Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Pinkpop closely follows World Cup match but won't sideline artists
Attendees at the Pinkpop music festival in the Netherlands faced a choice on Saturday between watching a live World Cup football match and seeing scheduled musical performances. The designated viewing...
Charles to be first monarch to make tax returns public
King Charles III will become the first British monarch to make his personal tax returns public in an effort to increase transparency. The decision by Buckingham Palace comes as the royal family's fina...
Wolter Kroes cancels performance due to voice problems and must take vocal rest
Dutch singer Wolter Kroes canceled his performance at the AJOC Festival in Mijdrecht on Saturday due to sudden voice problems. He expressed disappointment over the cancellation and announced he must t...
Packed Café Scheiwijck goes wild for dazzling Dutch team: 'This is insane. We must reach the next round'
Fans at café Scheiwijck in Beverwijk celebrated a dominant 5-1 victory for the Dutch national football team. The atmosphere was euphoric as supporters expressed their excitement for 'Oranje' and the ...
Virgil van Dijk: Good game, but it has to be even better
Dutch national team captain Virgil van Dijk expressed satisfaction with his team's 5-1 World Cup victory over Sweden while emphasizing the need for continued improvement. He noted that despite many go...
Netherlands break Brazil's record with 14 unbeaten World Cup matches
The Dutch national football team has broken a long-standing record previously held by Brazil after achieving fourteen consecutive unbeaten World Cup matches following a 5-1 victory over Sweden. This m...
Dua Lipa reveals wedding dress in first photos from Sicily wedding
Dua Lipa has shared the first photos from her June 6 wedding to Callum Turner on the Italian island of Sicily. The images feature the singer posing with her new husband while showcasing her wedding dr...
Yanaika interviews someone on stage about sexuality and intimacy with autism
Yanaika interviewed an individual on stage about navigating sexuality and intimacy while living with autism. The discussion took place during an event specifically designed for people who find the soc...
Great atmosphere at Haarlem's Café Studio after 2-0 win over Sweden
Fans at Café Studio in Haarlem celebrated a 2-0 victory for the Netherlands against Sweden. The atmosphere at the Grote Markt was festive as supporters gathered to watch the national team's success.
Netherlands lead Sweden 2-0 after just 15 minutes
The Dutch national football team secured a 2-0 lead against Sweden within the first fifteen minutes of their match. Striker Brian Brobbey scored both goals for Oranje before the first scheduled drink ...
Dreams come true for Suzan & Freek and Haevn on second day of Pinkpop
Dutch artists Suzan & Freek and the band Haevn performed for the first time at the Pinkpop festival in Landgraaf during its second day in 2026. Both acts achieved a significant career milestone by fin...
Many Dutch fans out early for celebration in Houston
Dutch football fans gathered early at a fan square in Houston on Saturday to celebrate before the national team's World Cup match against Sweden. The event highlights the enthusiastic support for the ...
Briny mussels and melt-in-the-mouth Spanish ham: that typical tapas vibe at Bilboa (8)
Bilboa is a new tapas restaurant located at the Oude Groenmarkt in Haarlem that focuses on authentic Spanish flavors and traditional dishes. The establishment offers a wide selection of menu items, in...
After Harry Styles nightmare, Ajax faces potential scheduling clash with De Toppers next year
Ajax may face a scheduling conflict at the Johan Cruijff Arena in May 2027 if they participate in the European football play-offs, as the stadium is already booked for concerts by De Toppers. Under cu...
Missing British tapestry resurfaces after 100 years at Maastricht art fair
A British tapestry that had been missing for over a century was rediscovered by a curator during an art fair in Maastricht. The historic piece is scheduled to be displayed for the first time since its...
Exhibition on the mystery of missing art from Slotervaart Hospital: ‘Like phantom works’
Ajax midfielder Sivert Mannsverk joins Sparta Prague permanently
Ajax has announced the permanent transfer of Norwegian midfielder Sivert Mannsverk to Sparta Prague. The 24-year-old player, who spent the previous season on loan with the Czech club, officially leave...
These locals are competing in the World Cup in North America
Several players from Amsterdam are competing in the ongoing World Cup in North America, representing both the Dutch national team and other countries. The Netherlands is scheduled to play a match agai...
Dutch order food en masse during World Cup: Frikandel and pizza Margherita most popular
Dutch food delivery services are experiencing a significant surge in orders as fans watch the national team compete in the World Cup. Popular items include frikandellen and pizza Margherita, leading s...
Toppers in Concert to return to Johan Cruijff ArenA next year
The Toppers will return to the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam for their "Toppers in Concert" event on May 28 and 29, 2027. The concert dates were confirmed by the event organizers following initial ...
Netherlands vs. Sweden can also be watched on Zandvoort beach: 'But I have no illusion that people come here specifically for that'
Beach pavilions at Zandvoort beach are preparing to screen the upcoming football match between the Dutch national team and Sweden this Saturday evening. While screens are being provided as a service t...
Readers divided over new herring season coverage: 'It's all commercial hype. They have to be sold anyway'
Dutch readers are divided over the commercial hype and promotional activities surrounding the annual arrival of the new herring season. While some call for an end to the marketing spectacles, others v...
Minions fan George Lucas lands role in third Minions movie
Star Wars creator George Lucas will have a voice role in the upcoming film 'Minions & Monsters,' which is set to premiere on July 1. Lucas is a self-proclaimed fan of the yellow characters that first ...
Ed van der Elsken made darkroom stories in black and white, but color laid him bare
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is presenting an exhibition of the working archive of renowned Dutch photographer Ed van der Elsken, highlighting his transition from black-and-white to color photography....
Ajax reach agreement with Monaco over Caio Henrique (28)
Ajax has reached an agreement in principle with AS Monaco for the transfer of 28-year-old left-back Caio Henrique. The Amsterdam-based club will reportedly pay a transfer fee of nine million euros, wh...
Why we should all eat more herring: ‘One of the fish species that comes out best on all fronts’
The arrival of the 'Hollandse Nieuwe' herring marks the start of the season for a fish praised by experts for its sustainability and health benefits. Compared to other seafood, herring contains low le...
Ray and Berend try to score a summer hit: "I feel a lot of negativity from you"
Actors Ray and Berend have released a new song titled "Fluitje" and aim for it to become a major summer hit. Despite facing skepticism from reporters during an interview at Amsterdam's Rembrandtplein,...
Screen Time | In Toy Story 5, toys seek a right to exist in the tech world
Tech reporter Rutger Otto discusses the upcoming film Toy Story 5, which explores the struggle of traditional toys to remain relevant in a world of tablet-addicted children. The movie highlights the s...
Erik van Goor collected hundreds of match-worn Oranje shirts: ‘The embodiment of a sporting moment’
Erik van Goor has amassed a collection of hundreds of match-worn Netherlands national team football shirts spanning over fifty years of history. This extensive collection serves as the basis for his b...
Zara Larsson celebrates midsummer at Pinkpop, downpour at the end of Twenty One Pilots' set
Swedish singer Zara Larsson performed at the Pinkpop festival on Friday during a midsummer celebration. While the event largely escaped the storms affecting the rest of the Netherlands, a heavy downpo...