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President Donald Trump left the G-7 meeting in Canada a day early. Officials reversed guidance exempting some workplaces from immigration raids. Russia carried out a massive overnight attack on Kyiv.
CNN reports that the strike abruptly took place during a routine meeting. Gallery attendants, ticket agents and security refused to work in protest over uncontrollable crowds, understaffing and what was referred to by a union as an “untenable” working environment. No additional details were revealed.
As Europe's dream destinations hit their saturation point, locals are taking to the streets with a message: tourism has gone too far, Travel News News - Times Now
Protests may be returning this summer, but so are new ideas to make travel more sustainable, from smart tech to visitor taxes and travel rewards.
Overtourism is rattling cities across Europe, where some activists blame short-term rental companies like Airbnb for the rising cost of living.
Norway will introduce a 3% tourist tax from 2026 to tackle overtourism, fund local infrastructure, and preserve its natural beauty. Here’s what you need to know.
In the streets of Barcelona, demonstrators armed with water guns sprayed unsuspecting tourists as part of growing protests.
Spain's economy minister says the millions of tourists who visit the country every year present a challenge for Spain's residents that the government can no longer afford to ignore. Last year, Spain received a record 94 million international visitors,