Health insurance built for nomads

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.

Read the full article on European Western Balkans

European Western Balkans · 47d ago

GOOD NEWSGROUND TRANSPORT48d 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.

Read the full article on VnExpress International

VnExpress International · 48d ago

GOOD NEWSSAFETY47d ago

VIDEO: Phnom Penh Police Commissioner orders crackdown on ‘Chief 07 Tigers’ gang

Phnom Penh Police Commissioner ordered a crackdown on the 'Chief 07 Tigers' gang after a violent attack.
The gang severely beat two young men on Norodom Boulevard at around 1am on Sunday.
One victim was seriously injured in the assault, which was widely shared on social media.
The video sparked public outrage and calls for legal action against the perpetrators.

Read the full article on Khmer Times

Khmer Times · 47d ago

FLIGHTS & AIRPORTS47d ago

AirAsia X Suspends Direct Kuala Lumpur to Tashkent Flights From September 2, 2026, Disrupting Malaysia–Uzbekistan Travel Plans With No Restart Date Announced — New Travel Alert

AirAsia X suspends direct Kuala Lumpur–Tashkent flights from September 2, 2026.
No restart date has been announced; the suspension is open-ended.
The route is removed from the booking system; no new tickets can be purchased.
Affected passengers should contact AirAsia X for rebooking or refund options.
Travelers must use connecting flights via regional hubs, increasing journey times.

Read the full article on Nomad Lawyer

Nomad Lawyer · 47d ago

GOOD NEWSGROUND TRANSPORT47d 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.

Heads up: the original article is in Portuguese. This summary is the English version we made for you. Most browsers can also translate the full page when you open it.

Read the full article on Google Notícias — São Paulo (cobertura local) (in Portuguese)

Google Notícias — São Paulo (cobertura local) · 47d ago · translated from Portuguese

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS47d 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.

Read the full article on Tuoi Tre News | The News Gateway to Vietnam

Tuoi Tre News | The News Gateway to Vietnam · 47d ago

COST OF LIVING47d 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.

Read the full article on WageIndicator

WageIndicator · 47d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS47d 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.

Read the full article on Danang Fantasticity

Danang Fantasticity · 47d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS48d 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.

Read the full article on vietnamnews.vn

vietnamnews.vn · 48d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS48d ago

Air Cairo launches new direct services between Egypt and Athens

eKathimerini.com · 48d ago

GROUND TRANSPORT47d 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.

Read the full article on Caliber.Az

Caliber.Az · 47d ago

GOOD NEWSGROUND TRANSPORT48d 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.

Heads up: the original article is in Portuguese. This summary is the English version we made for you. Most browsers can also translate the full page when you open it.

Read the full article on Google Notícias — São Paulo (cobertura local) (in Portuguese)

Google Notícias — São Paulo (cobertura local) · 48d ago · translated from Portuguese

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS48d 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.

Read the full article on Simple Flying

Simple Flying · 48d ago

CITY LIFE & OPENINGS47d ago

Hanoi Chairman takes action against contractor at over 5 trillion VND project.

Hanoi's chairman inspected a 5,249 billion VND expressway project linking National Highway 21 to the Hanoi-Hoa Binh expressway.
The Thang Long Boulevard expressway section is about 6.7 km long with 4 bridges and 5 underpasses.
Land clearance for the expressway is largely done, with 101.19 hectares handed over so far.
The chairman criticized contractors for dividing the project into small sections, reducing coordination efficiency.
Contractors were told to focus maximum manpower and machinery on construction without weather excuses.

Read the full article on Vietnam.vn

Vietnam.vn · 47d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS48d 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.

Read the full article on The Globe and Mail

The Globe and Mail · 48d ago

GOOD NEWSGROUND TRANSPORT47d ago

Ho Chi Minh City set to boost public transit with 5-minute walk access, night buses

Ho Chi Minh City plans bus stops and metro stations within a 300-500 meter walk for all residents.
Public transit should cover 15-20% of daily travel by 2030, with all intra-city buses on green energy by 2027.
New feeder buses will connect suburbs to metro lines, water buses, and bike-share stations.
Night buses, free downtown routes, and on-demand transit are being studied.
Discounted or free fares are planned for students, industrial workers, and government staff.

Read the full article on Tuoi Tre News | The News Gateway to Vietnam

Tuoi Tre News | The News Gateway to Vietnam · 47d ago

CITY LIFE & OPENINGS48d 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.

Heads up: the original article is in Thai. This summary is the English version we made for you. Most browsers can also translate the full page when you open it.

Read the full article on Thairath Online (ไทยรัฐ) — largest-circulation national daily (in Thai)

Thairath Online (ไทยรัฐ) — largest-circulation national daily · 48d ago · translated from Thai

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS47d ago

Flydubai Restores Budapest Service, with Daily Flights Planned for Winter Season

Flydubai resumes direct flights between Dubai and Budapest starting July 31, 2026.
Initially three weekly flights, increasing to daily from October 25, 2026.
Round-trip Economy fares from Budapest start at 182,900 forints (509 euros).
Through Emirates codeshare, passengers access over 120 destinations globally.
Flights are operated by Boeing 737 aircraft, with flexible stopover options in Dubai.

Read the full article on Hungary Today

Hungary Today · 47d ago

Even older stories →

Headlines pulled from public news feeds and featured publications, newest first. Items marked translated are machine-translated from the original language. We link straight to the source and do not vet or endorse it. Read the source before you trust it.

Imiskoumbria 'flooded' the port of Thessaloniki – The audience was singing and shouting 'more'

Health insurance built for nomads

Local eSIMs in 200+ countries

Crypto pulse

Today on the wire

Thailand - Planning an overseas trip? These 5 countries changed visa rules for Indians

Cabinet backs VAT cut extension to 2027

Montenegro introduces visas for citizens of Belarus, China, Russia, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye

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

VIDEO: Phnom Penh Police Commissioner orders crackdown on ‘Chief 07 Tigers’ gang

AirAsia X Suspends Direct Kuala Lumpur to Tashkent Flights From September 2, 2026, Disrupting Malaysia–Uzbekistan Travel Plans With No Restart Date Announced — New Travel Alert

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

Da Lat airport to reopen next month

Argentina Inflation: Cost of Living Amid Hyperinflation

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

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

Air Cairo launches new direct services between Egypt and Athens

Barcelona metro fire leaves 137 people with smoke inhalation

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

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

Hanoi Chairman takes action against contractor at over 5 trillion VND project.

AECOM selected to design New Lisbon Airport

Ho Chi Minh City set to boost public transit with 5-minute walk access, night buses

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

Flydubai Restores Budapest Service, with Daily Flights Planned for Winter Season

Got a story for us?