US lawyer Mark Zuckerberg sues Facebook over account suspensions
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
Danish prince enjoys cricket cookie: Should you try insect food too?
Cricket cookies are a tasty snack, according to Denmark’s crown prince.
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.
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.
Cheaper electric vehicles are coming despite high battery costs
The new Equinox EV is only slightly more expensive than regular compact SUVs.
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.
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.
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.
Which European cities are cheapest for an autumn break?
This marks the first time in 15 years that western European city breaks have beaten eastern cities in the Post Office's annual report.
’Barbaric’: New Yorkers campaign to ban horse-drawn carriages
A poll shows 70 per cent of New Yorkers are in favour of replacing horse-drawn carriages with e-carriages.
Lufthansa pilots set to strike tomorrow over ongoing pay dispute
The German airline intends to minimise the impact of the strike and claims its pay offers to pilots are a good basis for continuing talks.
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