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Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Pieter Henket photographs a young generation of Mexicans experimenting with gender, identity, and self-expression
German anatomist and Body Worlds founder Gunther von Hagens (81) has died
German anatomist and inventor of the plastination technique, Gunther von Hagens, has passed away at the age of 81 due to a brain hemorrhage. He was widely known for creating the Body Worlds anatomical...
Haarlem expresses support after attack during Pride in Berlin
The municipal council of Haarlem has expressed its support and condolences to the victims of an attack during a Pride event in Berlin. The city officials reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring Haarle...
Saturday market relocated on August 1 and 15
The Saturday market at the Grote Markt in Haarlem will be relocated to Zijlstraat, Nieuwe Groenmarkt, and Krocht on August 1 and 15, 2026. This temporary move is necessary to accommodate the Haarlem C...
Toy Story 5 is the most profitable film of 2026 so far
With her sense of beauty, Jessica de Heer (1956-2026) was a driving force in the world of new music
Nearly 1.2 million Dutch viewers watch Van der Poel win the final stage of the Tour de France
Approximately 1.2 million viewers in the Netherlands watched the final stage of the Tour de France on Sunday. Mathieu van der Poel secured the victory by crossing the finish line first on the Champs-Ã...
Christina Curry gives birth to daughter Cleo: 'It took almost 24 hours'
Christina Curry and her partner Kevin Curifex have welcomed their first child, a daughter named Cleo. The news was announced by Christina's father, Adam Curry, on his podcast, mentioning that the deli...
WorldPride Portrait: Ahmad grew up as a stateless refugee and now dances across the globe
Ahmad Joudeh, who grew up as a stateless refugee, pursued his dream of becoming a professional dancer after facing significant challenges. Ten years ago, he moved to the Netherlands with the support o...
WorldPride Portrait: Ahmad grew up as a stateless refugee and now dances all over the world
Ahmad Joudeh, a former stateless refugee born to Syrian and Palestinian parents, pursued his dream of becoming a professional dancer after arriving in the Netherlands a decade ago with the help of the...
Fresh graduates from the art academy showcase their work: ‘I wanted to know how fortune tellers and magicians work’
Prince Bernhard sells all business interests, including real estate and Zandvoort circuit
Peter Pannekoek draws 401,000 viewers for start of final Zomergasten season
The final season of the Dutch interview program Zomergasten premiered on Sunday evening with 401,000 viewers. Comedian Peter Pannekoek served as the first guest for the series, which is set to conclud...
Video | Usher kicks fan off stage during concert
Janine Abbring struggled with high-energy Zomergasten guest Peter Pannekoek, but her perseverance paid off
Patty Brard fears she won't have enough money for her retirement
Dutch television presenter Patty Brard has expressed concerns regarding her financial future and retirement. As a result, the 71-year-old intends to continue working for the foreseeable future to ensu...
After otter, catfish spotted near nature islands along A10: "They can grow up to 2.5 meters"
Ecologists have observed an otter and a catfish near five floating nature islands designed to connect wildlife habitats around Zeeburgereiland in Amsterdam. These sightings suggest that the new ecolog...
Opinion: My friends are suddenly leaving Amsterdam in droves and I am in a permanent state of melancholy
Drinking, dining and a bit of dancing: hospitality-industry kids open restaurant Rotate at Kleine-Gartmanplantsoen
Spot the differences: 1855 and 2026
A landmark in its own right: these strict cruise missiles ensure you don't get lost in the Bijlmer
Emma Roberts marries actor Cody John
Actress Emma Roberts married actor Cody John during a private wedding ceremony held in Sun Valley, Idaho, on Saturday. Entertainment news outlet TMZ reported the event and published photos of the cere...
Weather is not cooperating but Kwaku organizers remain hopeful: You can spend 100 million on integration, but Kwaku is integration
Hans Klok receives Fred Kaps Award
Illusionist Hans Klok received the Fred Kaps Award in Utrecht this past Sunday. The award is recognized as one of the most prestigious honors within the international magic community.
Milkshake director Samallo steps down after 15 years: "I found festivals boring and not inclusive, here there is color"
Milkshake Festival director Marieke Samallo is stepping down after fifteen years, marking the end of an era for the inclusive dance festival held in Amsterdam's Westerpark. Samallo founded the event t...
Former GTST actor Louis Talpe becomes a father for the third time
Belgian actor Louis Talpe and his wife Tiffany Ling-Vannerus have welcomed their third child, a son named Aithon. The couple announced the birth of their baby boy on Sunday via Instagram, noting that ...
Sosha Duysker gets even the most tired walkers dancing at the Nijmegen Marches
Haarlem windmill De Eenhoorn celebrates 250th anniversary and is still in operation
The historic De Eenhoorn windmill in Haarlem recently celebrated its 250th anniversary. The paltrokmolen remains fully operational as a wooden sawmill, maintained by dedicated volunteers who have pres...
Estavana Polman does not recommend a professional sports career for her daughter: 'Very unhealthy'
Former handball international Estavana Polman has advised her nine-year-old daughter, Jesslynn, against pursuing a professional sports career. Polman emphasizes the physical and mental demands of elit...
