South African low-cost carrier Lift has secured membership in the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a key milestone that validates its business model and facilitates its planned regional expansion into Mauritius and Reunion.
Drivers across the Southeast are feeling the pinch as average pump prices in the Lower Atlantic region rose to $2.75 per gallon this week, continuing an upward trend that analysts link to seasonal demand and refinery adjustments.
The iconic blue-and-white village of Sidi Bou Said, a jewel of Tunisia's cultural heritage, is grappling with severe landslide risks after unprecedented rainfall. Experts warn that urgent conservation measures are needed to prevent irreversible damage to its historic slopes, as climate change and urban pressure compound the crisis.
The Eurozone economy expanded by 1.5% in 2025, outpacing forecasts despite ongoing trade tensions with the US, as a recovery in Germany and robust growth in Spain helped offset a slowdown in France.
A fatal shark attack on a 13-year-old boy at a popular Brazilian beach has reignited concerns over coastal safety and led authorities to expand monitoring efforts along Pernambuco's coastline.
Preliminary Eurostat data reveals Spain and Portugal grew at more than double the eurozone average in Q4 2025, driven by resilient domestic demand and strategic advantages, while the broader bloc's recovery remains uneven.
