Greek air traffic controllers pushed to limit by tourism boom
A surge in flights, staff shortages and ageing infrastructure are increasing pressure on controllers as Greece races to modernise its aviation network.
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Spanish workers spend the equivalent of 231 days paying taxes, study says
Tax Freedom Day fell on 20 August, according to Fundación Civismo. The think tank says the average worker’s tax burden has increased by 54 days since 2018, partly because of higher social contributions and income tax thresholds failing to keep pace with inflation.
Spanish workers spend equivalent of 231 days paying taxes, study says
Tax Freedom Day fell on 20 August, according to Fundación Civismo. The think tank says the average worker’s tax burden has increased by 54 days since 2018, partly because of higher social contributions and income tax thresholds failing to keep pace with inflation.
First-ever urban Ritz-Carlton Reserve to open in Shanghai – here’s what you need to know
The new skyscraper property will open on Shanghai’s North Bund in 2030.
Death of a titan of French radio and TV: Emmanuel Macron pays tribute to Philippe Bouvard
After an illustrious career spanning more than six decades – for which he holds a world record – beloved French cultural figure Philippe Bouvard has died aged 95. President Emmanuel Macron has paid tribute to “a free spirit”.
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Those behind hybrid attacks against Germany 'will pay,' Merz says, as officials find third drone at airport
Leipzig/Halle airport in eastern Germany plays a key role in the transport of military goods, including by the German military and NATO allies, and also serves as a base for Ukraine's Antonov Airlines.
German investigators find third drone and suspected explosives at Leipzig/Halle Airport, local media says
Leipzig/Halle airport in eastern Germany plays a key role in the transport of military goods, including by the German military and NATO allies, and also serves as a base for Ukraine's Antonov Airlines.
Tornado rips through French village, injuring at least 31
A tornado tears through Pomas in southern France, damaging homes and roofs and injuring 31 people as severe storms hit the Aude region.
New evidence prompts trial delay for Libyan charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103
The bombing, which is the deadliest-ever terror attack in Britain, killed all 259 people on board Pan Am flight 103 and 11 people on the ground in the Scottish town of Lockerbie.
Macron unveils €6bn Saudi-backed theme park deal amid rights criticism
A €6 billion Saudi investment will create three theme parks near Paris, born from a "shared passion" for Dragon Ball Z and anime Macron and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discovered during talks in Riyadh last December.
Macron's Dragon Ball Z chat with bin Salman brings Saudi-funded parks to France
A €6 billion Saudi investment will create three theme parks near Paris, born from a "shared passion" for Dragon Ball Z and anime Macron and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discovered during talks in Riyadh last December.
Saudi Arabia to fund three new theme parks near Paris
These three theme parks, one of them based on "Dragon Ball Z," will create 22,000 jobs, Emmanuel Macron has announced. Saudi Arabia will invest €6 billion.
EU sea defence: the new race to protect cables, pipelines and trade
Is the deep blue sea the next frontier for defence? Global economies are increasingly dependent on vulnerable subsea data and energy pipelines. So, the EU and its members are shifting budgets towards maritime defence tools.
Germany and Italy clash over migrant rescue ships and returns
Berlin and Rome are increasingly at odds over who should rescue migrants in the Mediterranean — and which country should ultimately take responsibility for them. Are private rescue ships offering vital aid or ultimately helping people smugglers?
New Colombian president orders immigration raids, vowing deporations of migrants without legal status
The far-right leader, a close ally of Donald Trump, seemed to echo the rhetoric of the Trump administration. 'Colombians first, Colombians second, Colombians third, may that be clear to everyone,' de la Espriella said.
London and Paris landmarks light up for Ukraine’s Independence Day
The UK Parliament and Eiffel Tower are lit in blue and yellow as London and Paris mark Ukraine's 35th Independence Day with landmark light-ups.
Washington Post ordered to rehire columnist sacked for social media posts after Charlie Kirk's killing
Karen Attiah wrote on social media after the right-wing influencer's assassination that she would not display sadness and shared the activist's past racist comments about Black women.
Canada walked away from Trump. Could the EU ever do the same?
Canada's Mark Carney has shown the EU what walking away from Trump could look like. But would Brussels dare call out the US president and reject his demands that allies play by his rules? For Europe, it's complicated.
Anorexia and binge eating: Genetic study reveals eating disorders go beyond body weight
New research points to a biological basis for eating disorders that goes beyond body weight.
Balloons take years to decompose: UK researchers invent ‘Bioloon’ as nature-friendly alternative
Discarded balloons “leak toxic chemicals into the environment" and can easily be swallowed by animals.
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The Faroe Islands’ self-navigating car itineraries are putting the magic back into travel
Travellers are invited to hop in a car and let the GPS take them to lesser-known spots – and the destinations are a secret until you arrive.
Spain's housing crisis: Why young people are swapping cities for villages
13% of would-be homebuyers plan to move to towns with fewer than 10,000 residents. Often single 35-year-olds on average incomes, they see depopulated Spain as their only escape from a housing market that has shut them out.
Moving to the countryside for a home: young people flee city housing costs
13% of would-be homebuyers plan to move to towns under 10,000 residents. Often single 35-year-olds on average incomes, they see depopulated Spain as their only escape from a housing market that has shut them out.
Trump administration plans to revoke 200,000 visas of asylum seekers
The move is the latest in the Trump administration's crackdown on immigration. If it happens, the move would mark the largest single mass revocation of visas in US history.
Saudi Arabia to invest €6 billion into building three theme parks near Paris
The parks are set to be constructed in Cergy-Pontoise to the northwest of Paris and are expected to include a manga-themed attraction.
Saudi Arabia to pump €6 billion into building three theme parks near Paris
The parks are set to be constructed in Cergy-Pontoise to the northwest of Paris and are expected to include a manga-themed attraction.
Tornado causes major damage south of Carcassonne
A powerful tornado caused severe damage south of Carcassonne, ripping up trees and roofs, with gusts locally reaching 117 km/h.
Tornado tears through village in south-west France: More than 40 injured and 300 homes damaged
A powerful tornado hit several towns in Aude on Monday, causing major damage, particularly in Pomas.
Tornado in Aude: over 40 injured and 300 homes damaged
An impressive tornado hit several towns in the Aude on Monday, causing major damage, particularly in Pomas, with gusts of up to 117 km/h recorded.