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Marta studied Political Science and Media & Journalism at the Catholic University of Portugal (UCP) and has developed her journalistic career working for the Portuguese newspapers Diário de Notícias, Correio da Manhā and media outlets in Brussels. She is a reporter for Travel Tomorrow, and is also engaged in delivering communications services and EU policy research for different consultancies in Brussels. A former Blue Book trainee of the European Commission, Marta has a keen interest in EU and global affairs, and experience in reporting and interpreting information. Whenever she can, Marta loves traveling, exploring nature and learning about regenerative agriculture. She is also quite enthusiastic about space ventures and the cosmos.

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12 October 2022

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What are the countries leading the wind energy transition?

Wind power sits at the heart of the energy transition for many countries. The race to build bigger and better wind turbines reflects the efforts of […]

12 October 2022

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Statue of Liberty’s crown finally reopens after more than 2 years

The Statue of Liberty closed for visitors in March 2020 and while parts of the monument have gradually opened over the last 2 years, the crown […]

12 October 2022

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Drought in the northern hemisphere 20 times more likely due to climate change

A new scientific study reinforces that drought across the northern hemisphere, which is becoming recurrent, is at least 20 times more likely as a result of […]

12 October 2022

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Honeywell introduces new ethanol-to-jet fuel technology

On Monday October 10th, Honeywell announced a new ethanol-to-jet fuel (ETJ) processing technology that allows producers to convert corn-based, cellulosic, or sugar-based ethanol into sustainable aviation […]

12 October 2022

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Wealthiest 10% responsible for 48% of greenhouse gas emissions, study finds

The top 1% of emitters are responsible for nearly a quarter of all emissions contributing to global warming, a new study published in Nature Sustainability reveals. […]

11 October 2022

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Friuli Venezia Giulia to reimburse travelers who visit the region

The Italian region of Friuli Venezia Giulia is offering a refund of the train ticket and a free FVGcard to access museums, exhibitions and cultural activities. […]

11 October 2022

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Why throwing starfish into the ocean is important

I was reminded of the Starfish Story by a recent post by Sarah Habsburg recounting a lesson from a seven year old. Times are tough, there […]

11 October 2022

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European Parliament revamps take-off and landing rules for the aviation sector

With air traffic increasing near to pre-pandemic levels, the European Parliament approved a gradual return to standard airport slots operating rules. While the take-off and landing […]

11 October 2022

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Portugal launches digital nomad visa program for remote workers

Portugal has announced a work visa designed for remote workers. The visa aims to let ‘digital nomads’ live and work in the country for up to […]

11 October 2022

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Brussels car parks must provide vehicle charging spots by 2025

All car parks in Brussels serving 10 cars or more must provide electric charging points by 2025, reports Belga. Both office and public car parks are […]

10 October 2022

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US starts screening travellers coming from Uganda for Ebola

An Ebola outbreak was declared in several districts of Uganda by the country’s Ministry of Health. As a result, the US announced on 6 October it […]

10 October 2022

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What is sleep tourism?

Going abroad to take care of your body and mind is a well known concept. Going on a trip to improve one’s sleep habits is, however, […]

10 October 2022

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US tourist throws 2000-year-old Vatican artefacts on the floor

An American-Egyptian tourist has damaged two 2000-year-old sculptures in the Vatican’s Museo Chiaramonti. Il Messagero newspaper reported that around lunchtime last Wednesday a man demanded to […]

10 October 2022

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Possible arson devastates Easter Island’s beloved Moai figures

A wildfire has damaged Easter Island’s iconic Polynesian ‘Moai’ statues and over 100 hectares of UNESCO World Heritage land, according to officials’ statements. News outlets are […]

10 October 2022

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UN aviation body reveals long-term aviation climate goal

After years of talks, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a body of the United Nations, reached a long-term aviation climate goal of net-zero by 2050. […]

10 October 2022

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Spain is the only European country keeping Covid entry rules

Most European Union/European Economic Area countries have lifted their special entry rules and measures for summer 2022, allowing arrivals from almost any country without restrictions from […]

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