It is the kind of beauty that is almost painful to behold, that makes the heart soar but the breath catch. Perhaps it is because time here is etched in aeons and the magnificence forces us to confront our insignificance. We see giant layers of rock folded over on themselves, bent by immense forces in … Read more
FOR decades, the rich and famous have flocked to tiny Montenegro, on the shores of the Adriatic. But my tour guide Dusan tells me, the people here are more, “Del Boy and Rodney than Hollywood”. 6 For decades, the rich and famous have flocked to tiny MontenegroCredit: Getty 6 Soak up rays at the luxury … Read more
PROTESTERS marching against a controversial ‘tourist tax’ slapped on short stay holidaymakers have clashed with cops. Furious demonstrators wielding colourful placards and banners descended on Venice’s narrow streets and picturesque canals to voice their opposition to the decision. 5 Protestors clash with riot police officers during a demonstration against the new ‘Venice Access Fee’Credit: AFP … Read more
In an unprecedented vote, the European Parliament passed a resolution against the Islamic Republic of Iran on Thursday. The resolution condemned Iran for its attack on Israel and reinforced the European commitment to the security of the State of Israel. Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz praised the European Parliament for its vote in favor … Read more
RYANAIR has been forced to cancel hundreds of flights today due to French Air Traffic Control (ATC) strikes. The walkouts not only affect French airports, where as many as 70 per cent of flights have been grounded, with routes flying over the country also affected. 4 Flights throughout Europe have been cancelled or delayed 4 … Read more
BRITS have been warned to stay away from one of their favourite holiday hotspots as the island needs “higher quality” tourists. The caution comes after tens of thousands of locals gathered to protest tourism in their home, declaring they “have a limit”. 4 A leading Tenerife politician has called for ‘higher quality’ touristsCredit: Alamy 4 … Read more
new york — Russia blocked a U.N. Security Council resolution Wednesday reaffirming the need to prevent a nuclear arms race in outer space. The measure was proposed jointly by the United States, a nuclear power, and Japan, the only nation ever to be attacked with nuclear bombs. “We have only begun to understand the catastrophic … Read more
The European Commission launched a probe into China’s public procurement of medical devices on Wednesday, the latest in a series of moves that ratchet up trade tensions ahead of President Xi Jinping’s visit to Europe next month. The investigation – which Beijing swiftly criticized – is meant to determine if European suppliers of devices ranging … Read more
A BRAND new European airline is launching a new route this summer – with tickets going on sale today. Lufthansa City Airlines, a new airline launched by German flag carrier Lufthansa, was first announced last year. 3 A new route will operate between Birmingham Airport and MunichCredit: Alamy 3 Lufthansa City Airlines, a new airline launched … Read more
A Ukrainian version of the Minecraft game features Canadian actress Katheryn Winnick, U.S. astronaut Scott Kelly, and other celebrities from around the globe. The new game, called Minesalt, is based on Ukraine’s famous Soledar salt mines. Anna Kosstutschenko reports. Camera: Pavel Suhodolskiy. Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz is an automatic aggregator … Read more
