Bird watchers report a drop in swift and swallow sightings as experts blame a freak Mediterranean storm that killed thousands of birds in April In April heavy winds over Greece forced migrating birds to be flown off course Thousands of these birds migrating from Africa were found dead in the streets UK bird surveys have … Read more
The European flag quiz that only 10% of Britons could score full marks on (with millennials performing worst) – see how many YOU can match to the correct country Generation Z (18-25) performed the best, with an average of 12 out of 15 Baby boomers scored 10 out of 15 on average, and Generation X … Read more
Mosquitoes carrying diseases such as dengue, zika and yellow fever could be common throughout parts of Europe by 2030 due to global warming, a study warns. Changes to traditional rainfall patterns and soaring temperatures will make more parts of the world viable homes for the mosquitoes. The insect, known by the scientific name Aedes aegypti as well … Read more
Exclusive for Mail on Sunday readers: Get a real taste of Greece with MasterChef’s Irini – join the TV competition’s 2019 winner for a delicious foodie tour of the Aegean By Mail on Sunday Reporter Published: 22:00 BST, 2 May 2020 | Updated: 22:00 BST, 2 May 2020 With its blue seas and countless beautiful … Read more
Millions of Britons could lose the right to a cash refund for cancelled flights with the EU set to change consumer rights and force fliers to accept vouchers instead Transport ministers from twelve EU member states are attempting to block consumers’ legal rights to a refund Ministers said an amendment to the rules would protect … Read more
Elle Fanning gives the FINGER on the poster for Hulu’s highly-fictionalized biopic on Catherine the Great By Cassie Carpenter For Dailymail.com Published: 23:43 BST, 23 April 2020 | Updated: 23:43 BST, 23 April 2020 SAG Award nominee Elle Fanning gave the middle finger on the poster for Hulu’s 10-episode satirical comedy miniseries on Catherine the … Read more
Group of 47 unaccompanied child migrants evacuated from refugee camps in Greece arrive in Germany The 47 minors, among them four girls, come from Afghanistan, Syria and Eritrea They landed in Hanover on a flight from Athens today and now face quarantine They were previously housed in refugee camps in Lesbos, Samos and Chios German … Read more
Archaeologists have unravelled the demise of a high-ranking warrior in Ancient Greece who underwent incredibly complex head and neck surgery 1,500 years ago. It is thought the male was a high-ranking Caballarius — a mounted archer or lancer — in the Grecian army whose life was ultimately ended by a fatal ear infection. Detailed analysis … Read more
The Armchair Traveller: Be dazzled by Italy and delve into Paris’s secret maze of tunnels – how to explore the world from the comfort of your home The Secret Catacombs Of Paris podcast explores the city’s underground tunnels Remind yourself of famous sights with the World Landmarks 1000-piece puzzle Film fans can fall in love … Read more