Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Ajax lose to FC Twente in friendly match
Ajax suffered a 1-0 defeat in a friendly match against FC Twente on Thursday. The practice game ended with a narrow loss for the Amsterdam-based club.
Pubs allowed to stay open overnight for late World Cup matches this summer
Bars in Amsterdam will be allowed to extend their opening hours from June 11 to July 19 to broadcast late-night FIFA World Cup matches held in North America. Mayor Femke Halsema specified that while e...
We're back and that's great! Bars and restaurants can stay open longer during the World Cup
Hospitality businesses in Amsterdam are permitted to extend their opening hours during the World Cup to accommodate late-night football matches. This change allows fans to watch the games in local pub...
Amazon video doorbells now recognize your face – ‘undesirable’, says regulator
Amazon is introducing AI-powered facial recognition technology to its video doorbells, which the company claims will store data securely. However, the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) has expresse...
S10 shares tribute to twin brother: 'I've been given a life sentence'
Dutch singer S10 shared a tribute on Instagram to her late twin brother, Emiel, reflecting on the lifelong impact of his death. She expressed frustration that suspects in the case are currently free w...
S10 opens up about twin brother's fatal fall: 'I have a life sentence'
Dutch singer S10 has expressed her grief and frustration over the legal case following the death of her twin brother, Emiel, who died after falling from a fourth-floor window in Amsterdam to escape be...
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Mores support center: inappropriate behavior still a structural problem in media sector
Support point Mores concludes in its first monitor report that undesirable behavior remains a structural problem within the cultural, creative, and media sectors. While a foundation for improvement ha...
At De Pastafabriek they know: don't scoop sauce onto the pasta, let them ‘marry’ in the pan instead
De Pastafabriek, located in a former shipping maintenance building, emphasizes authentic Italian cooking techniques such as mixing pasta and sauce together in the pan. The establishment highlights the...
Zandvoort awaits Dolfirama demolition appeal with confidence
The municipality of Zandvoort has postponed the forced demolition of the long-vacant Dolfirama building following an appeal by its owner. The legal challenge seeks to overturn a court ruling that had ...
Art theft suspect asks court to approve plea deal
A 37-year-old suspect involved in the theft of Romanian art treasures from the Drents Museum has asked a court in Assen to approve procedural agreements made with the Public Prosecution Service. The r...
Stolen helmet back on display in Romanian museum next week
Romanian art treasures stolen from the Drents Museum in early 2025 are returning to public display in Bucharest. The golden helmet of Cotofenesti and two Dacian bracelets will be presented at the Nati...
At Carré, singer Anohni shows she is not just a musician, but also an environmental activist and artist
Marian Mudder saw cheating as a way to survive in 'explosive' relationship
Actress and therapist Marian Mudder revealed in an interview with LINDA. that she previously cheated as a coping mechanism during a toxic and explosive relationship. Reflecting on her past, she stated...
Jutta Leerdam makes Forbes 30 Under 30 list: 'So unreal'
Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam has been included in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list within the Sports & Games category. The prestigious list by the American business magazine recognizes her as one of th...
First exhibition of a Dutch artist in the Rijksmuseum gardens
Injury woes the most constant factor in AZ's impressive season, according to Danielle Kliwon
AZ remains the only Dutch club still competing in three different tournaments this season despite a persistent series of injuries. The team's performance has been noted as particularly impressive comp...
Haarlem talent in semi-finals of Princess Christina Competition: ‘Exciting, and nice to play for an audience’
Young musicians Hanna Zhang and Abel Honée from Haarlem have reached the semi-finals of the Prinses Christina Concours. The two teenage talents are scheduled to perform this Saturday in Leiden for a ...
Singer-songwriter Melle: Staying true to myself, only then comes the question of whether others like it
Singer-songwriter Melle Boddaert, an alumnus of the InHolland conservatory in Haarlem, has established his music career by winning regional awards and participating in the Popronde tour. Following the...
How a prophetic photo became street art thanks to Kamp Seedorf
Artist collective Kamp Seedorf has transformed an iconic 1980s photograph of Frank Rijkaard and Patrick Kluivert into street art. The original image was captured by photographer Pim Ras and highlights...
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Gisèle Pelicot receives Four Freedoms Award in Middelburg
French rape survivor Gisèle Pelicot received the Four Freedoms Award for 'Freedom from Fear' during a ceremony in Middelburg. Pelicot, who gained international recognition for making her trial agains...
Come on, chickens! by Hilde Peters named Picture Book of the Year 2027
Hilde Peters' picture book 'Kom maar, kipjes!' has been selected as the Picture Book of the Year for 2027. The book succeeds 'Kleine Aap' and will be the featured title during the National Reading Day...
Dawn Brothers: ten years of organic rock
The Rotterdam-based band Dawn Brothers is celebrating their tenth anniversary with the release of a new live album titled 'Under the cover of the midnight hour'. The record marks a significant milesto...
Parents support phone bans but fail at their own screen time: ‘They lack self-reflection’
While many parents support smartphone bans for children, they often struggle to manage their own excessive screen time and digital distractions. The article highlights how parents frequently prioritiz...
Lawyers: Suspect Z. was not in Drents Museum during robbery
Lawyers for alleged art thief Bernhard Z. argued on Thursday that the evidence against him is less overwhelming than the prosecution claims. They asserted that the 35-year-old suspect was not present ...
Military camp, vintage cars and wartime food at Fort Veldhuis; main attraction is a working aircraft engine
Fort Veldhuis will host a military and vintage vehicle event on Sunday, May 3, featuring a military camp, old tractors, and classic cars. Visitors can sample wartime food and witness the main attracti...
The Big Art Show is an alternative to the way museums present art
Princess Amalia brunches with Mayor Femke Halsema
Princess Amalia traveled to Amsterdam for a meeting with Mayor Femke Halsema at the mayor's invitation. The visit began with a brunch before the princess continued her busy schedule in the city.
Philippe Remarque named new deputy editor-in-chief of AD
Philippe Remarque has been appointed as the new deputy editor-in-chief of the Dutch newspaper AD. Remarque, who previously served as the editor-in-chief of de Volkskrant for nine years, most recently ...