Looking for a slow travel holiday this year? Head to these top destinations for a mindful break
Cornwall’s peaceful beaches, dramatic natural landscape and range of cuisines has attracted more slow travellers in the last few years. Read More
Israeli strikes on Gaza continue as army prepares to expand offensive
Israeli strikes on Gaza killed multiple civilians, including media workers and a family, amid international criticism. PM Netanyahu has defended Israel’s plans to expand the offensive into Gaza City. Read…
Nepal holds first Pride rally since major funding cuts
Hundreds of people marched through Kathmandu on Sunday in Nepal’s annual pride rally, the first to be held since a major reduction in overseas funding. Read more at Read More
Wildfires continue to burn across farmlands in northern Spain
Thousands have been evacuated as massive wildfires continue to grip northern Spain as southern Europe battles a record-breaking heatwave. Read more at Read More
Colombian presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe Turbay dies weeks after rally shooting
Uribe Turbay’s assassination has sent shockwaves through the country and reignited fears that Colombia could again experience the wave of political violence that marred the 1990s. Read more at Read…
Emma Thompson jokes she could’ve ‘changed American history’ by saying yes to date with Donald Trump
The now-US President asked Emma Thompson out in 1998, following her divorce from Kenneth Branagh. The celebrated actress recalled the strange moment during a talk at Locarno Film Festival, and…
Fact check: Sweden is not deporting immigrants for ‘not adhering to Western values’
The Swedish government has made cracking down on migration one of its key goals, however online claims are misleading. Read More
France on high alert as ongoing heatwave fuels wildfire and pollution risks
The national weather authority has placed multiple departments on high heat alert, while officials warn of worsening air quality in several regions, including Marseille, Paris and parts of southern France.…
Willy Chavarria and Adidas apologise for shoe design criticised as cultural appropriation
Adidas and designer Willy Chavarria have apologised after their Oaxaca Slip-On sparked backlash for using Indigenous Mexican design without credit or collaboration. Read More
‘Depravity and lawlessness’: U2 speak out on Israel’s actions in Gaza
Bono and his bandmates have released personal statements condemning Hamas’ “diabolical” actions and how Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli government deserve “our categorical and unequivocal condemnation.” Read More