The island of Réunion is under a red alert as Cyclone Garance approaches, threatening strong winds, heavy rains, and significant swells. Schools are closed, and residents are urged to take precautions. Read more...

Recent travel news from Australia includes a security breach at Avalon Airport and the looming threat of Cyclone Alfred along the East Coast. Plus, a bizarre incident on a flight to Doha. Read more...

This week in science: exploring invertebrate sentience, tracking polar bears in Svalbard, reintroducing rare lichen, and observing triple cyclones in the South Pacific. Read more...

A global operation led by Europol has resulted in the arrest of at least 25 people involved in the distribution of AI-generated child abuse material. Separately, Reunion Island is reeling from a deadly cyclone. Read more...

This week in science: understanding the differences between cyclones, typhoons, and hurricanes, a new perspective on ecosystems, a genetic link to overeating, and the surprising source of toxic microplastics. Read more...

US intelligence supports Apple against UK encryption demands. Meanwhile, the EU faces internal debate over its future amidst international pressures. Read more...

A 19-year-old college student has been sentenced to community service after admitting to the rape of a 14-year-old in Jempol. The article also covers other recent news. Read more...

Tropical Cyclone Garance has brought devastation to Réunion Island, leaving at least three dead and causing widespread power outages. Residents were urged to stay indoors as wind gusts reached 230 km/h. Read more...

A roundup of global news: a Romanian politician faces charges, South Africa mourns a gay imam, and La Réunion struggles after a cyclone. Read more...

Scientists develop an e-Taste device for virtual flavors. Meanwhile, Tropical Cyclone Alfred intensifies, threatening Brisbane with heavy winds and potential landfall. Read more...

A roundup of business news including Paris real estate trends, a noisy restaurant closure in Bordeaux, and insurance costs for Cyclone Garance. Also, private investment for defense. Read more...

Cyclone Garance devastates Reunion Island, a US base renaming sparks controversy, and French politics see infighting. Stay informed with the latest updates. Read more...

A roundup of today's top stories, including a shocking murder case, the devastation of Cyclone Garance in Réunion, and a calm, sunny weekend forecast. Read more...

Recent travel news includes a family's RV trip across the US, a kayaker's alligator attack in Florida, a solo rower rescued at sea, and an analysis of US plane crash data. Read more...

Brisbane faces potential flooding from Cyclone Alfred, while in Los Angeles, the former fire chief's appeal to regain her job after recent wildfires was rejected. Read more...

Australia faces a double whammy: a powerful cyclone threatens Queensland, while a teenager with a gun was apprehended on a Jetstar flight. British expats are urged to heed warnings. Read more...

This week's travel news covers a tourist incident in Thailand, a rare cyclone in Australia, a family moving to Singapore, and language learning tips. Read more...

Cyclone Garance brought heavy rain and winds over 200 km/h to Reunion Island, causing floods, building damage, and at least four deaths. The island is assessing the damage after the storm. Read more...

Macron confronts Putin's rhetoric while Valls focuses on overseas territories, announcing aid for La Réunion and seeking political agreements in New Caledonia. Read more...

A collection of recent blog posts including reader callouts on solo dining and marriage advice, a critique of the pistachio food trend, and updates on a cyclone in Australia. Read more...