Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Colourful Noord Festival celebrates the diversity of Amsterdam-Noord: ‘These types of connections are very important for the neighborhood’
Spot the difference: Concertgebouwplein in 1985 and 2026
Sketching soldiers for extra money after the war shaped Henk Zweerus into a new, modern sculptor
Candy shop Sockergris on Herenstraat is a true paradise for lovers of Swedish skulls
At the Afrikahuis in De Pijp, architect Joop van Stigt is saving what he can: ‘I must protect my father’s heritage’
Pip moves from Jonge Honden to Woeste Grond and now views her region with love again
Actress Pip Lieke Lucas is currently balancing her lead role in the play 'De beesten' by Jonge Honden with filming for the movie 'Woeste Grond'. Her busy schedule involves traveling between various lo...
German signing Brandt settles in at Amsterdam: "Wonderful club"
New Ajax signing Julian Brandt expressed his happiness at joining the club following a 2-0 victory against PEC Zwolle. Meanwhile, manager Míchel Sánchez clarified that forward Mika Godts started on ...
K3 singer Klaasje Meijer hit in the head by shoe during performance
During a concert on Saturday evening, K3 singer Klaasje Meijer was hit in the head by a shoe thrown from the audience. The incident occurred after the group had signed another sneaker that had been th...
Mediocre Ajax wins thanks to PEC Zwolle red card and deep bench: ‘It’s great that we have different options’
With the top German player free on the inside, even a Godts does not go for his own chance
Actor Christopher Lambert collapses at fan convention
Actor Christopher Lambert collapsed on Saturday while signing autographs at the Steel City Comic-Con in Pittsburgh. The 69-year-old star of the Highlander film series became unwell during the event, a...
Mika Godts confirms talks with PSG: ‘Until there is an agreement, I will play every minute for Ajax’
Ajax winger Mika Godts has confirmed that he is in talks with Paris Saint-Germain regarding a potential transfer. Despite the interest from the French club, Godts remains committed to performing for A...
Ball juggler, assistant coach, and the man who kept Marco van Basten at Ajax: Hassie van Wijk (1939-2026) has died at age 87
Running five kilometers to Beethoven’s Fifth in Flevopark: ‘The final chord pulled me across the finish line’
Why men struggle but rarely seek psychological help
Journalist Tim van Boxtel investigates why men rarely seek professional help for mental health struggles despite the significant consequences. By speaking with experts and individuals with lived exper...
Zinzoekers guides viewers through the village learning sign language for 5-year-old Gijs – and more meaningful lessons on connecting
After Tina Turner and Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston also gets her own Barbie doll
Toy manufacturer Mattel has released a new Barbie doll modeled after singer Whitney Houston. The doll is inspired by her iconic look from the 1987 music video for her hit song 'I Wanna Dance With Some...
Full of Amsterdam bravado, Ajax kicks off the season in Zwolle
Ajax begins its Eredivisie season with a match against PEC Zwolle today. Coming off three consecutive Conference League victories, the Amsterdam-based team enters the game with high confidence under c...
From the Magic of the Zeedijk to B&B Vol Liefde: what you could read about Amsterdam this week
This week's highlights in Amsterdam included stories about a local resident moving to Ibiza, a charming house in Durgerdam, and reflections on WorldPride. Additionally, the week featured coverage of a...
Eclipse glasses on! Watch the solar eclipse from this Amsterdam rooftop
On Wednesday, August 12, a partial solar eclipse will be visible over Amsterdam. Viewers are encouraged to head to rooftops in the city to observe the celestial event alongside the Perseid meteor show...
Why Terschelling is heaven for food lovers
Terschelling offers a diverse range of local food products, including sea lavender and wild Wadden Sea oysters. Travel journalist Hans Avontuur highlights the island's culinary scene by visiting vario...
Gossip blogger Perez Hilton remains in serious but stable condition
American gossip blogger Perez Hilton remains in serious but stable condition following his hospitalization last week. He was admitted after self-inflicting injuries with a knife during a live broadcas...
Anna (83) grew up in the most beautiful house in Enschede
Anna, an 83-year-old woman from a prominent textile family in Enschede, reflects on her marriage to Egbert, which united two rival business families from the Twente region. The union marked a signific...
Line dancing is the new hit in Amsterdam: "Finally, there's room for country"
American-style line dancing is gaining significant popularity in Amsterdam, led by instructor Riley McGann. Participants from across the country are attending these sold-out classes, which offer a mod...
Paramount promises to release thirty films per year after acquisition
Paramount and Skydance have agreed to commit to producing thirty theatrical films annually following their merger. This commitment is being formalized through agreements with the two largest cinema ch...
In pictures | WorldPride in Amsterdam concludes with colorful Pride March
The WorldPride event in Amsterdam concluded on Saturday with its traditional Pride March. The colorful parade drew participants to the city, and highlights of the festivities have been documented in a...
The Shards review: glamour and horror in 1980s Los Angeles
Frankie Grande supports sister Ariana after final US performance: 'Family forever'
Frankie Grande expressed his ongoing support for his sister, singer Ariana Grande, in an Instagram post following her final United States performance. The message comes after the singer announced her ...
Taylor Swift has song removed from Trump TikTok video
Taylor Swift has requested the removal of her song 'August' from a TikTok video posted by former U.S. President Donald Trump. The track was used in the video without her authorization.
