Netherlands
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Southport: Reporting on a Hometown Tragedy and Its Emotional Toll
“This sort of thing doesn’t happen around here.” It’s a phrase often uttered when tragedy strikes, and in this case,…
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Ursula von der Leyen Re-Elected for Second Term as President of EU Commission
On Thursday, the European Parliament re-elected Ursula von der Leyen for a second five-year term as president of the EU’s…
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Continued Protests in Kenya: ‘Ruto Must Go’ Slogan Echoes One Month On
esterday, tens of thousands took to the streets across Kenya, demanding President William Ruto’s resignation and calling for a “total…
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France’s Election Upset Sets Stage for Real Power Struggle
The intensity and acrimony of France’s unexpected midsummer election have subsided, making way for what promises to be a prolonged…
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Only 30 Mammal Species Left on the Dutch Official List of Pets
Starting Monday, hundreds of mammals will be removed from the official list of animals that can be kept as pets…
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Sun Seekers! Last-Minute Deals at Our Bonnes Adresses in France
“For Families: Glamping, B&Bs, Gites Domaine les Fontaines: Cozy B&B with family rooms near Tours and Poitiers Located on a…
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How did the Greens get it so wrong on ‘natural’ birth?
Reflecting on our progress since the 1990s, I often think about the phrase “too posh to push.” It’s a disgustingly…
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June 2024: Vital Updates for Expats in the Netherlands
As June arrives, we bid farewell to spring and welcome the onset of summer. Along with the anticipation of warmer…
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New Regulations to Introduce Stringent Testing for Future Drivers
Caretaker Infrastructure Minister Mark Harbers is spearheading the introduction of stringent regulations for driving schools aimed at enhancing test outcomes…
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Financial Independence: Progress in Dutch Women’s Empowerment
Three-quarters of adult women in the Netherlands prioritize financial self-sufficiency, with 66 percent achieving it last year. Among women under…
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