
Starting March 5, 2025, European nationals will be able to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the United Kingdom. From April 2, 2025, this digital travel permit will become mandatory for eligible European travelers visiting the UK. This marks a significant expansion of the UK’s ETA program, which was successfully introduced to […]
Europeans Can Now Apply for a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
- Maharashtra FDA Tightens Infant Food Rules: Formula Ads, Influencer Promotions and Free Samples BannedMaharashtra FDA has tightened rules for infant formula and baby foods, prohibiting advertising, free samples, gifts, cashback, influencer and social-media promotions across the state.
- Rwanda Travel Guide: Kigali, Volcanoes, Nyungwe, Lake Kivu and 15 Places to KnowExplore Rwanda through Kigali, Volcanoes National Park, Nyungwe, Akagera, Lake Kivu, Gisenyi, Nyanza and 15 remarkable places, with UNESCO heritage, wildlife, culture and current 2026 travel-safety information.
- Burundi Travel Guide: Bujumbura, Lake Tanganyika, Gitega and 15 Places to KnowDiscover Burundi through Bujumbura, Lake Tanganyika, Gitega, Kibira and Ruvubu National Parks, Karera Falls and 15 places, with UNESCO heritage, culture, wildlife and current 2026 travel-safety information.
- Democratic Republic of the Congo Travel Guide: Kinshasa, Virunga, Congo River and 15 Places to KnowFrom Kinshasa and the Congo River to Virunga, Kahuzi-Biega, Okapi and Salonga, explore 15 remarkable places in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with UNESCO heritage, rainforest wildlife, culture and current 2026 travel-safety information.
- Republic of the Congo Travel Guide: Brazzaville, Odzala-Kokoua, Sangha and 15 Places to KnowExplore the Republic of the Congo through Brazzaville, the Congo River, Odzala-Kokoua, Nouabalé-Ndoki, Sangha Trinational, Conkouati-Douli and 15 places, with UNESCO heritage, wildlife, culture and current 2026 travel-safety information.
- Central African Republic Travel Guide: Bangui, Manovo-Gounda, Sangha and 15 Places to KnowThe Central African Republic is a land of rainforest, savanna, rivers and wildlife, with Bangui on the Ubangi and major heritage landscapes such as Manovo-Gounda and Sangha Trinational. This 2026 guide explores 15 places while clearly reflecting current travel-safety conditions.
- Cameroon Travel Guide: Yaoundé, Mount Cameroon, Dja Reserve and 15 Places to KnowCameroon is known as Africa in miniature for its extraordinary mix of rainforest, mountains, savanna, coast and cultural traditions. This guide explores Yaoundé, Douala, Mount Cameroon, Kribi, Dja Faunal Reserve, Lobéké, Waza and 15 places while reflecting the current 2026 travel-safety situation.
- Chad Travel Guide: N’Djamena, Ennedi Massif, Zakouma, Lake Chad and 15 Places to KnowChad is a country of Sahara landscapes, ancient caravan routes, rock art, wildlife and remarkable natural heritage. This guide explores N’Djamena, the Ennedi Massif, Lakes of Ounianga, Zakouma and other places while reflecting the current travel-safety situation.
- Niger Travel Guide: Agadez, Aïr Mountains, Sahara and 15 Places to KnowNiger travel guide covering Agadez, Aïr Mountains, Ténéré Desert, W National Park, Niger River, Zinder, heritage and current travel context.
- Mali Travel Guide: Timbuktu, Djenné, Bandiagara and the Ancient SahelMali travel guide covering Timbuktu, Djenné, Bandiagara, Gao, the Niger River, Dogon culture, manuscripts, food and practical travel context.
- Mauritania Travel Guide: Chinguetti, Sahara, Banc d’Arguin and 15 Places to ExploreMauritania travel guide covering Chinguetti, Ouadane, Oualata, Tichitt, Banc d’Arguin, Nouakchott, Nouadhibou, the Sahara and practical travel tips.
