Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Alternative Passion in Heemstede: Stations of the Cross through Mary's eyes at Our Lady of the Assumption Church
The OLV Hemelvaartkerk in Heemstede will host an alternative version of 'The Passion' on Holy Saturday. This production recounts the traditional Easter story through the eyes of Mary, repeating a succ...
Cheers to the death penalty!
The text reflects on the tradition of opening champagne bottles during festive occasions like weddings and anniversaries. These moments are characterized as milestones where life is celebrated.
Singer Lizzo waited to have sex until she won a Grammy
Singer Lizzo revealed that she vowed at a young age to abstain from sex until she won a Grammy Award. The artist achieved this goal in 2020 when she received her first music prize.
Special stamp marks 25 years of same-sex marriage in the Netherlands
A special stamp was unveiled at De Nieuwe Kerk in Amsterdam to celebrate the 25th anniversary of same-sex marriage legalization in the Netherlands. The country made history as the first in the world t...
Russia expels Dutch journalist
Russia has announced the expulsion of a Dutch journalist by revoking their accreditation. Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated the move is a retaliatory measure following the Netherland...
Relatives of Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre want to speak with King Charles
Relatives of Virginia Giuffre, a victim of the late Jeffrey Epstein, have requested a meeting with King Charles during his upcoming state visit to the United States. The British monarch and Queen Cami...
Amsterdam turns orange for the new Queen of the Netherlands
On September 5, 1898, the city of Amsterdam celebrated the arrival of the 18-year-old future Queen Wilhelmina. The historic event, which saw the city decorated in orange, was captured in a painting by...
Fort bij Krommeniedijk opens its doors during Defense Heritage Weekend with extra tours
Fort Krommeniedijk will host an extra guided tour on Saturday, April 18, in celebration of the Defense Heritage Weekend. This event offers visitors a special opportunity to explore the historic fortif...
Johnny de Mol and Estelle Cruijff launch new show on Radio Noordzee
Estelle Cruijff and Johnny de Mol are launching a new weekly radio program titled "Cruijff & De Mol" on Radio Noordzee starting this May. The show will air every Friday afternoon, featuring celebrity ...
What Emma (Zendaya) actually did soon matters less than what people think
Apple turns 50: still relevant or ready for the museum? ‘They are not a pioneer’
As Apple celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026, critics argue the company has lost its innovative edge and is lagging behind in artificial intelligence. To mark the milestone and the company's histo...
Divorced Japanese parents can share child custody for the first time
Japan has introduced a new law allowing divorced parents to share joint custody of their children for the first time. Previously, Japan was one of the few countries where custody was exclusively grant...
Endless stories lie beneath the sand of Haarlem: Nearly 200 years of excavations now in one book
A new archaeological chronicle titled 'Onder het zand vandaan – Archeologische kroniek 1843-2023' provides a comprehensive overview of nearly 200 years of excavations in Haarlem. The book traces the...
Star chef Nick Bril receives suspended sentence for fleeing after running over intern
Dutch celebrity chef Nick Bril has been sentenced to a twelve-month suspended prison sentence by a court in Antwerp. The ruling follows a 2024 incident where Bril ran over his assistant cook, Joe Clar...
Blossom Park Amsterdam Forest 2026: everything you need to know about the blooming season
The Bloesempark in the Amsterdamse Bos is preparing for its annual spring bloom in 2026, featuring the peak of the Japanese cherry blossoms. This natural event is short-lived, with the blooming period...
The 5 of… drummer Martijn Bosman: ‘Behind those drums feels like a safe haven’
Martijn Bosman, a prominent drummer from Haarlem who has played for bands like Kane and Guus Meeuwis, is set to perform at De Pletterij on April 13. The article profiles his extensive career working w...
Model railway club resumes train rides in Spaarnwoude recreation area, season starts on Easter Sunday
The Model Building Association Het Y has completed maintenance on the model train tracks in the Spaarnwoude recreation area to prepare for the new season. The trains are scheduled to resume operations...
Tulips everywhere: Amsterdam is in bloom again in April (and yes, they’re even floating in Vondelpark)
The annual Tulp Festival returns to Amsterdam in April, featuring extensive tulip displays across the city's parks, squares, and streets. Notable locations like the Vondelpark are being decorated with...
Dune actress Florence Pugh confirms relationship with Peaky Blinders actor Finn Cole
British actress Florence Pugh has officially confirmed her relationship with Peaky Blinders star Finn Cole via a post on Instagram. The Dune actress shared a photo of herself posing with Cole and her ...
Number of incidents involving Telstar supporters rising sharply; supporters' association sends urgent letter to members
The Telstar football club has experienced a significant rise in incidents involving its supporters alongside the team's growing popularity and fan base. In response, the club's supporters' association...
Haarlem goes crazy: hold on tight, the fair is coming
The annual fair is returning to Haarlem, featuring traditional snacks and various amusement rides. The event will be held across two primary locations: the Grote Markt and the Zaanenlaan.
From eight wheels to blades: Inline skating talent Kai-Arne (18) joins pro team Reggeborgh after moving from Zandvoort to Friesland for his sport
Eighteen-year-old skating talent Kai-Arne Ottenhoff has joined the professional long-track speed skating team Reggeborgh. Having moved from Zandvoort to Friesland three years ago to focus on his athle...
Broadway musical in the works based on animated film Happy Feet
A Broadway musical adaptation of the animated film Happy Feet is currently in development in the United States. Directed by Michael Arden, the stage production is expected to feature puppets to bring ...
Scathing report: youth work in Haarlem is failing. ‘There is a gap to bridge’
A joint report by the municipality of Haarlem and the organization Buurts reveals that youth work in the city is failing to establish a structural foundation. The investigation found that youth worker...
Vance releases book about his Catholic faith
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has announced the release of a new book titled "Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith," which explores his personal journey with the Catholic faith. The book is schedule...
Personalized smoked sausage and exercising in Blijdorp: this year's April Fools' jokes
Dutch companies participated in the annual April Fools' Day tradition by promoting various humorous and fake products. Examples mentioned include personalized smoked sausages, customizable public tran...
You can slide down the stairs in this apartment complex: We wanted a building for families
The Cornelis residential project in Amsterdam has won the 2025 Zuiderkerkprijs and is now a finalist for the Amsterdam Architecture Prize (Gouden AAP). Designed specifically for families, the building...
These influencers want to bring Amsterdammers together: ‘Someone learned Dutch through my comments’
Puppet theater offers queer artists freedom: ‘All kinds of exciting possibilities to shape sexuality’
