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Results of the Survey ‘The State of the Dutch Language’ 2021

8 November 2021

In social settings, on social media, and at work, the Dutch language is doing well. But the use of Dutch demands continued support in higher education, and the use of dialects and regional languages deserves further attention too.

Watch the Amazing Results of the Restored Ghent Altarpiece

18 December 2019

The central panel of The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, also known as the Ghent Altarpiece, shines like never before. The second stage of the restoration of Van Eyck’s masterpiece has come to an end. The restoration stripped away the 16th-century overpainting to reveal an abundance of fine details.

‘Revolusi’ Corrects the Dutch Colonial Self-Image of Indonesia

5 September 2024

In Revolusi: Indonesia and the Birth of the Modern World, David van Reybrouck documents the Dutch colonial involvement in the world’s largest archipelago from the early seventeenth century until independence in late 1949. Using his literary talent, the author combines historical research and journ

This Is How Our Cities Are Tackling the Problem of Overtourism

27 June 2024

The tourism industry in Belgium and the Netherlands has long since recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic, with visitor numbers even surpassing those of pre-2020. However, not everyone is happy with this development, as some destinations are now facing overtourism. How are the Low Countries addressing

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Dutch and Looking for a Home? Find Yourself a Flemish Partner

27 May 2024

Finding a place to live in Flanders may be expensive and time-consuming, but the Flemish housing market is a marvel of accessibility compared to its Dutch counterpart. That’s the experience of Anouk van Kampen, a former Belgium correspondent for the Dutch newspaper NRC, who has made Ghent her home

Show Empathy for Those Struggling with Dutch Grammar Rules

21 May 2024

Language rules remind linguist Marten van der Meulen of national borders: both are historically evolved, arbitrary agreements. Showing a little compassion for those who can’t immediately recall these rules is therefore warranted.

That’s Why I Happily Write With My Chatbot

11 April 2024

Dutch linguist Marc van Oostendorp is still astonished by what ChatGPT and its counterparts can do. Nonetheless, he has seamlessly integrated this artificial intelligence into his work. In this piece, he argues that collaborating with a chatbot positively impacts both the writer and the reader.

Moulding Life: Artists Craft with Fungi and Bacteria

27 March 2024

From pathogens to nature's binmen - fungi, bacteria and algae have many functions and associations. Artists and designers are increasingly embracing the sensory properties and sustainable potential of these obstinate microorganisms. Say hello to bioluminescent fungi and microbial weaving.

#25 – Pheasant Fealty

5 February 2024

After the Treaty of Arras in 1435, the international policies of the Duke of Burgundy, Philip the Good, had to overcome several hurdles if he was to achieve his aim of obtaining as much territory and autonomy as he could. Despite his reconciliation with the king of France, the two cousins would cont

American And Dutch Feminists Fought Side By Side For World Peace And Women’s Suffrage

30 January 2024

Social activism and the struggle for women’s suffrage in the early twentieth century brought together women from countries around the world, including the United States and the Netherlands. Mineke Bosch highlights how shared issues fostered a deep friendship between the American Jane Addams and th

These Are The Stories You Loved Most in 2023

21 December 2023

We asked you to name the best stories we have published this year about art, literature, language, history and society in Flanders and the Netherlands. You cast your vote and these are the results by theme.

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