Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Boniface murdered in Dokkum, site of King's Day, but also worked in Velsen to convert locals
King Willem-Alexander will celebrate his 59th birthday in Dokkum, the historical Friesland town where the English missionary Saint Boniface was killed in 754 AD. While famously associated with Dokkum,...
Documentary reveals exactly why almost all Americans love Dolly Parton
The best food for King's Day and Night in central Amsterdam
The Foundling Podcast: Towel in which Lieve was found has been identified
A new lead has emerged in the search for foundling Lieve's biological family after a woman recognized the specific towel and clothing Lieve was discovered in 15 years ago. Detective Gerard van den Haa...
Rebel Wilson accused of 'malicious fabrications' on first day of defamation case
On the first day of a defamation trial, lawyers for actress Charlotte MacInnes accused Rebel Wilson of spreading "malicious fabrications" regarding claims of inappropriate behavior by a film producer....
Toos & Henk - April 21
Cartoonist Paul Kusters produces the 'Toos & Henk' comic strip, which is published every Monday through Saturday. The series features his unique perspective on current events and daily news.
Christina Applegate thanks fans after hospitalization: 'Getting better every day'
Christina Applegate thanked her fans on Instagram for their support following a recent hospitalization for ongoing health issues. The actress shared that she is recovering and feeling stronger every d...
Action at last for derelict Villa Santwyck in Hillegom: Apartments in monument, family homes in backyard
After years of neglect and multiple changes in ownership, Villa Santwyck in Hillegom will finally be renovated. The project aims to convert the historic building into seven apartments and construct ei...
Marocaine chef once received a 9- from Johannes van Dam for his previous restaurant
Skippers critical of extra measures on the water during King's Day
AVROTROS considers legal action after disruption of Eva talk show
AVROTROS is considering legal action against two men who disrupted a live recording of the talk show Eva on Monday evening. The broadcaster is evaluating its options after the individuals interrupted ...
Overlooked Twente war story finally gets national stage: ‘It’s time everyone hears this’
Arthur Menko has produced a podcast documenting the life of his great-uncle Sig Menko, a textile tycoon and chairman of the Jewish Council in Enschede during World War II. The project, supported by th...
Celebrate peace through song at the Grote or St. Bavo Church on May 9 with Popup Choir
On Saturday evening, May 9, a Popup Choir event will be held in the Grote or St.-Bavokerk to celebrate peace through communal singing. The event invites the public to join together for a shared musica...
Singer d4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old girl
American singer d4vd has been charged with first-degree murder by the Los Angeles District Attorney's office. He is suspected of killing 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
'The Eden Cinema' is an orange-yellow hell where lives fail to bloom
Russian protest artist Pavel Krisevich (25) denied entry to the Netherlands
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied a temporary visa to Russian protest artist and former political prisoner Pavel Krisevich. Consequently, his scheduled performance at the De Balie debat...
Anniversary bridge club BC Het Hart van Santpoort celebrates in style with Las Vegas party. ‘Everyone was watching closely as he opened his box of tricks’
Bridge club BC Het Hart van Santpoort celebrated its 35th anniversary on Saturday with a Las Vegas-themed party for its members. The event featured a variety of entertainment, including a magic show, ...
Gerard Joling incident reignites debate over throwing beer at artists
A scuffle involving singer Gerard Joling after he had a beer thrown at him on Friday night has reignited a public debate regarding the safety of performers. The incident has prompted online discussion...
Frank Sinatra’s daughter calls Trump’s use of father’s music ‘sacrilege’
Nancy Sinatra expressed her disapproval after Donald Trump shared a video featuring Frank Sinatra's song 'My Way' on the Truth Social platform. She described the use of her father's music by the forme...
Gerben van ’t Hek heard "never again" all around him. In a world full of fakes, independent journalism is more necessary than ever
Gerben van ’t Hek emphasizes the vital role of independent journalism in combating fake news, drawing parallels to the post-WWII era. He reflects on a film about the 1945 founding of the Aachener Ze...
Jan Donkers (1943-2026) loved the US, but he always remained a Northerner
Het Parool is looking for fans of Curaçao, Jordan and other countries going to the World Cup for the first time
King's Night in Amsterdam: the places to be!
King's Night celebrations in Amsterdam feature numerous events on Sunday, April 26, catering to the holiday's high popularity. The article provides a curated list of activities for those planning to a...
Three demonstrations registered for King's Day in Dokkum
Three demonstrations have been registered with the municipality of Noardeast-Fryslân for King's Day celebrations in Dokkum, where the Dutch royal family is scheduled to visit on Monday. Registered pr...
Vanished: the breakaway athletics club Atmodes fell into decline in the 1970s
Atmodes was a women-only athletics club based in Haarlem that declined and eventually disappeared in the 1970s. This retrospective article profiles the defunct organization as part of a series on loca...
Amy Winehouse's father loses lawsuit over auction of her clothes
Mitch Winehouse, the father of the late singer Amy Winehouse, has lost a lawsuit against two of his daughter's friends concerning the auctioning of her personal belongings. The High Court ruled agains...
Bike parking, toilets and more: 5 essential tips for King's Day in Haarlem
The article provides essential practical tips for visitors planning to celebrate King's Day in Haarlem on April 27. It covers logistical information such as bicycle parking and public facilities to he...
Drama school De Trap won't have to close: over 130,000 euros raised
Theaterschool De Trap in Amsterdam has successfully raised over €131,000 through a crowdfunding campaign, preventing the 40-year-old institution from permanent closure. The funds will be used to set...
Drama school De Trap saved from closure: over 130,000 euros raised
Theaterschool De Trap in Amsterdam has successfully raised over 131,000 euros through a crowdfunding campaign, allowing the institution to avoid closure after facing financial difficulties. The 40-yea...
How the largest ship ever built in the Netherlands—mammoth tanker Melania—sustained damage in the North Sea Canal in 1968
In 1968, the Melania, then the largest ship ever built in the Netherlands, sustained damage while navigating the North Sea Canal. The article provides historical context on the strategic importance of...