Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
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...
Queen's Brian May no longer wants to tour after death of friend
Queen guitarist Brian May is retiring from touring after five decades to prioritize time with his family following a personal tragedy. While he is stepping away from traditional concert circuits, he i...
Amsterdam had the most beautiful street furniture in the world
Amsterdam is historically renowned for its distinctive and aesthetically pleasing street furniture, including lantaarnpalen, manhole covers, and public urinoirs. These objects serve as essential compo...
Tattooing his ex's name on his face didn't help the expectant parents' relationship
The reality show Vier handen op één buik has launched its thirteenth season, documenting the experiences of teenage mothers guided by famous mentors. The program explores the diverse personal challe...
Haarlem Horror Film Festival comes to Schuur in Haarlem
The Schuur theater in Haarlem will host the first edition of the Haarlem Horror Film Festival from October 19 to October 25. The program features live-scored silent classics, the Tyro Film Competition...
George Fenton (76), composer of The Fisher King and Planet Earth, has died
Renowned composer George Fenton, known for his work on The Fisher King and Planet Earth, has passed away at the age of 76. His family confirmed his unexpected death, noting a career that included mult...
Municipality scraps neighborhood budget, to the dismay of initiators: "It really helped against nuisance"
The municipality of Amsterdam is ending its neighborhood budget program, which allowed residents to propose and vote on local community projects. Mayor Halsema cited high administrative costs and limi...
Haarlem gears up for the holidays already: lights are already up
Haarlem has started installing its annual holiday street lighting, a tradition that originated shortly after the Second World War. Specialized installers are currently mounting festive displays across...
These Amsterdammers are restoring artist Robert Jasper Grootveld's floating islands: ‘He was the godfather of art confrontation’
A group of volunteers is spending their Sundays restoring the historic floating islands in Amsterdam's Entrepothaven. This effort preserves the legacy of artist Robert Jasper Grootveld, who was known ...
District removes ‘unsafe’ trampolines from Rivierenbuurt playground: ‘This makes absolutely no sense’
Authorities in Amsterdam's Rivierenbuurt have removed two trampolines from a local playground citing safety concerns. The equipment was taken away after residents were unable to meet strict requiremen...
Opinion: We were promised a woman-friendly city – what about the steps to my houseboat?
A city resident is questioning the implementation of woman-friendly urban design in Amsterdam after the municipality began installing grate-style stairs that are impractical for high heels. While Alde...
6 English-language book clubs in Amsterdam
Amsterdam hosts several vibrant English-language book clubs that bring together international readers to discuss a variety of genres. These groups, such as Read and Sips and AMS Chapters, offer divers...
British bestselling author and former politician Jeffrey Archer (86) has died
British author and former politician Jeffrey Archer has died at the age of 86. Known for successful series like The Clifton Chronicles, Archer also had a complex political career marked by a perjury c...
Illuminated tents in Westerpark symbolize Amsterdammers without a home
The Regenboog Groep installed illuminated tents in Amsterdam's Westerpark to highlight the plight of over 13,000 residents living without permanent housing. The protest coincides with the national Wee...
Squatters in Sarphatistraat: 'Homes for people, not for profit'
Squatters have occupied a vacant building on Sarphatistraat in Amsterdam, displaying banners against profit-driven housing. Because the group has been present for over a week, police cannot conduct an...
Building squatted on Sarphatistraat
A building on Sarphatistraat in Amsterdam was occupied by squatters a week ago, who have since displayed banners protesting the commodification of housing. The property owner is aware of the situation...
Men march through Amsterdam to protect women, feminist groups ‘irked by the gesture’
Organizers are holding a march in Amsterdam this Saturday intended to advocate for women's safety. Feminist groups have criticized the event, specifically taking issue with the organizers' stated goal...
Men march through Amsterdam against violence against women, feminist groups critical of the term 'protect'
Organizers are planning a march from Dam Square to Museumplein in Amsterdam this Saturday to protest violence against women. The event has faced backlash from feminist groups who take issue with the o...
Performer Jef Van gestel and dancer Cheroney Pelupessy win Gieskes-Strijbis Podium Prize
Performer Jef Van gestel and dancer Cheroney Pelupessy have been named winners of the Gieskes-Strijbis Podiumprijs, receiving 70,000 euros each for their contributions to the Dutch performing arts. Th...
Olcay Gulsen feels 'extremely unsafe' after watch robbery
Presenter Olcay Gulsen was violently robbed of her watch by two masked individuals after leaving her office last Thursday. She has expressed profound insecurity due to the assault and the subsequent m...
At the Amsterdam Piano Duo Festival two pianists always play at once: how does that work?
The fourteenth edition of the Pianoduo Festival Amsterdam, organized by the Scholtes & Janssens duo, is currently taking place. This year's festival program emphasizes the balance between musical trad...
Mik Moody (72) and Isabelle Nadrai (59) built their own home in De Pijp: ‘Once guests sit down at the table, they never want to leave’
Mik Moody and Isabelle Nadrai have lived in a self-renovated home in Amsterdam's Diamantbuurt neighborhood since 1993. The couple transformed a dilapidated building by adding two floors and choosing a...
At the Dads and Ponytails workshop, fathers learn how to braid their daughters' hair: 'It’s actually very simple'
Faizi Nazir has launched a workshop in Amsterdam called Papa’s en Pony’s to teach fathers how to braid their daughters' hair. The initiative aims to help dads overcome their lack of experience and...
Fourteen children and relationships with stars: the love life of Elon Musk
Elon Musk has fathered fourteen children through various relationships with several women, including Justine Wilson, Talulah Riley, Grimes, Shivon Zilis, and Ashley St. Clair. His personal life is cha...
Alice in Wonderland theater production is a dazzling adventure full of dance, music, and magic
The Toneelmakerij and Doxx are launching a contemporary theatrical adaptation of Alice in Wonderland, focusing on themes of identity and self-confidence. The production premieres on October 11 at the ...