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Switzerland – United Kingdom direct train moves closer as SBB-CFF-FFS, SNCF Voyageurs and Eurostar sign memorandum of understanding
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Switzerland – United Kingdom direct train moves closer as SBB-CFF-FFS, SNCF Voyageurs and Eurostar sign memorandum of understanding

A memorandum of understanding for a possible direct rail connection between Switzerland and London in the … Switzerland – United Kingdom direct train moves closer as SBB-CFF-FFS, SNCF Voyageurs and Eurostar sign memorandum of understandingRead more

by Timothy•11 May 202611 May 2026•6
European Parliament backs EU-wide ban on conversion therapy
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European Parliament backs EU-wide ban on conversion therapy

The European Parliament has voted to support a ban on conversion therapy across the European Union, … European Parliament backs EU-wide ban on conversion therapyRead more

by Timothy•30 April 202630 April 2026•5
STRAIT OF HORMUZ | Lufthansa Group cuts summer flights to save fuel amid rising costs
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STRAIT OF HORMUZ | Lufthansa Group cuts summer flights to save fuel amid rising costs

The Lufthansa Group is reducing its summer flight schedule by nearly one percent in available seat … STRAIT OF HORMUZ | Lufthansa Group cuts summer flights to save fuel amid rising costsRead more

by Timothy•23 April 202622 April 2026•20
BELGIUM | Train operator NMBS / SNCB to end on-board ticket sales from 1 July 2026
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BELGIUM | Train operator NMBS / SNCB to end on-board ticket sales from 1 July 2026

The NMBS / SNCB will definitively end the sale of train tickets on board from 1 … BELGIUM | Train operator NMBS / SNCB to end on-board ticket sales from 1 July 2026Read more

by Timothy•31 March 202631 March 2026•24
European Sleeper sets out vision for 40-route night train network across Europe, including London
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European Sleeper sets out vision for 40-route night train network across Europe, including London

European night train operator European Sleeper is aiming to build a vast network of overnight rail … European Sleeper sets out vision for 40-route night train network across Europe, including LondonRead more

by Timothy•29 March 202629 March 2026•34
SPARTACUS GAY TRAVEL INDEX 2026 | Belgium among the world’s safest destinations
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SPARTACUS GAY TRAVEL INDEX 2026 | Belgium among the world’s safest destinations

Belgium has been ranked among the most LGBTQIA+-friendly destinations in the world in the Spartacus Gay … SPARTACUS GAY TRAVEL INDEX 2026 | Belgium among the world’s safest destinationsRead more

by Timothy•14 March 202613 March 2026•55
SWITZERLAND | SBB CFF FFS reports record passenger numbers and punctuality in 2025, while warning over future investment needs
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SWITZERLAND | SBB CFF FFS reports record passenger numbers and punctuality in 2025, while warning over future investment needs

Switzerland’s national railway operator SBB CFF FFS carried a record number of passengers in 2025, achieving … SWITZERLAND | SBB CFF FFS reports record passenger numbers and punctuality in 2025, while warning over future investment needsRead more

by Timothy•12 March 202611 March 2026•19
Train Charter Services replaces Keolis as operator for GoVolta trains
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Train Charter Services replaces Keolis as operator for GoVolta trains

A week before the planned launch of GoVolta’s new international rail service from Amsterdam, Dutch rail … Train Charter Services replaces Keolis as operator for GoVolta trainsRead more

by Timothy•12 March 202611 March 2026•54
European Sleeper postpones Brussels–Cologne–Zurich–Milan night train to 9 September 2026
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European Sleeper postpones Brussels–Cologne–Zurich–Milan night train to 9 September 2026

The Dutch–Belgian cooperative European Sleeper has postponed the launch of its new Brussels–Cologne–Zurich–Milan night train to … European Sleeper postpones Brussels–Cologne–Zurich–Milan night train to 9 September 2026Read more

by Timothy•3 March 20263 March 2026•63
ITALY | Trenitalia unveils €2 billion investment plan and orders 74 new Frecciarossa high-speed trains
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ITALY | Trenitalia unveils €2 billion investment plan and orders 74 new Frecciarossa high-speed trains

Trenitalia is accelerating towards 2030 with a major €2 billion investment programme aimed at strengthening its … ITALY | Trenitalia unveils €2 billion investment plan and orders 74 new Frecciarossa high-speed trainsRead more

by Timothy•28 February 202625 February 2026•28
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