Category : Search result: historic sites safety


Tourist dies after collapsing at Rome's Pantheon

A Japanese tourist in his 50s tragically collapsed and died while visiting Rome's iconic Pantheon, marking another incident in a series of tourist fatalities at Italy's historic sites during extreme heat.

Officials accused of gaslighting over drug rooms

UK health officials face mounting criticism after dismissing community concerns about proposed drug consumption rooms as 'misinformation', sparking accusations of gaslighting vulnerable neighbourhoods.

Avoid Vinted Scams: Spot Fake Goods Guide

Expert guide reveals the red flags for counterfeit items on Vinted, Depop and eBay. Learn essential safety tips to protect your money when shopping second-hand online.

Hanson and Joyce clash over nuclear site locations

A dramatic parliamentary confrontation unfolds as Barnaby Joyce and Pauline Hanson clash over nuclear facility locations, with Nationals leader David Littleproud demanding One Nation reveal their proposed sites amid heated Senate debates.

Canterbury Cathedral hosts underground graffiti exhibition

In an unprecedented fusion of heritage and contemporary art, Canterbury Cathedral transforms its underground car park into a vibrant street art showcase featuring works from Peckham's creative community, bridging centuries of artistic expression.

Manly Waterworks BMX Bandits site faces demolition

Sydney's legendary Manly Waterworks reservoir, famous for its concrete waves and starring role in cult classic 'BMX Bandits', is set for permanent closure and demolition, sparking community outcry and nostalgia.

Zaanse Schans windmills to charge entry fee

The world-famous Zaanse Schans windmill village in the Netherlands will begin charging international tourists an entry fee from 2025, while remaining free for Dutch residents in a bid to manage overtourism and preserve heritage.

Berlin Hamas cell plotting Jewish attacks arrested

German authorities have arrested three suspected Hamas terrorists in Berlin who were allegedly planning coordinated attacks on Jewish and Israeli targets across Europe. The sophisticated terror cell had direct links to Hamas leadership abroad.

Ofcom Enforces Online Safety Act on Porn Sites

UK regulator Ofcom launches a major campaign to ensure pornography websites comply with the new Online Safety Act, enforcing strict age verification to protect minors from harmful content.

IDF: Only Gaza Hospitals Are Protected Sites

The Israeli military has declared that only hospitals are considered protected humanitarian sites in northern Gaza, issuing a grave new directive for all aid organisations and civilians.

Sacred Sites Under Threat from NT's Huge Water Licence

Exclusive: Traditional Owners in the Northern Territory are fighting to protect ancient sacred sites and precious desert water sources from a massive commercial water extraction licence, fearing irreversible cultural and ecological damage.

Ian Rankin's Stirling Castle Blue Badge Ordeal

Celebrated crime writer Sir Ian Rankin was left stranded outside historic Stirling Castle after his disabled parking permit was challenged by an overzealous attendant, sparking outrage and highlighting accessibility issues at Scotland's premier heritage s

14th-Century Scottish Castle with Dungeon for Sale

A rare piece of Scottish history, the majestic Carsluith Castle in Dumfries and Galloway, built for a powerful medieval family, is now for sale. This stunning stone fortress, complete with its own dungeon and centuries of royal connections, offers a uniqu

Luxury Resort Plan at Egypt's Mount Sinai Sparks Fury

Plans for a sprawling 'mega resort' at the foot of Mount Sinai, one of Christianity's most sacred sites, have ignited international condemnation from religious leaders and conservationists who warn of irreversible damage to this ancient spiritual landmark

Page 1 of 4