Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Faryel (39) and Maarten (39) met at Hervormd Lyceum West: 'We were known as that sappy couple'
Faryel Bhailal and Maarten Stoltz are a couple who first met while attending the Hervormd Lyceum West in Amsterdam. The pair gained a reputation at school for being inseparable and recently shared mem...
American Oscar winner Eva Marie Saint dies at 102
Academy Award-winning actress Eva Marie Saint has died at the age of 102. Famous for her role in On the Waterfront and Alfred Hitchcock's North by Northwest, she had a long career spanning theater, te...
Who gets priority in a crisis situation? Amsterdam practices with emergency support centers
Amsterdam has held emergency response exercises at two local centers to improve preparedness for long-term power outages. The drills highlighted the practical challenges of distributing limited aid an...
Street Alliance Director on client freeze: Something is wrong if we can no longer handle requests for help
The Straatalliantie homeless office in Amsterdam has suspended new admissions until at least November 2 due to severe staffing shortages and an overwhelming rise in demand for support. City officials ...
Cinekid has grown into the world's largest children's film festival in forty years: 'Try watching something other than a Sinterklaas movie for once'
Over the past forty years, Cinekid has transformed from a local Amsterdam event into the world's largest children's film festival. Director Joanne Oldenbeuving plans to further develop the festival by...
Shakira and Piqué head to court over child custody arrangements
Shakira has taken legal action to adjust her custody arrangement with Gerard Pique due to concerns that frequent international flights are affecting their children's well-being and schooling. The sing...
Massive art book featuring Dalí's work stolen from French museum
A massive 210-kilogram art book featuring a bronze cover by Salvador Dalí was stolen from a private museum in Issoire, France. Authorities have opened an investigation into the theft, which has raise...
Flower kiosk belonging to sisters Mandy and Kim destroyed by fire: My heart is weeping
Mandy's Bloemenshop, a 47-year-old family business on the Amstelveenseweg in Amsterdam, was destroyed by a fire caused by a short circuit in the cooling system. Sisters Kim and Mandy are devastated by...
At Flow Community you don't have to rush home after yoga: 'There is time for tea and a chat'
Sisters Ngudju and Mwanini Makangira have opened Flow Community in Amsterdam's Oud-West to provide a more personal alternative to standard yoga studios. The center emphasizes social connection by enco...
Mega-merger in streaming world is a fact: Skydance acquires Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance has completed a 110 billion dollar acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, merging two major Hollywood studios and their streaming services into a single entity named Skydance. The m...
Andrew Garfield loved OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, until he played him
Actor Andrew Garfield initially admired OpenAI CEO Sam Altman but changed his opinion after studying him closely for a new film role. He now emphasizes the importance of holding powerful tech leaders ...
Rijksmuseum makes space in Gallery of Honour for two Willem de Kooning paintings
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam has added two paintings by Willem de Kooning to its Gallery of Honour alongside a new retrospective exhibition of his work. The showcase features over 120 pieces and highl...
Mandy's flower shop in Amsterdam-Zuid largely destroyed by fire: 'We are in shock'
A flower kiosk in Amsterdam-Zuid owned by Mandy was largely destroyed by a fire on Monday evening. Local residents have expressed shock and support for the business owner following the incident.
Win tickets for Bryan Adams at the Ziggo Dome
Fans have the chance to win tickets to see Bryan Adams perform his new music and classic hits at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. Interested participants must submit their details and sign up for a newsle...
Prince Andrew barred from using King Charles's money to pay legal fees
Former prince Andrew is prohibited from using King Charles's funds to cover legal costs related to his defense against accusations of leaking government documents to Jeffrey Epstein. He is currently c...
Significant victory for FrieslandCampina: Chocomel yellow trademarked
FrieslandCampina has successfully obtained an exclusive trademark for the signature yellow color of its Chocomel packaging after a dispute with Spanish competitor Grupo Cacaolat. The Benelux Office fo...
Woman confronts another woman and is assaulted by group in Buiksloterweg club
A woman was hospitalized after being beaten by a group of three to five people at a club on the Buiksloterweg in Amsterdam-Noord. The assault began after the victim approached another woman, leading t...
How to bring Greece to Amsterdam: Wesley from Grieksblauw shares his favorite Greek spots in the city
Wesley van Eijk shares his favorite spots to experience Greek culture within Amsterdam, ranging from authentic taverna-style dining to specialty markets. He emphasizes the importance of a relaxed, com...
NOS Sport saved over a million euros with World Cup choices
NOS Sport saved over one million euros during the World Cup by selling sublicensing rights to Talpa and reducing travel costs by utilizing studio-based commentary. The organization is shifting its str...
Czech Republic to skip Eurovision 2027 due to budget cuts
The Czech Republic will not participate in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest due to budget adjustments, though the broadcaster remains open to future returns. The decision follows a history of varying ...
Kylie Jenner to produce and star in new Hulu series
Kylie Jenner is set to produce and star in the upcoming Hulu thriller-drama series Bachelorette Weekend. She will play a bride whose murder during her bachelorette trip serves as the focal point of th...
Fons Vitae finds 8th grade too challenging for Kevin (13), family takes case to court: ‘Please give him a second chance’
The Fons Vitae Lyceum in Amsterdam is facing a lawsuit from the family of a 13-year-old student after the school denied his promotion to the second year of havo. His mother is asking the court to inte...
Hollywood unions see more and more film and TV productions leaving the US
American film and television productions are increasingly shifting abroad, with domestic spending by major studios dropping significantly since 1999. Hollywood unions warn that this trend threatens do...
Why more expats are choosing to build their lives, not just careers, in Amsterdam
Expatriates are increasingly moving to the Netherlands for long-term stability rather than just career opportunities. Experts advise that newcomers should proactively manage their finances and plan fo...
Tate brothers lured women to Romania using loverboy method
Andrew and Tristan Tate face 59 charges in the UK for crimes including human trafficking, rape, and assault, with allegations that they lured women to Romania using the loverboy method. The brothers a...
Igmar Felicia gets his own morning show in Curaçao after long break due to PTSD
Radio presenter Igmar Felicia is returning to the airwaves with his own morning show on the Curaçao-based station Dolfijn FM. The DJ stepped away from his career in 2024 to address PTSD stemming from...
Halle Berry denies choking her son: 'I would never hurt my child'
Halle Berry has denied allegations from her ex-husband, Olivier Martinez, that she physically abused their son during an argument, describing the event as simple play. The actress maintains that she w...
Gordon 35 kilos lighter on Men's Health cover: 'Diabetes is in remission'
Singer Gordon has lost 35 kilograms and achieved medical remission from diabetes after committing to a disciplined lifestyle of strength training and walking. He shared his journey in Men's Health, ho...
At Buy My Darlings at NDSM Fuse you can sit down with artists and buy their work directly
The Buy My Darlings event returns to NDSM Fuse on October 10 and 11, featuring a theme centered on photography and experimental art. Attendees can meet over forty artists to discuss their work and pur...
Walking, chatting and taking a moment: join the Walk of Life in Haarlem
The Walk of Life is coming to Haarlem this October, offering free guided group walks on three consecutive mornings. The event focuses on mental health and social connection, inviting everyone to parti...