Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Høiby baffled by request to extend pre-trial detention: 'Did everything I could'
Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has expressed confusion and disagreement regarding the prosecution's request to extend his pre-trial detention by another month. He claims he was...
Rita: over 520 reports of discrimination during WorldPride
No eclipse glasses? Ophthalmologist warns: Do not make your own to watch the solar eclipse
Review: The Hero of Haarloheim: endless rhyming in medieval silent disco gets on your nerves
Zandvoort has had enough of litter and swaps disposable cups for reusable ones
Hospitality businesses participating in the Zandvoort Racefestival are switching from disposable plastic cups to reusable hardcups to reduce waste and litter. Starting August 15, visitors will pay a d...
New York Times tips Haarlem as alternative to Amsterdam
The New York Times has recommended Haarlem as an appealing alternative to Amsterdam for travelers. The publication highlights the city's unique offerings, drawing international attention to its status...
Race Planet Amsterdam closes after thirty years: ‘Emotional decision’
Earliest grape harvest ever in Spain due to extreme heat, climate having an impact
Vineyard workers in Catalonia, Spain, have begun the grape harvest as early as July 22 due to record-breaking summer heat. This marks the earliest start to the harvest in Spanish history, reflecting t...
White Lotus actress Aubrey Plaza and Chris Abbott welcome daughter
The White Lotus actress Aubrey Plaza and her partner Chris Abbott reportedly welcomed their first child, a daughter, in late July. Although American media outlets have reported the news, the actress h...
Harry Potter fans have power cable moved to protect Dobby's grave
Harry Potter fans successfully campaigned to change the route of a power cable between the United Kingdom and Ireland to prevent it from crossing the grave of the fictional house-elf Dobby. After hund...
Zomergast Merel Pauw showed that doubt can be fucking sexy, according to presenter Janine Abbring
The Odyssey is Nolan's most successful film with 1.1 billion dollars in revenue
The film The Odyssey has become director Christopher Nolan's most successful movie to date, grossing $1.1 billion worldwide. It surpasses the 2012 film The Dark Knight Rises, which previously held the...
Tupac murder suspect in court: his own statements are key evidence
Duane Keith Davis is appearing in court in Las Vegas nearly thirty years after the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur. Although Davis denies involvement, prosecutors are utilizing his own past statements a...
Student Reza (16): ‘When I told my teacher I had to get my ribba, she looked at me as if I were speaking a secret language’
Why don't they use mystery guests to prevent the exploitation of sex workers, this window rental owner asks
Colourful Noord Festival celebrates the diversity of Amsterdam-Noord: ‘These types of connections are very important for the neighborhood’
Spot the difference: Concertgebouwplein in 1985 and 2026
Sketching soldiers for extra money after the war shaped Henk Zweerus into a new, modern sculptor
Candy shop Sockergris on Herenstraat is a true paradise for lovers of Swedish skulls
At the Afrikahuis in De Pijp, architect Joop van Stigt is saving what he can: ‘I must protect my father’s heritage’
Pip moves from Jonge Honden to Woeste Grond and now views her region with love again
Actress Pip Lieke Lucas is currently balancing her lead role in the play 'De beesten' by Jonge Honden with filming for the movie 'Woeste Grond'. Her busy schedule involves traveling between various lo...
German signing Brandt settles in at Amsterdam: "Wonderful club"
New Ajax signing Julian Brandt expressed his happiness at joining the club following a 2-0 victory against PEC Zwolle. Meanwhile, manager Míchel Sánchez clarified that forward Mika Godts started on ...
K3 singer Klaasje Meijer hit in the head by shoe during performance
During a concert on Saturday evening, K3 singer Klaasje Meijer was hit in the head by a shoe thrown from the audience. The incident occurred after the group had signed another sneaker that had been th...
Mediocre Ajax wins thanks to PEC Zwolle red card and deep bench: ‘It’s great that we have different options’
With the top German player free on the inside, even a Godts does not go for his own chance
Actor Christopher Lambert collapses at fan convention
Actor Christopher Lambert collapsed on Saturday while signing autographs at the Steel City Comic-Con in Pittsburgh. The 69-year-old star of the Highlander film series became unwell during the event, a...
Mika Godts confirms talks with PSG: ‘Until there is an agreement, I will play every minute for Ajax’
Ajax winger Mika Godts has confirmed that he is in talks with Paris Saint-Germain regarding a potential transfer. Despite the interest from the French club, Godts remains committed to performing for A...
Ball juggler, assistant coach, and the man who kept Marco van Basten at Ajax: Hassie van Wijk (1939-2026) has died at age 87
Running five kilometers to Beethoven’s Fifth in Flevopark: ‘The final chord pulled me across the finish line’
Why men struggle but rarely seek psychological help
Journalist Tim van Boxtel investigates why men rarely seek professional help for mental health struggles despite the significant consequences. By speaking with experts and individuals with lived exper...