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Ben Anthony Horton

Green News

Why is Ukraine’s only gorilla ‘impossible to evacuate’?

Ukraine's only gorilla is caught in the middle of Europe’s biggest war since 1945.

United Kingdom

‘We can help’: Brits sign up to defend Ukraine against Russia

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine intensifies, many Brits are volunteering to fight for the nation - despite mixed messages from the UK government

People

80-year-old Ukrainian grandmother completes seven-hour hike to freedom

As refugees continue to flee the Russian invasion of Ukraine, this 80-year-old grandmother was forced to make a hard decision - stay in her lifelong home, or leave in search of safety

Travel News

Germany’s biggest carnival transforms into peace march for Ukraine

Over 250,000 people have turned Cologne’s historic carnival into a peace march for Ukraine

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Travel News

Meet the Ukrainians rushing home to fight for their country

Ukrainians from around the world are returning home to defend their nation against Russian forces.

Travel News

Ukraine's beautiful metro system turns into makeshift shelter

This stunning metro station with 80 distinct mosaics is providing refuge for Ukrainian's fleeing the Russian invasion

Travel News

Stories from Ukraine: How are people escaping the Russian invasion?

As the second day of the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, thousands of citizens are fleeing their homes and seeking refuge in bordering European countries.

Nature

Oil, new, borrowed, blue: Man marries the sea in protest against spill

After 11,000 barrels of crude oil were spilled into Peru’s South Pacific Ocean, an activist has 'married the sea' in a moving ecological protest.

Travel News

Ukraine's colours light up European monuments in show of solidarity

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine commences, European monuments light up in solidarity with the besieged nation

Nature

Inside the gorilla sanctuary: Congo’s haven for wounded animals

A refuge hidden among the trees of a Congolese national park is providing hope for some of the world’s most endangered primates

Experiences

Why are polar bears and spacemen floating down this Italian street?

One of Europe’s most renowned celebrations - the Carnival of Viareggio - is back with a bang after coronavirus restrictions limited last year's plans.

Nature

Is the 12km-high ash cloud hovering above Mount Etna dangerous?

After a period of quiet, Europe’s tallest volcano returned to action on Monday with a 12-kilometre high ash cloud spiralling above Italy’s port city of Catania.

Travel News

Why is New York on the frontline of the Russian invasion?

A war-torn town on the frontline of the Russo-Ukrainian War has changed its name to ‘New York’ in an act of defiance against the imminent threat of invasion.

Nature

Chile’s mysterious fish death phenomenon is perplexing scientists

Shocking footage has captured the moment thousands of dead fish were discovered on a Chilean beach - an unexplained phenomenon that has perplexed scientists around the world.

Nature

Australian cats in fight for freedom against local city councillor

Free roaming cats could become a thing of the past in this Australian city, as a local councillor implores owners to keep their pets indoors - or walk them on a lead.

Travel News

Australia opens borders: Tourism returns after a two-year travel ban

After two years of some of the world's strictest COVID-19 travel restrictions, Australia has reopened its international borders to fully-vaccinated tourists

Experiences

How to slow travel your way to the Alps on a stunning train adventure

A train to the French Alps produces up to 90 per cent less CO2 per person than flying - is this the most climate-friendly way of reaching our favourite ski resorts?

Experiences

Birdhearing: The Colombian wildlife tour for the visually impaired

With over 1,900 registered species, Colombia has the greatest diversity of birds in the world. The South American nation is now making this wildlife accessible to all through inclusive birding tours aimed at the visually impaired.

Experiences

Spanish ‘ghost village’ re-emerges after 30 years underwater

The village of Aceredo has been underwater for the past three decades. But after Spain’s driest winter on record, an eerie tourist destination has emerged from a desolate reservoir.

Experiences

Watch horse-drawn sleighs glide across this magical Turkish lake

Sleigh rides, javelin throwing and traditional dancing are just some of the activities available to tourists at Turkey’s Lake Çıldır - a stunning region where culture and tourism intertwine

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