Colombia declares three days mourning for quake victims as EU pledges assistance
The quake overwhelmed parts of the health system, turning the rescue effort into one of Colombia’s largest disaster responses in years. Read more at Read More
Italy: Po River runs low amid prolonged heat and drought
Italy’s Po River is running unusually low in Turin after weeks of heat and little rain. The exposed riverbed is revealing rocks normally underwater, while algae and vegetation spread along…
EU’s centrist coalition might fall short of a majority for the first time
A new Europe Elects projection suggests Europe’s mainstream parties could lose their EU-level majority, reflecting the growing strength of right-wing and populist forces. Read More
Ukraine strikes Novorossiysk, putting Russia’s last Black Sea sanctuary within reach
Ukraine’s strike on Novorossiysk demonstrates Kyiv’s ability to threaten Russian military infrastructure far beyond the frontline and challenges the assumption that shifting vessels from Crimea can keep them safe. Read…
The ‘Musk effect’ reaches Lerma: SpaceX books historic Burgos parador to watch eclipse
The aerospace company booked the Parador de Lerma 18 months ago to host 140 specialists tracking the eclipse, but despite rumours sweeping the town, it seems Elon Musk will not…
Europe’s new border system is causing huge airport queues as EES wait times double
The EU’s new biometric border system is causing waits of up to two hours at major airports, with Frankfurt, Amsterdam and Munich among the hubs reporting the biggest delays. Read…
Feeling overwhelmed? These are the quietest countries in the world where you can truly switch off
According to the Noise-Free Nations Index, Estonia is the quietest country on the continent – but it’s all the way down in 34th place. Read More
Europe has officially delayed the roll out of the ETIAS travel permit indefinitely
Europe’s long-delayed ETIAS travel permit has been pushed back yet again, leaving travellers in limbo over when they’ll need to apply – and pay. Read More
Are you the travel planner of the group? You could win a free trip to Switzerland – itinerary included
New research from travel booking platform Klook reveals just how thankless the role of travel planning can be and has launched a global search for five planners keen on a…
Quake leaves Colombian towns in ruins as Valle del Cauca counts dead
Western Colombia hit by deadly quake as Zarzal, Roldanillo and El Cairo report widespread damage. Read more at Read More