Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Marco Borsato back on television. ‘He’s playing the pity card. He needs to change his approach’
Reputation experts discuss the potential return of singer Marco Borsato to the entertainment industry following his legal battles. They suggest that while a comeback is possible, he needs to change hi...
Underground music makers connect: Unfiltered and straight from the heart
The 'Nieuwe Nederlandse Naïviteit' is a vibrant new underground music scene in the Netherlands characterized by artists who create unfiltered and heartfelt music. The movement has already released tw...
Video | AI version of late actor Val Kilmer appears in movie trailer
18-year-old arrested for assaulting PowNed journalist in Utrecht
An 18-year-old man from Utrecht has been arrested for assaulting a PowNed journalist in the city's Overvecht district on March 11. The police confirmed the suspect's apprehension following the physica...
Lawyers for art heist suspects speak today — follow it here
The trial regarding the art robbery at the Drents Museum continued in Assen on Thursday with defense lawyers presenting their pleas. Prosecutors have requested prison sentences between 44 months and 5...
Severely injured Bert Kops would never wrestle again, but shortly after became champion
Amsterdam-born wrestler Bert Kops Jr. overcame a life-threatening car accident at age 19 that doctors predicted would end his athletic career. Defying medical expectations, he returned to training and...
Aaron Carter's mother starts fundraiser for Walk of Fame star
Jane Carter, the mother of the late singer Aaron Carter, has launched a GoFundMe campaign to honor her son with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She aims to raise $85,000 to cover the application...
Video | King places stent in simulation: 'Think I'll stick to flying'
Video | Pelicot candid about 'chilling' rape case on RTL Tonight
Searching for traces of the past at the Brederode Ruins: Children can earn an archaeologist passport
Starting April 26, children can engage in an archaeological adventure at the Brederode Ruins in Santpoort-Zuid during the May school holiday. By completing various tasks, participants have the opportu...
Marco Borsato opened up immediately when chef Sergio Herman asked him about the recent period
German band Alphaville wants Trump to stop using hit Forever Young
The German band Alphaville has issued a legal demand for Donald Trump to stop using their hit song 'Forever Young' in his posts on Truth Social. The band shared the cease and desist notice on Instagra...
Toos & Henk - April 16
Cartoonist Paul Kusters offers a unique perspective on current events through his daily comic strip Toos & Henk. The illustrations are published every Monday through Saturday.
Education Inspectorate concerned by youth violence in Beverwijk-Haarlem: 'The context collapsed'
The Dutch Education Inspectorate's annual report highlights the youth violence that broke out between groups from Beverwijk and Haarlem in September 2025. The report cites the incident and accompanyin...
Get a cup of coffee or matcha at Laundry Boy in the Jordaan while your laundry is being done
Siri Hustvedt wrote grief memoir after death of famous husband Paul Auster
Amalia's working visit marks strong ties with Amsterdam, but it was once very different
Ticketmaster owner in US found to have a monopoly
A federal jury in the United States has found Live Nation Entertainment, the parent company of Ticketmaster, guilty of illegal monopoly behavior. The verdict marks a major legal defeat for the America...
King: Made clear to Trump we disagree
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands stated that he expressed fundamental disagreements with U.S. President Donald Trump during a dinner at the White House. He described the conversation as open a...
Marco Borsato on relationship with Leontine Ruiters: 'She is more complete without me'
Dutch singer Marco Borsato returned to the public eye after six years during an appearance on the Belgian program 'Sergio in Italië'. He spoke candidly about his current well-being and his relationsh...
Anita Witzier also to go freelance after 30 years at KRO-NCRV
Anita Witzier is leaving her permanent position at the Dutch broadcaster KRO-NCRV after nearly thirty years of service. Starting May 1, she will transition to a freelance role while continuing to deve...
Simon Sprietsma (60) has been the designer of the city center for 35 years
Architect Simon Sprietsma was honored with a symposium at the Zuiderkerk for his 35-year career designing iconic public spaces in Amsterdam, including the Dam and Leidseplein. Since 1991, Sprietsma ha...
Pope festively welcomed in Cameroon
Pope Leo XIV has arrived in Cameroon, where he was greeted by thousands of people during a festive welcome. This visit marks the second stop of his African tour, following an earlier trip to Algeria.
New concert band 'The Blowing Gnat' unique accessible initiative: 'You don't even have to read music'
A new amateur wind ensemble called 'De Blazende Mug' has been established in Haarlem, offering a low-threshold opportunity for beginners and returning musicians to play instruments. Approximately sixt...
Mathias (12) had his poem for airmen shot down in the war ready in an instant: ‘With freedom you can enjoy your life’
Twelve-year-old Mathias wrote a poem for the annual commemoration at the Vliegermonument located in the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen. The ceremony honors English airmen who were killed when their tr...
Marco van Basten reports stalking: 'She is going further and further'
Former professional footballer Marco van Basten has filed a police report against a woman for stalking. He stated that the harassment has been ongoing for a significant amount of time and is continuin...
New hobby unlocked: 3 Amsterdam cafes where you can craft
Amsterdam is seeing a rise in art cafes where patrons can engage in creative activities like ceramic painting, clay work, and linocutting while enjoying coffee. This new trend offers a social space fo...
Martijn Lakemeier calls relationship with Máxima actress Delfina Chaves a 'journey'
Martijn Lakemeier and Delfina Chaves, stars of the series Máxima, are navigating their relationship following previous reports of a split. In an interview with LINDA. magazine, Lakemeier described th...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam (April 17, 18 and 19)
This article highlights various weekend activities taking place in Amsterdam from April 17 to 19. Featured events include local markets, dancing at coffee bars, and professional photography sessions f...
Kennemer and Danish youth orchestras form symphony orchestra for King’s Concert: ‘Playing together is just much more fun than alone’
The Kennemer Youth Orchestra is collaborating with a Danish youth orchestra to form a combined symphony orchestra for an upcoming King's concert. Conductor Christiaan Kuyvenhoven is leading the final ...