A male crested mangabey escaped from Safaripark Beekse Bergen in Hilvarenbeek last weekend. The animal park confirmed that the monkey is not dangerous to humans or pets and has been spotted several times in the surrounding area.
Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Schiphol Airport is facing significant passenger delays after a technical failure incapacitated its automated eGate passport control system on Sunday morning. Royal Netherlands Marechaussee officers are currently conducting manual checks as they investigate the cause of the malfunction, which is not believed to be a cyberattack.
Water board official Bea de Buisonjé warns that North Holland is ill-prepared for rising sea levels, noting that traditional technical solutions are no longer sufficient. Authorities are calling for increased water storage capacity and improved flood-resilient urban planning to protect vulnerable areas.
Authorities warn that over 150 fraudulent websites are currently offering fake ETIAS travel authorizations, despite the official system not yet being active. Travelers are advised that when the program launches in 2027, they should only use the designated official European Union website to avoid financial scams and data theft.
Justice Minister David van Weel plans to consult with Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema regarding the escalation of protests that feature support for Hamas. While authorities confirm the controversial slogans are not legally punishable, the minister remains concerned about the intimidating nature of recent demonstrations.
A major fire destroyed a restaurant on Jan van Galenstraat in Amsterdam after a parked scooter caught fire outside the building. Residents living in apartments above the establishment were evacuated, and officials are currently investigating the cause of the blaze.
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