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Alps glaciers face 'peak extinction' by 2033

A new study predicts the Alps could lose over 85% of its glaciers by 2100, with 'peak extinction' hitting in just eight years. The loss threatens tourism and ski resorts, underlining the urgent need for climate action.

Northern Lights 2026: Best Viewing in a Decade

Meteorologist John Griffiths reveals 2026 will be a peak year for the Aurora Borealis. Discover the best places in the UK and Europe to witness the dazzling natural light show.

Two dead in Bus Éireann coach and car crash

Two people have died after a collision between a Bus Éireann coach and a car on the Derrylin Road near Enniskillen. Emergency services responded to the scene. Read the latest updates.

NI race hate crimes reach third highest level

Police figures reveal race hate incidents in Northern Ireland have surged to the third highest level on record, with a sharp increase linked to anti-immigration riots. Urgent calls for a new anti-racism strategy follow.

Two climbers die on New Zealand's Mount Aoraki

Two mountain climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued. Read the full report on this alpine tragedy.

Two climbers die on New Zealand's highest peak

Two mountaineers, including a certified guide, have died on Aoraki/Mount Cook. Two others were rescued in a challenging overnight alpine operation. Read the full report.

Woman faces bear on solo hike in German Alps

A solo female hiker describes a terrifying face-to-face encounter with a brown bear in Germany's Chiemgau Alps, an area with no breeding population for nearly 200 years. Read her shocking story.

Alpine Art Installation Requires 6-Hour Hike

A new art installation in the Italian Alps, the Frattini Bivouac, is only accessible via a six-hour trek. The red shelter offers basic refuge and encourages visitors to 'think like a mountain'. Discover this unique blend of art and wilderness.

Val Thorens Named World's Best Ski Resort 2025

France's Val Thorens wins World's Best Ski Resort 2025, marking its third consecutive victory. Discover the top ski destinations and hotels for your next winter getaway.

Best Northern Lights Cruises for 2026

Discover how a cruise offers the ultimate Northern Lights experience. Explore 2026 sailings to Norway, Iceland & Greenland with expert guides and dark skies for optimal viewing.

Glass mountain shelter unveiled for 2026 Olympics

An innovative glass bivouac, designed for mountaineers, will be showcased at the 2026 Winter Olympics before being installed in the Italian Alps. Discover this feat of sustainable design.

Five climbers killed in Dolomites avalanche tragedy

A devastating avalanche in Italy's Dolomite mountains has claimed the lives of five climbers, including a father and his young daughter, during a popular via ferrata route. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the cause.

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