PRI's The World
December 06, 2018
During World War II, hundreds of thousands of Jews in the Netherlands paid for their train, operated by the Dutch state-run company NS, that later deported to them death camps. The parents of Holocaust survivor Salo Muller were on one of those trains.
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Culture
The first cousin of the English language is alive and well in the Netherlands
The World in Words
December 23, 2016
You may have never heard of Frisian. But it is spoken by more than 300,000 people, and its revitalization is a model for other small, struggling languages.
Education
This easy maneuver, borrowed from the Dutch, could be life-saving for cyclists
PRI's The World
September 27, 2016
The next time you open your car door from the driver's seat, try using your right hand. It's how people in the Netherlands do it. And if one cyclist in Boston has his way, the entire US will soon be using the "Dutch Reach."
Lifestyle & Belief
Is Black Pete a black mark on the Netherlands?
PRI's The World
November 18, 2013
Santa Claus arrived in the Netherlands over the weekend, or rather "Sinterklaas," as he's known there. He doesn't come with elves, though. Instead, he has a sidekick called "Black Pete," who wears blackface, red lipstick and a wig. For some, he's a beloved Dutch tradition. For others, "Black Pete" is just plain racist.
Arts
Should we remove racist and offensive words from historical records?
Studio 360
January 11, 2016
A museum in Amsterdam has begun changing the names of its paintings to avoid offensive words like “negro” and “dwarf.”
Global Politics
There are 28 other monarchies in the world
PRI's The World
May 18, 2018
Are you obsessing over Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding? Well, to help you get your royal fix, here's some other information about other royal families.
Culture
Not just beautiful: Infused with rich culture and history
Studio 360
December 27, 2015
These textile patterns merely have a serial number. But in the hands of those who love them, these quickly gain names — and deep, fascinating cultural meanings.
Environment
This bike path is made entirely of solar panels
PRI's The World
November 12, 2014
The Netherlands opened up a 230-foot stretch of bike path. It's made entirely of solar panels, generating enough energy to power several homes.
Science, Tech & Environment
The British government says climate change is likely behind its wettest winter ever
PRI's The World
February 10, 2014
Britain's top climate scientist says record rains and floods lashing the UK this winter are almost certainly due in part to climate change. And she warns the country better prepare for more ahead.
Global Politics
President Obama starts this week's trip to Europe in a country where his popularity is huge
PRI's The World
March 23, 2014
The Dutch have the oldest and largest Obama fan club in Europe, according to an analyst there. The reason? He stands for diversity and cooperation with Europe —and the Dutch get his problems with the Tea Party.
Health & Medicine
California takes a cue from Europe and considers tough rules to limit the spread of antibiotic-resistant bugs
PRI's The World
April 29, 2014
A California bill modeled on European laws would impose the toughest restrictions in the US on the use of antibiotics in farm animals.