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Hot summer, "cool" vacation trend rises in Europe

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Summer is originally the season to look for sunshine. When mentioning European summer tourism, tourists often think of the brilliant Mediterranean beaches in Greece, Spain or Italy. But when climate change causes extreme temperatures to rise, hot weather becomes the reason why a part of tourists reverse their habits: Heading north to find cool places. This trend called "Coolcation" - vacation - is becoming a new choice for summer travel season.

World 24h: Experts forecast gold prices for next week

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World news August 23: South Korean container ship chooses Arctic route to replace the Suez Canal to Europe; Experts forecast gold prices for next week...

Thailand issues curfew after 51 attacks overnight

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Narathiwat provincial authorities have issued a curfew after a series of attacks occurred in this locality and 2 southern provinces of Thailand, Yala and Pattani.

Ukrainian President rejects idea of organizing wartime elections

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President Volodymyr Zelensky rejected the idea of holding elections in Ukraine, immediately after the former Minister of Defense publicly called for a vote.

Majestic Himalayas seen from Moscow

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Admiring the paintings of the Himalayas by the Russian mountain master - Nicholas Roerich, I feel so small amidst the majestic and mysterious wild mountains...

Close-up of the Russian Knights squadron performing at Victory Day Ceremony

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The Victory Day parade on May 9, 2026 at Red Square in Moscow closed with aerial performances by Russian military aircraft.

Russia organizes Victory Day parade on Red Square

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Russia celebrates the victory over Nazi Germany with a large-scale military parade with the participation of many foreign leaders.

Hezbollah attacked Israel for the first time since the ceasefire

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Hezbollah announced launches of missiles and UAVs into Israeli bases amid escalating Lebanese border tensions.

Close-up of Kremlin elite satellite performing horse riding

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The Russian Presidential Regiment celebrates its 90th anniversary with horse riding performances and guard changing ceremonies in Moscow.

World 24h: Storm Hagupit is about to affect the Philippines

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World news 8. 5: Japan confirms first deadly bear attack in the year; Typhoon Hagupit is about to affect the Philippines...

Volcano erupts in Indonesia, 3 climbers killed

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Indonesian rescue forces are racing to search for missing tourists around the Dukono volcano area.

Sri Lanka proposes Vietnam to open branches of some major universities

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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake proposed that Vietnam open branches of some major universities in Sri Lanka.

Japan confirms first deadly bear attack in the year

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The number of bears appearing near residential areas in Japan continues to increase after this year's long hibernation season.

Secret assessment of how long Iran can withstand US blockade

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A CIA secret assessment suggests that Iran could withstand US naval blockade for at least 3-4 months before facing serious economic difficulties.

Rumors spread that the UAE secretly brought an oil tanker across the Strait of Hormuz

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Many UAE oil tankers are said to have turned off positioning equipment to transport oil amid escalating regional tensions.

The Nord Stream sabotage is creating a dangerous precedent

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The Russian Ambassador to Germany said that the failure to clarify the perpetrators of the Nord Stream sabotage is creating a dangerous precedent for energy infrastructure.

Iran applies new regulations to ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz

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Iran requires ships wishing to pass through the Strait of Hormuz to declare information in advance, in a move to strengthen control of this strategic maritime route.

Russia warns of consequences across Europe if conflict with Germany occurs

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Russia believes that a military confrontation scenario with Germany could have major consequences for Berlin and the entire Europe.

British Navy closely follows Russian frigate for a month

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The British Royal Navy closely monitored a Russian frigate every day throughout the month before the ship moved from the Atlantic to the North Sea.

Forecasting when Typhoon Hagupit will affect the Philippines

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Typhoon Hagupit is forecast to enter the Philippine forecast area on the evening of May 9th or morning of May 10th.