Court, and the Council of State, but the city is not the constitutional capital of the Netherlands, which is Amsterdam. Most foreign embassies in the Netherlands and 150 international organisations are located in the city, including the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court, which makes The Hague one of the major cities hosting a United Nations institution along with New York City, Geneva, Vienna, Rome and Nairobi. King Willem-Alexander lives in Huis ten Bosch and works at the Noordeinde Palace in The Hague, together with Queen Máxima. The Hague is also home to the world headquarters of Royal Dutch Shell and other Dutch companies. City life concentrates around the Hofvijver and the Binnenhof, where the States General of the Netherlands are located. Because of its history, the historical inner city of The Hague differs in various aspects from the nearby smaller cities of Leiden and Delft. It does not have a cramped inner city, bordered by canals and walls. Instead, it has some small streets in the town centre that may be dated from the late Middle Ages and several spacious streets boasting large and luxurious 18th-century residences built for diplomats and affluent Dutch families. It has a large church dating from the 15th century, an impressive City Hall (built as such) from the 16th century, several large 17th-century palaces, a 17th-century Protestant church built in what was then a modern style, and many important 18th-century buildings.
The Hofvijver and the buildings housing the States General of the Netherlands
View of the Hoftoren (left) and the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport (right)
The city is becoming more student friendly with the introduction of a new campus in 2012 of Leiden University as well as Leiden University College The Hague, which was established in 2010. The Royal Conservatory of The Hague and the Royal Academy of Art are also located there, as well as The Hague University, a vocational university and a branch of The Open University of the Netherlands. The city has many civil servants and diplomats[citation needed]. In fact, the number and variety of foreign residents (especially the expatriates) make the city quite culturally diverse, with many foreign pubs, shops and cultural events.
The Hague is the largest Dutch city on the North Sea and includes two distinct beach resorts. The main beach resort Scheveningen, in the northwestern part of the city is a popular destination for tourists as well as for inhabitants. With 10 million visitors a year, it is the most popular beach town in the Benelux area. Kijkduin, in the south west, is The Hague's other beach resort. It is significantly smaller and attracts mainly local residents.
The former Dutch colony of the East Indies, now Indonesia, has left its mark on The Hague. Since the 19th century, high level civil servants from the Dutch East Indies often spent long term leave and vacation in The Hague. Many streets are named after places in the Netherlands East Indies (as well as other former Dutch colonies such as Suriname) and there is a sizable Indo (i.e. mixed Dutch-Indonesian) community. Since the loss of these Dutch possessions in December 1949, Indo people also known as Indische people often refer to The Hague as the Widow of the Indies.
The older parts of the town have many characteristically wide and long streets. Houses are generally low-rise (often not more than three floors). A large part of the south western city was planned by the progressive Dutch architect H.P. Berlage about 1910. This 'Plan Berlage' decided the spacious and homely streets for several decades. In World War II, a large amount of the western portion of The Hague was destroyed by the Germans. Afterwards, modernist architect W.M. Dudok planned its renewal, putting apartment blocks for the middle class in open park-like settings.
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19: The Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles, California
The most curious one was that of Elisa Lam in 2013. The young Canadian tourist was found inside the sealed water tank on the roof after guests began complaining about a strange taste in the water. Security footage revealed that before that she was exhibiting strange behavior. It was never solved.
18: Borgvattnet Vicarage in Borgvattnet, Sweden
In 1927, one of the residents walked up to the attic to take down his dry clothes. Imagine his surprise when something was ripping his clothes off the clothesline! Since then, there’s been numerous reports there.
17: The Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville, Louisiana
In 1796, General David Bradford built the Myrtles Plantation in Louisiana. It was later owned by Mark & Sara Woodruff. The site of at least ten others, guests have reported seeing things & hearing voices.
16: Morse Mill Hotel in Jefferson County, Missouri
Originally built in 1816 as a farmhouse, the property was converted into the Morse Mill Hotel in 1856.
15: Monte Cristo Homestead in Junee, Australia
The Monte Cristo Homestead was built by the Crawley family in 1885 & they owned it until 1948. Visitors often report feeling sick or a cold wind or unexplainable pressure on their bodies.
14: The Villisca House in Villisca, Iowa
It was never solved & shook the small town of Villisca, turning once friendly neighbors against each other. Guests can take both daytime & night tours to explore the original home where this took place. Extra brave guests can even rent out the home & sleep in the same room where this family stayed.
13: Banff Springs Hotel in Alberta, Canada
Originally built as a railway hotel in the 19th century, the Banff Springs Hotel has a history. A young woman in a wedding dress is often seen dancing in the ballroom. Rumor has it that she was to be married on the property when her dress caught fire.
12: Eastern State in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Built in 1829, the Eastern State was a lonely & dim place. Their faces were covered, which precluded others seeing who they were & prevented them from seeing others—making them essentially invisible.
11: They Shanley Hotel in Ulster County, New York
With a hidden basement room on the property, the hotel has no shortage of mystery. Activity’s been reported during the day & at night & ranges from rocking chairs moving, hot & cold spots, weird smells to piano music & moving objects.
10: Waverly Hills Sanatorium in Louisville, Kentucky
The hospital could accommodate over 400 patients & was so large that it had its own zip code. It was closed in 1961. Overnight tours are now offered, between 12am & 6am, where visitors can mingle with the original inhabitants.
9: The Ancient Ram Inn in Wotton-under-Edge, United Kingdom
The Ancient Ram Inn was built on a Pagan ground in 1145. Some guests have even reported being pushed down onto the bed by an incubus. In other instances, guests have seen furniture flying around the room.