- Tunisia Travel Guide: Tunis, Carthage, Djerba, Sahara and 20 Places to ExploreTunisia travel guide covering Tunis, Carthage, Sidi Bou Saïd, El Jem, Kairouan, Djerba, Sahara destinations, food, beaches and UNESCO heritage.
- Sudan Travel Guide: Meroe Pyramids, Nubia, Nile and the Ancient Kingdom of KushSudan travel guide covering Meroe pyramids, Kush, Gebel Barkal, Kerma, Old Dongola, the Nile, Red Sea and UNESCO heritage, with current travel-safety context.
- Egypt Travel Guide: Cairo, Pyramids, Luxor, Nile, Red Sea and Ancient WondersEgypt travel guide covering Cairo, Giza pyramids, Saqqara, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Nile journeys, Alexandria, Red Sea, Sinai and desert oases.
- Libya Travel Guide: Leptis Magna, Cyrene, Ghadames and the SaharaLibya travel guide covering Leptis Magna, Sabratha, Cyrene, Ghadamès, Tadrart Acacus, Tripoli, Benghazi, the Sahara and practical planning.
- Djerba Travel Guide: Beaches, Houmt Souk, Heritage and Things to DoDjerba travel guide covering beaches, Houmt Souk, El Ghriba, Djerbahood, food, heritage, transport and the best ways to plan an island stay.
- Tunisian Food Guide: 20 Traditional Foods and Dishes to TryDiscover 20 Tunisian foods and dishes, including couscous, brik, lablabi, ojja, harissa, seafood, dates, pastries and traditional breads.
- Tunis Travel Guide: Medina, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said and Things to DoTunis travel guide covering the medina, museums, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said, Tunisian food, practical tips and suggested stay length.
- 20 Best Places to Visit in Tunisia: Beaches, Ruins, Cities and SaharaExplore 20 places to visit in Tunisia, from Tunis and Carthage to Hammamet, El Jem, Djerba, Tozeur, Douz and the Sahara.
- Tunisia Travel Guide: Tunis, Carthage, Djerba, Sahara and MoreTunisia travel guide covering Tunis, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said, Hammamet, Djerba, Sahara destinations, food, seasons and practical planning.
- Algeria Travel Guide: Algiers, Sahara, Roman Ruins and 15 Places to ExploreAlgeria travel guide covering Algiers, the Casbah, Oran, Constantine, Roman ruins, Ghardaïa, Tassili n’Ajjer, Tamanrasset, the Sahara and practical travel tips.
- Morocco Travel Checklist: Visa, Money, Transport, Weather and Essential TipsPrepare for Morocco with this checklist covering visa rules, documents, money, transport, weather, packing and essential travel planning.
- 25 Famous Landmarks in Morocco: Historic, Cultural and Natural SitesExplore 25 famous Moroccan landmarks, including Marrakech sites, Hassan II Mosque, Chefchaouen, Fes, Ait Benhaddou, Volubilis and Sahara landscapes.
- Iran on a Budget: Practical Ways to Plan an Affordable TripPlan an Iran trip on a budget with practical guidance on accommodation, food, transport, low-cost experiences and changing payment conditions.
- Morocco on a Budget: Practical Ways to Save Money While TravelingPlan Morocco on a budget with practical tips for accommodation, food, transport, medinas, beaches and affordable experiences.
- Iran Travel Checklist: Documents, Entry Rules, Money and Practical TipsPrepare for Iran with a practical checklist covering passport, visa, money, transport, safety, travel advisories and pre-departure checks.
- Moroccan Culture and Traditions: A Practical Guide for TravelersLearn about Moroccan culture and traditions, including Amazigh heritage, hospitality, mint tea, crafts, architecture, food and etiquette.
- Morocco Regions Explained: Marrakech, Atlas Mountains, Coast and SaharaUnderstand Morocco’s major travel regions, including Marrakech-Safi, Fes-Meknes, the Rif, Atlantic coast, Atlas Mountains and Sahara routes.
- Best Time to Visit Iran: Seasons, Weather and Regional Travel TipsLearn the best seasons to visit Iran, with regional guidance for Tehran, Isfahan, the Caspian coast, mountains, deserts and southern areas.
