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Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
ON! pulls program offline after complaints about Hitler speech segment
The Dutch broadcaster ON! has removed a program from its online platform after a segment featuring a speech by Adolf Hitler caused significant public outrage. Lawmakers and the Media Authority have cr...
Splinter Chabot speaks in Haarlem about identity and mental health
Writer and presenter Splinter Chabot will host a lecture on identity and mental health at the Museum van de Geest in Haarlem on September 10. Held on World Suicide Prevention Day, the event will featu...
Suspect in plot to attack Princesses Amalia and Alexia acquitted
A man accused of planning attacks against Princesses Amalia and Alexia has been acquitted by a Dutch court. The defendant, who suffers from schizophrenia, claimed he held a delusional belief that he w...
Belgian singer Angèle to perform at AFAS Live next year
Belgian singer Angèle will bring her INSTINCT tour to AFAS Live in Amsterdam next year. The artist, known for hits like Fever and Tout oublier, recently performed at the Paris Olympics and just relea...
New Pokémon movie hits theaters next year
A new Pokémon film titled Pokémon: Wild Card has been announced following a teaser reveal at the Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco. Directed by Katsuhiko Kitada and produced by CloverWor...
Victoria Beckham fashion brand turns a profit for the first time
Victoria Beckham Holdings has reported its first operating profit since being founded in 2008, driven by a 15 percent revenue increase and disciplined cost management. The fashion brand’s minimalist...
Talpa shows like Chateau Meiland and Mr. Frank Visser coming soon to Netflix
Netflix and Talpa have partnered to bring over three hundred episodes of popular Dutch shows to the streaming platform. Beloved titles including Chateau Meiland and Mr. Frank Visser will now be availa...
Old Catholic Church in Haarlem elects female bishop
The Old Catholic Church in the Netherlands has elected Erna Peijnenburg as the first female bishop of its Haarlem diocese. She was selected by church members through a traditional voting process and i...
Princess Ariane begins studies at TU Delft, RVD shares new photos
Princess Ariane has officially started her studies at TU Delft after being accepted through the university's standard, highly competitive selection process. The princess follows in the academic footst...
From Marilyn Monroe to Buster Keaton: these are the classics to see at the Haarlem Classic Film Festival
The Haarlem Classic Film Festival returns from September 5 to September 8, featuring screenings of cinematic legends like Buster Keaton and Marilyn Monroe at locations including FilmKoepel and Schuur....
Final episode of Zomergasten draws 257,000 viewers
The Dutch interview series Zomergasten has concluded its final season with a closing episode that drew 257,000 viewers. The long-running program, which debuted in 1988, is being discontinued by the NP...
Sophia from KATSEYE misses Netherlands performance due to mental health issues
Sophia Laforteza of the girl group KATSEYE is taking a hiatus from September 1 to September 17 to focus on her mental health, causing her to miss the group's performance at the Ziggo Dome on September...
Video | Olivia Rodrigo brings out Stevie Nicks and Alanis Morissette on stage in US
Olivia Rodrigo hosted an exclusive festival featuring only female performers and entrepreneurs in the United States. During the event, she was joined on stage by music icons Stevie Nicks and Alanis Mo...
The largest canal house in Amsterdam was home to the 'arms dealers for peace'
The Trip family, notable 17th-century merchants known as 'arms dealers for peace,' were among the wealthiest citizens in Amsterdam. Their former residence, an impressive city palace, is located at Klo...
Dolly Parton buried in private ceremony in Nashville on Friday
Country music icon Dolly Parton was buried in a private ceremony in Nashville on Friday alongside her late husband, Carl Dean. Following her passing at age eighty, the family has requested donations t...
Final Zomergasten broadcast shows all 214 guests from the past 38 years
The Dutch television program Zomergasten has ended after 39 years, marking the occasion with a compilation of all 214 guests who have appeared since 1988. The show, which was cancelled due to public b...
Striking confession in the latest Zomergasten: psychiatrist smilingly admits to alcohol addiction
Psychiatrist Jim van Os served as the final guest on the long-running television show Zomergasten. During the interview, he discussed his professional philosophies and made a candid confession about h...
Spot the differences: Overtoom in 1960 and 2026
The location at Overtoom 187-195 previously operated as a VAMI ice cream factory and a Melkunie dessert plant until 1974. Since 1982, the site has been occupied by a residential complex designed by ar...
At Couvert in the Rivierenbuurt, there is only one dish on the menu every day for 8.95 euros
Couvert in the Rivierenbuurt neighborhood of Amsterdam offers a simplified dining experience with only one international dish served daily for 8.95 euros. The menu, which rotates regularly, features r...
Amsterdam streetwear label Aiche opens Fashion Week with first couture collection: ‘This show allows us to be more boundless’
Childhood friends Milki Abadura and Tim Sluijzer are set to open Amsterdam Fashion Week on September 1st. They will debut their first couture collection for their streetwear label, Aiche.
From a dark room, Anil van der Zee grew into an important voice for ME patients, royal honor for Amsterdam resident
Anil van der Zee, an Amsterdam resident housebound due to severe ME, has received a royal honor for his dedicated advocacy and research contributions for patients with post-acute infectious illnesses....
Sofyan Amrabat, Ajax's new '6', is more of a balance keeper than a playmaker
Ajax has signed 30-year-old midfielder Sofyan Amrabat to act as the team's new number six and provide tactical balance. While he is praised for his defensive awareness, concerns persist regarding his ...
Musician FINNEAS marries Claudia Sulewski
Musician FINNEAS married Claudia Sulewski during an intimate ceremony in Santa Barbara, California, officiated by his sister, Billie Eilish. The couple, who began dating in 2018 and got engaged last y...
Footballer Wout Weghorst engaged to childhood sweetheart Nikki van Esch: 'Yes'
Dutch international footballer Wout Weghorst has announced his engagement to his high school sweetheart, Nikki van Esch, following a proposal in Portugal. The couple, who share four daughters, have be...
LIVE Eredivisie | Struggling Ajax takes lead against Telstar through Davy Klaassen
Ajax defeated Telstar 0-4 in an away Eredivisie match behind goals from Davy Klaassen, Steven Berghuis, Tolu Arokodare, and Marcos Leonardo. The victory serves as preparation for the team's upcoming t...
Aalsmeer handballers win Supercup against eternal rivals Volendam
Aalsmeer defeated Volendam 37-28 in Wognum to win the Supercup, marking the ninth time the club has claimed the trophy. The victory sets the stage for both teams as they prepare to begin their respect...
Review roundup The Dog Stars: 'A snack that doesn't linger long'
Dutch film critics have given Ridley Scott's latest project, The Dog Stars, lukewarm reviews, citing thin characters and a disjointed plot. While some praise the visual direction and occasional suspen...
In-demand Youri Baas left out of Ajax starting lineup for match against Telstar
Ajax defeated Telstar 4-0 behind goals from Davy Klaassen, Steven Berghuis, Tolu Arokodare, and Marcos Leonardo. The match featured several roster changes, including the absence of new signings and Yo...
LIVE Eredivisie | In-demand Youri Baas left out of Ajax starting XI against Telstar: Farioli's FC Porto eyeing defender
Ajax claimed a straightforward 0-4 win over Telstar in an away match, with Steven Berghuis providing a goal and two assists. The victory allows the team to gain momentum ahead of their upcoming high-s...
Telstar look to upset Ajax at home • Amsterdammers without Amrabat
Ajax defeated Telstar 0-4 in a dominant away performance on August 30, 2026, with goals from Klaassen, Berghuis, Arokodare, and Leonardo. The result moves Ajax to fourth in the standings as they prepa...