Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Long-awaited game GTA VI costs 80 euros and the box is empty
Rockstar Games has announced that the standard edition of Grand Theft Auto VI will cost 80 euros, while a special version with additional content will be priced at 100 euros. The announcement follows ...
Video | Pharrell Williams presents new Louis Vuitton collection in Paris
Speed cameras to keep trucks off fragile Spaarndam locks: 'Woerdersluis could collapse'
The municipality of Haarlem is installing enforcement cameras in Spaarndam-West to prevent trucks from illegally using restricted roads. This measure aims to improve local livability and protect the h...
Wierd Duk obviously knew more about the heat than the KNMI scientists
Defqon.1 to allow fewer people on festival grounds this weekend due to heat
The hardstyle festival Defqon.1 is reducing its visitor capacity this Friday and Saturday due to expected high temperatures. Organizers have decided to restrict entry to weekend ticket holders only du...
From surf rock to post-punk: fifteen local acts at new festival in Haarlem
The new festival Haarlem Shakes! will feature fifteen local bands and artists from Haarlem and the surrounding region. The event aims to introduce a broader audience to diverse musical acts ranging fr...
Theo Rekelhof is the only professional fisherman on the Westeinderplassen: on eel and the hand of God
Theo Rekelhof is the last remaining professional fisherman working on the Westeinderplassen lake system. He catches eel and other fish, which he processes and smokes in a custom-built smokehouse.
Gossip updates | Drew Barrymore shares short tribute to Cameron Diaz
American actress Drew Barrymore shared a social media tribute to her friend Cameron Diaz as part of a celebrity update series. The Dutch news outlet NU.nl provides these regular insights into the live...
Three suspects in court today for pelting anti-Black Pete protest
Three suspects are appearing in court today for their alleged involvement in the violent disruption of an anti-Black Pete protest in Volendam in December 2021. The defendants are charged with public v...
Toos & Henk - June 25
Cartoonist Paul Kusters shares his unique perspective on current events through the daily Toos & Henk comic strip. The series is published every Monday through Saturday.
Thijs Römer doubts not informing victims about performance
Dutch actor Thijs Römer is returning to public life and reflecting on his past conviction in an interview with Mischa Blok. He discusses the controversy surrounding his recent stage performance and e...
Lutmaak is a new creative hub in De Pijp: ‘A neighbor asked if she could paint here too. That is wonderful’
Watching Netherlands-Tunisia on a cafe terrace is out: ‘Doors closed, AC on, it will be a great night of football’
Swedish hit producers Max Martin and Shellback sell music rights
Swedish music producers Max Martin and Shellback have sold the rights to their Wolf Cousins music catalog. The collection includes stakes in major hits by global artists such as Taylor Swift and The W...
Most Amsterdam children out of school for religious reasons must return to school
Most children in Amsterdam currently exempted from school for religious or ideological reasons will be required to return starting next academic year. The decision follows a Supreme Court ruling that ...
Albert and Joyce from B&B vol liefde have married
Albert Diks and Joyce van der Tas, known from the reality show "B&B Vol liefde," were married on Wednesday. The wedding ceremony took place at Albert's castle in Catalonia, Spain.
Daryl Hall undergoes kidney transplant: 'Get ready for more music'
Daryl Hall, founder of the duo Hall & Oates, recently underwent a successful kidney transplant. The singer shared the news on Instagram, stating that the operation was a success and that fans should g...
Weekend tips: what to do in Amsterdam (June 26 - 28)
Amsterdam is expected to experience a heatwave from June 26 to 28, with tropical temperatures forecast for the weekend. The article provides a guide to local activities and events for those planning t...
Sultry summer evening draws hundreds to first Harbour Festival in Heemstede
Hundreds of people attended the first edition of the Harbourfestival in Heemstede on Wednesday evening. Although the turnout was lower than the organizers' goal of 1,000 visitors, the event was consid...
Friendly but strict at De Pioniers allotment association anniversary: ‘If the garden isn’t in order, you can be fined’
Volkstuindersvereniging De Pioniers in Zwanenburg celebrated its 60th anniversary with a community barbecue and activities for children. The association noted that while its membership has become more...
Heat strains Nieuw-Vennep festival week, but new water spectacle is a hit
Extreme heat has forced organizers of the Nieuw-Vennep festival week to cancel several indoor activities for vulnerable groups due to high temperatures in event tents. In contrast, water-based activit...
Marieke Elsinga returns as host of RTL Boulevard this fall
Marieke Elsinga is set to return as a presenter for the Dutch television program RTL Boulevard this autumn. The announcement follows the news that she will be leaving her role on the Qmusic morning ra...
New Velsen city theater to be nearly twice as large, neighborhood concerned about parking
The new city theater in IJmuiden is planned to be significantly larger and taller than the current structure. Despite the expansion, local residents have voiced concerns primarily regarding the theate...
Jonna van de Velde leaves Ajax for Hoffenheim
Supergirl Review: Quite refreshing that the heroine lives life so nonchalantly – for a bit, at least
'Berry Bantam' on World Cup opponent Tunisia: "Piece of cake, we'll beat them 4-0"
Residents of Haarlem's Bantamstraat, including local reporter Berry Hendriks, are optimistic about the Dutch national team's final group match against Tunisia, predicting a 4-0 win. Despite the 1:00 A...
Heavy rain expected in Kansas City during Oranje fan celebrations
Fans of the Dutch national football team in Kansas City are expected to encounter poor weather conditions on Thursday, including potential heavy rain and thunderstorms. Light rain is forecast to begin...
Netflix to release new version of One Piece anime series next year
Netflix has announced a new seven-episode version of the long-running Japanese anime series One Piece. The streaming service stated that the new series will be available to viewers starting in Februar...
UvA library closed after leak
When will the Drinking Water Museum in Heemstede finally reopen? Unique collection with 1853 water pipes, sophisticated equipment and a sturgeon from Kazakhstan
The Drinking Water Museum in Heemstede has been closed for three years, with no clear date set for its reopening. The museum houses a unique historical collection, including water pipes from 1853 and ...