Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Bruno Mars afterparty at Jimmy Woo called a disgrace and a total scam
Party Rock Anthem singer Lauren Bennett (37) has died
Lauren Bennett, known for her work with the band G.R.L. and the song Party Rock Anthem, has passed away at the age of 37. The cause of death has not been disclosed by the band.
A year of detours, 700 hours of work, now back in full glory: bridge 311
Rijksmuseum straightens subsided gate: It will stand perfectly straight for another hundred years
Acquaintances look back on Peter R. de Vries five years after his murder: 'We miss him'
Five years after the fatal attack on crime reporter Peter R. de Vries, RTL Boulevard paid tribute to his life and legacy. Colleagues and acquaintances shared their memories and expressed that they sti...
Street soccer tournament at Santpoort village festival continues thanks to RKVV Velsen and SRO Velsen: 'It would be a shame if it stopped'
A decades-old street soccer tradition at the Santpoort village festival was saved after RKVV Velsen and SRO Velsen stepped in to organize the event. The collaboration ensures the tournament continues ...
Author Connie Palmen (70) receives 2026 Constantijn Huygens Prize
Controversial AI actress Tilly Norwood lands first film role
The Dutch-developed AI actress Tilly Norwood, created by Eline van der Velden, has been cast in the upcoming feature film Misaligned. The digital actress has frequently been the subject of controversy...
North Holland, national government and other provinces create better habitat for the black-tailed godwit
Seven provinces and the Dutch national government have established an agreement to improve habitats and protect the declining black-tailed godwit population. As the country is home to approximately 80...
Haarlem sculpture collective celebrates 25 years with exhibition 'Never Before Seen' at Galerie De Waag
The Haarlem Sculpture Collective is celebrating its 25th anniversary with an exhibition titled 'Nog Nooit Vertoond' at Galerie De Waag. Fifteen members are showcasing their latest artistic works durin...
Mama Baranka artist Nelson Carrilho (73) has passed away
Renowned artist Nelson Carrilho, best known for public sculptures like Mama Baranka in Amsterdam's Vondelpark, has died at the age of 73 following a cardiac arrest. His work often explored Caribbean-S...
Robert and Natasha travel by camper along the fourth stage of the Tour de France: "The wildfires are far away"
Robert and Natasha Viljoen are traveling with their daughter in a camper to watch the fourth stage of the Tour de France on July 7. Despite wildfires currently burning in the Aude department where the...
Doubles measures are a blow to Wimbledon winner Sem Verbeek
Dutch tennis player Sem Verbeek was eliminated in the round of 16 of the men's doubles at Wimbledon alongside his partner Sander Gille. Verbeek expressed significant concern regarding potential ATP pl...
NPO cuts its own flesh, axes two directors and support staff: 'Drastic and painful'
The Dutch public broadcaster NPO is reducing its management team by eliminating two director positions to improve organizational efficiency. These cuts are part of a broader cost-saving measure affect...
Tim Hofman launches new interview series, Arjen Lubach is first guest
Presenter Tim Hofman will launch a new interview series titled BOOS Grote Gesprekken on July 9. The program will feature conversations with prominent Dutch figures regarding their worldviews and vario...
Professor wants more focus on nature in coastal reinforcement: Allow yourself to dream a little
Bregje van Wesenbeeck, a professor at TU Delft and director of Deltares, is advocating for a greater focus on nature when strengthening the Dutch coastline. She encourages integrating ecological consi...
An XXL frikandel and a beer at 7 a.m. and nobody bats an eye. Welcome to the 'deunontbijt' in Uitgeest
Early in the morning in Uitgeest, residents gathered at a local cafeteria to enjoy an unusual breakfast of snacks like XXL-frikandellen paired with beer. The event, known as a 'deunontbijt,' drew a la...
In the Purmerend of Provence
As the summer travel season begins, the neighborhood is bustling with residents preparing for their vacations. The author reflects on the common social ritual of discussing upcoming holiday destinatio...
Piet (92) has lived in his grandmother Maria's house since birth — one of two Marias on the street
Piet, a 92-year-old resident, has lived in his grandmother's house on the Julianakade in IJmuiden since he was born. The street is notable for its houses named after women, including three houses that...
Video | Norwegian princess hugs Haaland in dressing room after World Cup win
Royal family to celebrate King's Day in Lelystad next year
King Willem-Alexander and his family will celebrate King's Day in Lelystad next year. This annual national holiday commemorates the King's birthday.
Historical guided tour of Oud-Velsen
A guided historical tour of the village of Oud-Velsen, located along the North Sea Canal, will take place on July 12. The event is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM.
K3 singer Hanne Verbruggen expecting second child
K3 singer Hanne Verbruggen has announced that she is expecting her second child. The 32-year-old shared the news by posting a picture of her ultrasound on Instagram.
Behind every object in Dirk’s (64) house lies a story: Things just cross my path
Frank committed to future of Uitgeest Harmony: 'Every child should actually play an instrument'
Frank Snijder has been a dedicated member of the Uitgeester Harmonie band for over fifty years, playing the trombone. He advocates for music education, expressing his belief that every child should ha...
Royal court releases first images of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit after lung transplant
The Norwegian royal court has released the first images of Crown Princess Mette-Marit since she underwent a lung transplant last month. The footage, shared on Instagram, shows the princess watching a ...
Rijksmuseum attracts young visitors this summer with Toy Story figures
Why does Hudson's Bay still stand on 'our' old V&D building? The letters are annoying
Residents of Haarlem are expressing frustration that the Hudson's Bay signage remains on the former V&D building. The persistence of these letters continues to irritate the local community.
Video | Bruno Mars cycles onto the stage in the ArenA wearing an orange scarf
