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Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
The alderman who prevented Amsterdam from becoming Americanized: no highways through the city, no Manhattan on the Amstel
25 years after his death, Herman Brood's art remains beloved but is also painfully often forged
These were this week's best-selling books at Scheltema
On the road with the Dutch Lions cheerleaders from Amsterdam-Noord: It is all or nothing, and I thrive on that
In a nondescript part of Nieuw-West, this stranded ship is the new eye-catcher
Top Boy actor Micheal Ward acquitted of rape and sexual assault
British actor Micheal Ward has been acquitted by a jury of all charges related to rape and sexual assault. The verdict was reported by major media outlets including The Guardian and the BBC on Friday.
Caio Henrique makes debut in Ajax friendly win against AEK Larnaca: I feel a connection with Mika Godts
Prince Harry and Meghan visit King Charles with children
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visited King Charles and Queen Camilla with their two children on Friday. This marks the first time in four years that the children have met their grandfather.
First edition of Amsterdam Chess Festival: A chess city deserves a major event
My art and I: Faria van Creij-Callender paints in her Bijlmer studio: ‘I sketch on the metro’
Water returns to the Museumplein pond after five years
The pond at the Museumplein in Amsterdam has reopened after five years of closure due to leakage problems and extensive reconstruction. Visitors and tourists are welcoming the return of the water, whi...
Protesters want super-volunteer Mustapha back: 'voice of many residents'
Around fifty residents gathered at the town hall in Hoofddorp to advocate for the return of a local volunteer known as Mustapha, who recently stopped his work following a conflict with a volunteer org...
Once a bargain, now a luxury festival: how North Sea Jazz changed over 50 years
Unclear if Hanne Verbruggen will be replaced in K3 during pregnancy
It remains uncertain whether Hanne Verbruggen will be replaced in the musical group K3 during her second pregnancy. Although Klaasje Meijer is currently filling in for Marthe de Pillecyn, no decision ...
Multiple culinary traditions collide in this delightfully greasy frikandel kapsalon
For accordionist André Vrolijk, the love for the Amsterdam repertoire and especially Johnny Meijer runs in the family: ‘I got it from my grandfather, who idolized him’
Video | Kris Kross Amsterdam on split with Yuki: 'Maybe it's for the best'
Kris Kross on Yuki's abrupt departure: 'There were conflicts for a while'
The remaining members of the DJ collective Kris Kross Amsterdam have addressed the sudden departure of Yuki Kempees in March. Brothers Jordy and Sander Huisman stated that there had been underlying co...
Anthony Hopkins releases classical album: 'Music was my first love'
Oscar-winning actor Anthony Hopkins has signed a record deal with Decca Classics to release his debut album of original classical compositions this August. Hopkins, who is 88 years old, described musi...
Minister Yesilgöz looks like a travel influencer at the NATO summit
Celebrate Pride Haarlem
Pride Haarlem will be held from July 11 to 19, focusing on diversity, equality, and the freedom to be oneself within the LGBTQIA+ community. The week features various activities throughout the city, i...
Review roundup: New Rolling Stones album is a 'surprisingly strong record'
The Rolling Stones have released their twenty-fifth studio album, titled Foreign Tongues, featuring collaborations with artists such as Paul McCartney and Bruno Mars. Critics have reacted positively t...
Construction flaws at new complex in Zuidoost: safety must be investigated: ‘Never seen anything like it’
Ounahi's market value is only 10 million. Perhaps one for Ajax? He is better than Steur
The Amsterdam Bite: vegan ice cream and wine go perfectly together at Boule de Boule
Boule de Boule has opened in Amsterdam as the city's first vegan ice cream and wine salon located in the Stopera. The venue represents the growing trend of innovative and plant-based culinary concepts...
Isa Hoes always said 'never', but is now getting a neck lift: how the taboo on plastic surgery is evaporating
Actress Isa Hoes has openly shared that she will soon undergo a neck lift, highlighting a growing public acceptance of plastic surgery. Experts suggest that as procedures like fillers become more norm...
Kwaku residents banned from hosting visitors: "It's ridiculous"
Residents near Nelson Mandelapark in Amsterdam Zuidoost are protesting a new parking ban that prevents their visitors from parking in the neighborhood during the Kwaku Summer Festival. Local authoriti...
Fans disappointed but loyal after defeat against France: "I remain a proud Moroccan"
Moroccan football fans gathered in Amsterdam to watch the World Cup quarter-final match against France. Despite the team's defeat, the supporters expressed pride in their national identity.
NOS on Van Hooijdonk's disapproval of a female national coach: His opinion
Broadcaster NOS has defended the inclusion of diverse opinions on its program 'NOS WK Avond' following backlash over comments made by Pierre van Hooijdonk. The former international player sparked sign...
Ajax terminates Branco van den Boomen's contract, only two Mislintat signings remain in Amsterdam
Ajax has officially terminated the contract of 30-year-old midfielder Branco van den Boomen. The player had joined the Amsterdam-based club on a free transfer from Toulouse in May 2023.