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Sinterklaas, who doesn't know him?

Presents, pepernoten and Peters! In the Netherlands we celebrate Sinterklaas every year on 5 December. The children sing special songs, set their shoes and receive gifts. But who is Sinterklaas and who actually buys all of those presents? We will explain it all to you.
"One day I’m going to pay back all the benefits, plus interest"

The press platform 'Correspondent' calls on the Dutch to monthly talk to refugees about the challenges and problems facing them. Journalist Dick Wittenberg writes the stories. Today we have the article: "Syrian refugee Zohor Al Musry opens her own karate school in Hoorn".
Kowfurow's viewers tip
What do you do in your free time?

When I came to the Netherlands and I had to wait on my asylum process in the AZC (asylum seekers center), sometimes I did not know what to do with my time. I wondered what the Dutch do in their free time.
Film tip: The children of Miss Kiet

Miss Kiet works at an elementary school on the village of Hapert in Brabant. She teaches children of former Syrian refugees.
Why winter in the Netherlands is pretty nice after all!

It is dark early, the trains are delayed, it is cold, and it is raining… Winter is here. And if we in the Netherlands are good at something, it's complaining! But winter in the Netherlands can be pretty nice!
What is 'Kijkwijzer'?

If I want to watch a children’s program with my son, I first always have a look at the Kijkwijzer (viewing guide). Kijkwijzer was created in 2001 and informs you and your child about whether a certain program or film is suitable for the age of your child. So you will know if the program or film has any damaging images which might cause your child to become afraid.
'The day I became Dutch'
Naturalization Day

Every year on 15 December we celebrate Naturalization Day in the Netherlands. On this special day newcomers receive an official declaration which states that they have now become a Dutch citizen. With this declaration you can apply for a Dutch passport. Throughout the country these ceremonies are organized. Watch the clip about naturalization and read the personal story of our collegue Kowfurow from Somalia about how he became a Dutch citizen.