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Montenegro will require visas from citizens of Belarus, China, Russia, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye starting 1 November 2026.
Visa applications can now be submitted through VFS Global centres in several countries, with more centres planned.
Montenegro is developing a new Visa Information System aligned with EU standards, aiming to introduce an e-Visa system.
The visa policy change aligns Montenegro with EU visa policy, fulfilling an obligation on its EU membership path.

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European Western Balkans · 106d ago

GOOD NEWSGROUND TRANSPORT107d ago

Ho Chi Minh City unveils underground metro stations to link all 3 Tan Son Nhat airport terminals

Ho Chi Minh City plans two underground metro stations to connect all three Tan Son Nhat airport terminals.
Metro Line No. 6 will be nearly 23 km long, with 13 underground and four other stations.
Construction is expected to begin by end of 2026 and be completed by 2030.
The line will link with other metro routes, including Line No. 1 and the Thu Thiem–Long Thanh Railway.
Trains will operate at maximum speeds of 80–110 kph, with initial three-car trains expandable to six.

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VnExpress International · 107d ago

GOOD NEWSGROUND TRANSPORT106d ago

Subway expansion in São Paulo highlights the historical role of public transport in Brazil's major cities

São Paulo is expanding metro lines 2-Verde, 4-Amarela, 6-Laranja, 15-Prata, and 17-Ouro, plus rail lines 11-Coral, 12-Safira, and 13-Jade.
Public transport in Brazil has historically shaped urban expansion, industrialization, and metropolitan region formation.
The expansion highlights persistent issues like long travel times, overcrowding, territorial inequality, and lack of urban planning integration.
Antonio Luiz Leite of FuMTran says transport influenced territory occupation, job access, and urban life organization.
The article argues that investing in public transport can guide urban growth, reduce inequalities, and build more sustainable cities.

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Google Notícias — São Paulo (cobertura local) · 106d ago · translated from Portuguese

COST OF LIVING106d ago

Argentina Inflation: Cost of Living Amid Hyperinflation

Argentina's annual inflation rate was 33.2% in May 2026 and 33.5% in June 2026.
The price of a kilogram of French bread in Buenos Aires rose from 38.64 pesos in 2017 to 4,471 pesos in 2026.
Monthly inflation fell to 1.9% in June 2026, down from 2.1% in May.
Private healthcare, utilities, transport, and school fees are among costs rising beyond food.
Wages in Argentina consistently fail to keep pace with the rising cost of living.

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WageIndicator · 106d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS106d ago

Da Lat airport to reopen next month

Lien Khuong Airport in Da Lat reopens August 19 after a six-month closure for upgrades.
The airport will handle up to 40 flights daily, with six domestic and one international route initially.
AirAsia resumes Da Lat–Kuala Lumpur flights on September 2, with four weekly services.
Lam Dong aims for a 75% passenger load factor on domestic routes in the first 90 days.
New routes to Incheon and Singapore are planned for December 2026.

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Tuoi Tre News | The News Gateway to Vietnam · 106d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS106d ago

Thai Airways to Launch Direct Bangkok – Da Nang Flights from December 1, 2026

Thai Airways will launch direct Bangkok–Da Nang flights on December 1, 2026.
Two daily round-trip flights will operate between Suvarnabhumi and Da Nang airports.
Flight times: Bangkok to Da Nang at 08:00–09:45 and 16:20–18:05; return at 10:45–12:40 and 19:05–21:00.
The route aims to boost Thai tourism to Da Nang and connect via Bangkok to over 60 destinations worldwide.
Thai Airways is a Star Alliance member, enhancing Da Nang's international connectivity.

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Danang Fantasticity · 106d ago

GROUND TRANSPORT106d ago

Barcelona metro fire leaves 137 people with smoke inhalation

A fire on the Barcelona Metro on July 27 left 137 people with smoke inhalation.
40 of the injured required hospitalisation after the incident.
The fire broke out between Clot and Glòries stations while a train carrying about 300 passengers was in the tunnel.
Passengers evacuated into the tunnel after thick smoke filled the carriages, despite standard procedures to wait for firefighters.
The likely cause was a detached section of cladding from the overhead contact line; service suspension is expected to end on July 28.

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Caliber.Az · 106d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS106d ago

Sun PhuQuoc Airways opens ticket sales for Kuala Lumpur - Phú Quốc route

Sun PhuQuoc Airways launches daily direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and Phú Quốc starting September 1, 2026.
Flight time is just 1 hour 35 minutes, with schedules designed to maximize time on the ground.
A 20% discount on base fares is offered for bookings via the airline's official website or app, excluding peak periods.
Fares include an in-flight meal and 23kg checked baggage allowance; child fares are 75% of the adult price.
Malaysia is the seventh international market connected to Phú Quốc, aiming to attract both Malaysian and transit travelers.

