This article is about Friesland province in the Netherlands. For other uses, see Friesland (disambiguation).
Friesland is a province in the north of the Netherlands and part of the bigger region known as Frisia. Its name in the Frisian language is Fryslân, which has also been its official name since 1997, and is therefore also used in official Dutch language publications. Friesland has 643,000 inhabitants (2005) and its capital is Leeuwarden (Ljouwert), with 91,000 inhabitants, in the centre of the province.
Karadzic refuses war crimes pleas Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:47:06 -0000 A plea of not guilty is entered on behalf of former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic at the UN war crimes tribunal. Crash plane 'was almost swapped' Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:01:07 -0000 The airline involved in the Madrid plane crash had considered switching aircraft at the last minute, a minister says. Georgia breaks ties with Russia Fri, 29 Aug 2008 23:10:28 -0000 Georgia is to cut diplomatic ties with Russia, days after Moscow recognised South Ossetia and Abkhazia as independent.
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Georgia and Russia Cut Diplomatic Ties Sat, 30 Aug 2008 06:01:20 -0000 The Georgian government broke off diplomatic relations with Russia on Friday and Russia responded by doing the same.
Karadzic Declines to Plead at War Crimes Court Sat, 30 Aug 2008 06:02:14 -0000 The former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic refused Friday to enter pleas on the 11 charges he faces at the United Nations war crimes tribunal.
Russia to Ban Imports of Some U.S. Poultry Sat, 30 Aug 2008 04:47:45 -0000 Russia will ban imports from 19 producers in the United States and warned that an additional 29 suppliers face a possible ban on health and safety grounds.
L.A. Times - Europe
Italy mobsters block efforts to clean up toxic trash heaps Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0700 Residents in the Naples area have higher rates of cancer and other diseases. Activists who fight back have been threatened and witnesses killed.
Raffaele del Giudice was a crusader. Squeezed into a sports jacket and a beat-up Fiat, he roamed the illegal trash dumps of southern Italy, covering his nose against the stench and exposing what he considers the ecological crime of the century.
Obama turns to Greek columns for support Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0700 The Athenian stadium backdrop for the Democratic candidate's acceptance speech is rife with symbolism.
In 1960, after John F. Kennedy decided to move his convention acceptance speech from the brand-new Sports Arena to the larger Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum next door, he addressed a crowd of 80,000 from a stage that seen through 21st century eyes looks innocent and modest, if not clumsy. On the front of the lectern, just beneath the microphones, was a simple sign, its capital letters as skinny as Kennedy's tie, reading "Democratic National Convention." Below that, a large painted eagle spread its wings.
Robert Kendrick tests Novak Djokovic at U.S. Open Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0700 Former Pepperdine standout Kendrick looks strong in first set, but Serbia's Djokovic then shows why he is No. 3-ranked player.
NEW YORK -- For the first 12 games, they played as equals.
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Tests confirm no radioactivity release from incident at UN laboratory Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 Independent experts have confirmed the initial findings of the United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) that there was no release of radioactive material to the environment after an incident at one of its laboratories earlier this month. Over 2,000 displaced from Georgia buffer zone register with UN agency Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 The United Nations refugee agency says that some 2,300 people from villages in the buffer zone between the Georgian town of Gori and the breakaway region of South Ossetia have registered in Gori as internally displaced people. Secretary-General convenes senior UN staff retreat in Italy Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon opened a retreat today in Turin, Italy, for dozens of senior United Nations officials to discuss how the Organization can best tackle key global challenges, including climate change, the food crisis, human rights and staff safety.
Europe - International Herald Tribune
Georgia and Russia sever diplomatic ties By ANDREW E. KRAMER Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:23:17 -0000 The move marked the first time since the collapse of the Soviet Union that Russia had severed formal diplomatic ties with one of the 14 other autonomous republics that became independent states in 1991. Putin suggests U.S. role in Georgia clash By Clifford J. Levy Fri, 29 Aug 2008 06:12:40 -0000 Russia's prime minister said he thought the U.S. might have helped "stir up" the conflict to benefit one of the presidential candidates. Security group refuses to back Russia's actions By David L. Stern Fri, 29 Aug 2008 06:13:17 -0000 Members of a regional security group offered little support for Moscow's military action in Georgia. Bush ready to scrap Russia nuclear deal By PETER BAKER Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:23:17 -0000 The imminent collapse of a nuclear deal between the United States and Russia represents the most tangible casualty so far of deteriorating relations with Russia. Karadzic refuses to enter pleas in war crimes case By MARLISE SIMONS Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:23:17 -0000 Radovan Karadzic, the former Bosnian Serb leader, appeared in court Friday in The Hague and refused to enter pleas to all 11 charges against him. He dismissed the tribunal as "a court of NATO." The Olympic flame, for now, burns bright in Britain By ALAN COWELL Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:23:17 -0000 The giddiness surrounding those acclaimed as Britain's Olympic heroes reflected a peculiarly British attitude - a reworking of the adage ascribed to Euripides that those whom the gods wish to destroy they first make mad.
