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More than a metre (3.3 feet) of snow fell in a few hours in the Alps as a rare spring storm left at least one dead and caused widespread chaos.

The massive project will see the construction of an underground ‘mega collider’

The Large Hadron Collider has been responsible for astounding advances in physics: the discovery of the elusive, long-sought Higgs boson as well as other new exotic particles, possible hints of new forces of nature, and more.

Storm Shadow maker MBDA is a cross-border inspiration, but new urgency for weapons is exposing its shortcomings.

When things go wrong, the only weapon Alpine rescuers have to search is dogs.

Motorcycles and scooters have always been a big part of life in Europe. Whether it’s for leisure, sport, or just getting around town, two-wheelers play a huge role in daily mobility. Unlike in some parts of the world where motorcycles are seen mostly as recreational vehicles, Europe has a deep-rooted…

The role of dogs in Italian alpine rescues is becoming more important as the number of people caught by avalanches increases — up by 50% over the last 25 years

In mountain ranges around the world, glaciers are melting as global temperatures rise. Europe’s Alps and Pyrenees lost 40% of their glacier volume from 2000 to 2023. These and other icy regions have provided freshwater for people living downstream for centuries – almost 2 billion people rely on glaciers today.…

The Arc'teryx Academy series offers expert-guided workshops in Squamish, the Alps and the Lake District

Pilgrimage returns as seven more famous faces embark on a journey of faith.

The secret is out on a Southern Alps destination long overlooked by British skiers, writes Michael Howie