Simone Jacobs

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Editor for the Netherlands at IamExpat Media. Simone studied Genetics and Zoology at the University of Pretoria in South Africa before moving to the Netherlands, where she has been working as a writer and editor since 2022. One thing she lo... show more
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Eurostar passenger numbers rise by 18 percent on Amsterdam-London routeEurostar passenger numbers rise by 18 percent on Amsterdam-London route
The Netherlands supports contribution to NATO mission in GreenlandThe Netherlands supports contribution to NATO mission in Greenland
Dutch trains to run as normal from Friday after winter-related issuesDutch trains to run as normal from Friday after winter-related issues
Packages from outside EU to cost 3 euros more with new customs dutyPackages from outside EU to cost 3 euros more with new customs duty
Dutch student rooms among most expensive in EuropeDutch student rooms among most expensive in Europe
12.000 tenants live in Dutch social housing while owning one or more homes12.000 tenants live in Dutch social housing while owning one or more homes
Fewer Dutch municipalities opt to charge annual dog taxFewer Dutch municipalities opt to charge annual dog tax
D66, CDA and VVD to form rare minority cabinet in the NetherlandsD66, CDA and VVD to form rare minority cabinet in the Netherlands
More young people buy first home as Dutch landlords sell off rental propertiesMore young people buy first home as Dutch landlords sell off rental properties
[Video] Animals at Dutch zoos have winter fun in the snow[Video] Animals at Dutch zoos have winter fun in the snow
Most popular baby names in the Netherlands for 2025 revealedMost popular baby names in the Netherlands for 2025 revealed
70kg minute hand falls from clock of Utrecht’s Dom Tower70kg minute hand falls from clock of Utrecht’s Dom Tower
Arthouse cinemas in the Netherlands see highest number of visitors in 10 yearsArthouse cinemas in the Netherlands see highest number of visitors in 10 years
Fewer Dutch drivers interested in switching to electric cars, survey showsFewer Dutch drivers interested in switching to electric cars, survey shows
Wintry showers on the cards as Storm Goretti hits the NetherlandsWintry showers on the cards as Storm Goretti hits the Netherlands
Why does Dutch transport come to a standstill after a few centimetres of snow?Why does Dutch transport come to a standstill after a few centimetres of snow?
Travellers stranded at Dutch airports and schools closed amid snow chaosTravellers stranded at Dutch airports and schools closed amid snow chaos
How to use Dutch public holidays in 2026 for a longer time offHow to use Dutch public holidays in 2026 for a longer time off
Dutch emergency rooms saw spike in fireworks injuries over New YearDutch emergency rooms saw spike in fireworks injuries over New Year
More major traffic disruptions hit the Netherlands as snow continuesMore major traffic disruptions hit the Netherlands as snow continues
Fines for driving offences in the Netherlands to cost more in 2026Fines for driving offences in the Netherlands to cost more in 2026
Flights and trains disrupted by Dutch weather as code orange issued for snowFlights and trains disrupted by Dutch weather as code orange issued for snow
The Netherlands sees sharp rise in sick leave rates for 2025The Netherlands sees sharp rise in sick leave rates for 2025
Mobile data use in the Netherlands hits record highMobile data use in the Netherlands hits record high
Baby elephant born at Amsterdam zoo during festive seasonBaby elephant born at Amsterdam zoo during festive season
Most frequently used passwords in the Netherlands for 2025 revealedMost frequently used passwords in the Netherlands for 2025 revealed
Euromast in Rotterdam to be closed for three-month renovationEuromast in Rotterdam to be closed for three-month renovation
The Netherlands sent record-breaking 170 million Tikkies in 2025The Netherlands sent record-breaking 170 million Tikkies in 2025
Snowy weekend to kick off 2026 in the NetherlandsSnowy weekend to kick off 2026 in the Netherlands
These 20 Dutch municipalities have a fireworks ban for New Year’s Eve 2025These 20 Dutch municipalities have a fireworks ban for New Year’s Eve 2025
Dutch law in 2026: This is what’s changing in the Netherlands next yearDutch law in 2026: This is what’s changing in the Netherlands next year
What to expect when visiting a Dutch saunaWhat to expect when visiting a Dutch sauna
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