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Iran war: Talks in doubt as leaders issue threats

While the talks remain in limbo, the United States and Iran have been trading threats. Separately, media reports suggest US Vice President JD Vance is set to travel to Pakistan for ceasefire negotiations. DW has more.

DW News 3 months ago

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Reignited US-Iran tensions likely to drive petrol and diesel prices higher

As US representatives travel to Pakistan on Monday for a second round of talks with Iran, the lack of clarity over a possible deal is once again expected to place upward pressure on petrol and diesel prices.

Euronews 3 months ago

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The Stars My Destination is classic proto-cyberpunk

This might feel like a somewhat obvious recommendation to some, but it flew under my radar until now. Alfred Bester's The Stars My Destination (originally published as Tiger! Tiger! in the UK) is a 1956 sci-fi novel that some have cited as a...

The Verge 3 months ago

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Padel holidays: One of the world’s fastest-growing sports becomes a smash hit for travel

Hotels and resorts are turning padel into a travel draw, blending sport, luxury stays and social play across Europe and beyond.

Euronews 3 months ago

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First cruise ship transits the Strait of Hormuz since Iran war began

Iran and the US said the strategic waterway, which has been effectively closed since the beginning of the war, will be fully open to commercial traffic for the remainder of the ceasefire

Euronews 3 months ago

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A new airport has opened in Greenland and it's a gateway to the lesser-visited south

The airport in Qaqortoq replaces Narsarsuaq – around 60 kilometres away – as the primary access point, significantly reducing travel time to the southern hub of Greenland.

Euronews 3 months ago

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These are the most luxurious new hotels around the world, according to Travel + Leisure

This year’s ‘It List’ includes a €11,000 a night hotel in the Maldives, a six-suite tented camp in South Africa and a luxury ecolodge overlooking India’s second highest peak.

Euronews 3 months ago

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Spain at risk of housing bubble as Madrid attracts wealthy foreigners

In the last few years, Madrid has become a destination of choice for wealthy Latin American investors, as well as for young Americans. The latter are settling in the most historical areas of the Spanish capital, driving up prices in an already...

France 24 3 months ago

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Your next flight could be more expensive as jet fuel costs soar

Airlines are facing higher costs, and one airport group in Europe has warned of the risk of a "systemic jet fuel shortage" if traffic through the Strait of Hormuz doesn't normalize by the end of this month.

NPR News 3 months ago

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Flights disrupted by Iran war? Here are Europe's easiest countries to navigate by train this summer

Amid flight disruption threats sparked by the Iran war, trains are stepping in as an alternative travel option. But where in Europe are tickets cheapest and which countries are easier to navigate?

Euronews 3 months ago

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German pilots’ union announces further strikes at Lufthansa this week

The latest round of strike action continues a recent trend of travel disruptions at Germany’s busiest hubs, throwing passenger journeys into uncertainty.

Euronews 3 months ago

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No one likes being discombobulated. How did the feeling get such a fun name?

Sometimes you just need to recombobulate. That word isn't in the dictionary, but it is on a beloved sign at Milwaukee's airport.

NPR News 3 months ago

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The Céline Dion effect: 16-date tour to inject millions into Paris tourism

The Canadian’s comeback tour is already driving interest and a noticeable economic boost to the French capital.

Euronews 3 months ago

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The FAA takes a rare step to head off a traffic jam at Chicago's O'Hare Airport

Federal regulators want airlines to cut the number of flights at O'Hare Airport in Chicago this summer. It's an unusual move, sparked by a turf war between two major airlines with hubs at the airport.

NPR News 3 months ago

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Inspired by the Masters? Here are Europe’s best new golf courses to travel to

Featuring world-class destinations in Scotland, Ireland and Portugal, Europe’s newest openings and reimagined courses should be added to your golf travel bucket list.

Euronews 3 months ago

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German pilots’ union calls for two-day Lufthansa strike action on Monday and Tuesday

The latest round of strikes continues a recent trend of travel disruptions at Germany’s busiest hubs, throwing passenger journeys into uncertainty.

Euronews 3 months ago

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Why cruise passengers are missing out on seeing Alaska’s ‘queen of fjords’

Tracy Arm, located southeast of Juneau, is a majestic fjord that features two tidewater glaciers. This season, major cruise lines are skipping it following a massive landslide last summer.

Euronews 3 months ago

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Airport council warns: Hormuz closure poses major fuel shortage risks

In a letter to the EU, the Airports Council International warned that if Hormuz does not reopen within three weeks, paraffin shortages in Europe will be critical.

Euronews 3 months ago

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Eurostar has launched a flash sale. Here’s how to get discounted tickets year-round

Outside of sale periods, you can get discounted train tickets through Eurostar Snap – as long as you don’t need to travel at a specific time.

Euronews 3 months ago

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100 years of Route 66: Take the ultimate driving trip on America’s ‘Mother Road’

With its glowing neon signs, retro diners and restored motels, Route 66 continues to attract travellers wanting to experience one of the world’s most iconic road trips.

Euronews 3 months ago