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Did the Dutch really buy New York for 24 dollars? 

Ever wondered how New Amsterdam became New York? That's because the Dutch once bought New York. The...
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Why the Netherlands will never have an ‘Elfstedentocht’ (Eleven Cities Tour) again

Dutch people want an Elfstedentocht in Friesland more than winning a World Cup in football or unlimited...
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7 places named by the Dutch (that you might not know about)

Before being connoisseurs of tulips, windmills, bikes, and happy children, the Dutch were seafarers, explorers, and conquerors....
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Who are the Dolle Mina’s? The Dutch feminist group is back

Who run the world? As Beyoncé wisely said, girls. But which ones paved the way? The answer...
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Johan de Witt: That time the Dutch people ate their prime minister

The Dutch may seem civilised now, but anyone with some knowledge of European history knows that was...
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Why is the Netherlands so flat? The complete explanation

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how on earth the Netherlands is so flat, you’re not alone.  When...
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The secret Dutch side of Santa Claus

Sinterklaas has left the Netherlands on his steamboat and is probably recuperating by his pool in Spain....
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7 great Dutch inventions you never knew were Dutch

Apart from an awesome little drink called gin (nope, it wasn't invented by the Brits), there are...
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