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vietnamnews.vn · 106d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS107d ago

Air Cairo launches new direct services between Egypt and Athens

eKathimerini.com · 107d ago

GOOD NEWSGROUND TRANSPORT107d ago

Siemens Mobility to digitize the extension of Line 4-Yellow of the São Paulo subway

Siemens Mobility will digitize the extension of São Paulo's Line 4-Yellow subway.
The extension adds 3.3 km of tunnels and two new stations, including the first outside São Paulo city limits.
It will benefit over 280,000 residents and serve about 110,000 passengers daily.
The line will use CBTC signaling and GoA4 automation, the highest level of driverless operation.
Travel time between Luz and Taboão da Serra stations will be just 26 minutes.

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Google Notícias — São Paulo (cobertura local) · 107d ago · translated from Portuguese

CITY LIFE & OPENINGS107d ago

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration inspects entertainment venues strictly, exceeding 72 percent in a week, orders 79 establishments to close

Bangkok inspected 865 of 1,204 entertainment venues in one week, exceeding 72% coverage.
79 establishments were ordered to close: 19 for lacking music permits and 60 for no operating license.
618 venues were ordered to improve, with 48 given final warnings after failing to comply earlier.
168 venues passed all safety and licensing standards during the July 19-26 crackdown.

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Thairath Online (ไทยรัฐ) — largest-circulation national daily · 107d ago · translated from Thai

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS107d ago

Singapore Airlines Confirms Airbus A380 Flights On This Major New Route [Map]

Singapore Airlines plans to launch daily A380 flights from Singapore to Dubai on March 28, 2027.
The A380 deployment has been repeatedly delayed due to the ongoing war in Iran.
The 471-seat A380 will operate daily, with flights departing Singapore at 2:40 PM and Dubai at 7:45 PM.
Between June 2025 and May 2026, Singapore Airlines had an 18% share of the local SIN-DXB market, with 296,000 round-trip passengers.
Most passengers on Singapore Airlines' SIN-DXB flights were local point-to-point travelers, not connecting passengers.

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Simple Flying · 107d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS107d ago

AECOM selected to design New Lisbon Airport

AECOM was selected to design the New Lisbon Airport (Luis de Camões Airport) in Portugal.
The new airport will replace Humberto Delgado Airport, which has limited expansion potential.
The site is located in Benavente and Montijo, partially on the Alcochete firing range across the Tagus River.
AECOM will lead the preliminary design with local Portuguese partners, providing technical and project management services.
The project aims to boost regional economic growth, tourism, and connectivity for Portugal.

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The Globe and Mail · 107d ago

GROUND TRANSPORT106d ago

Curitiba street to have blockade for three months

Rua Oliveira Viana in Curitiba's Hauer neighborhood gets a new traffic blockade starting Tuesday, July 28.
The blockade, between Alcino Guanabara and Waldemar Kost streets, is expected to last three months, weather permitting.
The closure is due to Novo Inter 2 project works; residents will still have access to the section under construction.
Drivers are advised to use Rua Padre Dehon or alternative routes; the work includes excavation, earthworks, and concrete paving.
The Novo Inter 2 lots 3.1 and 3.2 are 50% complete, covering about 11 km of road upgrades across 15 streets and a new bridge.

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Google Notícias — Curitiba (cobertura local) · 106d ago · translated from Portuguese

GOOD NEWSHOUSING & RENTALS107d ago

Proposed special mechanisms for the over 400 trillion VND land reclamation urban area in Da Nang.

Vietnam proposes special mechanisms for a reclaimed-land urban area in Da Nang worth over 400,000 billion VND.
The project spans about 1,500 hectares and aims to become a world-class coastal city for long-term residents.
Strategic investors could skip zoning plans and architectural competitions, and transfer up to 50% of built infrastructure.
Foreigners may own up to 5% of apartments and 250 houses per 10,000 people, with 70-year terms.
Reviewers warn against waiving design competitions and foreign ownership hikes, urging full impact assessments.

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Vietnam.vn · 107d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS107d ago

Flydubai returns to Budapest from Friday

Flydubai resumes Dubai-Budapest flights from July 31, operating three times weekly on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
From October 25, the airline plans to operate daily flights between Dubai and Budapest.
Flights were suspended in early June due to scheduling and operational reasons, resuming at end of July.
The route had previously stopped in late February due to the Iran conflict and restarted on May 22 with three weekly flights.

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Telex · 107d ago · translated from Hungarian

NATURAL DISASTERS107d ago

Spain wildfires: is it safe to travel right now? Latest advice

The Times · 107d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS107d ago

More than a Bigger Airport: What Tbilisi’s $150 Million Expansion Says about Georgia’s Next Stage

Tbilisi Airport's $150 million expansion will double annual capacity from 5 to 10 million passengers by 2028.
The project includes 10 passenger boarding bridges, 7 remote aircraft stands, and expanded passport control and check-in facilities.
New commercial spaces will feature Georgian food and local products, reflecting a strategy to showcase national identity.
Passenger traffic at Tbilisi Airport grew 8% in Q1 2026, reaching over 1.09 million passengers.
The expansion is a response to sustained demand, aiming to improve passenger experience and national competitiveness.

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Georgia Today · 107d ago

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