Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit leaves hospital after lung transplant
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been discharged from the hospital nearly a month after undergoing a lung transplant. She is now set to continue her recovery at home over the coming months.
Tawny owls are on the rise in Amsterdam, which is bad news for rats (and good news for us)
Jörgen Raymann returns to the theater after ten years: I found it terrifying
Comedian and presenter Jörgen Raymann returns to the stage after a ten-year absence with his new show, Bigi Yari. He admitted to feeling very nervous about performing in the theater again this coming...
Daniël Lippens and Roelof de Vries to host new Radio 2 morning show
Starting in August, Daniël Lippens and Roelof de Vries will host the new morning show on NPO Radio 2. They will succeed the show 'Jan-Willem Start Op!', as presenters Jan-Willem Roodbeen and Jeroen K...
Drag queen Ave Maria Orchestra: I wanted to know what happens when you let go of all expectations of yourself
Robert de Graauw, a 41-year-old performer, has recently adopted the drag persona Ave Maria Orchestra. She is set to host a diva bingo event at Café Montmartre during WorldPride Amsterdam on August 6.
Netflix to launch game show based on Monopoly board game
Netflix is developing a reality game show based on the classic board game Monopoly. Twelve contestants will compete for a grand prize of $2 million, with the series expected to premiere in the fall of...
Video | Tom Cruise surprises with complete transformation in film Digger
Sophie Straat misses 'public solidarity' after controversy over performance
Singer Sophie Straat has expressed disappointment over a lack of public solidarity following the backlash she received for her performance at the Best Kept Secret festival. During the show, she reques...
Marcos Leonardo smashed Neymar and Rodrygo’s youth records at Santos – now he must help Ajax score goals
Justin Baldoni refuses to pay Blake Lively's 'excessive' legal fees
Justin Baldoni has requested that a judge reject or significantly reduce the $8.4 million in legal fees demanded by Blake Lively following a defamation case. The court had previously ordered Baldoni t...
Max Vakantieman offers exactly what you need for pre-trip anxiety: wildfires, a bankrupt travel agency, and a mattress full of hair and stains
René van der Gijp advises against Estavana Polman role in VI: 'Doomed to fail'
René van der Gijp has advised Estavana Polman against joining the television program Vandaag Inside, stating that her participation is destined to fail. Despite this criticism, Polman is scheduled to...
From Surinamese to Korean: 5 spots for finger-licking fried chicken in Amsterdam
Young Thug to perform at AFAS Live in October
American rapper Young Thug is scheduled to perform at AFAS Live in Amsterdam on Wednesday, October 14. This concert is part of his ongoing The New Generation Tour, as confirmed by event organizer MOJO...
Ditte (30) receives 1022 euros a month from the UWV: 'I feel like success in Amsterdam is measured by how much you earn'
The rabbit is in charge: escape the busy city life with hopping bunnies at The Quiet Rex (20-plus)
These resting spots along the Weespertrekvaart have their backs to traffic
Pride grows in Europe despite opposition: 'The more it is restricted, the more people show up'
OLVG starts trial for late-term abortions: procedure between 22nd and 24th week is permitted but remains sensitive
The life story of Marco van Basten and hard-hitting crime: these are the 8 fall series we are looking forward to
Vampire Diaries actor Paul Wesley married for the third time
Vampire Diaries actor Paul Wesley has married his partner, Natalie Kuckenburg, after a four-year relationship. Kuckenburg shared the news of their marriage on Instagram, following their engagement las...
Roxeanne Hazes' wedding dress was in her partner's trunk for four years
Roxeanne Hazes recently revealed details about her wedding day, noting that her wedding dress had been kept in her partner's car trunk for four years. She finally wore the garment last week.
After 50 years, humans are flying to the moon again: 'Crew reflects today's society'
For the first time since 1972, astronauts have flown toward the moon as part of a mission reflecting modern societal changes. The current lunar program highlights international collaboration and a foc...
Visiting a drag exhibition in Amsterdam with Jo.Joe and Jennifer Hopelezz: ‘It was long seen as a bit of a hobby’
Robert finds looted Goudstikker painting among bulky waste: 'I thought it was hideous'
A man named Robert van der Hoek discovered a painting from the stolen collection of Jewish art dealer Jacques Goudstikker among trash in Amsterdam. After identifying the work, he returned it to the Go...
Amsterdam has lost a major work of art: the arches at Surinameplein have disappeared. 'It should have been a national monument'
More pride flags in Rivierenbuurt after acts of vandalism: "It gets to me every time"
At least seven rainbow flags have been destroyed this month in Amsterdam's Rivierenbuurt neighborhood, prompting local residents and business owners to respond by hanging even more flags. The vandalis...
Video | Rihanna back on stage after years-long break at JAY-Z concert: 'A bit out of shape'
Michael Jackson film to be first biopic to gross over $1 billion
The Michael Jackson biopic titled Michael has officially grossed over $1 billion worldwide. This achievement marks the first time a biographical film has reached this major financial milestone.
Toilets during WorldPride: here is where to find them along the Canal Parade in Amsterdam
Finding accessible toilets during major events like the Canal Parade in Amsterdam can be difficult for attendees. This article provides a list of convenient restroom locations along the event route to...