News
PSV celebrates third consecutive title with massive Eindhoven parade
PSV fans flooded the streets of Eindhoven to celebrate the club's third straight national championship. The players toured the city on a trailer before appearing on the city hall balcony for a formal greeting from the mayor. Early estimates suggest that roughly 100,000 supporters joined the festivities throughout the city.
Environment/sustainability
Disposable cups are still used in many Dutch events
New research shows that the vast majority of Dutch festivals are failing to meet mandatory targets for reusable cups and packaging. Despite strict environmental regulations, the industry continues to use hundreds of millions of disposable items each year. Authorities are now increasing oversight to bridge the gap between policy and practice on the festival floor.
Events
PSV team felicitated
Football fanatics turn out in massive numbers. Children who bunked school, employees who dumped work to cheer their heroes, whatever the situation...the reason that...
News
PSV fans colour Eindhoven red
The region celebrates in unison, the colour is red, the anthem is Ole ole, and the emotion is " PSV is champion". Weather seems to be a fan, too... there's no stopping this party today...
News
Stadhuisplein reaches capacity as PSV fans gather for title celebrations
The Stadhuisplein has reached its maximum capacity as thousands of fans gather to celebrate PSV’s latest achievement. Local authorities are now directing the large crowds toward other areas of the city centre. While some space remains at the Market, the city is bracing for a total of 100,000 visitors.
Economy
UWV checks find frequent errors in benefit assessments
The UWV regularly makes errors when manually assessing eligibility for unemployment benefits, according to Minister Hans Vijlbrief. Internal checks show mistakes in more than one in 10 files, with possible financial consequences for recipients. Not every error means benefits were wrongly paid, the minister said.
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Dozens of children hospitalised each year after swallowing batteries
New research from Amsterdam UMC shows that dozens of children end up in emergency care each year after swallowing batteries. Button batteries, often from toys, pose the greatest risk. Researchers are urging better awareness and stronger safety measures to prevent serious harm.
News
ONE-Dyas expands gas production at North Sea platform
ONE-Dyas has increased gas production at its North Sea platform N05-A with the launch of a second well. Annual output will rise to about 1 billion cubic metres, boosting state revenues and domestic supply. The company plans further expansion later this year.
