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Tourist numbers in Europe this summer have returned to almost pre-Covid levels, with especially high demand from North American travellers. But the summer season has been far from smooth, with holidaymakers encountering heatwaves, wildfires and the return of overcrowding at some of Europe’s most popular sights. Some of the troubles…

Archaeologists fear dangerous precedent if court approves new beach facilities at site of Phaselis on the Mediterranean coast

Omo Forest Reserve, a tropical rainforest in southern Nigeria, faces threats from excessive logging, uncontrolled farming and poaching

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The National Party’s promised ban on cellphones in schools has been touted by leader Christopher Luxon as a “common sense” and “practical” way to address New Zealand’s poor academic achievement.

Young leaders from 30+ tribal communities in Kerala frame Kochi Charter on Tribal Rights, affirming commitment to UNESCO & UN conventions. Charter lauds youth & elders for safeguarding intangible heritage & suggests workshops, registers, & candidature files for inclusion in National List of Geographical Indication. Edamalakudy panchayat, Idukki district, supports…

In a The Hindu Parley Podcast, educators Jyoti Arora and K.R. Maalathi weigh in on whether a complete ban on smartphones in schools is necessary.

From magnificent beaches to lively cities, here’s how to make the most of this North African marvel