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Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
From a dark room, Anil van der Zee grew into an important voice for ME patients, royal honor for Amsterdam resident
Sofyan Amrabat, Ajax's new '6', is more of a balance keeper than a playmaker
Musician FINNEAS marries Claudia Sulewski
Musician and producer FINNEAS has married Claudia Sulewski this past weekend. American media outlets confirmed the union between the artist and his partner.
Footballer Wout Weghorst engaged to childhood sweetheart Nikki van Esch: 'Yes'
FC Twente striker and Dutch national team player Wout Weghorst has announced his engagement to his childhood sweetheart, Nikki van Esch. He shared the news of his proposal via a photo collage on Insta...
LIVE Eredivisie | Struggling Ajax takes lead against Telstar through Davy Klaassen
Ajax is playing an away match against Telstar in Velsen-Zuid as they look to secure three points before their upcoming home game against PSV. Davy Klaassen has given the visiting team an early lead in...
Aalsmeer handballers win Supercup against eternal rivals Volendam
Aalsmeer defeated Volendam 37-28 in Wognum to secure their eighth Supercup title. The match, featuring the previous season's cup winner and national champion, was decided in the second half after a co...
Review roundup The Dog Stars: 'A snack that doesn't linger long'
The Dog Stars is a post-apocalyptic survival drama based on the novel by Peter Heller that follows life after a global pandemic. Critics have given the film mixed reviews, describing it as a minor wor...
In-demand Youri Baas left out of Ajax starting lineup for match against Telstar
LIVE Eredivisie | In-demand Youri Baas left out of Ajax starting XI against Telstar: Farioli's FC Porto eyeing defender
Ajax will face Telstar in an Eredivisie match this afternoon, which is scheduled to begin at 16:45. Youri Baas is notably absent from the Ajax starting lineup amidst reports of interest from FC Porto.
Telstar look to upset Ajax at home • Amsterdammers without Amrabat
Telstar is preparing to host Ajax in a football match in Velsen-Zuid. Meanwhile, Ajax has announced the signing of Moroccan international Sofyan Amrabat on a free transfer, though he will not particip...
Drinking beers at café De Oranjerie for a century: "Everyone just feels very welcome"
Café De Oranjerie in Amsterdam's Haarlemmerbuurt recently celebrated its 100th anniversary by maintaining its traditional, authentic atmosphere. Owned by the Langereis family, the establishment remai...
Busy memorial services in Norwegian churches for late King Harald
Memorial services were held in various Norwegian churches on Sunday for King Harald, who passed away on Friday. Attendance was so high at the service attended by the royal family that hundreds of peop...
How do you turn the game Werewolves into an exciting TV show? This attempt demanded a lot of patience from the viewer
Police investigate TikTok livestream following Amsterdam Central stabbing
Police are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred yesterday evening near Amsterdam Central Station, which was captured during a TikTok livestream. Four men were injured in the altercation, an...
Opinion: To combat human trafficking, sex workers must be treated as partners in dialogue
Kim K and Hailey Bieber are doing it too: pimple patches are flying off the shelves
Pimple patches have become a popular beauty trend, with celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Hailey Bieber embracing the look. These stickers are designed to treat blemishes while serving as a trendy a...
New educational goals: even math teachers must focus on language
As of this school year, Dutch students are following updated national curriculum goals aimed at addressing outdated standards. A significant focus of these new requirements is improving reading skills...
This is what our TV critics thought of the final season of Zomergasten so far
NBC News crew attacked by settlers in the West Bank
NBC News staff members were injured on Saturday after being attacked by Israeli settlers near Nablus in the West Bank. The incident occurred during a broader violent outburst in which dozens of settle...
Passion and togetherness beat speed and technique in Netherlands-Argentina hockey final: Fair play is highly valued
Ajax secures desired number six: Jordi Cruijff brings Sofyan Amrabat back to the Eredivisie
Ajax has reached a verbal agreement to sign Moroccan international Sofyan Amrabat on a free transfer from Fenerbahçe. The 30-year-old midfielder is expected to join the Amsterdam-based club as their ...
Fockeline Ouwerkerk: Joeri and I went to relationship therapy, I’m not secretive about it
Actress Fockeline Ouwerkerk reveals in a recent interview that she sought relationship therapy with her partner, Joeri, and is open about the experience. Additionally, she shares that her symptoms rel...
Queer violence, activism and pride come together in the play 'Waiting for Marsha'
Theater company Raymi Sambo Maakt is producing the play 'Wachten op Marsha', which explores contemporary queer activism and the fight against anti-queer violence. The performance, co-produced with Int...
From community center to Concertgebouw: pianist Umut Demirtaş (25) sees his dream come true
Pianist and composer Umut Demirtaş, who started his musical journey in a local community center in Amsterdam, is set to perform at the Concertgebouw and H'ART museum this September. The 25-year-old m...
From community center to Concertgebouw: pianist Umut Demirtaş's (25) dream becomes reality
25-year-old pianist and composer Umut Demirtaş is set to perform at the Concertgebouw and H'ART museum this September. Demirtaş, who started his musical journey in a community center in Amsterdam's ...
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Minister apologizes for abuses in closed youth care
Princess Ariane starts at TU Delft after rigorous selection: 'Title doesn't matter'
Princess Ariane will begin her bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering at TU Delft this Monday. Despite the program's reputation as one of the most rigorous in the Netherlands, university officials...
With five pairs of jeans you can get through the year according to fashion experts: these are the trendy models
Fashion experts advise that five specific styles of jeans are sufficient to get through the year as the autumn season approaches. While current trends are highlighted, readers are encouraged to repair...
