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Veldhoven residents are invited to a public meeting on 12 March to explore how the town will heat its buildings in a post-gas era. Independent researchers will present potential energy scenarios for 2050 and gather local feedback for a final report on the town's sustainable future.

Crop prices are rising as the conflict in Iran disrupts global trade routes and increases demand for biofuels. Higher energy and fertiliser costs are adding pressure on farmers, while some countries may begin stockpiling key staples. Economists warn that the longer the disruption continues, the greater the risk of inflation.

The Centro Latinoamericano de Orientación (C.L.O.) celebrated International Women’s Day in Eindhoven on Saturday, 7 March. Held at the Parktheater (Parktheater), the event brought...

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema warns that hostility towards women is growing and becoming normalised in society. Speaking at an International Women’s Day conference, she called on women to unite and strengthen one another to resist sexism and intimidation.

Eindhoven is planning a striking new light installation to sit above a redesigned Ring road intersection. Local residents are being invited to a public meeting on 25 March to share their views on the greenery and landscaping that will surround the new landmark.

A major new housing project has broken move-in ground in Eindhoven, bringing 400 energy-efficient homes to the Gestel district. Supported by funding from the city and ASML, the development will transform a former school site into a mix of affordable rentals and private housing.

A new initiative in the Brainport region is training hundreds of asylum seekers for high-demand jobs in the local semiconductor industry. The program combines technical skills with specialized language coaching to help newcomers fill thousands of vacancies in the thriving Brainport region.

The Dutch Data Protection Authority is calling for urgent government action to regulate artificial intelligence and protect citizens from discrimination. The watchdog warns that current oversight is insufficient to manage risks such as deepfakes, fraud, and the impact of chatbots on young users.