Top 2026 travel trends: Glowcations, literary tourism and year-round Alpine escapes
From visiting places associated with favourite books to travelling with multiple generations- these are the top trends likely to shape travel in 2026. Read More
France’s ban on ‘forever chemicals’ comes into force tomorrow. Here’s what will change
Cosmetics and clothes made with PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, have officially been banned in France.Read More
Latest news bulletin | January 1st, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 1st, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Oman offers adventure tourists a wild, culture-rich escape from overcrowded neighbour Dubai
Here’s how to discover Bedouin traditions in the desert, turtle sanctuaries on the coast, and treks through the mountains in Oman. Read More
Israeli parliament votes down Beitar Illit annexation bill
The Israeli parliament voted against a bill to annex Beitar Illit, a large settlement in the West Bank. The vote took place on Wednesday, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was…
Hong Kong greets 2026 without fireworks after 161 killed in deadliest blaze in decades
The pyrotechnic displays against Hong Kong’s world-famous skyline of skyscrapers typically draw hundreds of thousands of people including many tourists to both sides of the promenade. Read more at Read…
Channel Tunnel power issue resolved but some train delays continue, Eurostar says
The tunnel operator, Eurotunnel, said the 50-kilometre undersea link was back to “full capacity” after a power fault inside it was fixed overnight on Tuesday. Read more at Read More
Pope Leo XIV asks that Rome be welcoming to foreigners as 2025 draws to an close
The Vatican this week released statistics showing 3.2 million people had participated in Vatican liturgies, audiences, Angelus prayers and Jubilee audiences this year. Read more at Read More
Iran appoints new central bank governor after protests as currency hits record low
The US dollar traded at 1.38 million rials on Wednesday, compared with 430,000 rials when the previous governor took office in 2022. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | December 31st, 2025 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 31st, 2025 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…