Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Johan Derksen on Estavana Polman's departure from VI: 'She is the victim'
Johan Derksen has commented on the departure of Estavana Polman from the television program Vandaag Inside, expressing regret over how the situation was handled. While Polman struggled to contribute t...
Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin welcome first child
Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin have welcomed their first child, announcing the news through an Instagram post from a Los Angeles Dodgers game. The couple, who married in 2023 after eight years toget...
Dutch people less likely to disapprove of violence against women: ‘Shocking’
Recent data from the World Values Survey 2026 shows that opposition to domestic violence against women is declining among the Dutch population, particularly among younger people. Researchers attribute...
Even street-art optimist Frankey lost hope in New York with Trump
Dutch street artist Frankey, known for his witty urban installations, is the subject of a new documentary that highlights his creative process and recent projects in New York. While his attempts to br...
Poet Lin An Phoa (31) opens the Night of Poetry: 'We need girls who take the sugar out of their voices'
Poet Lin An Phoa will open the Nacht van de Poëzie, presenting work that explores themes of activism, womanhood, and identity. Her debut poetry collection is scheduled to be released on November 26 t...
Works in Oscam's inaugural exhibition in Amsterdam Southeast were partly inspired by collages from Bijlmer residents
The arts center Oscam has opened a new location in Amsterdam-Zuidoost featuring the first Dutch solo exhibition by British-Ghanaian artist Bevan Agyemang. Titled Materialising Memories, the exhibition...
The photos of Ed van der Elsken remain timeless and magnificent: 'Don't look so grumpy, honey!'
Ed van der Elsken was a renowned Dutch photographer and filmmaker known for his intimate and candid portraits of life in Amsterdam. Although his intrusive shooting style might be controversial today, ...
Samuel Welten winner at Buma NL Awards, new prize named after René Karst
Samuel Welten won top honors at the Buma NL Awards in Tilburg for his successful Dutch-language singles. The event also featured the first presentation of the René Karst Award and recognized RadioNL ...
Residents and municipality face off in court over TikTok queues at Fabel Friet: how did it get so out of hand?
Neighbors of the Fabel Friet snack bar in Amsterdam are heading to court to demand that the municipality takes stronger action against massive, viral TikTok queues blocking the Runstraat. The resident...
Elle van Rijn (59) writes novel about Jewish art dealer Jacques Goudstikker, whose paintings were looted during the war
Author Elle van Rijn has released a novel titled Gestolen geluk, documenting the life of Jewish art dealer Jacques Goudstikker and the theft of his paintings during World War II. The story is told fro...
Former De Librije chef passes away suddenly: ‘Hopefully you’ll be cooking up a storm with Jonnie in heaven’
Former De Librije head chef Maik Kuijpers has died at age 40 after suffering a heart attack following the Dam tot Damloop race in Amsterdam. Widely respected in the culinary world, Kuijpers was a form...
Greeks full of bravado ahead of meeting with Oranje: "I'm putting my money on us"
The Dutch national football team is preparing to face Greece in a highly anticipated Nations League match. Greek football fans gathering at a local café in Amsterdam are optimistic about their team's...
Haarlem Dolle Mina has been fighting for abortion rights for fifty years
Activists from the Haarlem branch of Dolle Mina gathered in The Hague on International Day of Safe Abortion to support a new legislative proposal aimed at removing abortion from the criminal code. Vet...
The Spanish enclave at Ajax: A mix of human warmth and sporting toughness
Journalist Edwin Winkels discusses the increasing Spanish influence at Ajax, highlighting a coaching style that blends personal warmth with professional intensity. He also shares insights on the evolu...
Former top speed skater Irene Schouten expecting second child: 'So happy and grateful'
Former professional speed skater Irene Schouten has announced she is pregnant with her second child. The news follows a difficult year for the family, as their first-born son Dirk recently recovered f...
Kees Tol leaves vtwonen after nine years: Not my own choice
Kees Tol is stepping down as the host of the interior design program vtwonen: Weer verliefd op je huis after nine years. The presenter stated that the decision was made by the production company to al...
Norman Gershman portrayed Albanians who helped Jewish families during World War II
The exhibition Besa: A Code of Honor at OBA De Hallen showcases portraits by Norman Gershman of Albanians who protected Jewish families during the German occupation of World War II. The project honors...
New vocational training for swimming instructors aims to tackle shortages in Amsterdam pools: We hope for hundreds of applicants
To address severe staffing shortages at city pools, Amsterdam has introduced a new vocational MBO program that allows students to earn a qualification while working as paid swimming instructors. The t...
Dive into the past: what to do in Haarlem during the 2026 Month of History
Haarlem will participate in the 2026 Month of History throughout October, featuring the theme Body & Mind. The city will host a major History Festival on October 17, offering lectures, debates, and pe...
Turkish comedian Deniz Göktas sentenced to 19 months in prison for insulting Erdogan
Turkish comedian Deniz Göktas has been sentenced to nineteen months in prison for insulting President Erdogan and religious values during a televised comedy set. While he remains free pending an appe...
Billy Joel auctions part of his motorcycle collection for charity
Singer Billy Joel is auctioning part of his private motorcycle collection to benefit his charitable organization, The Joel Foundation. The collection includes notable items such as a commemorative Tri...
Kamiel (62) has a massive loft in the Jordaan with a cinema and conversation pit: 'Absurd luxury to have a room just for watching films'
Former film distributor Kamiel van der Ster has put his 240-square-meter luxury loft in Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood up for sale. The property, which he spent years renovating himself, features un...
Rod Stewart brings farewell tour to Amsterdam
Rod Stewart has announced his final concert tour, titled The Final Encore, which includes a stop in Amsterdam. The legendary artist clarified that while this is his last tour, he is not retiring from ...
Hitting the streets with model scout Michiel van Maaren: ‘There are so many beautiful people in the world’
This article features model scout Michiel van Maaren discussing his process of finding potential models on the streets. He shares his perspective on the abundance of beauty found in everyday people.
Three Amsterdam restaurants awarded Bib Gourmand for great food at an affordable price
Three restaurants in Amsterdam have been awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand for delivering excellent food at affordable prices. The honored establishments include FuLu Mandarijn, Utage Sake Bar, and Bo...
The 100th episode of Damsko: how is Urban Cowboy Rob from Noord doing?
The show Damsko revisits Rob van Delden, a former windsurfing champion and local celebrity once known for his cowboy attire, for its hundredth episode. The update reveals that Rob remains in deep isol...
Delicious! Haarlem restaurant awarded a Bib Gourmand
Brasserie Bruis in Haarlem has been awarded a Bib Gourmand by the Michelin Guide for its high-quality French cuisine and excellent price-to-quality ratio. The restaurant is one of ten establishments i...
New jaguar at Artis Zoo expected to breed: But love cannot be forced, even for jaguars
A 16-year-old male jaguar has arrived at Amsterdam's Artis Zoo from Sweden to join a 17-year-old female, with the hope that the pair will produce offspring for the species conservation program. The zo...
Katja Schuurman and Giel Beelen to participate in Het Perfecte Plaatje
The new season of the Dutch photography competition Het Perfecte Plaatje features a cast including Katja Schuurman, Giel Beelen, and several other well-known celebrities. Hosted by Tijl Beckand, the s...
Oasis sells out new tour tickets in three days
Oasis has sold out their upcoming tour tickets in three days using a pre-registration system to manage fan demand. The tour will feature brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher performing across Europe from ...