- Best Time to Visit Morocco: Weather, Seasons and Travel TipsLearn the best time to visit Morocco, with seasonal guidance for Marrakech, coastal cities, Atlas Mountains and Sahara travel.
- Famous Landmarks in Iran: 25 Historic, Cultural and Natural SitesExplore 25 famous landmarks in Iran, from Persepolis and Naqsh-e Jahan Square to Golestan Palace, Persian gardens, bridges and archaeological sites.
- Moroccan Food Guide: 20 Famous Foods and Dishes to TryDiscover 20 Moroccan foods and dishes, including tagine, couscous, pastilla, harira, tanjia, msemen, pastries, seafood and mint tea.
- Iranian Culture and Traditions: Persian Heritage, Art, Poetry and EtiquetteLearn about Iranian culture and traditions, including Persian poetry, architecture, gardens, carpets, food, hospitality and etiquette.
- Iran Regions Explained: Tehran, Persian Gulf, Caspian Coast, Zagros and MoreUnderstand Iran’s major regions, including Tehran, central Iran, the Caspian coast, Zagros mountains and Persian Gulf areas.
- Fes Travel Guide: Medina, Al Quaraouiyine, Souks and Moroccan HeritageFes travel guide covering the historic medina, traditional crafts, heritage, Moroccan food and practical travel planning.
- Iranian Food Guide: 20 Famous Persian Foods and Dishes to TryDiscover 20 Iranian foods, including chelo kebab, ghormeh sabzi, fesenjan, tahdig, ash reshteh, dizi, joojeh kebab and Persian sweets.
- Marrakech Travel Guide: Medina, Souks, Food and Things to DoMarrakech travel guide covering the Medina, Jemaa el-Fnaa, souks, palaces, gardens, Moroccan food and practical visitor tips.
- Tehran Travel Guide: Museums, Bazaars, Parks, Food and City HighlightsTehran travel guide covering Golestan Palace, Grand Bazaar, National Museum, parks, food, culture and practical planning.
- 20 Best Places to Visit in Morocco: Cities, Mountains, Coast and SaharaDiscover 20 places to visit in Morocco, from Marrakech and Fes to Chefchaouen, Essaouira, the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara.
- Best Places to Visit in Iran: 20 Historic and Cultural DestinationsExplore 20 Iranian destinations including Isfahan, Shiraz, Tehran, Yazd, Persepolis, Pasargadae, Tabriz, Kashan and the Caspian coast.
- Morocco Travel Guide: Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen, Sahara and MoreMorocco travel guide covering Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen, Casablanca, Rabat, the Atlas Mountains, Sahara and practical planning.
- Iran Country Guide: History, Culture, Cities, Food and GeographyIran country guide covering Persian history, Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, geography, culture, food, heritage and practical travel considerations.
- Vanuatu Ferry Disaster: 39 Still Missing After MV Matui Sinks in Rough SeasA Vanuatu inter-island ferry sank in rough weather with about 55 people aboard. Two people were confirmed dead, 14 rescued and 39 remained missing in the latest reports.
- Russia Launches Major Attack on Ukraine Energy Grid as Winter Approaches, Power Cuts ReportedRussia launched a major overnight attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, with emergency power cuts reported as authorities warned of damage to electricity and transport systems.
- Syria Bus Attack in Homs: Seven Killed and Four Injured in Deadly Gunfire AmbushAt least seven people were killed and four injured when gunmen opened fire on a bus in Syria’s Homs province, according to local health officials and state media.
- South Korea Highway Bus Crash: Seven People Killed in Deadly Collision Near DaejeonSeven people were killed and several others injured in a serious highway collision in South Korea, prompting an investigation into the circumstances of the crash.
- Germany Oktoberfest Bus Crash: Two Filipino Tourists Killed and Eight Injured Near MunichA tourist bus carrying about 35 Filipino passengers to Munich’s Oktoberfest overturned near Buchloe, Germany, killing two people and injuring eight, according to German authorities.
- Lake Kivu Boat Disaster: At Least 12 Dead and Dozens Missing After Vessel Capsizes in CongoAt least 12 people died and dozens remained missing after a vessel carrying more than 50 passengers capsized on Lake Kivu in eastern Congo, according to authorities and local residents.
