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Great Big Story
Living in the Netherlands’ Futuristic Homes
Explore Bolwoningen, a unique residential complex located in the Netherlands, just an hour away from Amsterdam. Built in 1984 by Dutch artist Dries Kreijkamp, Bolwoningen consists of 50 spherical houses made from cement and reinforced...
Great Big Story
Living in the Netherlands’ Futuristic Homes
Explore Bolwoningen, a unique residential complex located in the Netherlands, just an hour away from Amsterdam. Built in 1984 by Dutch artist Dries Kreijkamp, Bolwoningen consists of 50 spherical houses made from cement and reinforced...
Curated Video
The Battle of the Boyne: William of Orange's Triumph and James II's Defeat
This video provides a detailed account of the Battle of the Boyne in 1690, where King William III of England faced off against King James II in a pivotal conflict that shaped European history. The battle, marked by strategic maneuvers,...
Curated Video
The Battle of Aughrim: The Decisive Williamite Victory in Ireland
This video recounts the Battle of Ogrim, a pivotal engagement in the Williamite conflict in Ireland. It describes the strategic maneuvers, fierce fighting, and ultimately the decisive victory of the Williamite forces over the Jacobites....
Curated Video
The World of Clogs: History, Uses, and Fun Facts
This video explores the cultural significance of clogs, and traditional footwear associated with countries like the Netherlands and Sweden. It discusses the materials used in making clogs, their health benefits for the feet, and even...
Financial Times
Can the Netherlands lead the construction industry towards net zero?
FT Climate Capital - The UN has warned that energy use in the construction sector is at an all time high. While architects and developers juggle housing demands with attempts to turn a profit, the industry is falling behind in the race...
The Guardian
The Limits of Foreign Influence in European Politics
Steve Bannon has been playing an active role in the direction of European populist politics. Journalist Paul Lewis explains the legal limit of that influence. He meets with Bannon to ask his thoughts on the matter and to question whether...
Curated Video
Football Files - Episode 101 – ARJEN ROBBEN
TALENT WE MEET A MAN WITH INCREDIBLE TECHNIQUE, GREAT CONTROL AND GAME BREAKING SPEED. CAREER HE BEGAN WITH GRONINGEN IN THE DUTCH LEAGUE BEFORE HEADING TO PSV EINDHOVEN WHERE HE WON A TITLE WITH THEM AND WON PLAYER OF THE YEAR AT JUST...
Curated Video
Football Files - Episode 23 - NETHERLANDS
GOOD FORM A LOOK AT THE 10 WINS AND 2 DRAWS IN QUALIFYING THAT STAMPED THE DUTCH AS A TEAM TO BEAT. A RETURN THIS IS THE FIRST FINALS CAMPAIGN SINCE 1998 FOR THE TEAM WHERE THEY FINISHED IN THE FINAL FOUR AND CONFIRMED THEIR WORLD...
The Guardian
Why rivers shouldn't look like this
The quintessential image of a river you might recognise from post cards and paintings – nice and straight with a tidy riverbank – is not actually how it is supposed to look. It's the result of centuries of industrial and agricultural...
Learn German with Herr Antrim
Labeling Your House to Learn German - Tips, Tricks, & Hints - German Learning Tips #4
In this video I talk about what I think you should do in order to label your house with German vocabulary so that you can learn in your everyday life.
Curated Video
How the Dance Floor Changed Feudalism Forever | The Life & Times of Louis XIV
Feudalism was dying. In the age of globe-spanning colonial empires, commercial printing, and the scientific revolution, the idea of a state held together by a myriad of personal arrangements between ruler and nobility was beginning to...
Curated Video
The fragmentation of Dutch politics
Old divisions between right and left are breaking down, scattering voters in all directions. This will make governing the Netherlands particularly difficult.
Curated Video
Princesse de Lamballe part 3: a Loyal Friend During the French Revolution
As the French Revolution intensified, Marie Therese, the Princess de Lamballe, remained loyal to the Royal family. Learn how she attempted to protect them from various attacks on the Tuileries Palace and to retain loyal courtiers around...
Healthcare Triage
How Administrative Costs Drive Healthcare Costs
Administration of medical care is a huge driver of costs in the United States' healthcare system. Running hospitals, generating bills, and collecting payment are just a few of the activities that take up health providers' time, and run...
Next Animation Studio
The Ocean Cleanup to step up production of floating plastic collector for rivers
The Ocean Cleanup is ramping up production of its Interceptor, an autonomous system that removes plastic waste from rivers.
The Art Assignment
Art Cooking: Bone Meal | The Art Assignment | PBS Digital Studios
Gordon Matta-Clark (1943 - 1978) was one of the most influential artists of his generation, and was also the brainchild behind the infamous BONE MEAL in 1971 at the artist-run Food restaurant in New York City's SoHo neighborhood. He...
TLDR News
Europe’s Top 10 Richest and Poorest Places - Data Dive.
There is a lot of difference between rich and poor areas all over the world, and Europe is no exception. We run down the richest and poorest areas in Northern Europe and discuss the issues which arise from income inequality in Europe.
Soliloquy
Why do Dutch cities get renamed for 3 days a year?
For three days each year, Dutch cities get renamed. For example, the city I live in changes from Oosterhout to Kaaiendonk! This is all done as part of the Burgundian Carnival tradition, but let’s take a deeper look. It all started in...
Jabzy
Sack of Antwerp - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Sack of Antwerp
TLDR News
Who Does The UK Trade With Most? - Data Dive
With Brexit coming up so soon it's important to consider who the UK actually trade with. Which countries does the UK export the most of their goods and services to and who does the UK rely on for imports?
Next Animation Studio
3D printing: first 3D-printed steel bridge to be built over Amsterdam canal
Dutch startup company MX3D has announced plans to build the world's first 3-D printed bridge across an Amsterdam canal. The company hopes the technique could become standard on future construction projects.
Curated Video
Experience the Magic of Mystery Land: An Epic EDM Festival Journey
Mysteryland is an electronic music festival that takes place in the Netherlands and attracts music lovers from all over the world! See how, in addition to the music, Mysteryland also focuses on sustainable practices so there is no...