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Europe Decoded

When will the EU end seasonal clock changes? Only time will tell.

Time in Europe is political and ending the twice-yearly practice will require a lot of political decisions.

Green News

Winter blackouts less likely as gas prices fall in Europe

The price of gas dropped below €100 per MWh on Monday. Could a mild autumn lead to some financial relief for households?

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Irpin and Bucha locals search for life in the wreckage

As winter approaches, residents of Irpin and Bucha near Kyiv are trying to prepare, while living in homes decimated by the fighting.

My Europe Series

‘Saves me from using gas’: Europeans turn to wood in energy crisis

There has been an “unprecedented surge” in consumer demand for firewood, pellets, and the various sawmill residues used for burning.

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Green News

Energy crisis: Europe prepares for blackouts this winter

In the UK, the National Grid has said that homes could face three-hour power cuts if energy reserves run out.

Travel News

This is how much you could save on energy by spending winter abroad

With the cost of living crisis predicted to last well into 2023, some holiday makers are planning extended stays in warm countries.

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Water crisis looms for Ukrainian city of Sloviansk

Fighting between Ukrainian and Russian forces near the key city in the Donetsk region has damaged vital infrastructure that has cut residents off from gas and water for months.

Green News

Storm Franklin: How do scientists predict extreme weather?

A new way of predicting the damage caused by storms like Eunice could help minimise disruptions in a world that’s expected to experience more and more extreme weather events.

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

Mobility

How do you get into your frozen Tesla? Whack it

The electric cars from California can freeze over in low temperatures, leaving drivers locked out. Luckily, the solution is surprisingly simple.

Austria

Nine dead as avalanches bring 'unprecedented' rescue callouts in Tyrol

Rescue services in Austria's Tyrol region say they made some 70 interventions after 100 avalanche-type incidents were reported over three days.

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Thermal waterfall in Toplita frozen for the first time in recent years

Thermal waterfall in Toplita, central Romania, frozen for the first time in recent years. Although this rarely happens, the recent negative temperatures during the night had led to the freezing of the thermal waterfall. Water curtains turned into unreal lacework.

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Ice maze provides winter fun for Minnesotans

Minnesotans make the most of the cold winter weather at a huge ice maze in Stillwater. More than 2,900 blocks of ice were used to build the labyrinth, which also features a frozen slide.

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British soldiers jump into the icy water in Estonia.

British soldiers serving in the battle group of NATO's reinforced forward presence in Estonia ended the traditional winter course with an ice bath.

Destinations

Swiss ski resort celebrates 100th anniversary of the slalom

The first-ever timed slalom ski race was organised in Mürren in January 1922.

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Masked dancers chase away evil at a festival in Bulgaria

Masked dancers carry on an ancient Bulgarian carnival tradition, in the belief that it helps ward off evil spirits.

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Harsh winter and snowfall deepen ongoing humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan

Snowfall and dropping temperatures have increased the problems of the poor and needy people across Afghanistan. The harsh conditions have especially hit displaced people, many of whom are forced to spend their nights in simple shacks or even tents with no heating.

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Monkeys gathering around a bonfire in Aichi zoo winter solstice custom

Monkeys gathering around a bonfire in Aichi zoo winter solstice custom

Destinations

What happened when I went skiing in record snowfall at Crans Montana

This is what it's like skiing off-piste in the powdery pine forests of Switzerland.

Culture news

Christmas festivities in full swing at Santa Claus Village in Lapland

Father Christmas is busy at work preparing presents for children all around the world. Luckily for everyone, he's been granted 'key worker' access to deliver his gifts.