Nepal's homestays empower indigenous women & preserve culture
Discover how a pioneering homestay initiative in Nepal's Panauti is transforming lives, empowering indigenous women, and preserving ancient Newari culture through community-based tourism.
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London's 'Sponge City' Turns Polluted Water Drinkable
Discover how a groundbreaking urban rewilding scheme in London is using natural filtration to clean polluted stormwater, creating ponds clean enough to drink from and offering a blueprint for cities worldwide.
Viking Tonle: New Luxury Mekong River Cruise Ship Launches
Embark on a journey aboard Viking Tonle, the newest and most luxurious ship to grace the Mekong River. Discover how its innovative design, cultural immersion programmes, and commitment to sustainable tourism are redefining luxury river cruising in Southea
Zara McDermott's Thailand Doc Exposes Tourism Dark Side
BBC Three documentary 'Island of Dreams' reveals the harrowing reality behind Thailand's idyllic facade, from elephant abuse to sex trafficking, as investigated by Zara McDermott.
K-Pop 'Exorcism' Video Sparks 300% Tourism Boom
A viral K-Pop music video featuring demon hunters has triggered an unprecedented tourism surge to a remote South Korean village, with visitors flocking to its 'exorcism' locations.
Bourton-on-the-Water's overtourism crisis reaches breaking point
The idyllic Cotswolds village of Bourton-on-the-Water is buckling under unsustainable visitor numbers, with residents pleading for urgent measures to protect their community from overtourism's crushing impact.
IndiLiSi & People Tree: Redefining UK Sustainable Fashion
Discover how IndiLiSi and People Tree are revolutionising UK fashion with their commitment to sustainable materials, Fair Trade practices, and timeless, elegant designs. Your definitive guide to building an ethical wardrobe.
Sustainable Textiles: Fashion's Green Revolution with Lauren Choi
Discover how Lauren Choi's innovative textile company is transforming fashion with mushroom leather and algae dyes, making sustainability the new industry standard.
Asia Plans $1bn Las Vegas-Style Casino Resort
An ambitious Asian nation is challenging Macau and Singapore's dominance with a colossal $1 billion casino resort project, aiming to become the next global gaming and entertainment epicentre.
Youth Activists Topple Entrenched Elites in South Asia
A new wave of youth-led movements in Nepal and Sri Lanka is successfully challenging decades of entrenched political corruption and dynastic rule, forging a new path for democratic renewal in South Asia.
Devon's £500m 'Dubai': Eden Project Transforms Torbay
A visionary £500m Eden Project North in Torbay promises to revolutionise the English Riviera, drawing global tourists with its stunning biomes and cutting-edge sustainability, creating thousands of jobs.
Cornwall's tourist numbers hit lowest point in a decade
Cornwall's coastal communities confront an unexpected crisis as anti-tourist sentiment leads to a dramatic visitor decline, triggering economic hardship and forcing a bitter rethink about the region's dependence on tourism.
Nepal appoints first female Prime Minister Sushila Karki
In a landmark move for gender equality, Nepal's parliament appoints Chief Justice Sushila Karki as the nation's first female Prime Minister, breaking centuries of political tradition.
Nepal's First Female PM Amid Anti-Corruption Protests
Nepal makes history by appointing its first female Prime Minister to tackle a severe political crisis and sweeping anti-graft demonstrations. A landmark moment for South Asian politics.
Nepal's Gen Z Protests Force Kathmandu into Curfew
Kathmandu gripped by unprecedented curfew as Gen Z-led protests over corruption and government failures escalate. Videos of massive clean-up operations and defiance go viral.
Greek Island Halts Controversial Five-Star Moon Beach Hotel
Greek authorities have halted a contentious five-star hotel project on Milos, famed for its 'Moon Beach', following intense local backlash over environmental and cultural preservation concerns.
Nepal Bans TikTok, Citing Threat to Social Harmony
Nepal's government, led by PM Khadga Prasad Oli, has imposed a nationwide ban on TikTok, citing its negative impact on 'social harmony' and family structures. The move follows regional concerns over the app's content.
Heritage steam trains may return to Isle of Wight railways
Exclusive plans reveal heritage steam trains could make a triumphant return to the Isle of Wight, reviving nostalgic railway journeys across the beloved holiday island for the first time in decades.
Nepal designates Everest region 'risk area' over glacier melt
Nepal's government has officially designated the Mount Everest region a 'risk area' due to accelerated glacial melting caused by rising global temperatures, raising alarm for climbers and local communities.
South Asian Nations Protest Modi's 'Hindu India' Comments
Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh have issued formal diplomatic protests to India after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's controversial 'Hindu India' comments, sparking a major regional row over secularism and religious inclusivity.
Príncipe: The Secluded African Island Paradise
Hidden in the Gulf of Guinea lies Príncipe, a breathtaking volcanic island with untouched rainforests, empty golden beaches, and a fascinating history. This is the ultimate eco-tourism escape.
TikTok Tourists Overwhelm Cotswolds Village with Abuse and Rubbish
The idyllic village of Bourton-on-the-Water faces an environmental and social crisis as an influx of TikTok-inspired tourists leaves a trail of litter, abuse towards residents, and illegal parking in their wake.
Nepal Opposition MPs Stage Mass Walkout in Parliament Protest
Nepal's parliament plunged into chaos as opposition MPs staged a dramatic walkout, protesting PM KP Sharma Oli's contentious appointment of a new home minister and accusing him of a power grab.
Nepal Deploys Army as Protesters Set Parliament on Fire
Nepal's capital descends into chaos as thousands protest against the government, with the army mobilised and parliament building set on fire. Get the latest on the escalating crisis.
Nepalese Politician Attacked by Lynching Mob in Kathmandu
A senior Nepalese politician was violently chased through Kathmandu streets by an angry mob in a near-fatal lynching incident that has shocked the nation and raised security concerns.
Intrepid's 2026 'Not Hot List' Fights Overtourism
Discover Intrepid Travel's groundbreaking 'Not Hot List' for 2026, featuring stunning, crowd-free alternatives to overtouristed destinations. Plan your sustainable adventure now.
Your Guide to Buying Fewer, Better Things
Discover how The Guardian's new newsletter, The Filter, helps UK consumers break free from fast fashion and mindless consumption. Learn to make smarter, more sustainable purchases that save money and the planet.
Nepal PM resigns after deadly social media ban protests
Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal resigns following violent protests and fatalities sparked by a controversial social media ban. The nation faces a deepening political crisis as internet restrictions ignite widespread civil unrest.
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