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Articles by

Federica Marconi

Federica was born in Rome but decided life wasn’t chaotic enough — so she moved to the Netherlands in 2019, right before a global pandemic (impeccable timing!). While mastering the art of coffee as a barista, she also conquered an MA in English Literature & Culture. She dreams of opening a literary café where books and coffee fuel deep conversations. Until then, she writes. And drinks a lot of coffee.

The Rijksmuseum has bought a 200-year-old condom and it’s a must-see

This little piece of rubbery history isn't just old — it's naughty, historically rich, and now sitting...

Temperatures could reach up to 36 degrees in the Netherlands next week

After yesterday's heat, today cools things down with clouds, showers, and some gusty wind, but don't worry,...

Rutte congratulates and thanks Trump during NATO Summit, US president enjoyed sleepover with royals

Trump is in The Hague — and it's all about him. Before the US president even stepped...

Trump to stay with ˷ͧ royals, drops f-bomb before boarding flight to the Netherlands

Trump hadn't even taken off for The Netherlands before the real turbulence started, not in the air,...

You can now go-kart through Amsterdam (and people are not happy about it)

Pirate flags, motorised karts, and joyrides past the Rijksmuseum — Amsterdam has officially become a live-action Mario...

Paying double: ˷ͧ Lay’s and Doritos will now come in a box (and not everyone’s a fan)

Lay’s and Doritos have a brand-new look in the Netherlands, but your wallet might not love it....

Summer-like temperatures to follow wet, moody ˷ͧ weather this week

It may not feel like it today (or tomorrow), but summer is coming — pinky promise. 🌞 Let's...

Hoera! The Netherlands offers non-EU workers the highest minimum salary in all of Europe

The ˷ͧ have done it again, claiming the top spot for the highest minimum salary offered to...