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Majority of Brits baffled by sustainability language, survey finds

A third of consumers admitted to ignoring what brands say about sustainability because it confuses them.

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Climate change intensified severe Greek storms, new study finds

The research found that storms are up to 15 per cent wetter now than they would have been in the past.

Travel News

The EU is giving away 36,000 train passes to young people

All you need to do is answer six questions and you might be in with a chance of a month-long free rail pass.

Earth News

Melting Arctic glaciers have revealed 2,500km of new coastline

The unstable new coastline poses safety risks for the tourists that flock to coastal glacial areas for their beauty and abundant wildlife.

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British dual nationals left confused about applying for UK ETA

Confusion has arisen for UK citizens who don’t have a British passport because theirs is expired, lost, or they were never issued with one.

Earth News

How eco-friendly clothing rentals can become more successful

The high costs of laundry and warehousing are among the challenges facing startups.

Moments

Comfy seats and sleep apps: The best airlines for nervous flyers

Turbulence, screaming children and randomly allocated seats are most likely to make passengers feel uncomfortable.

Earth News

Türkiye’s 20,000-year-old glaciers may vanish in the next two decades

The remaining glacial area in the Cilo Mountains has been damaged and degraded, scientists say.

Travel News

Thailand travel advice after 7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Myanmar

European governments have updated their travel advice for tourists in the area and with upcoming trips.

Moments

A pilot explains why you shouldn’t be scared of ‘dangerous airports’

Challenging airport conditions mean flights are more prone to turbulence, bumpy landings and delays.

Earth News

Just Stop Oil is ending three years of climate protest in April

During their three-year history, Just Stop Oil supporters have been arrested 3,300 times and imprisoned 180 times.

Earth News

How a battery-powered gig slashed greenhouse gas emissions by 98%

The gig broke the world record for the lowest carbon emissions ever produced by a music event.

Travel News

Inside Italy’s crackdown on fake hotel and restaurant reviews

Italy’s new rules aim to tackle both mistaken and malicious reviews by requiring proof of a visit and banning incentives for positive comments.

Earth News

Pig-rearing pollution is making life ‘unfeasible’ in this Spanish town

Residents are too afraid to drink water from their local wells or open their windows for fear of the stench of nearby livestock operations.

Travel News

Ryanair launches €79 annual flight subscription service

While subscription services might save travellers money, they are also a way to persuade more people to fly - which is bad news for the planet.

Travel News

This Croatian island is turning away from popular party tourism

There are also several tourist regulations on clothing and behaviour that visitors should be aware of if they don’t want to receive a fine.

Travel News

Could a metro system link the whole of Europe in the future?

21st Europe’s Starline network plans to connect 39 destinations in European countries - with lines reaching the UK, Turkey and Ukraine too.

Travel News

Berlin to Brussels Nightjet cancelled indefinitely from end of March

Passengers can still travel between Berlin and Brussels on an overnight train using the European Sleeper.

Destinations

For laid-back luxury and fewer crowds, stay in Hanoi's French Quarter

With wide boulevards and a lake, the French Quarter provides a little more breathing space than the Old Quarter.

Earth News

Madagascar’s youth mental health crisis fuelled by climate change

Young people in the region report extremely high levels of anxiety, depression, and climate change worry.

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