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Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Friction and tension on the French coast in the treacherous summer novel Three Weeks in August
Persepolis creator Marjane Satrapi dies at age 56
French-Iranian artist Marjane Satrapi, renowned for her graphic novel and film Persepolis, has passed away at the age of 56 in France. Her death was confirmed by her family to the French news agency A...
'At the start of the evening people are hesitant; by the end we are dancing together' Participation awards for Spaarnediners and Stichting Samen
The Spaarnediners and Stichting Samen initiatives have been awarded the Participation Prizes for their work in fostering social connection through communal meals. The winners highlighted how shared di...
A place of honor for the legacy of Pieter Vermeulen: namesake nature museum opens next week in IJmuiden
The Pieter Vermeulen Museum will open its doors at a new location on Doorneberglaan in IJmuiden next Wednesday. This opening marks the conclusion of a years-long search for a suitable permanent home f...
Heritage of the Week | A Look at the Sky
A unique ceiling painting, originally from a demolished building on Sarphatistraat, has been rediscovered in a farmhouse in Zunderdorp. The find preserves a piece of historical heritage from a structu...
Sociaal Culinair celebrates its fifth anniversary at Nieuwe Groenmarkt on Sunday June 7
Sociaal Culinair will celebrate its fifth anniversary on Sunday, June 7, at the Nieuwe Groenmarkt in Haarlem. Over the past five years, the event has become a staple of the city's calendar as an affor...
To the zoo with sirens blaring and flashing lights
The annual KinderBeestFeest will take place on Friday, June 5, featuring a procession of emergency vehicles including police cars and ambulances through Amsterdam. The event provides a special experie...
Writer Lieke Marsman (35) dies
Tom Holland turned down Saturday Night Live hosting gigs due to dyslexia
Actor Tom Holland revealed on the podcast "Good Hang with Amy Poehler" that he has turned down multiple invitations to host Saturday Night Live. Holland explained that his decision was primarily due t...
Barbie playbook used for He-Man: ‘Driven mainly by nostalgia’
Following the success of the Barbie movie, toy manufacturer Mattel is preparing a new cinematic release for the 1980s action hero He-Man. The company aims to revitalize the brand for modern audiences ...
Even on that dramatic day, Yoeri’s alarm went off at 7:01 as usual
Shia LaBeouf pleads guilty to battery after Mardi Gras fight
American actor Shia LaBeouf has pleaded guilty to three counts of simple assault following his arrest earlier this year in New Orleans. The charges stem from a physical altercation that took place dur...
Toos & Henk - June 4
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides a unique perspective on current events through the Toos & Henk comic strip. The illustrations are published daily from Monday to Saturday.
Haarlem residents launch national citizens' assembly on migration: 'Combat polarization and preserve our democracy'
A group of residents from Haarlem has launched a national citizens' assembly on migration to address and reduce deep societal polarization on the issue. The initiative aims to involve approximately 17...
Why didn't Donald Pols just say it right away? It's not that simple, says psychologist Aukje Nauta
Donald Pols, the director of the Dutch environmental organization Milieudefensie, has faced criticism for concealing his past involvement with a far-right group in South Africa for decades. Experts an...
Eat for cheap and meet new people at these cozy Amsterdam community kitchens
Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed Review: The moral of the story? Never trust a camboy!
Haroon Ali: Don’t let your Dutch citizenship be taken away
Author Haroon Ali warns that far-right movements are successfully normalizing the concept of "remigration" within European public debate. He argues that this mainstreaming of extremist ideas poses a t...
Red-faced Netherlands board plane after defeat to Algeria in World Cup 2026 send-off match
The Dutch national football team suffered a 0-1 defeat against Algeria in their final farewell match before the 2026 World Cup. Ronald Koeman's side struggled to capitalize on early chances and notabl...
Video | Scary Movie actors promote new film from 'hotbox' after years
Ferry Doedens appeals fine: 'Still need to figure something out'
Dutch actor Ferry Doedens is appealing an 800-euro fine previously imposed for driving under the influence of hard drugs. His lawyer stated that the appeal is necessary to clarify uncertainties regard...
Broadcasters ask minister for action against Ongehoord Nederland in draft letter
Dutch public broadcasters have sent a joint draft letter to Culture Minister Rianne Letschert expressing concerns about Ongehoord Nederland (ON!). The broadcasters argue that ON!'s actions are harming...
German director withdraws film Wrong Move over minor's nude scene
German director Wim Wenders has withdrawn his 1975 film "Wrong Move" from all forms of distribution and exhibition. This decision follows criticism from actress Nastassja Kinski, who was filmed toples...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam from June 5 to June 7
Amsterdam offers various activities for the weekend of June 5th to June 7th, including jazz performances in the city's oldest neighborhood. Additionally, visitors can enjoy wine tasting events held in...
Little disappointment among South and Red Light District residents over erotic center cancellation
Residents of Amsterdam's Zuid and De Wallen neighborhoods have reacted positively to the decision by political parties PRO and D66 to scrap plans for a centralized erotic center. The coalition will in...
'The misery in Groningen is so massive, I had no idea.' Spaarndam author Anne-Gine Goemans dives into earthquake zone for thriller
Spaarndam-based author Anne-Gine Goemans has released a new thriller set in the earthquake-stricken province of Groningen. The novel explores both the physical damage and the emotional toll on residen...
Peter Pannekoek first guest of final season of Zomergasten
Comedian Peter Pannekoek has been announced as the first guest for the final season of the VPRO program Zomergasten. The news was revealed on the talk show Eva, with his episode scheduled to broadcast...
Sef wins Lennaert Nijgh Prize: 'Not something I ever even thought about'
Dutch rapper Sef has been awarded the Lennaert Nijgh Prijs for best lyricist of the year. He will receive the lifetime achievement award on Monday during the annual Buma Awards Gala held in Amsterdam.
Uplifting pop as grief processing for POM’s Liza van As: ‘I wanted to feel happy again’
Liza van As, lead singer of the pop group POM, has released the band's second album, 'Enlightened, baby', which uses upbeat music as a method of processing grief. Despite her initial expectations of w...
