Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Review: The ingenuity with which the forgotten souls of a Victorian asylum come to life makes you forget this is also fiction
Review: ‘October, October’ is a breathtaking youth novel about nature, loss, and acceptance
Tobi Dahmen illustrated his German family’s wartime past: ‘Everyone was part of the machine’
Gerri Eickhof returns to television with documentary for Omroep ZWART
Former NOS reporter Gerri Eickhof is returning to television with a three-part documentary series for Omroep ZWART titled "Ongelijke Behandeling." The series investigates the extent of inequality with...
Haarlem's orange street ready for the World Cup: "We have every confidence"
Residents of Bantamstraat in Haarlem have decorated their street in orange flags and banners ahead of the Netherlands' World Cup match against Japan. Despite recent mediocre results in practice matche...
Babette impresses jury. Bonhoeffer College Castricum student wins 2026 KNAW Education Prize
Babette de Bruijne, a student at Bonhoeffer College in Castricum, has won the 2026 KNAW Education Prize. Her winning research project investigated how bioflavonoids influence the antioxidant effects o...
VNG after ruling: religious exemptions from compulsory education harder to obtain
The Association of Netherlands Municipalities (VNG) is tightening rules for religious exemptions from compulsory school attendance following a recent Supreme Court ruling. Starting next school year, p...
Goalkeeper Van Eijk leaves Ajax for Bayern Munich
Regina van Eijk, a 24-year-old goalkeeper, is transferring from Ajax to Bayern Munich after the two clubs reached an agreement. Although she was under contract with the Amsterdam-based club until 2027...
Mischa Blok (50) profiles four talk show regulars: ‘The world is black and white for them, never gray’
The best exhibitions in Amsterdam right now
Regulator expects more gamblers and ads during World Cup
The Dutch gambling authority (Ksa) expects an increase in sports betting and advertisements during the upcoming football World Cup. Due to concerns about the vulnerability of young adults to gambling ...
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The biggest World Cup ever, yes. But the most beautiful World Cup was of course 1982
The upcoming World Cup is set to be the largest in history, featuring more host nations and matches than any previous tournament. While the scale of the new competition is unprecedented, the author no...
Goooooal! June 13 grand final Cruyff Street League on Dam Square
The grand finale of the Cruyff Street League street football tournament will take place on Saturday, June 13th, at Dam Square. Top local teams will compete for the title, and the public is invited to ...
Michelin-starred restaurant Noma reopens with new role for controversial chef
Renowned Danish restaurant Noma is set to reopen in August following its closure and recent operation as a pop-up in Los Angeles. Former head chef René Redzepi will return in a new role after steppin...
Hadewych Minis to star in new Netflix series from Paula van der Oest
Actors Hadewych Minis and Geert van Rampelberg will star in a new Netflix series directed by Paula van der Oest and Remy van Heugten. The title and specific plot details of the production have not yet...
At this long, cumbersome World Cup, the drama for now lies in matters other than football
The upcoming World Cup is described as a long and cumbersome tournament where the initial excitement stems from external factors rather than the matches themselves. Although the tournament is expected...
Amsterdam's art collection almost didn't exist due to inheritance tax
Carel Joseph Fodor and Adriaan van der Hoop played a foundational role in establishing the city of Amsterdam's municipal art collection. The article explores the historical origins of these acquisitio...
Serious Request to raise money for Dutch Burns Foundation in Arnhem this year
The 3FM Serious Request charity event will raise funds for the Dutch Burn Foundation this year. The Glass House will be located in Arnhem during the week leading up to Christmas.
TalentLab IJmond organizes football afternoon in Heemskerk
TalentLab IJmond is hosting a special football experience in Heemskerk to celebrate the World Cup. Children who normally participate in technology workshops at the IJmond Noord Library can instead spe...
Watching the Dutch team at night in the pub? Mixed picture for Velsen bars
The Dutch national football team is preparing for its first World Cup group match against Japan this Sunday in the United States. Local bars in Velsen are currently deciding whether to broadcast the t...
PowNed paints a shocking picture of Forum for Democracy: 'A money-hungry cult'
CBS: Slightly fewer Dutch people volunteering
According to a CBS study of nearly 8,000 people, approximately half of the Dutch population participated in volunteer work in 2025. While participation levels are comparable to pre-pandemic 2019 figur...
Fewer international students in Amsterdam for the first time in 20 years
The Big Bang Theory actress Kaley Cuoco expecting second child
The Big Bang Theory actress Kaley Cuoco and her partner Tom Pelphrey have announced they are expecting their second child. The couple shared the news on Instagram, including photos that revealed the b...
High school students find out if they passed and fly the flag
Over 182,000 high school students in the Netherlands are receiving their final exam results this Thursday. Those who pass traditionally celebrate by hanging a flag with their school bag, while others ...
AZ defender Mateo Chávez starts World Cup on holy ground in Mexico: 'Opponents feel the special powers here'
AZ defender Mateo Chávez shares his perspective on the upcoming 2026 World Cup opening match at the historic Aztec Stadium in Mexico City. The stadium is celebrated for its rich football history, inc...
Big screens on terraces for Dutch matches, here is where to watch the World Cup in Haarlem: ‘We’re going to go all out again this year’
Hospitality venues in Haarlem are preparing for the World Cup by installing large screens on terraces for the Dutch national team's matches. On Sunday, fans can gather at locations like the Botermarkt...
With one bingo card, the creators of the Eberhardjes and Dolly Bellefleur want to showcase all 170 nationalities of Amsterdam
