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Increased volcanic activity detected in Greece's popular tourist island of Santorini
Increased volcanic activity in Greece’s famed tourist hotspot of Santorini has prompted the country’s civil protection minister to call a meeting with local and disaster response officialsABC News - 6h -
Irish tourist falls to his death while taking photos on Bulgaria mountain
In recent years, there have been multiple reports of tourists dying while taking photos of the scenery.CBS News - 1d -
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Irish tourist dies following fall at Bulgarian mountain ski resort
A 29-year-old man from Ireland has died in an accident above the Bansko ski resort in southern BulgariaABC News - 1d -
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Elephant tramples tourist to death in South Africa
The South African national parks agency asked people not to post images of the incident on social media.CBS News - 3d -
No, Spain isn't banning tourists. Here’s what to know before planning a trip
Spain attracted a record/whopping 94 million tourists last year, making the Southern European nation famous for its Mediterranean coastline and historic sites one of the most visited countries on ...ABC News - 3d -
Edinburgh becomes first 'tourist tax' city in Scotland
A tourist tax designed to raise £50m annually will be introduced to Edinburgh from next year.BBC News - 6d -
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Luxury brands urge return of UK tax-free tourist shopping
Watch and jewellery companies report double-digit falls in sales to foreign visitors since measure was abolished post-BrexitFinancial Times - 6d -
Sources: Irish's Golden back to Bengals as DC
Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden is expected to join the Bengals in the same role, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel on Wednesday.ESPN - Jan. 23 -
Brothers say Hawaii police framed them for tourist's 1991 murder
Albert "Ian" Schweitzer, who spent over two decades in prison for the killing of Dana Ireland, was released in 2023 based on new evidence.CBS News - Jan. 23 -
Irish loss 'falls on my shoulders,' Freeman says
Following a 34-23 loss to Ohio State in Monday's College Football Playoff title game, Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman told reporters, "We can't make mistakes. It falls on my shoulders. And as the ...ESPN - Jan. 21 -
AD: Irish prefer independence over vying for bye
Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua said the school prefers to remain independent even though the Irish are ineligible for byes under the current CFP model.ESPN - Jan. 18 -
Chinese Celebrities and Tourists Think Twice About Thailand
The brief abduction of a Chinese actor who was trafficked into Myanmar to work in a scam camp has rattled travelers from a country that Thailand relies on for tourism.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
Spain sets a new record with 94 million international tourists last year
Spain's Tourism Ministry says that a record 94 million international travelers visited Spain in 2024, the best year for tourism in the country since records startedABC News - Jan. 15 -
Dazzling Ice Castles draw tourists to New Hampshire, other states
An annual architectural celebration of ice is up and running again in New Hampshire and several other statesABC News - Jan. 13 -
Barcelona mayor turns tourist numbers into weapon against climate change
In the Spanish city of Barcelona, thousands of protestors took to the streets last year angry at the impact of millions of tourists on the lives of people who live there. But as the city also ...CBS News - Jan. 11 -
Buckeyes open as big favorites vs. Fighting Irish
Ohio State opened as a 9.5-point favorite over Notre Dame, a line that if it holds would be tied for the second-largest spread in a CFP national championship game.ESPN - Jan. 11 -
Barcelona uses its tourist tax to tackle the effects of climate change
Barcelona is one of the most visited cities in Europe. A small fee charged to visitors is helping the city address climate change.CBS News - Jan. 11 -
Yahoo Sports AM: The Irish fight on
In today's edition: Notre Dame wins Orange Bowl, ranking every Super Bowl matchup, the rise of Cade Cunningham, Australian Open preview, wild Ravens stat, and more.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 10 -
ATF investigates tourist accused of setting businesses on fire in Puerto Rico
Authorities in Missouri and Puerto Rico are investigating an incident where several businesses on the island were allegedly set on fire by a tourist from Missouri; videos of the alleged event have ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Mahout charged after elephant kills tourist in Thailand
Theerayut Inthaphudkij, 38, has been charged with negligence causing death, authorities say.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
Foreign tourists among three dead after Rottnest Island seaplane crash
Privately owned Cessna 208 Caravan 675 plane was carrying seven people when it crashed off Western Australia coast. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
WuXi Biologics to Sell Irish Vaccine Facility to Merck for $500 Million
WuXi Biologics’ move to sell the facility could strengthen the company’s cash flow and margins as it navigates global uncertainties.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7 -
Tourist killed by elephant while she was bathing animal at sanctuary
A stressed elephant killed a Spanish tourist while she was bathing the animal at a sanctuary in southern Thailand, police said.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Ripe for the picking? Irish wine on the up – but ‘nobody will retire rich’
Global heating has made conditions more favourable for growing grapes – and finding the right variety is key. Heard the one about Irish wine? Like its English counterpart, it is no longer a joke, ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
Steep costs of Irish reunification deter Dublin despite tax windfall
Ending division between north and south could lead to €20bn bill every year for two decadesFinancial Times - Jan. 5 -
Irish hurry CFP prep with 2 fewer days than PSU
Coach Marcus Freeman says Notre Dame will treat this week like any other game week but that the Irish have to "expedite the preparation" with two fewer days to get ready than Penn State for the ...ESPN - Jan. 4 -
Buoyed by transfers, Irish knock UGA out of CFP
Notre Dame got starring performances from transfers such as QB Riley Leonard in Thursday's 23-10 win over Georgia in a CFP quarterfinal, giving the Irish one of their biggest victories in decades.ESPN - Jan. 3 -
Bodies of British woman and South African fiance found in Vietnam tourist villa
No evidence of physical trauma on Greta Marie Otteson and Arno Els Quinton, who were found in separate rooms . The bodies of a British woman and her fiance have been discovered in separate rooms at ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
Irish shut down Georgia to reach CFP semifinals
Carried by its defense and special teams, Notre Dame made enough big plays to topple No. 2 Georgia 23-10 in the Sugar Bowl and reach the semifinals of the College Football Playoff.ESPN - Jan. 2 -
Irish mourn attack while preparing to face UGA
Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman said his team is processing the attack that killed 15 people while still preparing to win a critical game.ESPN - Jan. 2 -
Naples, Italy: A Popular Tourist Destination Suffering from Violence and Unemployment
The southern Italian city has become fashionable for tourists, models and actors in a social media age. Yet it remains merciless for many of its youth.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
At Trevi Fountain in Rome, Tourists’ Coins Go to Good Cause
Who gets to spend the millions of euros in change tossed into the Roman landmark?The New York Times - Jan. 1
