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Federica Marconi

Federica was born in Rome but decided life wasn’t chaotic enough — so she moved to the Netherlands in 2019, right before a global pandemic (impeccable timing!). While mastering the art of coffee as a barista, she also conquered an MA in English Literature & Culture. She dreams of opening a literary café where books and coffee fuel deep conversations. Until then, she writes. And drinks a lot of coffee.

Dutch driver fined €439 for being on the phone (but she was actually holding an ice pack)

Getting fined €439 for driving with an ice pack? That's exactly what happened to one Dutch woman....

Good news! Temperatures of up to 27 degrees are returning to the Netherlands

The Netherlands is still split in two — sunny terraces down south, stubborn clouds up north. But according...

Police find suspected victims of human trafficking in Amsterdam’s Albert Cuypmarkt

A surprise raid on Monday rocked Amsterdam’s Albert Cuypmarkt, uncovering signs of human trafficking. According to De Telegraaf,...

The Dutch integration exam is about to change: Here’s what’s different

From July 1, newcomers to the Netherlands will face a refreshed Knowledge of Dutch Society (KNM) integration...

KLM is threatening to strike next week: here’s what we know so far

KLM ground staff might be about to make your Schiphol departure next week... a bit more dramatic. As...

No more Dutch heatwave? Rain, thunderstorms, and even HAIL may follow

Brace yourselves, because just as you were getting used to the heat, the weather's about to change...

Caught without a train ticket? The Netherlands is cracking down on fare dodgers

If you're caught without a ticket on a Dutch train, expect to be set back by a...

The Rijksmuseum has bought a 200-year-old condom and it’s a must-see

This little piece of rubbery history isn't just old — it's naughty, historically rich, and now sitting...