Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Millie Bobby Brown did strength, conditioning and jiu-jitsu training for Enola Holmes 3
Millie Bobby Brown and the cast of Enola Holmes 3 endured difficult conditions while filming in the intense heat of Malta while wearing historical costumes. Despite the physical challenges of the shoo...
After four seasons of building, The Bear is now falling apart
Jermaine Jackson allowed to defend himself in rape case
Jermaine Jackson has been granted a new opportunity to defend himself against allegations of sexual assault dating back to 1988. This follows a 2023 legal ruling in which the singer was ordered to pay...
Living with security costs Miljuschka Witzenhausen friendships
Television presenter Miljuschka Witzenhausen revealed that some of her friends ended their relationships because they found the intense security measures surrounding her life too difficult to manage. ...
House of the Dragon review: dragon sea battle instead of drones in the fictional Strait of Hormuz
Victor Reinier wishes Jonas Smulders luck as Vledder: 'Best role on TV'
Victor Reinier has expressed his support for Jonas Smulders, who is set to play the role of Vledder in the new Baantjer series. Reinier, who portrayed the detective in the original show, described the...
Village People lead singer Victor Willis (74) has died
Victor Willis, the lead singer of the Village People, has passed away at the age of 74. The band announced the news of his death on social media this Monday.
Ajax loans defender Alders to Telstar again
Ajax has agreed to loan 21-year-old defender Gerald Alders to Telstar for the upcoming season. Alders previously spent six months on loan at the club, which finished fourteenth in the league standings...
Criticism of finances and lack of culture in new Haarlemmermeer administration plans: 'Big ambitions, weak foundation'
The new Haarlemmermeer administration's coalition agreement has drawn criticism for its ambitious goals and weak financial substantiation. Opposition parties highlighted a lack of focus on culture and...
Prosecutors drop rape case against Harvey Weinstein
Prosecutors in New York have dropped a rape charge against former film mogul Harvey Weinstein after the accuser declined to testify. The decision brings an end to what would have been the fourth trial...
Mist cannons and sponges: heat measures at festivals and concerts
Event organizers are using mist cannons and sponges to protect festival and concert attendees from extreme temperatures this week. These cooling measures are being implemented to make the summer heat ...
Spanish media: Goalkeeper Ter Stegen on his way to Ajax on loan
German goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen is reportedly close to joining Ajax on a one-season loan from FC Barcelona. According to the Spanish sports newspaper AS, the deal is nearing completion for th...
Kansas City turns out in force for Oranje fan walk
Thousands of residents in Kansas City joined Dutch football fans for a massive fanwalk through the city center on Thursday. The event followed a celebration in the Power & Light District as supporters...
Match-worn Netherlands shirts against Sweden auctioned for 50,618 euros
An auction of match-worn jerseys from the Dutch national football team's World Cup game against Sweden raised 50,618 euros. The majority of the proceeds will be donated to the Princess Máxima Fund.
Spin Foundation receives Sports Council Medal, Hera United named Amsterdam Top Sports Hero 2026
Haarlem Shakes provides stage for beginner bands: "With us, you're allowed to be shit"
The new music festival Haarlem Shakes is launching this Saturday at De Volharding to provide a platform for emerging and semi-professional bands in Haarlem. Organizers created the event to counteract ...
Nieuw-Vennep Festival Week, Autocross, and Culinair Zwanenburg among Haarlemmermeer events cancelled due to code red; Saturday also at risk
All outdoor events in Haarlemmermeer, including the Nieuw-Vennep festival week and Culinair Zwanenburg, have been immediately cancelled due to extreme heat and a code red weather warning. Authorities ...
Bar Selona brings Barcelona to Haarlem: casual Catalan food served by two families
Owners Ibrahim Borham and Jurran van Slooten have opened Bar Selona in Haarlem, aiming to bring the atmosphere of Barcelona to the city. The establishment offers low-threshold Catalan food served in a...
Amber (28) from Heemskerk battles the heat with Circus Barani in Uitgeest: 'It only gets hot for me at the top'
Circus Barani is proceeding with scheduled performances in Uitgeest this weekend despite high temperatures. Performer Amber Blokker continues her high-altitude act, where she notes that the heat is mo...
Blood, Sweat & Tears singer David Clayton-Thomas dies at 84
David Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of the band Blood, Sweat & Tears, has died at the age of 84. The Canadian artist passed away on Wednesday in a hospital in Toronto, as confirmed by his publicist.
The big winner after Netherlands-Mexico is the clever owner of a Thai restaurant in Denmark
This article reflects on the 1998 World Cup football match between the Netherlands and Mexico, which was viewed by fans at a festival site in Denmark. It highlights the story of a local Thai restauran...
Koster has new strategic role in women's football at Ajax
Daphne Koster has been appointed as the new head of strategy for women's football at Ajax. The Amsterdam-based club announced the transition on Thursday, noting that she officially started her new rol...
Wouter Laumans and Paul Vugts on Thijs Römer’s performance: ‘I understand victims thinking, what the fuck is this?’
Residents find it incomprehensible that Amsterdammers don't visit Betondorp more often: ‘It’s a hidden gem’
Professor Anniek de Ruijter (44) becomes rector of the UvA
Dutch fans celebrate in a still-dry Kansas City
Dutch football fans gathered in Kansas City to celebrate ahead of the national team's final World Cup group match against Tunisia. The event featured performances by artists such as FeestDJRuud and Yv...
Water guns and rest breaks during sweltering Nieuw-Vennep Festival Week: ‘Teams want to win, but safety first’
The annual festival week in Nieuw-Vennep is continuing despite a code orange heat warning, with organizers implementing extra rest breaks and shorter event segments to ensure participant safety. Atten...
Katia Garcia first woman to referee a Dutch national team World Cup match: ‘She is calm, but fierce when necessary’
Katia Garcia will become the first female referee in World Cup history to officiate a match involving the Dutch national team. The 33-year-old official is scheduled to lead the game taking place early...
Stephen Cheney organizes stage for pop bands with Haarlem Shakes!: ‘First time some get paid for performing’
Stephen Cheney has launched "Haarlem Shakes!" to provide a new performance platform for pop bands in Haarlem, addressing the decline of local venues for non-professional musicians. The initiative aims...
