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Experiences

Feeling anxious? Try an art retreat holiday for a mental reset

Art is now a common form of therapy used everywhere from mental health hospitals to wellbeing charity programmes.

Culture news

British writer and poet Benjamin Zephaniah dies, aged 65

The Birmingham-born writer was known for his poetry, music, acting roles and also for refusing to accept a royal honour from the Queen in protest against the government's policies and Britain's colonial legacy.

Nature

World-first reserve created for whales that fight CO2 with their poop

Dominica is treating its sperm whales like ‘citizens’ with a world-first marine protected area.

Lifestyle

Inside the Notting Hill Carnival 2023: Europe's biggest street party

Europe’s biggest and best carnival is always cause for big celebrations. The Notting Hill Carnival is one of the most exciting weekends of the year for Londoners and many more far and beyond the UK capital.

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Culture news

Why you should be excited about Notting Hill Carnival

Parades, steel drums, and of course lots and lots of loud music. What to do while you're there, and how did the carnival get started. It's all in our guide to this year's carnival - the biggest street party in Europe.

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? EU & Latin American leaders gather in Brussels

In this edition of Brussels, my love?, we break down the EU-CELAC summit that saw 60 leaders from the two continents gather in Brussels. The forum focused on trade, Ukraine and rejuvenating relations after an eight-year hiatus.

Europe News

EU-Latin America leaders fail to agree statement on war in Ukraine

Nicaragua was the only country to object to the inclusion of the conflict.

Europe News

EU looks to regain influence in Latin America as leaders summit begins

The meeting is the first of its kind in eight years.

Culture news

Rare photos chronicle the journey of the Windrush generation

A new display of photographs shares the journey of the Windrush generation before, during and after arriving in the UK.

Green News

Rihanna asks world leaders to ‘step up’ for climate-hit communities

Her foundation donated over €13 million to climate justice last year, and has long supported Caribbean communities after disasters.

Experiences

Feeling stressed? Try a yoga session at the bottom of the sea

A hotel in Saint Lucia is offering underwater yoga classes to combat stress and promote healthy breathing for divers.

Travel News

Canada is extending visa-free travel to 13 new countries

Canada's government says it wants to make travelling to the country easier, faster and cheaper.

Travel News

Is the seaweed washing up on Florida’s beaches dangerous?

Microplastics tangled in the seaweed provide the perfect place for bacteria to grow.

Culture news

Antigua and Barbuda legalise marijuana for Rastafarian sacramental use

Antigua and Barbuda recently became one of the first Caribbean nations to grant Rastafari official sacramental authorization to grow the herb.

Green News

Is climate change to blame for this giant seaweed blob?

Scientists say that this year’s bloom could be one of the biggest ever recorded.

Destinations

Dominican Republic is one of the top travel spots for 2023. Here's why

From dazzling beaches to mountain top eco-resorts, this Caribbean country has something for everyone.

Destinations

Food, carnival and culture: Here's why you should visit Barbados

The Caribbean island has a thriving culinary culture, with fresh fish top of the menu.

Culture news

Haitian singer Mikaben dies at Paris concert aged 41

The musician leaves behind two children and his wife, Vanessa, who is pregnant.

World News

Category 4 Hurricane Ian barrels towards Florida after ravaging Cuba

Meteorologists are already warning of impending dangerous storm surges and catastrophic flooding

Culture news

Is King Charles III going to see the end of the Commonwealth?

One of the key features that will define King Charles III's reign will be how Britain's place in the world changes. Is it time for the 14 Commonwealth nations to drop him as their head of state?