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OPINION: Why the ˷ͧ government (really) wants fewer internationals in the Netherlands

Too much tourism, too much English on trams, and now too many students from abroad? As internationals,...

Life in the Netherlands and the US: what stands out?

The Netherlands offers a fleeting sense of comfort, worldliness, absolutely zero stress and at times, dull predictability...

Wearing shoes in the house in the Netherlands: the cultural differences

Wearing shoes in the house in the Netherlands: it's a thing. For those of us who come...

Opinion: why you shouldn’t “go ˷ͧ” this Valentine’s Day

Whether or not you’ve heard the phrase "going ˷ͧ", you probably instantly understand what this means. The...

How men can step up against sexual misconduct in the Netherlands

The year 2022 has seen more high-up ˷ͧmen caught red-handed in sexual misconduct, the latest being Ajax's...

Why all drugs should be decriminalised in the Netherlands

While drugs such as cannabis are decriminalised in the Netherlands, when it comes to policy surrounding hard...

Parenthood in the Netherlands: advantages and challenges

Being a parent is no piece of cake, no matter where you are from. However, the way...

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

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