Ruth Wright

Green News

German farmers' protest brings Berlin to a standstill

The protest caps off a week-long demonstration against a plan to cut farmers' fuel subsidies.

08/01/2024

Green News

Top climate takeaways from the UN's outlook for 2024

The United Nations releases an annual economic report and the climate crisis features heavily in this year's edition.

06/01/2024

Travel News

Major French tourist attraction evacuated after bomb threat

The incident happened at 10.30am this morning.

20/12/2023

Green News

100s of farmers arrive in Berlin to protest climate-driven budget cuts

Even a member of the ruling coalition is protesting against the changes.

18/12/2023

Green News

Kenya: Millions displaced by the worst flooding in 100 years

There is no end in sight for the extreme weather.

15/12/2023

Climate

Swallowed by the sea: Barely anyone remains in this Mexican town

In the shadow of Mexico’s oil industry, a fishing community has been lost to the rising seas.

14/12/2023

Green News

Sea turtle rehab centre names new arrivals after Santa’s helpers

A Florida sea turtle hospital has welcomed the new arrivals.

13/12/2023

Travel News

Passengers sleep in military digs after flight makes emergency landing

One passenger reported that the night in the barracks 'clouded' his trip.

13/12/2023

Travel News

Ritz Paris finds guest's missing €750k ring inside vaccum cleaner

The guest had reported the missing ring to the police, suspecting it had been stolen.

11/12/2023

Green News

'End the fossil fuel age': Oil and gas under the spotlight at COP28

UN officials and activists say negotiators have no time to lose.

11/12/2023

Travel News

German train drivers announce 24-hour strike: Can you get a refund?

The action is over working hours and pay.

07/12/2023

Travel News

Munich airport flights resume but not back to full capacity

Heavy snowfall and sleet caused days of disruption at Germany's second busiest airport.

04/12/2023

Destinations

From Lisbon to Evora: Getting off the beaten track in Portugal

Amazing food, beautiful sunsets and fascinating lifestyles await.

03/12/2023

Stays

Why this travel blogger has started choosing hostels over Airbnbs

Some hostels are seeing 300% more bookings than in 2021.

30/11/2023

Green News

‘Devastating’: UN chief witnesses Antarctic melting first hand

The West Antarctic Ice Sheet is a crucial indicator of global warming.

24/11/2023

Living

As droughts take hold, the elite buy 'luxury water' like fine wine

'Fine water' is drawn from volcanic rock in Hawaii, from icebergs that have fallen from melting glaciers in Norway or from droplets of morning mist in Tasmania.

22/11/2023

Experiences

Barcelona museum opens doors to naked visitors

"Nudity has always existed and bodies should not be a source of shame for anyone" said one participant.

31/10/2023

Green News

In pictures: A power plant is toppled to make way for renewables

Energy produced by nearby offshore wind farms will power local homes and businesses.

30/10/2023

Experiences

Cryotherapy, IV drips and hiking: Inside the world’s best medical spa

Austria’s Vivamayr gives you full permission to rest, switch off from tech and only think about yourself - rare treats in our fast-paced world.

28/10/2023

Green News

Tree-eating bugs invade south-west France forests hit by wildfires

Once home to 250-year-old maritime pines, roaring machines now cut, prune and remove numerous pest-infested trunks.

27/10/2023