Whanganui gains a Spanish sibling: Mar Menor given legal rights
The law codifies the lagoon's right "to exist as an ecosystem and to evolve naturally".
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Exclusive: Grant Dalton wants lead-in America's Cup event in Auckland
Dalton has asked the Auckland Council CEO for a discussion with "someone sensible".
Passengers 'taken hostage' by plane that landed in wrong country
Many did not realise what had happened until the plane landed.
Streets turn red as annual battle returns to Spanish town
The hour-long fight makes a mess of the town and it's residents.
Spain passes law requiring 'freely expressed' consent for sex
New York Times: The law comes in the wake of a notorious gang rape six years ago.
Brazen Barcelona thief caught by live TV interview
Petty crime levels are back on par with pre-pandemic records.
Watch: Thief steals bag during live TV broadcast on Barcelona beach
The owner was left desperately searching for his bag.
Squat and ride: Romania rewards exercise with travel passes
It's the summer of free public transport, but Romania wants you to earn your fare.
Heathrow owner explores jettison options to escape chaos
Owner might eject: Airport blames a lack of ground handling staff for its issues.
The 10 worst places for pickpockets in the world
Keep an eye on your backpack while travelling around these popular spots.
Burning Up: How heat waves are transforming tourism
Rome in July could be sidelined for Stockholm in October as tourists try beat the heat.
Europe travellers warned as two more airlines threaten to strike
If you're heading to Europe it may pay to check who you're flying with.
Models 'furious' body positivity ad edited out prosthetic leg
The body positivity campaign has been slammed as 'wrong and gross on many levels'.
Exhausted horse collapses after pulling tourists around in 40C heat
Locals are seen yelling at tourists who refuse to get off the cart to help.
Posters encouraging plus-size women to visit beach prompts backlash
The Spanish government recently launched a summer advertising campaign.
Summer is ours too! All bods are 'beach bods' says Spanish Gov
The atypical design shows women with mastectomy scars, cellulite enjoying the beach.
Europe's wildfire threat eases but blaze grows in Slovenia
Slovenia is facing one of the biggest wildfires in its history.
'Absolute hell': UK burns on hottest ever day
London Fire Brigade declared a 'major incident' as large fires raged across the capital.
Olé: Top Spanish chef arrives in New Zealand (via Melbourne)
The Spaniard first ignited Australia's love-affair with tapas food in 2003.
Panic as Spanish train passengers stuck in wildfires
"It suddenly became night and we could even smell the smoke."
Wildfire flames reach the beach in Spain and France
Wildfires are raging over beaches as Europe endures an unusually extreme heat wave.
Fireplane pilot dies in Portugal
A heatwave spreading across Europe is fuelling wildfires in Portugal, France and Spain.
Suite Zero: Ibiza hotel offers partygoers free stays, there's a catch
An $800-a-night Art hotel is offering room for free but it's 'not for wallflowers'.
Running of the Dinosaurs: Bizarre protest hits Pamplona bull run
This year tourists and irate cows weren't the strangest creatures to run the course.
Thousands celebrate the return of Spain's Bull Run festival
After a two-year hiatus, the controversial festival is back.
Monkeypox cases triple in Europe
More than 5000 cases have been reported from 51 countries worldwide.
Ardern announces visas for Spaniards
Jacinda Ardern has announced an expanded visa scheme for Spain.
Ardern begins Europe trip, meeting with Spanish, French leaders
Jacinda Ardern will begin her European trip meeting two old friends.
Where I'd Rather Be: Relaxing in style in Ibiza
It's not just nightlife, Ibiza is also a great spot for vegan foodies and beach-lovers
Spanish police chopper busts Porsche 911 at huge speed
A tourist taking a sports car on the ultimate test drive got more than they bargained for.
Tourists to face $1250 fine for 'gross' act
Tourists in Spain's Vigo region have been told to not do this or face whopping fines.
Need a quick wee in the sea? Spanish town says no more
A wee in the sea can now cost people up to 750 euros in Vigo, Spain.
Camino pilgrims offer lifeline to rural Spain's villages
With daily hikers outnumbering residents tenfold, the impact is huge.
Unusual heat wave blasts Spain, Germany
Over 25,000ha have been consumed in Zamora as the heatwave blasts Europe.