Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Grachtenfestival director Tonko Grever: ‘My outing of the year is a visit to Tuincentrum Osdorp’
Ajax attacker Mika Godts (21) in talks with French top club Paris Saint-Germain
Ajax forward Mika Godts is in discussions with Paris Saint-Germain regarding a potential transfer. The French club has contacted both the 21-year-old player and Ajax to express their interest.
Ajax signs German international Julian Brandt (30) for three seasons
Ajax has signed German international midfielder Julian Brandt on a free transfer. The 30-year-old player has committed to a three-season contract with the Amsterdam-based club, lasting until the summe...
86-year-old An learned to windsurf at 35 and still hits the water: I am often told my behavior doesn't suit my age
Art event Manifesta transforms vacant churches in the Ruhr area
Preparations for WorldPride highlight in full swing
Preparations are underway in Amsterdam for the WorldPride Canal Parade, which is scheduled to take place this Saturday. Organizers and participants are finalizing decorations and safety measures for t...
Blues festival in Grolloo founded by Johan Derksen ends after nine editions
The Holland International Blues Festival in Grolloo, co-founded by TV personality Johan Derksen in 2016, has officially ended after nine editions. The final event of the festival took place this past ...
Amsterdam man (42) sentenced to community service for incitement during World Pride event
A 42-year-old Amsterdam man has been sentenced to 40 hours of community service for incitement after shouting anti-gay slurs during a World Pride event in Amsterdam-West. Although the suspect denied t...
Man receives community service within a day for homophobic hate crime at Mercatorplein
Director Tom Six reveals he has MS and is making a documentary about his illness
Dutch filmmaker Tom Six, known for the The Human Centipede franchise, has revealed he has been living with multiple sclerosis for fourteen years. He has produced a documentary titled The End of Tom Si...
This Surinamese hair salon is historically layered and highly successful
Interactive artwork Lucky Dragon at NDSM wharf: high-five Little Frankey to light up the dragon's heart
Tos van Eekeren (26) makes music in the windowless Volkshotel studio: I have sat there until it was light outside again
‘Terrible that people have had to fight for so long to be themselves’: Walk of Pride honors queer community advocates
Fewer ferries during Pride tomorrow: GVB unable to complete schedule
Due to a persistent shortage of qualified skippers, public transport operator GVB will reduce the number of ferries operating across the IJ in Amsterdam during Pride tomorrow. Passengers are advised t...
GVB cuts ferry services on one of the busiest days of the year
Review roundup: Ariana Grande's new album, 'her anger is palpable'
American superstar Ariana Grande has released her eighth studio album titled 'petal', over two years after her previous record 'Eternal Sunshine'. Music critics have already noted the emotional intens...
Pregnant influencer Nicola apologizes after saying 'champagne should be fine': 'I have educated myself now'
Influencer Nicola Ebbink has apologized after receiving criticism for suggesting that consuming champagne during pregnancy is acceptable. Following further research into the health risks, she expresse...
The Achterklap Podcast | Searching for Madonna on the canals and ABBA is proven right
Madonna is set to perform during the upcoming World Pride event. Meanwhile, the carnival group De Kapotte Kachels has lost a legal battle against the band ABBA.
16-year-old suspect in Zandvoort Pride assault released
A 16-year-old boy suspected of assaulting and insulting a visitor at the Pride on the Beach event in Zandvoort has been released under conditions by a judge. The Public Prosecution Service confirms th...
WorldPride Portrait: Raham was not safe in Iran, now organizes the first Iranian Pride boat here
After fleeing Iran due to the criminalization of homosexuality, queer activist Raham Rafiee relocated to Amsterdam to continue his advocacy. He supports the Iranian queer community and famously organi...
AI company Suno must pay damages for copyright infringement
A court in Munich has ruled that the American AI music platform Suno violated artists' copyrights. Consequently, the company is required to pay damages, though the specific amount has not yet been det...
Rapper Yung Filly acquitted of rape, found guilty of assault
British rapper and YouTuber Yung Filly was acquitted of rape charges in Australia on Friday. However, he was found guilty of two counts of assault.
Not done partying after the Canal Parade? Here is where to find free street parties
Following the conclusion of the Canal Parade at 6:00 PM on August 1st, several free street and square parties will continue throughout the center of Amsterdam. Revelers can continue the celebrations a...
Karen Herder from Amsterdam-Noord wins city prize for most biodiverse facade garden: ‘I wanted a nursery for caterpillars and butterflies’
Video | Paris Hilton flies with children from Brussels to Amsterdam for Pride
Kian Fitz-Jim leaves Ajax for Torino
Is Oscar Gloukh's class finally shining through at Ajax? His hat-trick leaves fans wanting more
Boy George pulls out of musical following backlash over pro-Israel song
British singer Boy George has withdrawn from the London production of Jesus Christ Superstar. His departure follows significant public backlash regarding his pro-Israeli song, 'We Will Dance Again'.
Jasper Abels touches Pride with his work full of beauty and resilience
Photographer Jasper Abels discusses his artistic focus on beauty and resilience, noting his hope that his work will inspire others to embrace their true selves. He expresses a desire to provide positi...