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ECB: Impact of stable interest rates

The European Central Bank’s latest interest rate decision offers eurozone households a rare dose of financial calm. Borrowing costs are no longer rising, and...

ECB: stable interest rates for the fifth consecutive time

The European Central Bank (ECB) remains in a good position regarding its interest rate policy and inflation control. This assessment came from ECB President Christine...

Eindhoven political factions demand more ladies’ toilets for carnival

Political parties in Eindhoven are pushing for more public toilets after women faced 30-minute waits during last year's carnival. The proposal includes free facilities, accessible options for disabled visitors, and gender-neutral toilets for major city events. As the festival kicks off next Friday, councillors hope to avoid the long queues seen in previous years.

Cervical cancer screening delayed following laboratory cyber attack

A cyber attack on a major laboratory has forced Population Survey Netherlands to delay cervical cancer screening invitations. With processing capacity under pressure, women are currently facing longer waiting times for their regular tests. The organisation warns that these delays will continue to grow until full laboratory capacity is restored.

New Dutch coalition announces cabinet berth allocations

The Netherlands' new minority government has finalised its ministerial berths , with D66, VVD, and CDA dividing key roles to tackle major national challenges.

Practical guide: municipal elections 2026

Residents across the country will vote in municipal elections on 18 March 2026 to choose their local representatives. It's noteworthy, that internationals who have resided more than 5 years in the Netehrlands are eligible to vote.

Google plans multi-billion dollar investment in AI for 2026

Google's parent company Alphabet has announced plans to invest up to $185 billion in artificial intelligence and infrastructure during 2026. The move follows a record-breaking year where the tech giant's annual revenue exceeded $400 billion for the first time. CEO Sundar Pichai says the increased spending is necessary to meet rising customer demand and fuel future growth.

Lenny Kuhr: Eurovision to politics

The Dutch singer Lenny Kuhr announced her retirement from the music industry on Instagram this Wednesday. In a heartfelt message, the artist explained that...