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Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.

Erik van Muiswinkel to narrate Heemstede Philharmonic Orchestra's anniversary concert: 'A great honor'
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Erik van Muiswinkel to narrate Heemstede Philharmonic Orchestra's anniversary concert: 'A great honor'

The Heemsteeds Philharmonisch Orkest will celebrate its 60th anniversary with a concert at the Phil in Haarlem on Sunday, June 14. Comedian Erik van Muiswinkel will participate in the jubilee performa...

Britons see similarities between Princess Catherine and Diana's outfits
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Britons see similarities between Princess Catherine and Diana's outfits

Princess Catherine drew significant attention at Trooping the Colour on Saturday wearing a light blue outfit. British media noted similarities between her attire and a famous ensemble previously worn ...

Free orange polo shirts for Hillegom walkers in the Nijmegen Four Days Marches; register by end of next week
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Free orange polo shirts for Hillegom walkers in the Nijmegen Four Days Marches; register by end of next week

Hikers from Hillegom participating in next month's Nijmegen Four Days Marches can receive a free orange polo shirt provided by local sponsors to ensure they are recognizable during the event. Interest...

Hakim Traïda is both winner and loser as a spectator of this football match
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Hakim Traïda is both winner and loser as a spectator of this football match

Hakim Traïda reflects on a football protest song titled 'Code Oranje' sent to him by former Sesamstraat editor Jan Kok. The song evokes strong memories for Traïda, highlighting his complex emotional...

Jonna Fraser received reactions from Dutch squad to World Cup song: 'Timber and Lang texted me'
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Jonna Fraser received reactions from Dutch squad to World Cup song: 'Timber and Lang texted me'

Dutch artist Jonna Fraser and producer Jack $hirak have released a new anthem for the Netherlands national football team for the World Cup. The song has received positive feedback directly from player...

What happens to the orange fan gear if the Dutch team exits the World Cup early?
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What happens to the orange fan gear if the Dutch team exits the World Cup early?

Dutch football fans and retailers are concerned about a potential early exit for the national team from the World Cup following mediocre performances in friendly matches. Retailers specifically fear b...

First solo exhibition for Blanca: ‘I don’t have to sell all my works to consider it a success’
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First solo exhibition for Blanca: ‘I don’t have to sell all my works to consider it a success’

Amsterdam artist Blanca van Haaren is set to open her first solo exhibition featuring metal sculptures created with tools like grinders and welding machines. The 26-year-old artist emphasizes that the...

From under his hood, an eyewitness tells AT5 he saw ‘limbs’ in the exploded gym
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From under his hood, an eyewitness tells AT5 he saw ‘limbs’ in the exploded gym

We are hard to beat, says Ronald Koeman. You’d expect such words from the coach of a country like Paraguay
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We are hard to beat, says Ronald Koeman. You’d expect such words from the coach of a country like Paraguay

Dutch national team coach Ronald Koeman stated that his squad is difficult to beat, addressing the recent gloom surrounding the team's performance. The upcoming match on Sunday evening is expected to ...

Married At First Sight Australia concealed criminal records of partners
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Married At First Sight Australia concealed criminal records of partners

A BBC investigation revealed that several female participants in the Australian version of Married At First Sight were not informed of their partners' criminal records until after the show concluded. ...

Noé is only 3.5 years old, but is already Dutch street dance champion: ‘I want to win a purple trophy’
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Noé is only 3.5 years old, but is already Dutch street dance champion: ‘I want to win a purple trophy’

Three-year-old Noé van Delft from Hoofddorp has been crowned the Dutch national streetdance champion. She secured the title at the United Dance Organization (UDO) championships held in Veldhoven.

Eating, drinking and enjoying at the Taste Market in Wijk aan Zee. 'We have to be here. It's Friday night'
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Eating, drinking and enjoying at the Taste Market in Wijk aan Zee. 'We have to be here. It's Friday night'

The Smaakmarkt in Wijk aan Zee serves as a community gathering spot where visitors enjoy food and drinks from local vendors at the Julianaplein. Residents highlight the event as a key example of the v...

