Visiting the Dolomites in winter for walking adventures means immersing yourself in the dramatic beauty of snowy peaks unlike any other in the Alps. But waking up to a forecast filled with heavy rain and thick clouds, it was tough not to feel a bit disappointed. Still, being in Italy means that even gloomy weather doesn't have to spoil the experience. Nestled right on the Austrian border, about two and a half hours north of Venice, the 3 Zinnen Dolomites ski resort and nature park holds

Італія — це справжня скарбниця вражень для мандрівників. У цій країні можна як спускатися схилами гір на лижах, так і ніжитись під сонцем на морському узбережжі. Італія пропонує глибокі історичні пласти, що тягнуться ще з античності, а також багату гастрономію, кожна страва якої відображає місцеві традиції та смаки. Мандрівниця з США на ім’я Кет Сміт, яка багато років досліджувала різні куточки світу, відвідала практично всю Італію. Вона поділилася своїми враженнями з виданням Mirror і

Keir Starmer has stood by his choice to visit South Africa for the G20 summit just days before the upcoming budget, despite confirmation that Donald Trump will not attend the event. The prime minister is scheduled to land in South Africa on Friday morning for two full days of summit meetings and one-on-one talks focused on economic development and sustainable growth. While the chancellor is making final revisions to a potentially contentious budget, and with Trump opting not to attend, Downing

New images from NASA have captured the breathtaking moment an interstellar comet soared through space, offering a rare opportunity to study this celestial phenomenon and gain new insights into its makeup. Named 3I/ATLAS, the comet was first spotted by astronomers on July 1. It marks only the third known interstellar object—originating from outside our solar system—to pass through our cosmic neighborhood. As the comet passed near Mars in October, several NASA missions temporarily paused their

Just eight decades ago, a trip from London or New York to Sydney or Melbourne required more than a week of travel. Today, a new aircraft that can make the journey without any stopovers is nearing completion. On Friday, Qantas shared the first images of the plane during its assembly process. Equipped with a specially designed 20,000-liter fuel tank in the rear center section, the Airbus A350-1000ULR will be capable of flying nonstop for up to 22 hours. Qantas has named the initiative “Project

WASHINGTON (AP) — For many years, U.S. officials have cautioned against relying on loans from China’s state-run banks, which have played a central role in Beijing’s transformation into a global power. Yet a recent study has surfaced a surprising reality: the United States has received more funding from these institutions than any other nation. The full impact of this financial relationship on security and technology still remains unclear. According to AidData, a research center at the College

Sheikh Hasina Sentenced in Controversial Trial Sheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, has been sentenced to death after being convicted of crimes against humanity related to the violent suppression of student-led protests last year, which culminated in the fall of her administration. On Monday, a three-judge panel of the International Crimes Tribunal, a domestic war crimes court in Bangladesh, ruled that Hasina was responsible for orchestrating a violent crackdown by security

New Tree Toad Species Discovered Researchers have recently identified three unique species of tree toads that bypass the typical egg and tadpole stages. Instead, the females give birth on land to tiny, fully-formed toadlets, each only a few millimeters in length. This type of live birth is extremely rare among amphibians. Of the nearly 8,000 known species of frogs and toads, fewer than 1% give birth to live young. Scientists believe this unusual reproductive method may have evolved in response

The results were hardly surprising: The 2026 Latin Grammy Awards were dominated by Bad Bunny. The Puerto Rican icon earned the prestigious Album of the Year for his impactful release “Debí Tirar Más Fotos.” In his acceptance speech, he thanked his loved ones and collaborators, concluding with heartfelt words: “Puerto Rico, I love you, thank you.” His statement was a touching tribute to an album that serves as an ode to his homeland. Born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, Bad Bunny’s triumph felt

Just over a year ago, Ryan Sprankle welcomed President Donald Trump to one of the three family-owned grocery stores near Pittsburgh. At the time, Trump was campaigning and spoke with Sprankle about the rising costs of groceries, even picking up a bag of popcorn during the visit. Today, Sprankle’s message is quite different. If Trump or other lawmakers were to visit now, he’d express concern over the delayed distribution of SNAP benefits during the government shutdown, which has negatively

