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From AI to Overtourism: The Future of Travel Debated at Newsweek Summit
Technology, sustainability and the power of human connection were at the center of a lively debate on the future of travel at Newsweek's inaugural New Destinations Travel & Tourism Summit last week. Newsweek's senior staff, including Dr. Adil Ali,...
Experience Greenland’s Inuit and Viking sheep farms on this stunning trail
Explore South Greenland’s unique twist on hut-to-hut hiking, where trails connect scenic sheep farms and offer a blend of rugged landscapes and cultural traditions. Photograph by Peter Essick, Nat Geo Image CollectionMost visitors rarely...

Iceland's First Cascading Waterfall Lagoon Has a Hot Spring, Swim-up Bar, and Mountain Views
Laugarás Lagoon A rendering of the lower lagoon at Laugarás Lagoon in Iceland. Key Points A new outdoor wellness center, Laugarás Lagoon, will open in Iceland this summer. From hot springs to waterfalls, the lagoon offers tranquility and...

PPDS adds technical manager for Nordic and Baltic regions
Based in Stockholm, Fredrik Lundqvist is tasked with supporting pre- and post-sales activities in Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, and Sweden PPDS, the global provider of Philips Professional Displays and...

Salt Mine Wine Blends Family, Sustainability, Italian Inspiration
Two brothers and their wives have turned a historic farm into a flourishing vineyard.Tucked within the six acres of trellises is a small but vibrant winery in Camp Verde, owned and operated by two brothers and their wives who have transformed a...
Nevis Achieves Historic Breakthroug...
NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (July 08, 2025) - Nevis has reached an historic turning point in its pursuit of geothermal energy, with the official opening of bids for the drilling of five major geothermal wells- marking the most advanced stage of the...

The Ultimate 7-Day Iceland Road Trip with Hertz | Day 3 – Discover the East
This article is brought to you in partnership with Hertz Iceland. Welcome to Day 3 of our seven-part journey around Iceland’s Ring Road! This article is brought to you by Hertz Iceland; the rental that connects you to the country’s most scenic and...

Olukoyede to n’assembly: Pass unexplained wealth bill… citizens must account for their assets
Ola Olukoyede, chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), says he has repeatedly appealed to lawmakers to pass the bill seeking to criminalise unexplained wealth. Olukoyede spoke in Abuja on Wednesday during the national...

Sacred Spaces, Sacred Places: Icelandic Artists In Varanasi
“What happens when artists are transported to a studio far away from the comfort zone of the familiar?” This question lies at the heart of the project that brought Among Gods and Mortals: Icelandic Artists in Varanasi to life — an exhibition...

How many economic losses from climate-related events has Europe suffered since 1980?
Published on 04/07/2025 - 14:56 GMT+2 Europe has experienced over €790 billion in economic losses due to extreme weather and climate-related events from 1980 to 2023, according to a new European Environment Agency (EEA) report. Germany suffered...

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography MCQs on Indian Ocean Dipole, Green Credit Programme and more (Week 117)
UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative of subject-wise quizzes. These quizzes are designed to help you revise some of the most important topics from the static part of the syllabus. Attempt today’s subject quiz on Environment and Geography...

2 Canadian beaches were ranked among the best in the world and they're wildly different
Two Canadian beaches were just named among the best in the world — and they're seriously bucket list material. Whether you're planning a summer getaway or looking to add more must-visit beaches in Canada to your travel bucket list, this new global...

Owner of Iceland's largest tourist attraction issues dire warning about island's future: 'I've seen dramatic changes'
It is a vicious cycle. by Kristen CarrJuly 4, 2025 The melting and vanishing of Iceland's glaciers could affect tourism in the future, Skift reported. The glaciers are a major attraction, and if they no longer exist, it would be a direct threat to...

Silversea visits new, remote destinations in Iceland's north
Silversea completed the first in a series of five expedition voyages around Iceland, with calls at Drangey Island, Hofsós and coastal cruising at Málmey, all within the Skagafjörður region. The calls form part of a broader itinerary aimed at...

Politically Connected Program Gets Opioid Funds While Experts Warn It May Not Work
The audio above originally aired in the July 9, 2025 episode of West Virginia Morning. WVPB’s Chris Schulz spoke with students Jessica Riley and Drew Solt to discuss this story. Read more in this special series from students at West Virginia...

Aberdeen sign Icelandic wonderkid as they announce radical overhaul of youth set-up
However, the Scottish Cup winners, who plough £2.2m a year into rearing potential stars of tomorrow, are determined to retain their elite status within the Club Academy Scotland (CAS) framework. However, Aberdeen have decided they will not compete...

SSA social bonds roundtable: Social bond investors demand volume, variety and strong outcomes
Investors would like more, and large reservoirs of social spending in the public sector are not being tapped. Among governments, national and local, still only a minority use the instrument. Meanwhile, investor demand is tangible but diffuse,...

Europe’s Heatwaves and Drought Are Demanding Urgent Global Climate Action
Extreme heat and worsening drought conditions are gripping large parts of Europe, fueling wildfires and prompting urgent weather alerts across multiple countries. RELATED: Glacier Collapse Buries Swiss Village That Voted Against Climate Change...

DNSBTC celebrates 2m users with free BTC, LTC cloud mining contracts
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. DNSBTC celebrates 2 million users with free Bitcoin and Litecoin cloud mining contracts, no hardware,...

Xpeng and its market entry strategy for the UK
Chinese EV manufacturer Xpeng offers a range of smart EVs that focus on performance, sustainability and safety while also offering advanced technology for drivers and passengers. At present the company sells vehicles in several European countries...