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Dutch police were “ambushed” and attacked with fireworks, says new report

According to a new report, Dutch police and emergency workers were allegedly "ambushed" and attacked by fireworks during New Year's Eve celebrations. Speaking to the NOS, Deputy Chief of Police Wilbert...

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Can I keep my foreign bank account while living in the Netherlands?

Keeping your foreign bank account in the Netherlands is perfectly legal, but it may not always be practical if you鈥檙e living and working here long-term. Moving to the Netherlands comes with its share of administrative...

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When you first move to the Netherlands, there are a million and one things to sort out, so it鈥檚 understandable if your Dutch pension isn鈥檛 at the forefront of your mind.  However, what many internationals...

Being short in the 五楼自拍: a short guide for the vertically-challenged

The Dutch are famous for being super tall, which is hard to miss when there are so many towering people around you 鈥 they even have something called Klub Lange Mensen, or Tall People's Club. Tips...

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For expats in the Netherlands, December is a confusing time. Saint Nicolas, who? What about the Christmas Man (kerstman)? Does Christmas fall on December 5 or 25? And what about all the festive...

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Winter is finally in here, which means Netflix, hot chocolate, and every reason to stay inside (yeah, we're working on that winter body). To all my friends: see you again in March, or whenever...

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Can I keep my foreign bank account while living in the Netherlands?

Keeping your foreign bank account in the Netherlands is perfectly legal, but it may not always be practical if you鈥檙e living and working...

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When you first move to the Netherlands, there are a million and one things to sort out, so it鈥檚 understandable if your Dutch...

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The Dutch are famous for being super tall, which is hard to miss when there are so many towering people around you 鈥...

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Mobile phones and SIM cards in the 五楼自拍: ultimate 2026 guide

Moving to the Netherlands offers several challenges: from navigating the housing crisis to registering yourself, and you've beat them all! But now, there's...

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Social media are being flooded with AI-generated or enhanced videos of Amsterdam at Christmas-time, raising tourists鈥...

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As the Dutch centre of modern architecture and big city vibes, there are lots of things to do in Rotterdam.  This vibrant city is home to Europe鈥檚 largest port, the only...

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