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Videos
In Amsterdam, a Tale of Love and Killer Robots
Nerds crowdsource a sci-fi adventure that imagines the city as a post-apocalyptic wonderland.
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The Netherlands' Awkward Intersection of Drugs, Tourism, and Local Culture
An effort to ban marijuana sales to foreigners threatens more than just the economy.
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Videos
Public Art by Satellite
An event is documented by a Google satellite, creating a new and unnerving lens through which to view public space.
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What Real Respect for Bicyclists Looks Like
Take a ride on this floating roundabout for cyclists, in the Netherlands of course.
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The Uncomfortable Politics Behind the History of Urban Fires
A new book offers a sweeping look at how fire – and the way we’ve responded to and manipulated it – has shaped cities in every part of the world.
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Maps
The Geography of James Bond
Who's been to more cities, you or 007?
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Rankings
European Bikeshare Rankings: Who Comes Out on Top?
The Dutch are in dead last, and one program stands above the rest.
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Photos
8 Truly Embarrassing City Souvenirs
From a Lady Liberty comb to 'I Heart London' nail clippers.
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Videos
Take a Guided Tour of Amsterdam's Tourists
A wonderful way to spend a Saturday afternoon, turning the watched into the watchers.
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A BBQ Grill Designed to Unify Estranged Neighbors
The "Buurbecue" acts as the food-grade grease that gets friendly chitchat rolling.

