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  Dutch zero-emission zones spark rapid uptake of electric vans and trucks
The Netherlands’ zero-emission zones for freight (ZEZ-F) are accelerating the transition to electric delivery fleets and reshaping city logistics, according to a new Clean Cities Campaign briefing. Introduced in January 2025, and now including 18...
GLP-1 RA May Cut Surgery Risk in Patients With IBD
TOPLINE: In patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and coexisting obesity and/or type 2 diabetes (T2D), the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists (RA) was associated with significant weight loss and a reduced risk for surgery; however, no...
    
  First Indian Citizen Science Research initiative: Researchers discover most powerful ‘odd radio circle’ with help of citizen scientists
The most distant and most powerful ‘odd radio circle’ (ORC) known so far has been discovered by astronomers. “ORC is a recently discovered phenomena and a mystery in modern astrophysics,” Dr Ananda Hota, Principal Investigator and Director,...
US-China trade dispute over a little-known Dutch chipmaker could halt car production and send prices higher
Employees of Nexperia walk through the semiconductor manufacturer's clean rooms in Hamburg, Germany. - David Hammersen/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Few car buyers have heard of Nexperia. But this Dutch company makes chips that are essential for making...
    
  US-China trade dispute over a little-known Dutch chipmaker could halt car production and send prices higher
Few car buyers have heard of Nexperia. But this Dutch company makes chips that are essential for making cars — and now, it’s at the center of a trade dispute that could shutter global auto plants and send already-record-level car prices even...
    
  10 years of NCER-PD: Luxembourg research team advances Parkinson’s prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
The initiative celebrates 10 years of research into the disease, personalised care for patients, and collaboration for early detection and diagnosis. RTL Today sits down with neurologist Prof. Rejko Krüger for a deep dive into Parkinson's research...
    
  Netherlands vs Finland Prediction and Betting Tips | October 12th 2025
The action continues in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers as the Netherlands and Finland square off in a crunch Group G fixture at the Johan Cruijff Arena on Sunday. Ronald Koeman’s men head into the weekend on a five-game winning streak against...
    
  Nexperia says Chinese unit operating as usual as tensions with the Netherlands run high
Nexperia said on Sunday that its employees in China still have access to company platforms and are receiving salaries as usual, a day after its China unit asserted that it had the right to operate independently of the Dutch parent.“We are aware of...
    
  ADHD brains are more creative – and we might have worked out why
While not everyone with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is creative, there are a lot of creative people with neurodivergent brains. Now, new research suggests this could be due to the way our minds wander. Radboud University...
    
  Netherlands launches tech cluster in Kyiv, pledges €200 mln for counter-drone systems
Ukraine's defense minister Denys Shmyhal and Dick Schoof, the Prime Minister of the Netherlands The Netherlands has announced a new €200 million aid package for Ukraine. The funding will be directed toward counter-drone systems and joint arms...
    
  Ugreen launches new 25W wireless charger with unusual design
Ugreen’s 25W 2-in-1 Wireless Charger (pictured) has a rocket-shaped design. (Image source: Ugreen) The new Ugreen 25W 2-in-1 Wireless Charger is now available in Europe. Designed to charge an iPhone and AirPods or an Apple Watch simultaneously,...
    
  Netherlands Allocates €310 Million for Anti-Drone Systems for Ukraine and Joint Production of Drones
The Netherlands has allocated a €200 million aid package for the purchase of anti-drone systems for Ukraine. In addition, €110 million will be invested in the joint production of long-range attack drones. This was reported by the Suspilne media...
    
  Netherlands and Ukraine to co-produce drones as The Hague commits €200 million
The Netherlands and Ukraine have agreed to begin joint production of drones. The plan follows Ukraine’s decision to relax export and intellectual property restrictions to allow joint manufacturing with Dutch companies, caretaker Defense Minister...
    
  Dutch government and Luxemburg consortium to invest €200 million in Groningen AI factory
Funding for an AI factory in Groningen has been secured. The Dutch government and regional authorities had previously committed 130 million euros to the facility, which will allow businesses and research institutions to explore artificial...
Nexperia, China arm at odds amid political tensions over Dutch chipmaker
Technology Latest development comes after Dutch government took control of chipmaker Nexperia of the Netherlands makes key chips and components for automotive applications and consumer electronics. © Reuters CHENG TING-FANG October 18, 2025 17:37...
    
  This week in PostMag: tech-inspired art, a sex tape and fading neon signs
I’m firmly a millennial, and honestly, I can’t complain. Sure, we’re avocado-toast-shamed into oblivion and blamed for killing everything from diamonds to department stores. But we’ve also had the rare privilege of growing up in a strange and...
    
  Bids in for 10km breakwater at India’s latest megaport
Four heavyweight contracting teams have submitted initial bids to build a 10.14km-long breakwater for India’s latest new megaport at Vadhvan on the west coast of Maharashtra state, some 150km north of Mumbai. Part of India’s drive to develop its...
    
  Music could help ease pain from surgery or illness. Scientists are listening (Business)
Photo: The Canadian Press Nurse Rod Salaysay plays guitar for patient Richard Hoang in the recovery unit of UC San Diego Health in San Diego, Calif., on Sept. 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Javier Arciga) Nurse Rod Salaysay works with all kinds of...
    
  Netherlands Provides €200 Million Aid to Support Ukraine’s Energy and Infrastructure Recovery
On October 11, in the 1326th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Netherlands announced another aid package to Ukraine worth 200 million euros. The funds are directed toward supporting humanitarian initiatives, restoring infrastructure,...
    
  India’s electronics output jumps 6x in a decade, driven by mobile revolution
Over the last decade, India has witnessed a massive transformation in its technology and industrial sectors, with mobile phones emerging as the driving force behind its electronics boom. Once known as a major importer of electronic goods, India...