Adventurers start journey across Atlantic Ocean in hydrogen balloon

The balloon and its three pilots are on a big mission to cross the Atlantic Ocean, landing somewhere in Europe.

Snakes alive! Warmer weather brings flurry of sightings in Chinese capital

Residents in some parts of Beijing are on edge as rises in humidity and temperature lure snakes into the Chinese capital, where encounters with the reptiles are usually rare. Concerned residents have been sharing their sightings on social media. “Why are there snakes in Beijing’s parks?” one user posted. “It scared me to death.” In the comments section, many others shared similar experiences, with one woman recounting her shock at finding a snake hiding behind the fridge of her 25th-floor...

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Russian Satellites Are Jamming GPS Signals Across Europe, Warn Scientists

Scientists tracking the disruptions claimed that the incidents highlight how space-based technology is becoming a new battleground amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Mostly clear, some rain possible

It will be mainly clear and sunny on Saturday with temperatures rising to around 33C inland, 26C on west and southwestern coasts, around 29C on the rest of the coast and around 24C in the mountains. Coastal areas will see some cloud and in the afternoon isolated storms are possible in some areas inland and […]

Russia's refinery? Why Europe's focus has turned to Aughinish

Recent renewed attention on the Aughinish Alumina plant in Limerick, and reporting about its links to Russia's military production processes, have raised questions for the Irish Government and European Commission from Europe, Ukraine and politicians.

Dry start gives way to rain, wind gusts and 17–20°C highs this weekend in Netherlands

Saturday morning begins dry, with widespread cloud cover across the Netherlands. Occasional sunshine will break through, especially in Noord-Holland and in the east.

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