Author: overtheborders

A group of 14 young Ugandan and Kenyan performers scheduled to arrive in Australia forced their cultural charity tour to cancel and were denied entry.The group was scheduled to perform as part of an Ubuntu Africa tour hosted by Kwaya Australia, a nonprofit organization that promotes cultural exchange and education for children in Ugandan through music and outreach.Kwaya Australia had planned a schedule for an eight-week event aimed at promoting cultural understanding and raising funds for African youth programs. Previously, they successfully ran five national tours under the same initiative.They were scheduled to leave Africa to Australia this Friday.Dreams have…

As they flew south along the Potomac River on the gusty night of Jan. 29, the crew aboard an Army Black Hawk helicopter attempted to execute a common aviation practice. It would play a role in ending their lives.Shortly after the Black Hawk passed over Washington’s most famous array of cherry trees, an air traffic controller at nearby Ronald Reagan National Airport alerted the crew to a regional passenger jet in its vicinity. The crew acknowledged seeing traffic nearby.One of the pilots then asked for permission to employ a practice called “visual separation.” That allows a pilot to take control…

With summer approaching soon, many people are trying to solidify their holiday plans, and one Caribbean gem should be on your radar. With its sun-drenched beaches, vibrant culture and rhythmic heartbeat, Cuba has plenty to offer to holiday makers.Cuba boasts some of the most pristine beaches in the world. A short drive from the capital Havana, Varadero boasts 20 kilometres of powdery white sand and turquoise waters. It was named by Condé Nast travelers as one of the best beaches in the world.For those seeking tranquility, the Canaleos Islands offer secluded islands like Cayo Largo, famous for its pristine coral…

A cafe in Paris, France, is known to offer cheap wines that posed as an expensive alternative, research reveals. Cafes and bistros in the French capital are not only replacing high-end wines with cheaper alternatives, but also cheating customers, including visitors to the city, by charging for quality rates. The survey found that wines such as Premium Chablis, which sell for around 9 euros (over 10 pounds) per glass, are being traded for wines like Sauvignon, which costs around 5 euros (less than 6 pounds) per glass. The survey was conducted by the French newspaper Le Parisien, and included two…

South Africa, April 22, 2025 – The long-awaited Netflix documentary Pangolin: Release of Kulu's Journey on April 21 – Academy Award Winner Pippa Ehrlich (My Octopus Teacher) – Global awareness of one of the world's most trafficked and constant animals is growing. Pangolin.Africa, a leading nonprofit dedicated solely to protecting pangolins in Africa, is struggling to turn awareness into action. “We know from experience that awareness is the first step, but that requires urgent, informed action to follow,” says Toby Jermyn, founder of Pangolin.africa. “The Kul's story will open up. We are here to help people take the next step…

British tourists are facing daily charges to access the Italian city of Venice on a specific date this year. A popular holiday hotspot spread across more than 100 small islands in Adriatic lagoons, has introduced access fees charged to visitors as an alternative to tourism tax.Fees must be paid by anyone who enters the municipality of Venice or the ancient city of other islands of Venetian Aragoon, but only on certain days of 2025.Città di Venezia explains: “When you arrive in Venice in an age where bookings are scheduled, you will find a security officer at your access point to…

The Anti-Poaching K9 Camp has officially opened at Mdluli Safari Lodge in Kluger National Park, enhancing conservation efforts in the area. Launched International Earth Day 2025, the facility serves as a hub for rangers and specialist sniffer dogs to work together to combat wildlife crime. The camp is located under the newly established Mdluli Conservation and Anti-Survey Reserve, near Pretorius Cop, and is now possible through funding from Italian donors, including tour operator IL Diamante. This initiative has already brought results. Four arrests, training more than 40 rangers, and removal of nearly 3,000 snares and 150 alien plants. Partners involved…

In a few minutes, the once beautiful city became a ghost town. Now it's a dark tourist heaven. Montserrat is a mountainous island in the Caribbean and is an overseas territory of the UK. Plymouth was the capital until 1995, and devastating volcanic eruptions tore the island apart, causing mass evacuation. The residents were initially returning to town, but two years later the second eruption destroyed most of the city, and was the last nail in its future ffin. The Soufrière Hills volcano erupted in July 1995, dropping thermal currents and ash over most of the island.Volcanologists have long warned…

With the warm moon coming soon, there's no more time to go outside and make the most of the UK's outdoors. Enjoy pints after walking in gentle green hills, panoramic views of the British coast, and charming villages. There are many day trips that can be easily made without a car.There is no shortage of scenic hiking routes to explore in the UK, but some are farther away than others and require a few days of walks. If driving is not an option, or if you simply push time and can't afford a few days, there are also day trips…

Zanzibar is working to eliminate malaria as it aims to strengthen the ambitions of the local tourism industry and the blue economy. Under the guidance of Dr Hussein Ali Mwinini and the Zanzibar End Malaria Council, the islands entered the pre-escape phase, with local malaria transmission diminishing to a historically low level. Authorities emphasize that collective action in which government, private sector and community stakeholders are at the forefront of the initiative is essential to maintaining progress in avoiding revival. Authorities have directly linked the elimination of malaria to economic resilience, health safety and visitor trust. Tourism is a major…