Finland dismisses case over Baltic cable cuts

A Helsinki court on Friday dismissed a case against three members of a ship from Russia's "shadow fleet" suspected of cutting Baltic Sea cables, saying it was beyond its jurisdiction. The captain and two senior officers of the Cook...

Finnish court says has no jurisdiction in Eagle S cable damage case

A court in Finland has ruled it has no jurisdiction over a case where a suspected Russian "shadow fleet" vessel damaged undersea cables last Christmas. Finland and Estonia have said the ship, the Eagle S, is part of Russia's shadow fleet, mostly...

Finnish court dismisses case against crew in Baltic Sea cable breach trial

By Elviira Luoma HELSINKI (Reuters) -A Finnish district court ruled on Friday that it does not have jurisdiction to prosecute the captain and two officers of the Eagle S oil tanker, who are accused of breaking undersea power and internet cables in...

Finnish court dismisses case against crew accused of cutting undersea cables

Prosecutors sought prison terms of more than two years, warning the incident could have sparked blackouts and power price spikes. The incident fueled calls to crack down on Russia’s “shadow fleet” and prompted NATO to step up seabed patrols...

Spain's Benidorm Embraces Its Franco-era Mass Tourism Model

Fifty years after General Francisco Franco's death, Benidorm still clings to the mass tourism model it pioneered under his dictatorship, even as protests against overtourism sweep other Spanish holiday hotspots. Built on bikinis, skyscrapers and...

Emirates, Air Arabia issue travel advisory for Europe

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia,...

Finnish court to deliver verdict in Baltic Sea cable breach trial against tanker crew

By Elviira Luoma HELSINKI (Reuters) -A Finnish district court is expected to deliver its verdict on Friday in the criminal trial of the captain and the first and second officers of the Eagle S oil tanker, accused of severing five undersea power...

Munich Airport is closed as all flights are grounded as tourists try to jet in for Oktoberfest after 'drones spotted'

Munich airport was forced to close on Thursday evening after several drones were spotted hovering over the travel hub. At least 20 flights were grounded as a result, German news outlet Bild reported. The travel disruption could affect thousands of...

Finland-Norway taxi service proposal goes to parliament

Published : 03 Oct 2025, 03:10 Updated : 03 Oct 2025, 03:14 The government on Thursday submitted a legislative proposal to the Parliament on cross-border taxi services between Finland and Norway, said the Ministry of Transport and Communications....

How an afternoon at glossy Christmas attraction Lapland UK has become more expensive than a day trip to the REAL Lapland

A lucky few can still get their hands on tickets to Lapland UK, the luxe Christmas attraction beloved by stars including Elton John, The Beckhams and The Prince and Princess of Wales - but they'll need deep pockets. Tickets for the yuletide...

Long Beach Rare Record Dealer Passes

Influential used record dealer Stephen Alan Mintz passed away on Sept. 16 at age 73. His shop, Bagatelle at 260 Atlantic Avenue was a favored hangout for record collectors and music fans from various countries as well as Long Beach and area...

Finding unfamiliarity, fun in Finland

Mason Medina|Courtesy Mason is a junior studying computer science. He is the vice president of the Half-Baked Club on campus and a teaching assistant. When I considered studying abroad, I had been under the impression that I’d have fun seeing many...

New study reveals world’s happiest holiday destinations

Travel is changing. Travellers around the world are no longer just chasing landmarks or luxury. Instead, the new goal is to feel good – to reset, recharge, and come home filled with happiness. A UK survey found that nearly three-quarters of...

39 Countries Will Require Fingerprints From U.S. Travelers—Is Your Next Trip On The List?

For years, we at Travel Off Path have been tracking the buzz around the European Union's new high-tech border systems. It's been a confusing journey of delays and speculation, but the first major change is finally here, and it starts next month....

I’m travelling to the EU after October 12 — what do I need to know about EES?

EU borders are about to look different for British passport holders (Picture: Metro) British passport holders and non-EU nationals are about to become subject to the European Union’s new Entry-Exit System, more commonly known as the EES. The smart...

Schengen Visa: Unlocking Europe’s Gateway for Indian Travelers

— For many Indians, Europe is not just a destination, it’s a dream. Picture yourself sipping hot chocolate in a Parisian café, wandering through the fairy-tale castles of Germany, cruising down the canals of Amsterdam, or hiking the stunning Swiss...

Nature photographers find a haven in Kuusamo, northern Finland

This must be the most beautiful place in the world. That thought lingers as we climb the steep slope, breathless, muscles aching and sweat beading on our brows. It’s ten o’clock in the evening, yet the sun still blazes overhead, as it does in the...

Octola Private Wilderness becomes world’s first travel destination to monitor clean air

Octola Private Wilderness, an ultra-luxury retreat located in the Arctic Circle in Finnish Lapland, has become the first destination globally to monitor ultrafine air particles using research-grade technology. Installed on its private estate, this...

UK tourists heading to Europe on holiday face strict new rules from this month

Terminal 2 departure terminal at Manchester Airport.(Image: Kenny Brown | Manchester Evening News) UK tourists with plans to travel to Europe this month are being reminded of some major changes coming into effect that will have an impact on their...

Off to Europe? From fingerprint scans to fees, these are the new travel rules for Brits you must be wary of... and they start NEXT WEEK

Thousands of families will already be planning to jet off for some winter sun. But the way we travel around Europe will drastically change next week with a shake-up of rules which will track the movement of non-EU citizens. So Britons trying to...