Society

Why are the Dutch so good at speaking English?

Do you speak English? Yes, we do! The latest EF English Proficiency Index ranked the Netherlands first...

What your favourite Dutch FEBO snack says about you

You are what you eat. That means the greasy junk food you shove directly into your mouth...

The ‘Manosphere’ in the Netherlands: How the country is tackling this global issue

The increase of online misogyny, coupled with growing male loneliness and incel culture, has culminated in a...

7 things the Dutch don’t talk about, but should

There are some things the Dutch don't talk about that they really, really should. What on earth is...

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...

‘Gezellig’ or ‘hygge’? The real differences between the Netherlands and Denmark

Bikes, beers, and canals — am I describing the Netherlands or Denmark? The two countries share many...

Why does snow cause the Netherlands to grind to a halt?

We’ve all noticed that the train system here is seemingly fragile, not least when a dusting of...

5 things I wish I knew before moving to the Netherlands for love

Moving to the Netherlands is a huge step to take, especially when it's for love. Here's what...