Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
National Coordinator develops plan against Muslim discrimination
Rabin Baldewsingh, the National Coordinator against Discrimination and Racism, has announced the development of a national plan to combat Muslim discrimination. The initiative was revealed during an i...
Netflix making series about life of artist Frida Kahlo
Netflix is producing a new drama series centered on the life of renowned Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. The series will explore Kahlo's turbulent personal journey and her complex relationship with her hu...
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Family Guy gets Stewie spin-off
A spin-off of the animated comedy series Family Guy focusing on the character Stewie is currently in development. Creator Seth MacFarlane is behind the new project, which was reported by Deadline.
Sander Leppink of Coornhert is Teacher of the Year 2026: 'This is the only class where I can always pay attention'
Sander Leppink, a history teacher at the Coornhert Lyceum, has been named Haarlem's Teacher of the Year for 2026. He was surprised with the award and a celebration in his classroom by local officials ...
Marco Grazzini and Lauren Hammersley not returning to Virgin River
Actors Marco Grazzini and Lauren Hammersley will not return for the eighth season of the Netflix series Virgin River. Grazzini has played detective Mike Valenzuela since the second season, while Hamme...
Between Art and Choice: party leaders create political street art
Political party leaders in Amsterdam are participating in a project called 'Tussen Kunst en Kies' at the STRAAT Museum in Amsterdam-Noord. The participants create street art to represent their politic...
From rooftop extensions to vertical parks: these buildings are in the running for the Architecture Prize
New exhibition reveals the secret life of office artworks: ‘They dance, glow, listen to jazz’
African power and American finesse combine in one man leading to an incredible score
NBA professional Bam Adebayo credits his success to his heritage, noting that his American mother and Nigerian father provided him with a combination of strength and speed. These attributes contribute...
How the asylum center debate hardened Aalten: ‘Racist, fascist, I’ve been called everything’
The village of Aalten is experiencing severe social division and hostility among residents due to heated debates over the establishment of new asylum seeker centers. This internal conflict contrasts w...
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At Alzheimer iftar, Sukran bridges the gap between migrant caregivers and support: 'It starts with a meeting'
Sukran Coba shared her experiences as a caregiver during an Alzheimer iftar at the Akşemseddin Mosque in Beverwijk to bridge the gap between migrant caregivers and social services. Serving as a key r...
Love is the medicine for the emptiness on Lucky Fonz III's new album
EU Court: Member states must be able to change gender on identity documents
The European Court of Justice ruled on Thursday that transgender people in the EU have the right to change their gender on identity documents. The case involved a Bulgarian citizen and mandates that m...
FC Volendam’s ‘golden oil presser’ believes in God and his path: There is something soothing in that thought
The author reflects on finding spiritual peace through football, specifically while watching FC Volendam play against PSV. The narrative explores how faith can provide a sense of calm amidst global tu...
Mickey Rourke refused to pay rent due to overdue maintenance
Actor Mickey Rourke refused to pay rent for his Los Angeles residence, citing significant maintenance issues that the landlord failed to address for several months. Rourke stated that he made repeated...
Wendy Moore much rawer on new single ‘Crocodile Tears’
Singer-songwriter Wendy Moore from Zandvoort is releasing a new single this week titled 'Crocodile Tears.' The track features a heavier and rawer sound compared to her previous releases.
Research shows increase in social cohesion due to city reporters: "It really has an impact on the neighborhood"
Research by the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences shows that volunteer city reporters significantly improve social cohesion and community engagement by filming neighborhood stories. The initiat...
The KNVB football map: Heiloo and Edam-Volendam stand out with many professional players
The KNVB's football map indicates that the towns of Heiloo and Edam-Volendam produce the highest number of professional footballers relative to their population. This data suggests that young aspiring...
Ballet and opera do draw crowds: 'A bit stupid of Timothée Chalamet'
Timothée Chalamet recently claimed that opera and ballet are no longer popular, but the Dutch National Opera & Ballet has challenged this view. The organization reports strong attendance figures, sho...
World's most beautiful book comes from the Netherlands for third year in a row
Convicted art thief back in custody after escape
A 63-year-old man convicted of high-profile art thefts has been recaptured after escaping custody in January. He fled while traveling unescorted between a prison in Nieuwegein and a lower-security fac...
Picking tulips for charity: seventh edition of ‘Pick for children's happiness’ approaching
The seventh edition of the charity event 'Pluk voor kindergeluk' will be held on Sunday, March 22, in Hillegom. Visitors can pick tulips at the Nieuweweg location to help raise funds for children's we...
Matthijs van Nieuwkerk honors Joost Prinsen in theater show
Matthijs van Nieuwkerk is paying tribute to actor and columnist Joost Prinsen in his latest theater show. The production serves as an homage to Prinsen's extensive career in the performing arts.
Pussycat Dolls coming to Ziggo Dome in September
The American pop group Pussycat Dolls will perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on September 27 as part of their world tour. Members Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt, and Ashley Roberts are confir...
New quality mark for unique businesses in the city center
Amsterdam has introduced a new quality mark called 'The Seal of Amsterdam' to honor local entrepreneurs who contribute to the city's unique character. The award recognizes business owners with a stron...
Restoration of classic 'The Girl with the Red Hair' completed and showing at Filmkoepel Haarlem
The 4K digital restoration of the classic war film 'Het meisje met het rode haar' will be released in Dutch cinemas starting April 23. A special screening featuring the cast and crew is scheduled for ...
Theater as an in-between space in ‘The Netherlands in Therapy’
The theater lecture 'Met Nederland in therapie' aims to address the polarized public debate on asylum migration by exploring the underlying emotions of participants. By engaging with the audience, the...
Honor the pink giants who paved the way
The author describes visiting IHLIA, Europe's largest LGBTQ+ archive, which is located inside the largest public library in the Netherlands. The archive is portrayed as a significant cultural treasure...