Events
NS: over 17,000 fans transported to Zandvoort on Saturday for last Dutch Grand Prix
More than 17,000 fans traveled by train to Zandvoort between 7:00 and 9:00 AM on Saturday for the Dutch Grand Prix weekend, prompting NS to run extra trains every five minutes from Amsterdam Central. The early start of the race and a 50% discount for passengers arriving before 9:00 AM contributed to passenger numbers being more than double those of the same period last year.
Travel
ICE train to Berlin runs via Hamburg from October
Rail services from the Netherlands to Berlin will be rerouted via Hamburg from October due to long-term rail works between Hanover and Berlin, increasing journey times by about an hour and reducing direct Berlin services from five to four daily. The new route will also add direct connections to Hamburg and, from mid-December, Bremen, with NS set to evaluate its future based partly on passenger demand.
Community
Muziek aan de Gender XL returns on Sunday, 28 June
For more than 130 years, the Veldhovens Muziekkorps (VMK) has been a vibrant cornerstone of local culture, continuously bringing generations together through the joy of live...
Culture
Celebrating Pinksterdag with the Pinksterrit in Valkenswaard
Pinksterdag is an important Christian holiday. On Sunday, churchgoers had the chance to finish early and enjoy the sunny weather and traditional horses at the Pinksterrit event in Valkenswaard
Features
Home Glory at Eindhoven’s CSI International Derby
Dutch rider Doron Kuipers has claimed the first victory of CSI Eindhoven, winning the opening 1.40m class with Qio van het Oosthof. The event at Karpendonkse Plas continues throughout the weekend, offering top-level show jumping and free entry for all spectators.
Business
US tariffs threaten recession in Germany while badgering the Dutch economy
US tariff plans are intensifying pressure on Europe, with Germany warning of recession risks if trade tensions escalate. The Netherlands is not facing broad US sanctions, but it remains exposed to fallout through ASML export controls, ICC-related measures and weaker trade flows across the region.
Community
Koningsdag in Eindhoven – Celebrating life like Kings and Queens
If you are an international resident of the Netherlands, you might at first find the Dutch Koningsdag (King’s Day) strange for celebrating the monarchy...
Education
Secondary school crisis in Eindhoven
In Eindhoven, 35 children were left without a school after the LDOS process. Parents say the system is unfair and not transparent.
Features
Comedian Rob Scheepers reflects on hosting PSV’s historic title celebrations
Comedian Rob Scheepers shared his pride in hosting the official victory celebrations for PSV’s third consecutive league title. He discussed the unique atmosphere of the event, the growth of the club's younger fanbase, and the "down-to-earth" culture that defines Eindhoven’s football community.
Business
Dutch online abortion pill service pauses due to high demand
A new online service had to pause applications for abortion pills after being overwhelmed by demand. While some medical groups have expressed concern over the lack of face-to-face consultations, recent international research suggests that telemedicine for early pregnancy termination is just as safe as traditional clinic visits.
Culture
World Happiness Report 2026: social media’s toll on youthÂ
Finland leads the 2026 World Happiness Report for the ninth year, but the Netherlands slips to seventh place amid the toll of social media on youth well-being. Teens averaging more than 2.5 hours daily on platforms like Instagram and TikTok report plummeting life satisfaction, especially among girls, while moderate users thrive. In Brainport Eindhoven, expat families and tech hubs face heightened risks, spurring calls for EU-wide bans on age 15, digital detoxes, and real-world bonds.