Angela Symons

Eco-Innovation

Oslo set to become first capital with zero-emissions public transport

Oslo is replacing its diesel-fuelled buses with 450 electric alternatives.

14/10/2022

Travel News

Heathrow chaos averted as American Airlines staff reach pay deal

After 98 per cent of maintenance technicians and crew chiefs voted to strike over pay, American Airlines offered an improved pay deal.

14/10/2022

Green News

Arctic doomsday vault helps countries prepare for the unknown

The Svalbard Global Seed Vault hits 1.2 million seed deposits as countries brace for climate and war-induced food insecurity.

13/10/2022

Green News

War in Ukraine a ‘blessing’ for climate, says UN weather chief

Petteri Taalas says the war in Ukraine will accelerate our transition to renewable energy.

12/10/2022

Travel News

Portugal flights could be more expensive next year thanks to new fees

Opponents have slammed the proposal, saying it will harm the country’s tourism recovery efforts.

12/10/2022

Travel News

Japan has reopened, but tourists find it's not ready to welcome them

Japan has reinstated visa-free travel to dozens of countries, ending some of world's strictest COVID border controls.

10/10/2022

Climate

Why are wetsuits compulsory at this French swimming pool?

Cutting the heat could save pools up to €50,000 per month in the coldest months.

10/10/2022

Green News

Hydropower: Switzerland’s secret weapon against the energy crisis

Switzerland is targeting a clean, independent energy supply, but some fear for biodiversity and the landscape.

06/10/2022

Eco-Innovation

This Indian factory turns cigarette butts into soft toys

An estimated 4.5 trillion cigarette butts are littered each year, making them the most discarded waste item worldwide.

05/10/2022

Travel News

LGBTQ+ travel: This airline has relaxed its gendered uniform rules

The policy follows a 2019 removal of Virgin's mandatory makeup rule for female staff and a 2022 move to allow visible tattoos.

29/09/2022

Travel News

Andalucia is scrapping its wealth tax to attract rich expats

The new policy is likely to make Andalucia attractive to foreigners wanting a second home in Spain.

23/09/2022

Moments

Meet Miffy the travelling bunny: A ‘tailblazer’ in his field

“When I travel with Miffy he gets really cuddly - I think it's a bonding experience,” says his owner, Sami Chen.

23/09/2022

Nature

Europe's largest salt-water lagoon is now a 'person'

The law codifies the lagoon's right "to exist as an ecosystem and to evolve naturally."

22/09/2022

Green News

Danish prince enjoys cricket cookie: Should you try insect food too?

Cricket cookies are a tasty snack, according to Denmark’s crown prince.

21/09/2022

Green News

Extreme weather has put 18 million people on the brink of starvation

Oxfam found a 123 per cent rise in acute hunger in the 10 countries with the highest number of UN appeals driven by extreme weather events.

16/09/2022

Travel News

Digital nomad visa: Malaysia's new permit only requires a €24k income

Malaysia plans to become south east Asia’s new digital nomad hub with a visa aimed at IT professionals and a network of coworking spaces.

15/09/2022

Eco-Innovation

Cheaper electric vehicles are coming despite high battery costs

The new Equinox EV is only slightly more expensive than regular compact SUVs.

13/09/2022

Travel News

Prison sentence handed to American passenger for physical assault

Two women were indicted for disorderly conduct for verbally and physically assaulting other passengers and flight crew members.

13/09/2022

Destinations

UK destinations that look like they’re in France, Greece and Spain

Have an envy-inducing holiday at a fraction of the price at these UK destinations.

10/09/2022

Travel News

Lufthansa pilot strike called off as union reaches pay deal

After last Friday's strike, Lufthansa pilots threatened to walk out again this Wednesday and Thursday. The walkout was averted by a last-minute pay deal.

06/09/2022