Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Only one DJ plays every night at pool and vinyl bar Spin: ‘We ask them to play as if they are in their own living room’
Spin is a spacious pool and vinyl bar in Amsterdam that features a unique atmosphere where one DJ curates the music each night. Patrons can enjoy playing billiards while eating food like karaage and s...
Municipality to open its own healthy restaurant to combat excess of fast food outlets
The Amsterdam municipal government plans to open and then deny a permit for its own unhealthy restaurant to test legal limits regarding health-based zoning. By taking the matter to court, officials ai...
Documentary about Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling and controversy over statements
A documentary about Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling is scheduled for release in 2027, covering both her professional rise and the controversies surrounding her statements on transgender rights. While...
NPO receives urgent letter from employees: 'Eurovision participation unacceptable'
NPO employees have sent a letter of protest against the broadcaster's decision to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest, citing moral concerns. Several broadcasting unions are also demanding clar...
Poetry on Rotterdam garbage trucks declared intangible heritage
Poetry verses displayed on Rotterdam garbage trucks have been officially designated as intangible cultural heritage. This long-term collaboration between Poetry International and local waste services ...
Trampoline controversy spreads from Amsterdam to Landsmeer: municipality to remove equipment without safety certification
Landsmeer is removing all trampolines from public areas that lack a safety certification to improve user protection and avoid legal liability. This policy change follows recent safety debates surround...
BBC stands by decision to remove trans slogan from T-shirt on dance show
The BBC removed a slogan supporting transgender rights from an actress's T-shirt during a dance program, sparking backlash from viewers. The broadcaster maintains that the editing complies with editor...
Linda de Mol and Tjitske Reidinga on Gooische Vrouwen: 'It keeps getting better'
Actresses Linda de Mol and Tjitske Reidinga discuss the return of the popular series Gooische Vrouwen, which is now in its eighth season. The cast members find their long-standing roles increasingly r...
Food critic Monique van Loon has a dream job: “I can tell beforehand if a restaurant is right for me.”
Monique van Loon is an experienced food critic who evaluates restaurants by meticulously studying their menus and service standards before and during her visits. She currently shares her top dining re...
TOTO returns to the Netherlands in 2027 for anniversary concert
The band TOTO has announced a special anniversary concert taking place in the Netherlands on July 3, 2027. Band member Steve Lukather highlighted the group's long-standing connection to the country, n...
Keri Russell had regular sex with Matthew Rhys during filming of The Americans
Actors Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys revealed they began a romantic relationship while filming the television series The Americans. The couple, who played spies on the show, frequently spent time toge...
Journalist Lex Boon (42) launched a lawsuit against Santa's official village: I ended up on the blacklist
Journalist Lex Boon has initiated a legal battle against a village in Lapland that markets itself as the official hometown of Santa Claus. His investigation into the village's claims led to unexpected...
Museum of the Mind in Haarlem raises 11,500 euros for mental health
The Museum van de Geest in Haarlem raised 11,500 euros during its Walk & Talk charity event to support youth mental health awareness. The proceeds will fund educational projects aimed at helping young...
Maxime Meiland signed herself up for Expeditie Robinson: 'I am very competitive'
Maxime Meiland is set to compete in the new season of Expeditie Robinson, having applied once her exclusive contract with Talpa ended. The reality star cited her competitive personality as her primary...
In the play ‘Is dit nu liefde’ you feel the manosphere closing in
The theatrical production 'Is dit nu liefde', directed by Leopold Witte and performed by Elly Scheele, examines the impact of destructive family patterns. The play specifically explores the struggle o...
Queen Sonja no longer a member of the Norwegian Royal House
Queen Sonja of Norway has been removed from the official list of the royal house and is now categorized as a member of the broader royal family. This administrative change was implemented following th...
Romee Strijd angry after Victoria's Secret show rejection: 'The story is not true'
Model Romee Strijd is speaking out against her agency after being notified late that she was excluded from the upcoming Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. She expressed that the lack of honesty regarding...
Because Jelte would not grow old, his parents sang ‘Happy Birthday’ to him every month
Jelte de Haan, a young boy who became the face of the Serious Request fundraiser, died in June 2024 from a terminal metabolic disease. His family's emotional journey and dedication to medical research...
Domestic violence hotline seeks 70 million euros in extra annual funding to tackle waiting lists and staff shortages
Veilig Thuis, an organization for domestic violence reporting, is calling for an extra 70 million euros annually to manage severe staffing shortages and mounting waiting lists. The additional funding ...
At the Ziggo Dome, J. Cole is the ideal rap son-in-law: technically perfect, engaging, and suddenly in a cowboy hat
Rapper J. Cole delivered a technically perfect and engaging performance at the Ziggo Dome on Monday evening. The artist showcased his passion and diligence, leaving the audience to sing along enthusia...
Boxing spectacle at Carré during eighteenth Ben Bril Memorial: "My mother could finally come and watch"
The 18th Ben Bril Memorial boxing tournament took place at the Royal Theater Carré in Amsterdam, featuring eight matches. Highlights included local debutant Denzel Oosterwolde, a victory for Kilat Ha...
No Kids Zone, sorry: Seoul, London and Brussels have child-free (and senior-free) hospitality, is that a good development?
The emergence of adult-only hospitality venues in cities like Seoul and London is fueling a global debate about child-free spaces. While some businesses are restricting access, other establishments ar...
We fish every day and go all winter long: more and more Amsterdam youth spending free time fishing
The Amsterdam Angling Association has reported a significant rise in youth fishing permits as more young people take up the sport. Participants describe fishing as an accessible outdoor activity that ...
Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies at 34
Actor RJ Mitte, best known for his role in Breaking Bad, has died at age 34. His representatives confirmed the news on Monday, though no cause of death has been reported for the actor and disability r...
Smulders, Ostermann and Yentl en de Boer win Poelifinario awards
The Poelifinario awards were presented to Smulders, Ostermann, and the duo Yentl en de Boer for their outstanding contributions to Dutch theater. Additionally, David Linszen was honored with the Neerl...
Poelifinario awards for Smulders, Ostermann and Yentl en de Boer
Smulders, Ostermann, and the duo Yentl en de Boer have won Poelifinario awards at the annual Cabaretgala held in The Hague. The event also featured a musical tribute to the late comedian and writer Pa...
Actress Selma Blair arrested after incident on plane
Actress Selma Blair was arrested at JFK Airport after experiencing a medical emergency during a flight that led to altercations with staff and law enforcement. She is facing two assault charges for al...
Henk Schiffmacher's team tattoos Rembrandt on Bo's back: "The perfect back"
Tattoo artist Henk Schiffmacher is tattooing a recreation of Rembrandt's 1633 etching, The Descent from the Cross, onto the back of Bo Kwakernaak. The project coincides with an upcoming collaboration ...
Britney Spears releases unreleased song with Justin Timberlake online
Britney Spears has released a previously unreleased track featuring Justin Timberlake titled She'll Never Be Me as part of an anniversary edition of her 2001 album. The singer, who has retired from cr...
Roxeanne and André Hazes hit with podcast: 'They're stark raving mad together'
Siblings Roxeanne and André Hazes have gained significant popularity with their weekly podcast, which is currently a top-twenty hit in the Netherlands. The pair, who have also received a Dutch Podcas...