Society

Need a laugh? Watch this hilarious clip of John Cleese talking about the Dutch

If you're in need of a giggle today, check out this short clip of John Cleese talking...

What do Dutch people eat? A guide to Dutch kitchens: Part 1

Italians have pasta, the French have "escargot" and frog legs, and Japan has sushi. But, Dutch people...

Translation problems: things Americans new in the Netherlands may not understand

Moving to the Netherlands as an American can be a whirlwind of learning, adjusting, and wonder. But past...

What do Dutch people eat? A guide to Dutch kitchens: part two

What do Dutch people eat? If you've already read part one of this series, you know that...

How the stork became a symbol of childbirth in the Netherlands

Have you ever wondered how the stork became the symbol of childbirth in the Netherlands? Are you...

Plastic fishing in Amsterdam: removing plastic waste from Amsterdam canals

A simple walk around one of the many Amsterdam canals with a keen eye for waste and...

OPINION: why the Shell verdict was much more than just a court case win

Royal Dutch Shell has finally been held accountable for the damage the oil company has caused to...

Know your Dutch slang: coronavirus edition

It’s quite easy to view the Dutch language as an ugly duckling. One that will, helaas, never...