Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Amnesty: propaganda dominates Russian education
Amnesty International reports that propaganda dominates education systems in Russia and Russian-occupied regions of Ukraine. The human rights organization argues that Russia is violating children's ri...
Toos & Henk - June 1
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides a unique perspective on current events through his daily comic strip, Toos & Henk. The illustrations are published every week from Monday to Saturday.
‘If I were to let go of music, it would feel like losing an arm’
On the Zeedijk is analog camera shop Analogue, where they want you to take your time
Spot the differences: Sloterweg in 1975 and 2026
Review: From Cito scores to sex life, Tim Kroezen goes in all directions in cabaret debut
New York Mayor keeps word and boycotts Israel Day Parade
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani boycotted the annual Israel Day Parade on Sunday, making him the first mayor of the city to not participate in the event. The move follows through on his previous commitm...
René Diekstra: Assisted suicide is a right, not a crime
René Diekstra argues that assisted suicide should be treated as a legal right rather than a criminal offense. The article references a study he co-authored at Leiden University over 45 years ago whic...
Former EO presenter Menno Helmus (64) dies
Former EO presenter Menno Helmus has passed away at the age of 64 following a battle with cancer. During his career at the Dutch broadcaster from 1992 to 2010, he hosted programs such as Live-Lijn, Om...
French museum reports theft of artistic banana
A museum in Metz, France, has filed a police report after a banana that was part of Maurizio Cattelan's artwork 'Comedian' was stolen. A security guard discovered that the fruit, which was taped to a ...
Which teacher made a difference for you? Respond!
A Dutch media outlet is inviting readers to share stories about teachers who had a significant positive impact on their lives for an upcoming series of interviews. Interested participants are asked to...
Dua Lipa marries Callum Turner in London
Singer Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner married on Sunday at the Old Marylebone Town Hall in London. The wedding ceremony was reported by several media outlets, including People magazine.
Songbird sport thrives in Amsterdam: every twa-twa whistle counts
The Surinamese singing bird association Ringmaster Amsterdam hosts competitive matches where 'twa-twa' birds are judged on the number of whistles they produce. Suniel Chedie, a prominent figure in the...
Suzan and Freek look back on 'amazing month in Arnhem'
Dutch musical duo Suzan & Freek have concluded a successful series of ten sold-out concerts at the GelreDome in Arnhem. After the final performance on Sunday afternoon, the pair reflected on the exper...
What I've won from radio contests: Radio, power bank, record player and now TV recordings
A journalist describes the experience of being unexpectedly broadcast live across the Netherlands after messaging a radio station to participate in a contest. The author details their history of winni...
GTST actress Noël van Kleef expecting first child
Actress Noël van Kleef and her partner Thom have announced that they are expecting their first child. The couple shared the news on Instagram, with the baby expected to arrive in November.
De Jong falls to Zverev in fourth round of Roland Garros
Jesper de Jong's impressive run at Roland Garros came to an end in the fourth round following a straight-sets loss to Alexander Zverev. The 26-year-old Dutch player lost 6-7, 4-6, 1-6 on his birthday,...
Tractor pulling finally back at full throttle after two rained-out editions
The Trekkertrek Fun & Power Festival in Nieuw-Vennep returned successfully this weekend after two years of cancellations due to heavy rain. Participants competed in tractor-pulling challenges under su...
Amsterdam to launch its own port week in June; IJmuiden Port Festival follows a week later
Amsterdam will host its first port week in June to showcase the innovation and accessibility of its harbor as part of the Zeehavendagen. The event aims to demonstrate the relevance of the port and wil...
Central Jewish Consultation threatens legal action over Kanye West
The Central Jewish Consultation (CJO) has threatened legal action if the Dutch government does not impose an entry ban on artist Kanye West, also known as Ye. The organization formally submitted the r...
Mick Jagger hints at new Rolling Stones tour
Mick Jagger expressed his excitement for a future Rolling Stones tour during an interview with BBC Radio 2. The legendary rock band is scheduled to release its 25th studio album, titled "Foreign Tongu...
Hannie Schaft inspires students in Brazil: 'I hear they are thinking about how they can take action themselves'
A graphic novel about Dutch resistance fighters Hannie Schaft and the Oversteegen sisters is inspiring students in Brazil to reflect on activism and resistance. The book's Brazilian creators note that...
Britt regrets choosing an anonymous donor: 'A child needs to know where they come from'
Britt shares her regret over choosing an unknown sperm donor in the new "Donorkindpodcast voor Wensouders," emphasizing that children should know their biological origins. The podcast, created by Este...
Easels & Brushes and Art Route Beverwijk/Wijk aan Zee. 'We skipped the fairies and dragons'
The Ezels & Kwasten and Kunstroute events took place in Beverwijk and Wijk aan Zee over the weekend, celebrating 750 years of market rights in Beverwijk. The festival focused on themes of history, sto...
Behind the scenes at the 406-year-old Van der Eng duck decoy
The 406-year-old Van der Eng duck decoy near Uitgeest is a secluded site featuring a central pond surrounded by reed screens to protect the birds. This historic facility provides a rare look at tradit...
Rod Stewart cancels Las Vegas concerts due to sinus infection
81-year-old singer Rod Stewart has canceled two scheduled concerts in Las Vegas due to a sinus infection. On the advice of his doctors, he is taking a period of rest to recover from the illness.
'We have so much fun in the team': Coach Peter van Dalen sees fun as the secret behind Sparks Haarlem's success
Sparks Haarlem's women's softball team continued their winning streak with two victories against Onze Gezellen on Saturday. Coach Peter van Dalen attributes the team's recent success to the positive a...
Bullet in the Butt: Poignant War Theater at Zandvoorts Museum
The theater production 'Kogel in de Kont' will premiere at the Zandvoorts Museum on Thursday, June 26. The play explores themes of memory, guilt, and the impact of war on ordinary lives through an imm...
Hours in line for a ticket to Madonna, Prince or David Bowie
The article reflects on the nostalgic experience of waiting in long lines at VVV offices to buy concert tickets for legendary artists like Madonna, Prince, and David Bowie. It contrasts this physical,...