8: Chateau de Brissac in Loire Valley, France
Built in the 11th century, the Chateau de Brissac has an interesting & lengthy history. Now a bed & breakfast, guests can spend the night encountering the castle's residents. The most famous is the “Green Lady”.
7: The Lizzie Borden Bed & Breakfast in Fall River, Massachusetts
Today, guests can stay in the exact rooms where the family lived. The gift shop sells memorabilia & guests have reported experiencing activities.
6: The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado
As the inspiration for Steven King's The Shining, it should come as no surprise that the Stanley Hotel is known for having weird guests.
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4: The Queen Mary in Long Beach, California
The Queen Mary is a floating hotel, but back in her glory days she was an ocean liner that made frequent trips across the Atlantic Ocean for upper-class passengers.
3: The Island of Poveglia in Poveglia, Italy
The island’s been completely abandoned & no locals dare go near it. It's said that visitors can still hear the trapped souls.
2: Aokigahara Forest in Mount Fuji, Japan
Aokigahara Forest is one of the most popular places in the world—second only to the Golden Gate Bridge.
1: Paris, France
They were originally created as a solution to overcrowding. It's also rumored that some visitors who enter never find their way out, getting trapped in maze-like tunnels with voices pulling them further along.
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The Hague (; Dutch: Den Haag, pronounced [dɛn ˈɦaːx] (listen), short for 's-Gravenhage [ˌsxraːvə(n)ˈɦaːɣə] (listen)) is a city on the western coast of the Netherlands and the capital of the province of South Holland. It is also the seat of government of the Netherlands.
With a metropolitan population of more than 1 million, it is the third-largest city in the Netherlands, after Amsterdam and Rotterdam. The Rotterdam–The Hague metropolitan area, with a population of approximately 2.7 million, is the 13th-largest in the European Union and the most populous in the country. Located in the west of the Netherlands, The Hague is in the centre of the Haaglanden conurbation and lies at the southwest corner of the larger Randstad conurbation.
The Hague is the seat of the Cabinet, the States General, the Supreme Court, and the Council of State of the Netherlands, but the city is not the constitutional capital of the Netherlands, which is Amsterdam. King Willem-Alexander lives in Huis ten Bosch and works at the Noordeinde Palace in The Hague, together with Queen Máxima. The Hague is also home to the world headquarters of Royal Dutch Shell and other Dutch companies.
Most foreign embassies in the Netherlands and 150 international organisations are located in the city, including the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court, which makes The Hague one of the major cities hosting a United Nations institution along with New York City, Geneva, Vienna, Rome and Nairobi. Due to these reasons, The Hague is largely known as the home of international law and arbitration.
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Walkin' in the Wind: People blown over in streets as Storm Ivar hits Norway
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The storm is continuing towards Trondelag where 20 000 people now have lost power, and buses and boats are suspended. The police are also urging people to stay away from the downtown area in Trondheim.
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The Cannibal Generals of Liberia
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Cannibalism, murder and rape are just a part of everyday life in certain regions of Liberia. Despite the United Nation's eventual intervention, most of this country's young people continue to live in abject poverty, surrounded by filth, drug addiction, and teenage prostitution. In 2009, we went to Liberia to rummage through the messy remains of a country ravaged by 14 years of civil war.
UPDATE: Charles G. Taylor, former President of Liberia and warlord, has been convicted by an international tribunal of war crimes and crimes against humanity, including rape, murder, and the use of child soldiers. He is the first head of state to be found guilty by an international court since the Nuremberg trials.
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Driving through Hampshire
Hampshire (/ˈhæmpʃər/, /-ʃɪər/ (About this sound listen); abbreviated Hants)[a] is a county on the southern coast of England in the United Kingdom. The county town of Hampshire is Winchester, the former capital city of England. Hampshire is the most populous ceremonial county in the United Kingdom (excluding the metropolitan counties) with almost half of the county's population living within the South Hampshire conurbation which includes the cities of Southampton and Portsmouth.[1] The larger South Hampshire metropolitan area has a population of 1,547,000.[2] Hampshire is notable for housing the birthplaces of the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force. It is bordered by Dorset to the west, Wiltshire to the north-west, Berkshire to the north, Surrey to the north-east, and West Sussex to the east. The southern boundary is the coastline of the English Channel and the Solent, facing the Isle of Wight.
Hampshire is the largest county in South East England and remains the third largest shire county in the United Kingdom despite losing more land than any other English county in all contemporary boundary changes. At its greatest size in 1890, Hampshire was the fifth-largest county in England. It now has an overall area of 3,700 km2 (1,400 sq mi),[3] and measures about 86 km (53 mi) east–west and 76 km (47 mi) north–south.[4]
Hampshire's tourist attractions include many seaside resorts and two national parks: the New Forest and the South Downs (together covering some 45% of the county). Hampshire has a long maritime history, and two of Europe's largest ports, Portsmouth and Southampton, lie on its coast. The county is famed as home of writers Jane Austen and Charles Dickens, as well as the birthplace of engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
6.4 magnitude California earthquake shakes Los Angeles
An earthquake with an early measure of magnitude 6.4 hit Southern California, about 150 miles north Los Angeles near Ridgecrest, California, according to the US Geological Survey.
At least four large aftershocks have been recorded, measuring 4.7, 3.5, 3.8 and 4.2 magnitude, officials said.
The quake was felt in central Los Angeles as a long, rolling quake, making buildings rock back and forth for at least several seconds.
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