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“The Accra of my youth is gone”: Second-hand clothing choking Ghana’s capital
“Fishermen are catching textiles instead of fish." Second-hand clothing washing up on the Ghanian shore.
Emma Hizette & Jacques Malherbe
Mar 148 min read


“Marlboro Red or Gold?”: Counterfeit Cigarette Trade In The Netherlands
“Put them in your pocket right now, don’t go out to the street with them in your hand,” the older man strictly commands, quickly adding that

Justīne Kozlovska & Daniela Ivančáková
Feb 269 min read


The Downfall of the Rats of the Sky
How Limburg’s referendum to kill their town’s pigeons made international news
Amelie Janssen & Lina Tjarks
Feb 259 min read


Winter magic and challenges: Snow in Groningen
This week, winter has transformed Groningen into a white wonderland.

Amelie Janssen
Feb 171 min read


After ESNS: Who is Maya Maria?
A mystical sound, honest lyrics, and a visual world that immediately captivates you - Maya Maria is more than just a singer.

Amelie Janssen
Feb 171 min read


The trend to the right - Election forecast in Germany 2025
Germany is facing a groundbreaking election.

Amelie Janssen
Feb 171 min read


Why is it still a challenge for Bulgarian students to follow their Korean dream?
Deyana visiting Seoul for the first time © Deyana Dencheva Korean culture is conquering the world stage, and the number of its fans is...

Karina Karagyoz
Jan 313 min read


Groningen Continues to Remember
The local community in Groningen came together to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Lisa Pace
Jan 313 min read


Rise of the Machines: Masonry Robots in Construction
Robot of the Future © Amber van Kempen For the first time in the Netherlands, an apartment unit is being built, by both labourers and...

Amber van Kempen
Jan 313 min read


Just an image on the wall? Less availability of sports for students with physical disabilities
ACLO offers a wide range of sports activities—but none specifically designed for athletes with disabilities

Job Doornhof & Viola Duroni
Jan 311 min read


The Potential of 3D Printing in Your House
3D printers are machines that create three-dimensional objects from digital designs by layering materials like plastic or metal.

Lena Brinkmann
Jan 311 min read


Europe gears up for Handball World Championship Final
This Sunday, the championship's final match is taking place in Norway. However, nobody in the Netherlands seems to care.

Lina Tjarks
Jan 311 min read


Volunteer Organization Joins Groningen’s Fight Against Illiteracy
In order to combat illiteracy, Groningen’s municipality and partner organizations have implemented initiatives.

Sophia von Seebach
Jan 311 min read


Rotterdam’s Film Festival: Lights, Camera, Revenue!
IFFR Statue in Rotterdam © Simas Ciplinskas The International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) has long been a cultural cornerstone of the...

Justīne Kozlovska
Jan 312 min read


Are Groningen’s Small Businesses Facing Extinction?
The aftermath of COVID-19, coupled with rising rent prices, is driving many small businesses to closure.

Emma Hizette
Jan 312 min read


"Nothing in, Nothing out": The Dutch Winemakers Championing Natural Wine
The natural wine trend continues to grow. If you visit a trendy bar anywhere from Amsterdam to New York, you are bound to encounter a gla...

Sam O. Maguire
Jan 313 min read


Blue Heart Emoji Ignites International Debate
Who would have thought that a single blue heart emoji could spark such a controversy online?

Lina Tjarks
Jan 304 min read


The Biggest Sports Bar in Groningen That Won't Show FC Groningen
In Groningen stands one of the largest bars in Europe—The Three Sisters. But there’s one team you won’t see on these screens: FC Groningen.

Maroua Zourkane
Jan 301 min read


Dutch Government Decreases Funding for Liberation Festivals
Dutch Government reverses its decision to not provide additional funding for Liberation Festivals, but decreases extra funding.

Job Doornhof
Jan 302 min read


Education for All...Who’s "All"?
Nationally, six percent of Dutch school students become early school leavers, as per data released by the Central Bureau of Statistics.

Anna Milovanovic
Jan 301 min read
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