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Prime Minister Rob Jetten says talks with President Donald Trump were frank and constructive, even if major differences remain. The meeting covered global conflicts, NATO, and defence spending, against a backdrop of tension over Iran and Europe’s role on the world stage.

Eindhoven Airport has achieved its highest-ever profit, driven by rising passenger numbers and steady revenue growth. At the same time, the airport faces capacity limits, with major terminal and runway works planned over the coming years. These projects are expected to affect operations in the short term.

D66 has come out against the proposed asylum laws in the Senate, saying they are poorly designed and unlikely to work. With D66 opposed, the government needs CDA support to secure a majority, but it remains unclear whether the party will agree. Senator Boris Dittrich questioned whether the legislation would bring fair and effective control over migration.

Waterschap Limburg says it can now remove more than 80 percent of pharmaceutical residues from wastewater, far more than with standard treatment. The new method has already improved water quality in the Eyserbeek, and the water board hopes it will support wider efforts to protect drinking water and aquatic life.

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.

The cabinet is weighing a temporary cut to road tax as fuel prices remain high. Ministers want measures that target those most affected, but several proposals face financial or practical barriers. A final decision will follow later.

Many Dutch homes face serious foundation risks, and the AFM warns that repair costs could reach 11 billion euros. Thousands of homeowners cannot afford the work, and some do not know their homes are at risk. The regulator calls for earlier disclosure and better preventive measures to limit future problems.

Booking.com says unauthorised third parties accessed customer booking data and that some guests have already received warnings. The company reports suspicious activity involving several reservations but has not said when the breach occurred or how many people are affected. An investigation is still under way.