From club to pub, Pub Oost is a weekly event that strives to unify the community around the nightclub of the same name, all with the hope of creating a safe and inclusive space for nightlife. Reporter Masha Chubareva digs into what prompted them to do this, and how they are going about it.

Open Call for Oosties: Oost's New Initiative to Rebuild Its Community

With the semester start coming up, these days lots of international students have arrived to Groningen to start their new life in the city which likes to advertise itself as an open, diverse and international student city. But how international is Groningen really and how do locals feel about the many international students? 

Our reporters Saar von Ommen and Henrike Laing talked to residents to find out.

Groningen and its many international students - a close community or divided groups?

In a recently published report, the Council of Europe placed Groningen in the top 3 cities with the highest standard of living. From satisfaction with healthcare facilities to feeling safe walking around it at night, what's not to love about the city? The Groninger spoke to locals to understand their views.

By Daria Danilla

Groningers Reflect on City Following Council of Europe Report

Artificial intelligence is currently causing a lot of unrest in various industries, including the music industry. Many music creators are unclear about what their future will look like in just a few years' time. Musician and producer Marcel Wiebenga and researcher Professor Marianna Franklyn spoke to The Groninger about the current challenges and a possible future.

By Henrike Laing

Billion-Dollar AI Music Market Expected - What Does This Mean For Today's Music Creators?

Samuel Sanchez studied music in Groningen. Now he performs his combination of classical percussion music and Latin Beats at different regional events. But what does it mean to be a freelance musician and how did he discover his passion for music?

By Alina Stehle

A Glimpse into the Life of a Freelance Musician in Groningen

In our society nowadays everything needs to be fast. Delivering something and receiving it the next day, or eating in a rush between two meetings became normal and most of the time even required to handle the work load we are faced with. No wonder, the Dutch are obsessed with the snack walls: Fast, cheap and a filling snack. But what’s the history behind the snack walls and what’s the peoples favorite snack?

The Famous Snack Wall

At the beginning of December there is a highlight for all music lovers in Groningen: the Live Music Night, where more than 50 young artists perform in the Simplon.
Our reporter Alina Stehle spoke to Natalie, who will be giving her first live performance at the event.
A little spoiler: Natalie has more talents than just singing...

A Passion for Art

A new vintage store opened in Groningen at the end of January. Found in Steentilstraat, the store is called ‘Ten’ because every item costs 10 euros. 

The Groninger went to check out the place to learn more about this new opening.

New Vintage Store in Groningen: Everything is 10 euros

Training for the World Solar Challenge

As the Pride Month is coming to an end, Nadiya Vasylyeva shares her thoughts on the differences between queer communities in Ukraine and in Europe, on her own experiences, and on supporting Ukraine.

Nadiya Vasylyeva on Her Experience as a Queer Ukrainian Expat in the Netherlands

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