Aan de Kade - Studio bed and breakfast in the centre of Leeuwarden, Friesland. Fully furnished with a wide view over a canal with old ships.
Meta Description: [ Homepage bed and breakfast studio Aan de Kade in Leeuwarden Friesland ]
Boarnshiem - Milk cattle farm with camp site, bed and breakfast and group accommodation in Aldeboarn. Informs about the facilities and touristical possiblities.
Meta Description: [ Groepsaccommodatie Boarnshiem in friesland is geschikt voor een familiereünie of familie weekend voor groepen tot 24 personen. De accommodatie kan tevens gebruikt worden als vergaderruimte in friesland of cursusruimte in friesland.
De friese boerderij is omgebouwd tot groepsaccomodatie met tweep... ]
California Classics - Classic cars specially imported from California. With online pictures of the cars.
CNAL Ltd. - Company developing and selling art/promotion products, particularly Friesian art cows and horses, and promoting art-cow-events. [English/Dutch]
Meta Description: [ CNAL, Fryslân promotor. Aparte PROMOTIE adviezen, grootschalige PROMOTIE projecten. CNAL levert levensechte kunstkoeien en Friese paarden! De kunstpaarden zijn het vervolg op het 'lân fân kij' project (Lan fan kij) ]
Dairy Farm Camping - Includes area information, rates and location details, also links to attractions.
Meta Description: [ Campground, B&B and large
mobile homes next to lake at dairyfarm in Friesland, the Netherlands. You can swimm, fish or canoe.
Luxury mobile homes and large tents for rent, also Bed & Breakfast in the farm, perfect for children and adults alike!... ]
De Kuilart - Bungalows and camping places at five stars camping. Information on possible activities and route to get there.
Meta Description: [ In Friesland, Niederlande, zwischen den friesischen Seen, liegt der fünf Sterne Campingplatz De Kuilart, ein Zentrum der Wassersport mit Bootsverleih, Segelunterricht usw. ]
DRF--Friesland International--Home - Digital Region Friesland home of the Frisians worldwide
Meta Description: [ Digital Region Friesland home of the Frisians worldwide ]
Fishermans House - Vacationvilla in Makkum with wide view over the Lake and veranda above the water. For Rent.
Fishermanvilla on the IJssel Lake - Descriptions and pictures of two holliday houses in Makkum.
Meta Description: [ Luxurious holiday house with sauna, whirlpool, ... and a broad view on the lake ]
FNMA Charters BV - Yacht charter which rents luxurious motor yachts for bareboat sailing.
Meta Description: [ Jachtcharter FNMA, verhuur luxe motorjachten in Friesland, op de eigen werf gebouwde stalen kruisers, voor een mooie vakantie op de Friese meren ]
Friesland Campings - Information and pictures of four campings, includes location and area details.
Meta Description: [ Friesland Camping sites - Accomodation for visitors of the Keukenhof, the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam and other centres of Dutch painting, culture and landscape provide the six Friesland Campings in Friesland, Netherlands. ]
Glazenburg - Bed and Breakfast in Sneek. With information on prices.
Het Stadhouderlijk hof - Four stars hotel in the centre of Leeuwarden. With pictures and information on the service.
Hotel Bordine - Bed and Breakfast in Leeuwarden. Information on the town and services.
Meta Description: [ Bed & Breakfast Studio/Rooms with Shower and Kitchenette. Price 25 Euro p.p.p.n.. Leeuwarden, Netherlands. ]
I-Friesland - Provides the history of Friesland and links to a online dictionary, forum and guestbook.
Meta Description: [ A meeting-place for sharing Frisian stories, Frisian genealogy, and Frisian history in order to preserve the 2,000 year traditions of the freedom-loving and independent Frisians. ]
Interwad - Intended to provide a forum for questions, answers and ideas about the Wadden Sea.
Meta Description: [ InterWad: beleef de Waddenzee op Internet. De website voor informatie en meningen over de Waddenzee. Geef uw mening over het waddenbeleid, surf naar informatie of bekijk kaarten van het waddengebied. ]
Luxury Catamarans | Sailing Charter boat vacation - Power catamarans available for bareboat charters, crewed charters, group
charters in exotic destinations. Bareboat charter sailing, crewed charter,
crewed catamaran, power boat vacation.
Mobile Water Supply - Gives information on the supply systems for fire service and disaster management, consisting of portable floating pumps, large diameter hoses and hose handling systems.
Studio/Bed and Breakfast in Leeuwarden - Fully furnished studio with wide view over canal.
Meta Description: [ Homepage bed and breakfast studio Aan de Kade in Leeuwarden Friesland ]
The Island of Föhr Genealogy - Resources for people seeking information about their ancestors from the island of Föhr. Includes a surname index, history of the region, and guestbook for posting of queries.
south by the Wadden Sea. It is the largest and westernmost of the East Frisian Islands in the North Sea, due north of the ...