Society

In need of a giggle? This American comedian perfectly explains the hilarity of learning Dutch

Ever done a double-take when someone yells "kijk uit"? Do Dutch names still tickle you? Michelle Buteau...

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...

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...

I share an apartment with almost 30 internationals: here’s what it’s like

Ah, the difficulties of finding housing in the Netherlands. I was relieved to finally land a room...