Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Cookbook author Noni (33) and chef Isaac (34) met in the kitchen: ‘That’s where the sparks literally flew’
Anonymous steel elephants in staircase landing stir up stories about famous elephant Hansken
'Polka dot artist' Yayoi Kusama, Matisse from the Pompidou, Willem de Kooning: this is the art we're looking forward to this autumn
Actor Cees Geel (61) dies suddenly of cardiac arrest
Actor Cees Geel (61) dies suddenly of cardiac arrest
Dutch actor Cees Geel passed away suddenly on Tuesday morning at the age of 61 due to a cardiac arrest. The news was confirmed by his management on behalf of his family.
Laura Pausini and Robbie Williams to perform at World Cup closing ceremony
Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, and Robbie Williams are scheduled to perform at the World Cup final closing ceremony this Sunday. The event will also feature an appearance by actor Tom Cruise.
Brenda’s child (19) is non-binary: ‘They dare to be themselves in a way I never would’
In this installment of the series 'De moeder van', 57-year-old Brenda Schaaper discusses her 19-year-old non-binary child. The article marks International Non-Binary People's Day by highlighting a mot...
Bob Sikkes and DJ Bella on De Zwoele Stad discuss Amsterdam nightlife, the housing market, and World Pride
The talkshow De Zwoele Stad features contractor Bob Sikkes and DJ Bella discussing the Amsterdam housing market, the city's nightlife, and the upcoming World Pride event. The conversation highlights t...
Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton auctioned for record 50 million dollars
The skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus rex named Gus was sold at an auction for a record-breaking $50.1 million. This sale marks the highest price ever paid for a dinosaur skeleton at an auction.
Uproar over Sophie Straat’s ‘women to the front’ call is striking: it’s a well-known tradition in the punk scene
Iron Maiden sells music rights to ABBA singer Björn Ulvaeus' company
The British heavy metal band Iron Maiden has sold a portion of its music catalog to Pophouse Entertainment, a Swedish company co-founded by ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus. Financial details of the transaction ...
Photographer Wesley Doran is Het Parool’s Image Maker: ‘My grandmother’s photos finally do her justice’
Going on holiday together is fun, but how do you find time for yourself? Lower your expectations
Researcher Ondrej Mitas offers advice on how to maintain personal time and manage expectations while traveling with others to ensure a positive holiday experience. This is the second part of a series ...
It started with a tin of sardines, now there is the Tastes of Nieuw-West project where residents share culinary memories
3voor12 editorial team condemns wave of hate towards Sophie Straat
The editorial team of 3voor12 has publicly condemned the wave of online hate directed at artist Sophie Straat following her performance at the Best Kept Secret festival. The organization issued this s...
Fire at snack bar in Amsterdam-West
A large fire broke out at a snack bar on Jan Evertsenstraat in Amsterdam-West this afternoon. Firefighters are on the scene, and residents have been advised to keep windows and doors closed due to hea...
Oscar Gloukh is determined to succeed at Ajax: 'It was kind of Berghuis to stand up for me'
Review: Trio Pantoum has an excellent ear, but where is the life in their playing?
Five kilometers of Beethoven's Fifth: musicians accompany runners during the Canal Festival
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit leaves hospital after lung transplant
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been discharged from the hospital nearly a month after undergoing a lung transplant. She is now set to continue her recovery at home over the coming months.
Tawny owls are on the rise in Amsterdam, which is bad news for rats (and good news for us)
Jörgen Raymann returns to the theater after ten years: I found it terrifying
Comedian and presenter Jörgen Raymann returns to the stage after a ten-year absence with his new show, Bigi Yari. He admitted to feeling very nervous about performing in the theater again this coming...
Daniël Lippens and Roelof de Vries to host new Radio 2 morning show
Starting in August, Daniël Lippens and Roelof de Vries will host the new morning show on NPO Radio 2. They will succeed the show 'Jan-Willem Start Op!', as presenters Jan-Willem Roodbeen and Jeroen K...
Drag queen Ave Maria Orchestra: I wanted to know what happens when you let go of all expectations of yourself
Robert de Graauw, a 41-year-old performer, has recently adopted the drag persona Ave Maria Orchestra. She is set to host a diva bingo event at Café Montmartre during WorldPride Amsterdam on August 6.
Netflix to launch game show based on Monopoly board game
Netflix is developing a reality game show based on the classic board game Monopoly. Twelve contestants will compete for a grand prize of $2 million, with the series expected to premiere in the fall of...
Video | Tom Cruise surprises with complete transformation in film Digger
Sophie Straat misses 'public solidarity' after controversy over performance
Singer Sophie Straat has expressed disappointment over a lack of public solidarity following the backlash she received for her performance at the Best Kept Secret festival. During the show, she reques...
Marcos Leonardo smashed Neymar and Rodrygo’s youth records at Santos – now he must help Ajax score goals
Justin Baldoni refuses to pay Blake Lively's 'excessive' legal fees
Justin Baldoni has requested that a judge reject or significantly reduce the $8.4 million in legal fees demanded by Blake Lively following a defamation case. The court had previously ordered Baldoni t...
