Canadian rapper Drake announced that his ninth studio album, titled Iceman, will be released on May 15. The announcement was made in downtown Toronto, where the date was revealed through a massive display of ice blocks in a parking lot.
Dutch cultural historian Joris Oddens has discovered the first portrait of the States-General, which dates back to 1608. The artwork is significant as it commemorates the first recognition of the Netherlands as a sovereign nation.
Residents of Haarlem used water pistols, hoses, and showerheads to cool down 5,000 participants during a record-breaking hot edition of the Grachtenloop running event. Organizers set up extra drinking stations and called on locals to help runners manage the extreme heat as they navigated the city center course.
James Burrows, the influential American television director and producer known for his work on iconic sitcoms such as Cheers and Friends, has died at the age of 85. Over his decades-long career, Burrows directed numerous hit series and earned a total of eleven Emmy Awards for his contributions to the industry.
Match-worn shirts from the Dutch national team's first World Cup game against Japan were auctioned for 59,069 euros. The majority of the proceeds will benefit the Princess Máxima Fund.
Dutch media personality Erik de Zwart reflects on his personal habits and views on aging in a new interview with Mezza magazine. He discusses his interest in model trains and his decision to use Botox to maintain a youthful appearance.