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France bans short-haul flights in push for climate-friendly train travel

France has banned domestic short-haul flights where train alternatives exist amid French Government’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions. The law comes into force two years after lawmakers initially voted to phase out routes that can be traveled by train in...

Deutschland-Ticket: Germany launches €49 monthly ticket for nationwide public transport

Germany is taking a giant leap toward sustainable transportation with the launch of one of the world’s most cost-effective public transit options by introducing Deutschlandticket

China completes world’s first onshore modular nuclear reactor

China has connected its first small modular reactor (SMR) to the power grid, supplying electricity to Shandong province through the 200-megawatt unit I reactor at Shidao Bay.

Turkish Airlines honors heroic earthquake rescue dogs with business class flights back home

In a heartwarming gesture, Turkish Airlines offered rescue dogs who participated in search and rescue operations following the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria a ride in business class instead of the cargo hold. To honor the service of the...

France bans use of disposable tableware at fast food restaurants from January 2023

Fast food restaurants in France will stop using disposable containers, plates, cups and tableware for customers from January 1 as part of the French government's efforts to combat waste and encourage recycling.

World’s longest passenger train launched by Switzerland

A Swiss railway company has set a new record with the launch of the world’s longest passenger train.

Monsoon rains threaten 4,500-year-old world heritage site Mohenjo Daro in Pakistan

The catastrophic floods in Pakistan that killed hundreds of people, now threaten the iconic world heritage site of Mohenjo Daro dating back 4,500 years.

Pakistan Navy commissions 2nd Type 054 Frigate ‘PNS Taimur’ 

Pakistan Navy formally commissioned its second Type 054 A/P frigate, PNS Taimur (266). The commissioner ceremony took place at the Hudong-Zhonghua shipyard in Shanghai, China

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Venezuela earthquake death toll surpasses 1,400 as international rescue teams race against time

Venezuela's death toll from devastating twin earthquakes climbed above 1,400 on June 27 as foreign rescue teams poured into the country and authorities intensified the search for survivors