Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Pope: Idea of a legitimate war is outdated
In a new papal encyclical presented on Monday, the Pope declared that the concept of a "justified war" is now obsolete. The religious leader argues that traditional ideas regarding legitimate warfare ...
Velsen misses out on playoffs after defeat in Julianadorp. 'Maybe our fourth-place finish exceeded all expectations'
The football club Velsen finished fourth in the first class after a defeat against JVC in Julianadorp. Despite their high ranking, the Driehuis-based team missed out on a spot in the promotion playoff...
Elly Vleeschhouwer-Blocq (1924-2026) survived eight concentration camps. Always keep hope, was her advice
Justin Kunst heads VSV to safety against SCPB’22 and retires: ‘It’s been a good run’
Justin Kunst scored a decisive header to lead VSV to a 2-1 victory over SCPB’22, securing the team's safety in the second class. The striker confirmed his retirement after the match, having previous...
How the Ripperda barracks turned into a small Bosnian village in the 1990s: Ramina found safety there and gave birth to her daughter Emina
Over thirty years ago, the Ripperdakazerne in Haarlem served as a shelter for hundreds of Bosnian refugees, including the family of Emina Tuka who was born there. The article recounts how the barracks...
Extra focus on parent behavior at Blauw-Wit Pentecost tournament: ‘I understand football is emotion, but you are a role model’
HBC wins period title and plays Wednesday for return to Third Division
HBC secured the third period title and a spot in the promotion play-offs following a 1-1 draw against JOS/Watergraafsmeer. Coach Jasper Ketting’s team will now compete for a place in the third divis...
Pink Floyd saxophonist Dick Parry dies at 83
Dick Parry, the saxophonist known for his work with the legendary rock band Pink Floyd, has passed away at the age of 83. His death was announced by guitarist David Gilmour, who highlighted Parry's co...
No need to panic, but without a North Sea dike, we’ll be floating on Dam Square in 100 years
Actor Rory Culkin becomes a father for the first time
Actor Rory Culkin and his partner Kate Arizmendi have welcomed their first child, a daughter named Havoc Moon. The news was announced by Arizmendi on Sunday through a series of photos shared on her In...
Cor Bart (74) died too soon; he was still full of plans. But his magnum opus sits on many bookshelves
Cor Bart, a 74-year-old from Beverwijk known for his vibrant ideas and travel plans, has passed away unexpectedly. He leaves behind a significant legacy through his published works, which are held in ...
Annual Hajj pilgrimage begins in Mecca
The annual Hajj pilgrimage has commenced in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, with more than 1.5 million pilgrims already in attendance. Millions of tents have been set up in nearby Mina to accommodate the massive...
Max Verstappen third in Canadian Grand Prix
Max Verstappen finished in third place at the Canadian Grand Prix, while Kimi Antonelli secured his fourth consecutive victory for Mercedes. Lewis Hamilton completed the podium in second place driving...
Weekly tips: things to do in Amsterdam (May 25 to 29)
From May 25 to May 29, Amsterdam features a variety of activities and events for residents and visitors to enjoy. The article encourages people to take advantage of the sunny weather by visiting terra...
Wijkertoren award for Bert Kisjes as he steps down as chairman of Great Church foundation
Bert Kisjes stepped down as chairman of the foundation for the Grote Kerk in Beverwijk on Sunday evening. To mark the occasion, Mayor Martijn Smit awarded him the Wijkertoren pin for his years of serv...
Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts gives birth to first child
Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts has announced the birth of her first child, a daughter. The 40-year-old singer shared on social media that the baby was born healthy several weeks ago following a 38-...
Mixed feelings at Ajax after penalty shootout win against FC Utrecht
Wout Weghorst expects to leave Ajax: 'It was two very good years'
Dutch striker Wout Weghorst announced his likely departure from Ajax following the expiration of his contract. Speaking after a play-off final against FC Utrecht, Weghorst stated that he expects to le...
Ireland Baldwin expecting second child
Ireland Baldwin, the daughter of Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger, has announced she is expecting her second child. The 30-year-old model shared the news through a post on her Instagram account.
Jordi Cruijff targets the league title, but is he good enough to transform Ajax in a short time?
Tears, shame and relief at Ajax: European football allows club to look ahead quickly
Ajax has secured a spot in the Conference League preliminary rounds, providing significant relief to the squad and staff after a challenging season. Despite the achievement, feelings of shame remain r...
'Zandvoort locals have taken Hotel Keur to their hearts': Podcast about town's oldest and most famous hotel
Gillis Kok, Karina Veeren, and Ger Loogman have produced a podcast to preserve the history of Hotel Keur, the oldest hotel in Zandvoort, which dates back to 1911. The audio series aims to document and...
100 years of Dutch broadcasts available for free in online treasure trove: 'One of the largest TV archives in the world'
Nearly the entire archive of Dutch public television and radio, spanning from 1920 to 2020, will be made available for free in a new online digital treasury starting Tuesday. This searchable collectio...
Futsal Amsterdam secures key advantage in final second of play-off semi-finals
Futsal Amsterdam secured a 2-1 victory over ZVG in the first match of the play-off semifinals thanks to a last-second goal by Oscar Abouseada. The match, held at Sporthal Elzenhagen, puts the Amsterda...
Zeewijck Liquor & Wine Store in IJmuiden releases anniversary beer: 'Enjoyable beer pairs perfectly with a snack board'
Slijterij & Wijnhuis Zeewijck is releasing a special anniversary beer to celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden. The beverage will be available starting May 29th at the liquor store's Zeewijkplei...
'Maybe someone failed their exam', much speculation after Haarlemmermeer Lyceum teacher's car fire
A teacher at the Haarlemmermeer Lyceum in Hoofddorp had their car set on fire on Tuesday, leading to speculation that it may be linked to a student failing an exam. Authorities are also investigating ...
Ajax fans mostly relieved after securing European football: "Glad this season is over"
Ajax supporters expressed relief after their club secured a spot in the Conference League qualifiers by defeating FC Utrecht on penalties following a difficult season. While the atmosphere was largely...
Video | Blonde Klaasje returns as temporary K3 member wearing black wig
Ajax defeat FC Utrecht on penalties to end season on a bright note
Ajax concluded their challenging season by defeating FC Utrecht in the play-off final for a Conference League second qualifying round spot. The match ended 1-1 after extra time in Volendam, leading to...
