Culture
More cyclists ended up in the emergency room last year
Cyclists are increasingly ending up in emergency departments, with head injuries a major concern. VeiligheidNL and the government say helmet use can significantly reduce risks as traffic fatalities continue to rise.
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Enthusiastic turnout for the Indian Tamil New Year celebration in Brainport
The Indian Tamil community in the Brainport region gathered at Theater De Schalm to celebrate Puthandu, the Tamil New Year. The event brought together eight hundred of high-tech professionals and their families for a day of traditional food, music, and dance. Veldhoven Mayor Marcel Delhez joined the festivities, highlighting the vital role this growing community plays in the region's cultural and economic life.
Culture
Bonfires lit across the Netherlands for Easter
Easter bonfires were lit across multiple regions in the Netherlands, with communities continuing a long-standing tradition. A live broadcast showed the lighting of the winning bonfire in Espelo, while authorities expect minimal disruption from smoke.
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ASML On Stage: from a corporate musical to a cultural phenomenon
The latest cultural showcase, ASML On Stage featured an impressive range of performances from Brazilian samba to intimate piano sets. Local artists came together to fill the city's music venues with energy, dance, and song.
Culture
Eindhoven celebrates Eid al-Fitr as Ramadan comes to an end
Muslims in Eindhoven are celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the festival that marks the end of Ramadan. Families are gathering for prayers, meals and gift-giving, with sweets playing a central role in the celebrations.
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Impact of social media, cultural differences and AI in local elections
With municipal elections taking place across the Netherlands, researchers and regulators are raising fresh concerns about AI-generated disinformation, biased voting chatbots, and foreign interference targeting local politics for the first time. The tactics are new, but the goal is familiar: to shape what voters see, feel, and ultimately decide. Whether this digital pressure changes the result remains to be seen, but the infrastructure behind it is already in place.
Culture
Say cheese! Dutch dairy triumphs as Beemster wins world title
Forget tulips, bikes and canals - the Dutch cheese just stole the spotlight. Beemster Royaal Grand Cru was crowned as the world's best cheese...
Culture
Light festival GLOW wins prestigious national event award
Eindhoven’s popular light festival has been honoured with the Grand Prix at the National Event Awards. The prize recognises the festival's massive impact on light art and its role in putting the city on the global map.
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Eindhoven municipality intends to buy Muziekgebouw
Eindhoven is considering a deal to purchase the city's main concert hall to secure its future. The move aims to lower long-term costs and allow for major improvements to the regional cultural landmark.
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International women’s day at the Park Theatre
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...
Culture
Eindhoven installs artistic manhole covers to celebrate its heritage
Eindhoven has introduced a series of artistic manhole covers designed to look like golden medals. The unique covers celebrate the city's post-war history and feature QR codes that reveal the stories behind iconic local buildings.