- Pilot Stabs Captain on FlyDubai Flight to Israel, Forcing Emergency Landing in Saudi ArabiaA co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain during a FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, prompting passengers to intervene and the aircraft to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.
- Japan Bullet Train Disruption After Serious Accident Raises Fresh Rail Safety QuestionsA serious railway accident in Japan has disrupted high-speed train services and triggered a safety investigation as officials assess the circumstances and impact on passengers.
- Indonesia Train Crash Investigation: Signal Faults and Communication Problems Blamed for Deadly CollisionInvestigators say signal-system faults and communication failures were the main causes of a deadly train collision near Jakarta that killed 16 people in April.
- Swiss Alps Glacier Collapse Raises Fresh Safety Fears After Deadly Ice LossSwiss authorities and scientists are assessing risks after extreme glacier loss and instability in the Alps, highlighting dangers from rapid ice melt and falling rock.
- Zimbabwe Helicopter Crash Kills Six After Aircraft Goes Down in HarareSix people were killed when a helicopter crashed in Zimbabwe, with authorities beginning an investigation into the cause of the deadly aviation accident.
- Sydney Airport Near-Miss Probe: Boeing 737 and Dash 8 Come Within 120 MetresAustralia’s transport safety investigator is examining a series of serious runway incidents at Sydney Airport, including a July near-collision in which two aircraft came within about 120 metres.
- Somalia Piracy Horror: Five Crew Members Killed as Hijacked Oil Tanker Is RetakenFive crew members were killed aboard the hijacked MT Honour 25 before Somali security forces retook the tanker and detained 16 suspected pirates, authorities said.
- Pakistan Airstrikes in Afghanistan Kill 9 and Injure 11, Taliban Government SaysPakistan carried out airstrikes in Afghanistan’s Helmand province, killing nine people and injuring 11, according to Afghanistan’s Taliban government, as fighting between the neighbours escalates.
- English Channel Migrant Boat Tragedy: Child and Two Women Die After Overcrowded Dinghy FloundersThree migrants, including a 10-year-old child, died while attempting to cross the English Channel from France to Britain after an overcrowded inflatable dinghy ran into trouble.
- Papua New Guinea Human Trafficking Case: Police Rescue 39 Indonesians and Detain FourPapua New Guinea police rescued 39 Indonesian nationals allegedly held against their will in Port Moresby and detained four Chinese nationals as investigators examine a suspected trafficking network.
- US Navy Jet Accident: Two Aviators Eject During Carrier Landing as Six Sailors Are InjuredTwo US Navy aviators ejected safely when an EA-18G Growler encountered an arresting-gear failure while landing on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower off Virginia.
- Russia Launches Major Attack on Ukraine Energy Grid as Winter Approaches, Officials SayA major Russian strike hit Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, prompting emergency power restrictions and disrupting public transport as winter approaches.
- Pakistan Suicide Bombing: Gunmen Target Ambulance After Dera Ismail Khan Blast Kills 12A suicide bombing at a police checkpoint in Dera Ismail Khan killed at least 12 people, while gunmen later attacked an ambulance carrying victims.
- Russia Moves to Control Bear Population After Deadly Attacks Leave at Least 22 People DeadRussia is preparing new measures to manage its brown bear population after at least 22 people were killed in bear attacks since spring.
- Syria Bus Shooting in Homs Kills Seven and Injures Four as Investigation BeginsAt least seven people were killed and four injured after gunmen opened fire on a bus in Syria’s Homs province, according to local health officials.
- FlyDubai Flight Emergency: Co-Pilot Attack Forces Emergency Landing After Passengers InterveneA co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain aboard a FlyDubai flight carrying 174 people to Israel, forcing an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.
- Germany Oktoberfest Bus Crash: Two Filipino Tourists Killed and Eight InjuredA bus carrying Filipino tourists to Munich’s Oktoberfest overturned near Buchloe, killing two people and injuring at least eight.















