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Offside Speakers: Music in the Referee’s Domain

On entering my dressingroom, I noticed a few small bags, but not typical ref bags. But on my return from my game there was another huge one with a ref picking his gear from a large collection of shirts and socks. So far nothing remarkable. But what stunned me was his bluetooth speaker blasting loud music. I was changing clothes and taking a shower, but no apologies for his claiming the locker…

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Navigating Dutch Realities: 10 Key Insights into Culture, Education, and Politics (5)

Decoding Dutch Health Insurance.Picture this: you lose your job unexpectedly, but you’re not left scrambling for survival. In the Netherlands, social security and healthcare are intertwined in a unique system that ensures everyone has access to essential medical care, regardless of their circumstances. But how does it work for expats accustomed to different systems? Yes, it’s true. When you pay…

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Navigating Dutch Realities: 10 Key Insights into Culture, Education, and Politics (4)

Blondes and Blue Eyes: Debunking Dutch Stereotypes “Tall, blond women everywhere.” It’s a common stereotype associated with the Dutch, and to some extent, it holds true. According to the UN, the Dutch rank among the tallest people in the world, second only to the Masai of Kenya. But what about the pervasive notion that all Dutch women are blond with blue eyes? Let’s unpack this stereotype and…

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Don't be a bore, learn a new language!

I recently wrote a blog about the much talked about mantra created by Iris Apfel: “More is more and less is a bore“. Her mantra hit me as an encouragement to embrace abundance, diversity, and a richness of experiences in life. I also realized that combining her, maybe peculiar sounding philosophy with a sense of curiosity can in fact lead to a more vibrant and fulfilling life. One of the things…

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The One and Only Dutch Food Delight: 'Bitterballen'

Whenever you are invited to join after-office drinks on Friday (the ‘VrijMiBo’ aka Friday Afternoon Drink) or other social event in the Netherlands, you can expect a so-called ‘bitter garniture’ to be served alongside. Be careful how you eat this, see a note of warning at the bottom. First of all, it’s not a garnish for ‘bitters’, but ‘bitter’ in this sense that it refers to the ‘balls’ that…