Suus Ruis: 'I'm halfway there, but still not a "madam"'
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Suus Ruis: 'I'm halfway there, but still not a "madam"'

Journalist and author Suus Ruis reflects on her career and her identity as the daughter of the late Dutch television host Willem Ruis. While she takes pride in her father's legacy, she emphasizes her ...

Shoe designer Jan Jansen dies at 85
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Shoe designer Jan Jansen dies at 85

Renowned Dutch shoe designer Jan Jansen has passed away at the age of 85 following a battle with cancer. Over a career spanning more than sixty years, Jansen became an internationally acclaimed figure...

Video | Tom Cruise praises David Beckham at Walk of Fame ceremony
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Video | Tom Cruise praises David Beckham at Walk of Fame ceremony

Screen Time | I can't escape them: cheating AI fruit characters on my timeline
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Screen Time | I can't escape them: cheating AI fruit characters on my timeline

Tech reporter Rutger Otto discusses the recent trend of AI-generated fruit characters depicting infidelity scenarios on social media in his weekly column 'Schermtijd'. The article explores the current...

Readers call for preservation of Pavilion Het Witte Huis: ‘Unique place must not disappear’
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Readers call for preservation of Pavilion Het Witte Huis: ‘Unique place must not disappear’

A survey reveals that 93 percent of respondents oppose the Bloemendaal municipality's proposal to sell the property of Pavilion Het Witte Huis in Overveen. Local residents are calling for the preserva...

Former Ajax director Alex Kroes in advanced negotiations with Austrian champions
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Former Ajax director Alex Kroes in advanced negotiations with Austrian champions

From Kennemerland to the New York Yankees: how this region grooms baseball talent for the world's biggest league
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From Kennemerland to the New York Yankees: how this region grooms baseball talent for the world's biggest league

Three Dutch baseball talents, Celwin Hurkmans, Tijn Frederikze, and Cayro Hazel, have recently signed contracts with Major League Baseball teams. They were trained through the Kennemerland Rabbits pro...

How Amsterdam aims to improve safety for women after Lisa's murder, but is it enough?
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How Amsterdam aims to improve safety for women after Lisa's murder, but is it enough?

Amsterdam is investing 16 million euros in women's safety measures, such as improved lighting and buddy systems, following the murder of a 17-year-old girl. Despite these plans, critics argue the acti...

Minors easily obtain illegal weight-loss injections via dealers: 'Many children buy from us. They want it delivered to school'
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Minors easily obtain illegal weight-loss injections via dealers: 'Many children buy from us. They want it delivered to school'

A thriving illegal trade in weight-loss injections is targeting minors, fueled by the global popularity of drugs like Ozempic. Although these substances have not been tested for use by young people, d...

Have you spotted this artwork by Streetart Frankey yet?
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Have you spotted this artwork by Streetart Frankey yet?

Musician Ned (56) on his first words in Amsterdam: ‘Learning Dutch was like a pain that feels good’
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Musician Ned (56) on his first words in Amsterdam: ‘Learning Dutch was like a pain that feels good’

Visitors put to work at William Forsythe exhibition in Museum Voorlinden
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Visitors put to work at William Forsythe exhibition in Museum Voorlinden

YouTubers making feature films: a seismic shift for Hollywood, but a success formula in the Netherlands
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YouTubers making feature films: a seismic shift for Hollywood, but a success formula in the Netherlands

Rob van Essen: ‘I didn’t expect that sex scene from my book to stay with everyone so much’
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Rob van Essen: ‘I didn’t expect that sex scene from my book to stay with everyone so much’

In A Possibility (Holland Festival), Germaine Kruip plays with the audience's expectations: ‘Theater is the art of appearing and disappearing’
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In A Possibility (Holland Festival), Germaine Kruip plays with the audience's expectations: ‘Theater is the art of appearing and disappearing’

One of Europe’s most beautiful gardens (according to The Guardian) is right in Watergraafsmeer
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One of Europe’s most beautiful gardens (according to The Guardian) is right in Watergraafsmeer

These were this week's best-selling books at Scheltema
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These were this week's best-selling books at Scheltema

Editioned art is booming: why we don't mind that art isn't unique
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Editioned art is booming: why we don't mind that art isn't unique