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Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Ajax suffers from a total lack of cohesion as both a team and a club
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Actor Josh Duhamel and wife welcome daughter: 'Our little girl is here'
American actor Josh Duhamel and his wife, Audra Mari, have welcomed a daughter named Rocca de Leon Duhamel. Duhamel announced the birth on Instagram, sharing the news that their 'little girl' has arri...
Community service for man who shot Dennis Schouten with paintball gun
A man has been sentenced to 180 hours of community service for shooting presenter Dennis Schouten with a paintball gun last year. The court also imposed a 30-day suspended prison sentence and ordered ...
Tennis player De Jong advances in Roland Garros qualifying
Dutch tennis player Jesper de Jong has advanced to the second round of the Roland Garros qualifying tournament. He secured his spot after defeating China's Sun Fajing in two consecutive tiebreak sets....
Short on space? This nearly forgotten designer excelled at smart interiors that make rooms look larger decades ago
Max Verstappen defies all logic in Germany: 'If you can't enjoy this, you're a bitter person'
Max Verstappen and his team participated in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring in Germany, where the four-time Formula 1 champion delivered a dominant performance. Despite their strong showing in the Eifel ...
Do you know someone who deserves a royal honor? Nominate them before July 1
Residents can nominate individuals for royal decorations by submitting proposals to the mayor before the July 1st deadline. The announcement provides information on the nomination process for those wh...
Groningen fans not welcome in Volendam for play-off match against Ajax
FC Groningen fans have been banned from attending their team's play-off match against Ajax in Volendam this Thursday following a decision by local authorities. The match was relocated from Amsterdam d...
Shakira acquitted in Spanish tax case and gets 60 million euros back
A Spanish court has ordered the tax authorities to repay pop star Shakira over 60 million euros after ruling she was not a tax resident of Spain in 2011. The court determined that the singer had been ...
Dollhouses, recreated with love
This exhibition showcases intricately detailed dollhouses that represent various stages of human life. Accessible by appointment, the display invites visitors to explore the unique collection, culmina...
I considered going chronically offline with a Nokia 3310
Journalist Senna Brammer explores the concept of being "chronically online" and her consideration of switching to an old Nokia 3310 to disconnect. The article reflects on the constant presence of digi...
William Spaaij to star in musical about Hugo de Groot
William Spaaij will star in the lead role of a new musical about the life of Hugo de Groot, a prominent figure in Dutch history. The production aims to highlight De Groot's broad historical significan...
Ronald and Roselie live in Amsterdam's first high-rise from 1932: ‘We have light on three sides, which always puts us in a good mood’
He wanted to show his respect, but not a single teammate followed him, Mart Smeets observed
Mart Smeets reflects on a situation in America where an individual's gesture of respect was ignored by their teammates. The observation highlights the influence of individualism and personal ego withi...
Review: Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood failed to be euphoric and rousing at the Concertgebouw
Former Telstar player Jaap Pirovano sees club match his feat from 60 years ago: staying in the Eredivisie after promotion
Former Telstar player Jaap Pirovano is attending matches this season to relive his memories as one of the club's first players. The article draws parallels between the team's current situation and the...
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Bargain hunters no longer have to wait until early morning for Haarlem's Luilak market
The Haarlem Luilakmarkt will take place on Friday, May 22, with stalls opening at 4 PM on Raamvest and Raamsingel. Bargain hunters can now find discounted flowers and plants starting around midnight, ...
Today’s Studio Voetbal makes you long for the Jack van Gelder of the pre-populist era
Barbra Streisand unable to accept honorary Palm due to injury
Barbra Streisand will not attend the Cannes Film Festival this Saturday to receive the honorary Palme d'Or. The actress stated she is unable to travel while she continues to recover from a knee injury...
Toos & Henk - May 18
Cartoonist Paul Kusters shares his unique perspective on current affairs through the daily Toos & Henk comic strip. The comic is published from Monday to Saturday, with this specific entry dated May 1...
We all change along with the younger generation, but for Kim Lammers the magic of sport isn't in Hazes or Madonna
Shakira and Madonna are scheduled to perform during the halftime show of the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19. The event is expected to attract a record-breaking television ...
Spot the differences: Leidseplein in 1912 and 2026
Suzan & Freek look back on 'unforgettable first weekend'
Dutch musical duo Suzan & Freek expressed their gratitude on social media following the first shows of their sold-out concert series at the GelreDome in Arnhem. They described the opening weekend of t...
Embarrassed Ajax enters play-offs: ‘This is entirely our own fault’
Ajax has been forced into the play-offs following a disappointing performance that the team attributes to their own failures. Despite receiving a favorable result from rivals PSV, the Amsterdam club f...
As if the club were promoted again, Velsen celebrates after victory; Correia: 'I don't think I can leave Telstar in a better state than this!'
Fans in IJmuiden celebrated as Telstar secured a comeback victory against Volendam on Sunday afternoon. Coach Anthony Correia compared the festive atmosphere to a promotion, expressing pride in the te...
Ajax looked every bit a mid-table side in Friesland
Jewish umbrella group upset by officials at Nakba commemorations
The Central Jewish Organization (CJO) has expressed concern over Dutch mayors and aldermen participating in Nakba commemorations last weekend. The organization urged public officials to maintain neutr...
