Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Carefree Koninklijke HFC brushes aside Spakenburg and looks to the new season with confidence. 'Glad it's over'
Koninklijke HFC concluded their season with a 3-2 victory over Spakenburg. The Haarlem-based team's performance in the final match provides confidence for the upcoming season.
Romanian director Cristian Mungiu wins his second Palme d'Or with 'Fjord'
Klaasje Meijer glad K3 comeback is temporary: 'Very intensive'
Singer Klaasje Meijer expressed her satisfaction that her temporary return to the group K3 for the musical Doornroosje is not permanent. She told RTL Boulevard that while the experience is exciting, s...
Endless stalling over young prostitutes: Hague promise unfulfilled for six governments
Six consecutive Dutch cabinets have failed to implement a legal change raising the minimum age for prostitutes from 18 to 21. Despite the simplicity of the proposed adjustment, the political promise h...
Abdelkader Benali: ‘That parasite had started growing in my stomach’
Writer and marathon runner Abdelkader Benali discussed his recovery from a long-term meniscus injury in an interview with Mezza magazine. After years of being unable to run, he expressed a renewed des...
Jennifer Hoffman (45) gives birth to daughter Holly: 'Intensely happy'
Dutch actress Jennifer Hoffman, 45, announced the birth of her daughter, Holly, via an Instagram post on Saturday. She shared that the family has been enjoying a private 'bubble' of happiness for seve...
Telstar boosts popularity of IJmuiden and Velsen: ‘We have taken giant strides thanks to the club’
The recent success of football club Telstar has significantly increased social media interest and improved the public image of IJmuiden and Velsen-Zuid. Local stakeholders are now considering how the ...
Review: Boijmans Van Beuningen explores the relationship between art and digital art with mixed success
Famous sex worker twins moved by new Red Light District documentary: 'Never seen so many underworld figures together'
Famous former sex workers Louise and Martine Fokkens attended the premiere of the documentary 'Het Hart van Amsterdam,' which explores the history of the city's Red Light District. The twins expressed...
Video | Marieke Elsinga in a cast after filming: 'Severely twisted my foot'
Two Ajax fans who threw stones at police to remain in custody longer
Two Ajax supporters will remain in custody for an additional two weeks following their arrest for throwing stones and bottles at police after a match in Volendam. The public prosecutor stated that the...
Comer/Dreefzicht resembles Van der Valk but slightly pricier: Nice ambiance, friendly staff, food could be better
The restaurant Comer, formerly known as Dreefzicht, reopened in September after being vacant for five years. While the establishment is noted for its pleasant ambiance and service, recent reviews sugg...
Pope visits toxic waste dump in Southern Italy
Pope Leo visited the region around Naples in Southern Italy to address the long-term illegal dumping of toxic waste. He condemned the environmental and social damage caused by a combination of crimina...
Shot putter Ruben and gymnast Dunja to focus on enjoying the Special Olympics
Nearly 3,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities will compete in the Special Olympics National Games in Haarlem this June. Local participants Ruben Hussaarts and Dunja Radevic emphasize that while...
Shakira says she has no time for new love: 'My plate is already full'
In an interview with the British newspaper The Times, Colombian singer Shakira stated that she is currently too busy to pursue a new romantic relationship. She explained that her priorities lie elsewh...
Ajax signs Anna Knol from FC Twente
Ajax has signed 24-year-old defender Anna Knol from FC Twente on a three-year contract for the upcoming season. Knol, who previously played for clubs including VV Alkmaar and Empoli, joins the Amsterd...
Harry Styles fans warned about heat: "Wear light clothing"
Fans attending Harry Styles' concert at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam are being warned to take precautions against high temperatures while waiting outside. Organizers recommend wearing light cl...
Masterpieces from Le Havre at Singer Laren: Photography made Impressionism flourish
The Singer Laren museum is hosting an exhibition titled 'Masterpieces from Le Havre,' featuring impressionist artworks on loan from the Musée d’art moderne André Malraux. The exhibit highlights ho...
Jaïr Ferwerda shares his best anecdotes: 'Hiddema walking his cat on a leash, pure gold!'
Reporter Jaïr Ferwerda is sharing highlights from his twenty-five-year career covering politics in The Hague. In an interview with Mezza magazine, he recounts various anecdotes involving prominent Du...
'It Takes Two' rapper Rob Base dies of cancer at age 59
American rapper Rob Base has died at the age of 59 following a battle with cancer, as announced on his Instagram account. He was best known for his work in the late 1980s hip-hop duo with DJ E-Z Rock,...
Roxane: 'My tattoos are a tribute to my family and the country I come from'
Roxane Swager from Watergang honors her heritage and family through tattoos, including a piece dedicated to her late grandmother. During a 2024 trip to Tahiti to meet her biological family, she receiv...
Historic Haarlem heritage Conrad Wharf from 1897 to make way for new construction
The Haarlem municipality has decided to proceed with a housing development that requires the demolition of historical remains of the 1897 Conradwerf shipyard, which were recently rediscovered hidden i...
Review: Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea's jazz performance at Paradiso is brimming with spirituality
South Korean actor's alleged relationship with minor turns out to be AI fake
South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun was falsely accused of having a relationship with actress Kim Sae-ron while she was a minor. Police investigations revealed that a YouTuber used AI-generated audio and ...
Author Lex Noteboom: 'I felt the pressure not to be a one-hit wonder'
Author Lex Noteboom has released a new thriller following the success of his debut novel, "De man met de duizend gezichten." He discussed the pressure of avoiding being a "one-hit wonder" and the impo...
Mystery: what are all these yellow signs on Wibautstraat?
Yellow signs along the Wibautstraat labeled "Knowledge Mile" mark a collaborative innovation district in Amsterdam that connects local businesses and educational institutions. The markers identify a s...
Ronald Koeman, Jeff Hardeveld and Sem van Duijn were the top-rated players at Telstar, but will they still be White Lions next season?
Following Telstar's 14th-place finish in the Eredivisie, Ronald Koeman, Jeff Hardeveld, and Sem van Duijn emerged as the team's top-rated players according to performance reviews. The club now faces u...
Toos & Henk - May 23
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides a unique perspective on current events through his daily comic strip, Toos & Henk. The illustrations are published from Monday to Saturday.
Lucienne has more than fifty tattoos: ‘There are more to come’
Lucienne Koehoorn, a 35-year-old from Heiloo, views her body as a canvas for her collection of approximately fifty tattoos. Despite having little remaining space on her skin, she considers them art an...
