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The City of Eindhoven has been fined 25,000 euros for illegally collecting sensitive data on its Islamic community in 2018. Mayor Dijsselbloem has apologised for the study, which he admitted was stigmatising and damaged public trust.

Nineteen creative projects were pitched in Eindhoven to help foster a more inclusive community. Three winners were awarded 5,000 euros each to develop ideas ranging from specialised maker spaces for the visually impaired to local storytelling podcasts.

European aviation groups are warning of potential four-hour delays at airports this summer due to glitches in a new digital border system. The groups have called on EU officials to address staff shortages and technical errors to prevent travel chaos for non-EU passengers.

A new national portal allows children to report discrimination and seek professional advice. The initiative aims to provide a safe environment for minors while gathering data to improve government policy.

The Gandhi Centre presented a stunning evening of Indian dance featuring the acclaimed Lokchhanda Cultural Unit. The performance at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven combined classical and martial traditions to explore themes of spiritual love for a captivated audience.

India is seeking new partnerships to lessen its dependence on China for key minerals used in energy, technology, and manufacturing. The country is holding talks with several nations and plans to expand existing agreements on lithium and rare earth metals. Its efforts mirror similar moves made recently by the US, the EU, and Japan.

Ye will return to the Netherlands in June for his first Dutch show in more than a decade and his first European concert since 2014. The GelreDome expects strong demand for the one-off performance. The announcement follows a period of controversy surrounding the artist, who also has a new album due for release in March.

NS is proposing several timetable changes for 2027, including the return of direct services such as Groningen–Rotterdam and Enschede–Amsterdam. The plans aim to improve connections, support growing passenger numbers, and prepare for future demand along busy routes. The final timetable will be confirmed later this year.