Russian forces launch overnight strikes on eastern and western Ukraine
Russian forces struck eastern and western Ukraine overnight into Wednesday, injuring civilians in Druzhkivka and destroying garages in the Khmelnytskyi region, according to emergency officials. Read More
Punjab faces worst floods in decades as heavy rains continue
Torrential rains and overflowing rivers have caused devastating floods across northern India, killing at least 30 people in Punjab. Read More
Homes destroyed as rare tornado strikes Brittany’s Morbihan region
A rare tornado struck Brittany on Tuesday morning, tearing through Morbihan with winds of nearly 140 km/h, destroying homes and leaving villages littered with debris. Read More
Ryanair offers oversized baggage-spotting bonuses for staff as low-cost carriers tighten rules
Gate staff can earn €2.50 for every non-compliant bag they catch as Ryanair enforces its limits. Read More
France’s largest air traffic control union plans 24-hour strike in September
France’s largest air traffic control union sat out July’s strikes, prompting fears of greater disruption this time. Read More
Walking on Mars: Discover Mangystau’s alien landscapes, sacred sites and Caspian coast
From fossil-filled cliffs to hidden cave mosques, Mangystau offers a rare journey through nature, history, and culture. Read More
Three generations, one trip: The beautiful chaos of travelling as a family
Our trip to Montenegro brought chaos, bonding, belly laughs, and the surprising joy of multi-generational travel. Read More
Cheap flights, costly choices: How extreme day trips are fuelling overtourism and climate damage
Budget ‘flying visits’ come at a great cost, contributing to overtourism and the climate crisis. Read More
ScotRail abolishes peak rail fares in attempt to encourage more people to use trains
The removal of peak rail fares is expected to significantly help passengers with savings and deal with the current cost of living crisis. Read More
Spain’s tourism hits new highs: Why shoulder season might not be the bargain it once was
About one in six Spanish travellers will go on holiday this September, part of a surge in off-peak trips. Read More