Lisbon: funicular railway crash ‘due partly to overtourism’

04 Sep 2025
A tragic derailment of Lisbon’s historic Glória funicular railway has left 16 dead and 21 injured, after a carriage broke free and crashed into a hotel. The popular railway, dating back to 1885…

Venice: Jeff Bezos forced by protesters to change wedding plans

26 Jun 2025
Protesters in Venice have claimed an ‘enormous victory’ after forcing US billionaire Jeff Bezos and guests to move their wedding celebration away from the city centre. The three‑day event, featuring A‑list guests like…