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Martini Tower and downtown Groningen to be relit after years in the dark
A €1,000,000 investment into Groningen city center’s light grid will modernize and implement more sustainable light fixtures.

Sophia von Seebach
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Transforming Habits: Moving Towards Eco-Friendly Alternatives
Festivals generate large amounts of waste that end up in landfills. A growing number of innovators are setting out to change that.

Lena Brinkmann
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Touchdown in Europe: How American Football is Gaining Fans Overseas
The Super Bowl is just around the corner in the US and the buzz of excitement is spreading all the way to Europe.

Amelie Janssen
Jan 28, 20253 min read


How Dutch LGBTQ+ Sports Clubs Offer More Than Just the Game
The first time Aneek went to the LGBTQ+ sporting event, GayGames in Amsterdam she was surprised to see so many people that looked like her.

Sam O. Maguire
Jan 28, 20253 min read


Dry January Trend Gains Popularity in the Netherlands
“Dry January” – the trend of staying alcohol-free for the month of January – is becoming increasingly popular in the Netherlands.

Lisa Pace
Jan 28, 20251 min read


Europe’s biggest vintage market comes to Groningen
Starting this week, for two days only, Fair Priced Vintage, the biggest vintage market in Europe, is opening its doors.

Lina Tjarks
Jan 28, 20253 min read


Malian Music Icon to Grace the Groningen Stage
Bassekou Kouyate, Mali’s most famous ngoni player, will be performing this Wednesday, 29 January in Groningen.

Anna Milovanovic
Jan 28, 20253 min read


Virtual cookies do not taste good
January 28th is Data Protection Day in Europe. Cyberattacks happen around the world, and the Netherlands is no exception.

Amber van Kempen
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Art Meets AI: Inside the Groninger Museum’s Online Platform
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping museums. The Groninger museum recently hopped on this trend by launching an online collection.

Emma Hizette
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Aging Healthier in an Aging Population
Recent studies show that the Netherlands is experiencing a fast aging, but healthier population trend. The key is in sports.

Karina Karagyoz
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Priceless Gold Artifacts Taken in Drents Museum Robbery
On Saturday, January 25th, at approximately 3:45 a.m., a robbery took place at the Drents Museum in Assen.

Maroua Zourkane
Jan 27, 20253 min read


Symbol, Myth and Inspiration: Van Gogh’s Significance for Groningen Youth
‘How Van Gogh came to Groningen’, an ongoing exhibition in Groninger Museum, reminds visitors of Van Gogh’s timeless art and showcases...

Daniela Ivančáková
Jan 27, 20253 min read


Let’s Go Dabke! Brings Arabic Folk Dance Event to Groningen
In the city of Groningen, a centuries-old Arabic folk dance is being kept alive by the Let's Go Dabke! events.

Sam O. Maguire
Jan 27, 20251 min read


David Lynch's Passing Sparks New Appreciation for His Work
David Lynch, the filmmaker who created some of cinema's most surreal films, died on January 15th at the age of 78.

Amelie Janssen
Jan 27, 20252 min read


Professional Sports’ Future in Groningen
A clear perspective on the future of professional sports and talent development is lacking in the city of Groningen.

Job Doornhof
Jan 27, 20252 min read


The Environmental Cost of Driving Environmentally Friendly
Reporter Amber van Kempen spoke with Tesla salespeople and a driver to learn more about Tesla's carbon footprint.

Amber van Kempen & Justīne Kozlovska
Jan 27, 20251 min read


Creating New Habits in Groningen’s Old Buildings
Gym in historical Groningen monument notices an increase in members in January due to people's new year’s resolutions.

Lina Tjarks
Jan 27, 20253 min read


Diamond Prices Continue to Tumble
Despite diamond prices having decreased in 2024, the Groningen high street is not particularly concerned.

Anna Milovanovic
Jan 27, 20253 min read


Romanian Wins Best Female Counter-Strike Player in the World for Third Consecutive Year
Romanian Ana Dumbrava made history by being named the best Counter-Strike player in the world for the third consecutive year.

Dia Radu
Jan 27, 20252 min read


New cycling rules on Grote Markt
On January 20th, new cycling rules were introduced on Groningen’s main square Grote Markt.

Emma Hizette
Jan 27, 20251 min read
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