For the first time, scientists have captured the earliest moments of a massive star’s explosion, observing a vividly-shaped blast occurring just 26 hours after ignition. The findings reveal an asymmetric “olive-shaped” outburst, showing that the death of a star can follow unexpected
Across the United States, cities such as New Orleans, Nashville, Austin and Chicago are redefining what it means to travel for food. Once known for signature dishes and regional nostalgia, these destinations are now positioning gastronomy as a form of cultural infrastructure
When the Kīlauea volcano on Hawaiʻi’s Big Island erupted yet again, producing a spectacular “volcanado” – a whirling vortex of ash, steam and molten rock – the moment captured more than geological fascination. It signalled a shift in how travel and tourism
As the global tourism industry rebounds into its post-pandemic era, the focus is shifting faster than many anticipate – from volume to value, and from growth to governance. At stake is a recalibrated understanding of what travel success looks like: no longer
Across Europe, a growing number of cities are turning their frustration into public action, as Barcelona joins Paris, Athens, Rome and others in widespread anti-tourism protests. What began as isolated dissent has evolved into a collective call to rethink how tourism operates
The European Union is entering a new phase of technological rivalry. After a decade of dependence on American platforms and Asian microchip manufacturers, the EU has launched a massive campaign for its own digital sovereignty — from artificial intelligence to cloud systems
Archaeologists in Peru have unearthed new evidence showing how the ancient Caral-Supe civilisation, the oldest known in the Americas, survived a catastrophic drought 4,200 years ago through adaptability rather than collapse. Instead of perishing under climate stress, the Caral people migrated, rebuilt,
As the US government shutdown drags on, international travel faces a new wave of disruption. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has warned that parts of American airspace could soon close if the funding impasse continues, putting pressure on one of the world’s most
In Turkey’s Gaziantep province, the rugged Araban Canyons are fast emerging as one of the world’s most captivating adventure destinations. Stretching across limestone cliffs and ancient valleys, these gorges combine breathtaking geological formations with cultural depth – a fusion increasingly sought by
