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Safety scandal embroils multinational carmaker Stellantis

The multinational carmaker announced a recall for 530 000 DS 3 and C3 vehicles earlier this week. It’s now believed that 1.4 million cars are affected in France.

Tech News

OpenAI forms safety committee as it starts training next AI model

Sam Altman, OpenAI’s CEO, will lead a new safety committee as training starts on their latest model.

Travel News

The Taliban is working to attract tourists to Afghanistan

Tour companies are grappling with the country's treatment of women.

Green News

Nuclear power: Why is it such a divisive issue in Europe?

As 30 global leaders and delegations meet in Brussels to promote nuclear energy, the role of nuclear power continues to divide Europe.

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Destinations

Spain, Portugal, Italy: Where are Europe’s best beaches?

Spain was the ultimate summer holiday destination with 28 per cent of Europe’s best beaches.

Tech News

UK man first to be jailed for ‘cyberflashing’ under new legislation

The 39-year-old was convicted for new crime “cyberflashing” after sending photos of his erect penis to a 15-year-old girl and a woman.

Travel News

People 'bounced off the roof' of a plane that dropped during flight

This incident acts as a stark reminder of why you should wear a seatbelt when flying.

Greece

Greeks protest and strike in remembrance of deadliest train crash

The first anniversary of Greece’s train disaster in Tempe on the 28th February was marked by violent protests and widespread strikes across trains, ferries and public transport.

Travel News

Risk of an accident is 1 in every 1.26 million flights, new data shows

Good news for nervous fliers: Planes in Europe are the safest they’ve ever been.

Travel News

‘No selfie zones’ could save tourists’ lives

Selfie bans are becoming more common in popular tourist spots. Here’s how they save lives.

Markets

Boeing shares plummet after plane window blowout

US regulators temporarily grounded 171 Boeing 737 MAX 9 jetliners for safety checks following a cabin panel blowout that forced an Alaska Airlines jet to make an emergency landing.

Travel News

Japan earthquake: Is it safe to travel?

A passenger plane has crashed in flames in Tokyo after colliding with an aircraft taking aid to the earthquake-hit west coast.

Moments

Here’s what I’ve learnt while solo travelling over the last 6 years

The new year is full of grand travel plans and solemn vows to take that trip you’ve been putting on the long finger for years. For many that means a first time solo travel adventure.

Travel News

Seat up, blind open, lights dimmed: Airline safety rules explained

Do you really have to turn ‘flight mode’ on before takeoff? We asked the experts.

Travel News

€2 million of items allegedly stolen from bags at Spanish airport

Luxury watches, cash and mobile phones were among the items reported missing from checked-in luggage.

Travel News

Visiting London? Here’s why you should be extra careful on the Tube

Popular tourist destinations are being targeted as theft soars on the London Underground.

Moments

Iconic Harry Potter train at risk of closure due to safety concerns

Jacobite journeys across Scotland’s Glenfinnan Viaduct are in jeopardy next year.

Moments

Volcano tourism: How to witness Iceland’s glowing lava up close

Want to visit Iceland’s active volcanoes? Here’s how to do it safely.

Travel News

Travel on these two Friday 13th's in 2024 and you could save big

Looking up the next Friday 13th could save you money on travel.

Travel News

Italy's super volcano could erupt any time: What tourists need to know

Campi Flegrei is much bigger than the nearby Vesuvius. It last erupted in 1538.