Articles by

Lara Silva

Originally from Lisbon, Lara now lives as a Londener where she studies journalism. She enjoys writing about politics, news and culture. Her favorite hobbies include eating pizza, drinking portuguese beer and smashing the patriarchy.
Living in the Netherlands

The guide to relocating your pet to the Netherlands in 2024

Are you relocating your fluffy best friend with you to the Netherlands? Well, prepare for some good...
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Amsterdam

11 best places for the munchies in Amsterdam

We've all been there: super high and wandering the streets of Amsterdam with the munchies. The biggest...
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Innovation

Albert Heijn is using artificial intelligence to combat food waste

Albert Heijn has started using artificial intelligence to combat food waste, reports NOS. The "dynamic discount" test...
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News

European election polls: the success of the PvdA and Frans Timmermans

According to an exit poll by Ipsos for NOS, the PvdA is expected to win the most...
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International

No NEXIT! EU elections exit polls suggest no real support for Nexit in the Netherlands

Exit polls carried out by Ipsos for NOS were published Thursday evening. PvdA, a pro-European party led...
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News

State-Regulated Cannabis in the Netherlands: The Hague has decided not to participate in weed experiment

The Hague will not participate in the weed experiment conducted by the government. After consulting with coffee...
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News

Everything you need to know about the public transport strike in the Netherlands on May 28

Trade unions announced last week that the Dutch Railways (NS) will strike in three major cities in...
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Crime

Hand grenades in Amsterdam: What’s up with that?

In a capital known for its safety, hand grenade sightings and incidents are increasing in businesses in...
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