Two crew members of the cruise ship Hondius in South Africa have tested positive for the Andes variant of the hantavirus. Health officials noted that this specific strain is significant because it can be transmitted between humans through close contact.
A mobile toilet caught fire on Saturday evening at a construction site on Hoflaan in Beverwijk. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the incident after flames rose high from the site.
An explosive went off at a residence on Fröbelstraat in Haarlem during the night between Saturday and Sunday. The blast caused damage to the front door, and local police have launched an investigation into the incident.
A car caught fire on Bergerslaan in Beverwijk during the night between Saturday and Sunday. This incident marks the second vehicle fire to occur on the same street within a ten-day period.
Running long distances like marathons without proper training has become a popular trend driven by social media influencers despite the physical risks. Experts are questioning the wisdom of this behavior ahead of upcoming events such as the Pim Mulierloop in Haarlem and the Leiden marathon.
Edam-based photographer Leen Fleuriot is using analog photography to raise awareness about the lasting trauma of violence against women. Her project aims to highlight the psychological impact on victims through a non-sensationalist visual approach.