Actress Anya Taylor-Joy has been cast as the Sindar elf Seren in the upcoming film The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. The casting news for the new production was reported by the trade publication Variety.
Prime Minister Rob Jetten will deliver a speech this Sunday at the unveiling of a national monument for Moluccans in Rotterdam. While there is speculation that Jetten may offer official apologies to the Moluccan community, his spokesperson has declined to comment on the address's content.
Renowned Dutch artist, program maker, and voice actor Wim T. Schippers passed away last Wednesday at the age of 83 in his hometown of Amsterdam. Comedian Paul Haenen and broadcaster VPRO expressed their shock following the announcement of his death by the Wim T. Schippers Foundation on Monday.
Cape Verdean football supporters in Rotterdam celebrated their national team's draw at the World Cup on Monday evening. Hundreds of people gathered at Heemraadsplein in the Delfshaven district, while cars decorated with national flags drove through the streets honking.
Dutch footballer Matthijs de Ligt has confirmed his separation from Annekee Molenaar. The announcement follows months of public speculation and officially ends the couple's relationship.
Cape Verde achieved a major surprise by drawing 0-0 against Spain in their debut match at the Football World Cup. The team, which features several players with Dutch ties, managed to hold the former champions to a scoreless result.