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Armand Duplantis breaks pole vault world record for 13th time, clears 6.29m in Budapest
News9 Live
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August 13, 2025
Others Sports News Sweden's pole vault Armand Duplantis cleared 6.29 metres at the Gyulai Istvan Memorial in Budapest, and broke the world record for the 13th time in his illustrious career on Tuesday, August 12. Armand Duplantis broke the men’s...
world 'Cooked alive': Europe's wildfires hit tourism spots and forests
Asiaone
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August 13, 2025
MADRID/PODGORICA — Firefighters across Spain, Portugal, Greece, Turkey and the Balkans were battling wildfires on Tuesday (Aug 12), with another heatwave pushing temperatures above 40 deg C across parts of Europe. Global warming is giving the...
Top Hungary news: Trump asked PM Orbán about Ukraine, Revolut expansion, Budapest-USA flight – 12 August, 2025
Daily News Hungary
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August 12, 2025
Photo: depositphotos.com We’ve rounded up the top Hungary news: Trump asked PM Orbán about Ukraine’s chances, Revolut plans expansion in Hungary, Budapest-USA flight details, Péter Magyar about Russian ties, new free Danube beach. Trump asked...
Vietnam welcomes 12.2 million visitors amid strong tourism growth
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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August 12, 2025
Vietnam recorded 12.2 million visitors in January–July 2025, driven by strong European growth, open visa policies, and targeted promotions. In July 2025, Vietnam recorded 1.56 million international tourist arrivals, representing a 35.7% increase...
Europe grapples with 'nightmare' wildfires, alerts issued for tourist hotspots
News.Az
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Firefighters have successfully contained a devastating wildfire near Madrid, which claimed one life and led to the evacuation of 180 people. It comes amid a swarm of heatwaves across Europe, News.Az reports citing foreign media. A heatwave...
Scottish travel agent launches river cruise amid 'unprecedented demand'
The Herald (Scotland)
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August 12, 2025
The eight-day journey will set sail on August 25 next year, cruising through the heart of European destinations including Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna and Munich. Barrhead Travel said: “The exclusive sailing with APT’s premium brand, Travelmarvel,...
Mary Robinson travels to Rafah Crossing and says Israel deliberately blocking Gaza aid
Irish Independent
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Robinson’s visit comes following Tánaiste Simon Harris joint statement with EU counterparts Speaking to reporters on the Egyptian side of the closed border crossing point she said that some aid trucks are being rejected at the border “for no...
New free Danube beach has opened in Budapest! – PHOTOS, VIDEO
Daily News Hungary
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August 12, 2025
Budapest’s newest free Danube beach, the Duna-Fürdő Árasztó-part in Újbuda, officially opened today. The new public beach in District XI is now the third spot along the Danube within the capital where locals can take a dip. We’ll also tell you...
Mark English breaks 800m National Record in Budapest by over half a second
DonegalLive
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August 12, 2025
Mark English has smashed his own Irish National Record in the 800m in Budapest. The Finn Valley athlete set a time of 1:43.37 at the Gyulai István Memorial - a World Athletics Gold level meet. English finished second behind Kenyan athlete Laban...
Kimi Antonelli’s girlfriend Eliska Babickova shares poolside snap from their Greece vacation
The Times of India
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August 12, 2025
Kimi Antonelli is vacationing with girlfriend Eliska Babickova (Image credit: Instagram) Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli is making the most of the three-week summer break in his debut F1 season. The 18-year-old is currently enjoying a vacation in...
Alerts and insurance: How to prepare for a summer holiday in Europe’s wildfire-prone destinations
Euronews
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August 12, 2025
This summer has seen dozens of heatwaves bake Europe, creating prime conditions for wildfires to break out. An area almost the size of Luxembourg has been burnt by blazes so far this year. Experts warn that climate change is exacerbating the...
The surprising country named Europe’s most popular holiday destination this summer
Time Out
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Picture the summer holidays, and it’s likely gold, sandy beaches and calm blue waters spring to mind. However, it seems that as temperatures soar, city breaks are becoming a summer go-to, for adventure and, dare we say it, air-con. According to...
Scandal deepens in Hungary over Orbán’s country estate and exotic animal park
EUToday
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August 12, 2025
52Hungary is grappling with a fresh political storm centred on the Orbán family’s redevelopment at Hatvanpuszta, a former manor near Alcsútdoboz. What began as a domestic dispute over the nature of the site has grown into a broader test of...
New Bathing Spot Opens on the Danube in Budapest
Hungary Today
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August 12, 2025
A new bathing spot will open on the Danube in the capital. The Duna-fürdő Árasztó-part is scheduled to welcome bathers from noon after its opening on August 12. With the creation of the new free beach, the capital aims to make the Danube riverbank...
American Airlines to Restore Budapest–Philadelphia Direct Flights in May 2026
Rus Tourism News
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August 12, 2025
After years of absence, Budapest will once again have a direct air link to North America. Starting 21 May 2026, American Airlines will resume its nonstop service between the Hungarian capital and Philadelphia—its first direct route to Budapest...
Qantas drops massive flight sale following changes to points system, plus more travel deals
Nine
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August 12, 2025
Nine may receive commission when you purchase from some of the links on our site. Australia's national carrier is back again with a huge sale, this time slashing prices on over a million domestic seats. Qantas is offering sale fares across 60...
New Budapest–USA flight: exciting new details have emerged, surge of tourists to Hungary expected
Daily News Hungary
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August 12, 2025
After more than six years, direct air service between Hungary and the United States is set to resume. Tickets are now available for American Airlines’ nonstop flights launching next May, though the prices appear steep for the Hungarian purse....
'Most underrated city in Europe' rivals Prague and Budapest but is way cheaper
Plymouth Herald
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August 12, 2025
If you're mulling over a jaunt to a European spot that's off the beaten track, you might want to cast your eye towards a city that an intrepid traveller has dubbed the "most underrated" on the continent. Beck Hassen, who shares his global...
Hidden gem European city is beautiful like Budapest and Prague – but has way less crowds
Liverpool Echo
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August 12, 2025
If you're contemplating an escape to a European location that offers something different from the usual, you might want to consider a city that one seasoned traveller has dubbed the "most underrated" across the continent. Beck Hassen, who...
Budapest Street Closures Begin Early for 20 August National Holiday
XpatLoop
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Major traffic restrictions are already in place in Budapest ahead of Hungary’s 20 August national holiday, with some closures starting as early as 9 August and lasting until 23 August. The measures, introduced by police to accommodate event...