Nuremberg Film Overview During the Nuremberg trials held in 1945 and 1946, top Nazi leaders were prosecuted, including Hermann Göring, who was second only to Hitler. While Göring's role is widely known, less attention has been given to American psychiatrist Douglas Kelley. Kelley spent over 80 hours evaluating Göring and 21 other high-ranking Nazis before their trials. As chronicled in Jack El-Hai’s book The Nazi and the Psychiatrist, Kelley was simultaneously captivated and disturbed by

NEW YORK (AP) — Air travelers across the United States are bracing for worsening delays and cancellations this week unless lawmakers can come to an agreement to end the ongoing federal government shutdown. On Saturday, U.S. airlines were forced to cut over 1,500 flights, and more than 2,900 were scrapped on Sunday after the Federal Aviation Administration instructed carriers to reduce traffic due to staffing shortages. The shortage is mainly a result of unpaid air traffic controllers calling

People from across the globe are making their way to Belem, Brazil — the gateway to the Amazon — to attend the 30th annual United Nations climate summit, known as COP30. The conference aims to unite countries in their efforts to combat the harmful effects of climate change caused by human activity. Experts warn that achieving this goal is becoming increasingly difficult, but the urgency remains clear. Climate change is already contributing to deadly natural disasters, and any further delay in

Using eDNA to Find the Missing Beneath the waters of Saipan's harbor, an upside-down warplane, its metal exterior now adorned with coral growth, sits quietly as vibrant tropical fish dart through its fuselage and engine. Slowly blending into the surrounding reef, this aircraft still tells a story decades after it fell into the sea. The aircraft, known as a Grumman TBF Avenger, carried three crew members when it likely crashed during or after the 1944 Battle of Saipan — a crucial World War

NEW YORK (AP) — The nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards are just around the corner, and the race is expected to be intense. The official list of nominees will be revealed during a video livestream on the Grammy website and the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel this Friday at 8 a.m. Pacific Time, which is 11 a.m. Eastern Time. A variety of well-known artists and figures will take part in the announcements, including Gayle King, Doechii, Karol G, Lizzo, Mumford & Sons, Nicole

Namewee Detained in Connection with Influencer's Death Malaysian rapper Namewee is currently being held in connection with the death of Taiwanese internet personality Iris Hsieh, whose body was discovered in a hotel bathtub in Kuala Lumpur two weeks ago. Authorities confirmed that Namewee, 42, was the last person to have seen 31-year-old Hsieh alive. She had traveled to Malaysia for a collaborative video project with the rapper, according to her social media representative. Although

American Couple’s Journey to Bulgaria While trekking through the stunning Seven Rila Lakes in Bulgaria’s Rila Mountains, Maureen Thomson and Jeremy Myers pause to appreciate the crisp mountain air before continuing on their path. The American couple, who moved to Bulgaria from the United States last year, are often amazed by the country’s awe-inspiring scenery — from rugged mountains and thick forests to mineral springs and fresh waterways. When they aren’t marveling at the lakes, they often

President Donald Trump has thrown his support behind Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayoral race, urging voters to turn away from leading progressive candidate Zohran Mamdani. "Regardless of your personal opinion of Andrew Cuomo, there's really no option here. He needs your vote, and we can only hope he leads effectively," Trump wrote on Truth Social Monday night. "He has the ability—Mamdani does not!" Trump had previously suggested he would consider limiting

Tehran, Iran – Iran is not eager to quickly resume negotiations with the United States regarding its nuclear programme, the country’s foreign minister said in a recent televised interview. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told Al Jazeera Arabic that Iran remains open to the idea of indirect discussions with Washington — but only if the US agrees to approach talks from a standpoint of equal partnership and shared interests. The interview was conducted at his office in Tehran and aired on Sunday.

EMINENCE, Ky. (AP) — Allan Bryant keeps a close watch overhead while tending to a newborn calf resting beneath the trees beside its mother. After a few shaky attempts, the calf rises to its feet, beginning its first steps as it looks to nurse. In the sky, two birds glide in slow circles. Bryant, hoping they’re not black vultures, breathes a sigh of relief when he realizes they’re only turkey vultures — distinguishable by their red heads and less threatening demeanor. “Honestly, black vultures