Author Elle van Rijn has released a novel titled Gestolen geluk, documenting the life of Jewish art dealer Jacques Goudstikker and the theft of his paintings during World War II. The story is told from the viewpoint of his wife, a singer from Vienna.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Recent data from the World Values Survey 2026 shows that opposition to domestic violence against women is declining among the Dutch population, particularly among younger people. Researchers attribute this shift toward more conservative views to the influence of the manosphere and economic factors, noting that women are also reporting a heightened sense of insecurity.
Dutch street artist Frankey, known for his witty urban installations, is the subject of a new documentary that highlights his creative process and recent projects in New York. While his attempts to bridge political divides during the 2024 U.S. election proved challenging, he continues his artistic work back in the Netherlands with new, playful public installations.
Ed van der Elsken was a renowned Dutch photographer and filmmaker known for his intimate and candid portraits of life in Amsterdam. Although his intrusive shooting style might be controversial today, his body of work remains a celebrated historical record of the city's culture and inhabitants.
Former De Librije head chef Maik Kuijpers has died at age 40 after suffering a heart attack following the Dam tot Damloop race in Amsterdam. Widely respected in the culinary world, Kuijpers was a former protégé of Jonnie and Thérèse Boer and leaves behind a wife and two children.
The Dutch national football team is preparing to face Greece in a highly anticipated Nations League match. Greek football fans gathering at a local café in Amsterdam are optimistic about their team's prospects, buoyed by a recent historic win against Germany.
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