Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
The battle against tourist shops: why the city center isn't changing
The municipality of Amsterdam is struggling to reduce the number of tourist-oriented shops in its city center, with research showing that 583 such businesses still exist despite years of restrictive p...
Souvenirs, rubber ducks and stroopwafels: still hundreds of tourist shops in the city
A survey by AT5 identified 583 tourist-oriented businesses in Amsterdam's city center, including 145 souvenir shops and over 120 pizzerias and steakhouses. Despite municipal efforts since 2016 to curb...
Conflicts with parents dampen job satisfaction at many primary schools: ‘One conversation in which a parent crosses all boundaries negates a hundred good ones’
A survey of 414 primary school directors reveals that 64% report decreased job satisfaction due to conflicts or threats from parents. These tensions increase pressure on teaching teams and can signifi...
Soufiane Hetli prepares for end of season with Telstar: 'I found it more exciting in the play-offs last year'
Soufiane Hetli has lost his regular starting position at Telstar following the arrival of new players during the winter break. The 24-year-old admits he needs to be more effective as the team prepares...
Toos & Henk - April 4
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides a unique perspective on current events through his daily comic strip, Toos & Henk. The cartoons are published from Monday to Saturday and offer a satirical look at the...
LIVE Eredivisie | Groningen look to follow up big win over AZ against relegation candidate Telstar
FC Groningen faces Telstar in an Eredivisie matchup as the home side battles to avoid relegation. Groningen enters the game looking to build on their momentum following a recent 3-0 win over AZ.
LIVE Eredivisie | Intriguing clash at Johan Cruijff Arena: 4th-placed Ajax vs 5th-placed FC Twente
Ajax faces FC Twente at the Johan Cruijff Arena in a crucial Eredivisie match between the fourth and fifth-placed teams. Both clubs are competing for a second-place finish to secure qualification for ...
Happy Easter, but not for 120,000 day-old cockerels
During the Easter holiday, millions of eggs are consumed, but the industry faces ethical concerns regarding the daily gassing of approximately 120,000 day-old male chicks. Despite the availability of ...
Bench Parade now available as audio: TriArcus Foundation funds audio tour of Heemskerk art benches: 'Amazing number of families walking the route'
The Bankjesparade art route in Heemskerk has launched a new audio tour funded by Stichting TriArcus, allowing visitors to listen to information about the artistic benches. This update adds an interact...
Journalist Thomas Erdbrink went to Russia: ‘I am not there to condemn’
Explosion at Christians for Israel building in Nijkerk
An explosion occurred late Friday night at the Israel Center in Nijkerk, a facility operated by the organization Christians for Israel. The building serves as a meeting place for supporters of Israel ...
Men charged over arson attack on Jewish ambulances in London
Three men have been charged in Great Britain following an arson attack on four ambulances belonging to the Jewish volunteer organization Hatzola in London. The suspects, aged 17, 19, and 20, were arre...
Yves Berendse makes TV debut in new talent show Sing With Me
A new music competition titled 'Sing With Me' will debut this autumn on the Dutch television channel SBS6, featuring established artists such as Yves Berendse, Davina Michelle, Nick Schilder, and Wayl...
More than 150 injured in mass bee attack on procession in Panama
Over 150 people were injured after being attacked by large swarms of bees during a Way of the Cross procession in Penonomé, Panama. The incident occurred as participants were climbing a mountain to r...
Loiza Lamers underwent a hair transplant: 'That scar made me very insecure'
Dutch model and presenter Loiza Lamers shared that she underwent a hair transplant to address insecurity caused by a scar. In an interview with Mezza magazine, she also discussed how she has developed...
4 years, 40 signings and 1 hit; why Ajax used a scattergun approach in the transfer market
Ajax's recruitment strategy has faced severe criticism after analysis showed only one of forty signings over the past four years has been a major success. The trend of poor investment is highlighted b...
Yes-Girl is an endless BDSM ballet of push and pull in a toxic relationship
The courtroom bickering of self-proclaimed CEO backstabbers like those at NAC has nothing to do with football
In his weekly column, Henk Spaan evaluates football figures including Remco Oversier, Emanuel Emegha, and Ronald Koeman. The piece criticizes legal disputes involving football executives, such as thos...
Esmee has a unique job at DGTL: ‘I’m working with other people’s urine’
The DGTL Festival at Amsterdam's NDSM-werf marks the start of the festival season, featuring a unique sustainability initiative where worker Esmee processes festival-goers' urine. This project highlig...
Richard Kemper: ‘Canceling is the new crucifixion, but without resurrection’
Dutch performer Richard Kemper expresses his opinion on the secularization of Easter, suggesting that the public holiday should only apply to those who practice the religious tradition. He compares no...
Dutch musical performers seize opportunities abroad: better pay, louder applause and less time on the bus
Dutch musical artists are increasingly seeking work abroad in countries such as England, Germany, and China to find higher salaries and more stable performance schedules. These performers are highly v...
Tatum Dagelet's uterus removed: 'One less organ'
Dutch actress Tatum Dagelet is recovering from surgery to remove her uterus following a long period of heavy bleeding. She shared the news on Instagram, noting that she is now healing after the proced...
Tommie Christiaan celebrates nine months of sobriety: 'A milestone'
Dutch singer and actor Tommie Christiaan reached a personal milestone by celebrating nine months of sobriety. He shared the achievement on Instagram, noting that while it may not seem significant to e...
Masked artist Boer Harm reveals identity: 'I will continue as Fredt'
The masked artist Boer Harm, famous for his viral hit "Brommers Kieken", has revealed his identity in an Instagram video. After keeping his face hidden for two years, he announced he will now continue...
Halsema on Dam speech: Pure antisemitism, you forfeit your right to peaceful protest
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema condemned antisemitic remarks made by a speaker at a demonstration on Dam Square, describing the statements as 'pure antisemitism.' The police and Public Prosecutor's Off...
Video | Rapper Boer Harm reveals his identity after years
De Achterklap Podcast | Máxima series criticized and Joost Klein gets into a row
The new television series about Queen Máxima is receiving criticism, while Dutch artist Joost Klein was involved in a dispute with a fellow coach on the Belgian show The Voice van Vlaanderen. These m...
No relaxed rules for disappearing Kleverparkfestival: ‘Safety demands consistent application of standards’
Haarlem Mayor Jos Wienen has rejected calls to relax event regulations to save the canceled Kleverparkfestival, stating that safety standards must be consistently applied. This decision follows inquir...
Reporter Jesper Roele on festival season: ‘We can go back to old-school raving to hardcore’
Dirk shopping bag joins Stedelijk Museum collection
The iconic red shopping bag from the supermarket chain Dirk van den Broek has been added to the collection of the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam. The museum highlighted the bag as a significant example...