Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Actress Lena Dunham has become a mother to her first child
Actress Lena Dunham has announced the birth of her first child via a surrogate after undergoing a hysterectomy in 2018. The Girls creator and her husband, Luis Felber, welcomed their daughter over a w...
Singer Charli xcx on Playboy cover: 'When I feel sexy, I'm confident'
Singer Charli xcx discusses her recent Playboy cover shoot, noting that expressing her sexuality through fashion significantly boosts her self-confidence. She also credits her husband, musician George...
Ben Saunders' girlfriend reacts to his death: 'Indescribably large void'
Ben Saunders, the inaugural winner of The Voice of Holland, has passed away at the age of 43 after his body was discovered near Arnhem. His partner has asked for privacy during this time, while a publ...
Nicolaas Veul's new series may give a face to the most vulnerable Dutch people
Documentary maker Nicolaas Veul explores the lives of severely intellectually disabled individuals in a new television series filmed at a residential care center. Throughout his 86-day internship, Veu...
Statue in Kolenkit neighborhood aims to break down stereotypes about Muslim women
A new statue in Amsterdam's Kolenkit neighborhood depicts a Muslim woman breaking free from marble to challenge societal stereotypes. Created by local women, the artwork is part of the Vrouwen van Wes...
Rowyda (32) found a social housing unit that was 'cursed': 'We went through the house with white sage'
Rowyda Zakaria, 32, successfully secured a social housing unit through the Woningnet system after being selected from a pool of eight hundred applicants. Upon moving in, she felt the house had a negat...
Have you spotted this artwork by Streetart Frankey yet?
Street artist Streetart Frankey creates a new piece of art every week for the newspaper Het Parool. These installations are featured regularly in Amsterdam for public viewing.
Peter (68) and Laura (26): ‘On city trips I feel like a child again and just follow him’
Peter, 68, and Laura, 26, reflect on their relationship and family dynamic within the city of Amsterdam. Despite their age gap, the pair maintains a close bond characterized by mutual support and Pete...
At De Predetariër’s wild game butcher shop you can learn to debone game: ‘How do you do that hygienically?’
The Amsterdam-based business De Predetariër has opened a new wild game butcher shop on De Clercqstraat following the success of its sandwich shop in De Pijp. The store offers fresh game products alon...
No new information, but the many miscarriages of justice presented chronologically make the documentary Diabolical: The Epstein Files shocking enough
The documentary Diabolical: The Epstein Files provides a chronological overview of the case surrounding Jeffrey Epstein, detailing his history of abuse and the systemic failures that protected him. Wh...
Fauda review: with the Gaza war in mind, the fifth season is harder to digest
The fifth season of the action series Fauda is heavily influenced by the events of October 7, shifting the focus to intense acts of revenge by the protagonist, Doron. While the show maintains its sign...
Women's emancipation is declining, the Netherlands is lagging behind European countries
The Netherlands has slipped in global gender equality rankings due to slow progress in closing the gender gap compared to other European nations. Key factors contributing to this decline include the u...
Sean Diddy Combs' lawyers quit defense over unpaid bills
Sean Diddy Combs' legal team has resigned from his defense in a 100 million dollar defamation lawsuit, citing unpaid bills and poor cooperation. Combs claimed the split was a business decision over bi...
Malou Gorter and Hendrik Jan Bökkers nominated again for Televizier-Ring
Malou Gorter and Hendrik Jan Bökkers have been nominated for the Televizier-Ring, alongside talent nominees Daan Alferink, Frank van Leeuwen, and Bram Krikke. The winners will be revealed during the ...
Cannes winners coming to Amsterdam: these films will be shown at the Parool Film Festival
The Parool Film Festival will bring a variety of award-winning Cannes Film Festival selections to Amsterdam from October 7 to 11. Screenings will take place at several local theaters, with tickets ava...
Confusion over new Oud Osdorp signs: I've lived in Geuzenveld for 70 years
New signs designating an area as Oud Osdorp have sparked confusion and complaints among Geuzenveld residents regarding neighborhood boundaries and identity. While the village council requested the sig...
Speak out or stay silent? It comes at a high price for both Macklemore and Sheeran
Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour after expressing support for Palestine, a decision prompted by venue owner Robert Kraft. The move triggered a wave of departures by other supporting acts ...
Ajax takes a gamble on new signing Yves Bissouma: perfect profile but comes with baggage
Ajax has signed midfielder Yves Bissouma after the transfer deadline to add versatility to their squad. While he fits the team's desired profile, concerns remain regarding his attitude and potential d...
KLM Open returns to De Kennemer in Zandvoort after twelve years
The KLM Open golf tournament will return to the historic Kennemer Golf and Country Club in Zandvoort in June 2027. After previously hosting the event twenty times, the venue is praised by organizers f...
Stefan de Walle steps down as Sinterklaas in Het Sinterklaasjournaal after 15 years: ‘Goodbye!’
Actor Stefan de Walle is stepping down from his role as Sinterklaas in the national program Het Sinterklaasjournaal after fifteen years. He expressed his gratitude to the audience and his colleagues w...
Stefan de Walle steps down as Sinterklaas in Sinterklaasjournaal after fifteen years
Actor Stefan de Walle is stepping down from his role as Sinterklaas in the popular Dutch program Het Sinterklaasjournaal after fifteen years. A successor will be revealed during the program on Novembe...
Mischa Blok’s favorite Amsterdam word: Unfortunately, fewer and fewer people use the word 'sores' and choose 'trauma' instead
Journalist Mischa Blok will compete in the 2026 Groot Amsterdams Dictee on October 10. She recently expressed her preference for using the term sores over trauma, arguing that people should avoid path...
'Dating app for books' a big success: 50,000 swipes in first weekend
Hebban has launched a dating-app-style feature for book recommendations that generated 50,000 swipes in its first weekend. This initiative is part of a wider effort by the CPNB to improve declining li...
C The Future brings technology and circularity together in Haarlem
C The Future will host its fourth annual event at MAAK Park in Haarlem on October 3 to explore the intersection of technology, creativity, and sustainability. The free event features workshops and dem...
Tom Cruise warns film colleagues that he is demanding
Actor Tom Cruise has openly acknowledged that he is a demanding colleague, warning co-workers in advance about his intense professional expectations. He describes his upcoming role as an oil tycoon in...
How a railway strike led to the Hunger Winter
On September 17, 1944, approximately 30,000 Dutch railway employees went on strike and went into hiding to resist the German occupation. This action triggered a chain reaction that eventually led to t...
Armani hires first creative director from outside the family
Armani has appointed its first non-family creative director, a former artistic leader from Versace, to oversee the Emporio Armani brand and accessories. This strategic shift follows the death of compa...
Influencers Dave Roelvink and Marijn Kuipers split up after two years
Influencers Dave Roelvink and Marijn Kuipers have decided to end their relationship after two years together. The couple stated that they are separating because their future aspirations have become in...
New books with 'revelations' about Princess Diana stolen in the Netherlands
Four copies of a new book about Princess Diana authored by her brother, Charles Spencer, were stolen from a truck in the Netherlands during a driver's rest stop. Publishers have implemented strict mea...
Suspension for nitrous oxide and victim of violent robbery: Ajax signing Bissouma has a turbulent past
Ajax has signed experienced midfielder Yves Bissouma, who arrives with a record of 202 Premier League appearances. His transfer follows a turbulent career marked by disciplinary suspensions, legal iss...