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Mauricio Ruiz is a writer and journalist who has lived in the US, Belgium, Mexico and Norway. His work has appeared in Words Without Borders, CatapultThe CommonThe RumpusElectric LiteratureJMWWRiver TeethLiteral Magazine, among others. He's been shortlisted for the Bridport Prize and Myriad Editions Competition in the UK, as well as the Fish Short Story Prize in Ireland. He has received fellowships from OMI writers (NY), Société des auteurs (Belgium), Jakob Sande (Norway), Can Serrat (Spain), and the Three Seas' Council (Rhodes). His second book, Silencios al sur, was published in early 2017, and his work has partially been translated into Dutch and French. Mauricio Ruiz can be followed on Twitter and Instagram.

11 May 2022

Did you know these low-cost ovens made with mirrors produce no carbon emissions?

Solar cookers use mirrors to concentrate the sun’s energy. To cook food they work even under slightly overcast skies. Solar cookers are cheap and they eliminate […]
10 May 2022

Emirates launches full Premium Economy Experience

The new cabin class, which offers luxurious seats, more legroom, and a service to rival many airlines’ business offering, will be available to Emirates customers travelling […]
10 May 2022

What’s a honeymoon renewal and why is it trending?

Let’s be honest. When planning a wedding, promising our love for each other is – of course – the most important part to think about. It’s […]
10 May 2022

Vietnam seeks more sustainable tourism alternatives after reopening borders

Vietnam is trying to promote eco-tourism and preserve Indigenous culture in Dien Bien Phu, a network of small dwellings set in traditional stilt houses. The houses […]
10 May 2022

European Parliament demands return of 400 stolen airplanes

A recent communication from the European Parliament shows MEPs applauding European transport and tourism operators for helping refugees from Ukraine, demanding Russia returns the 400 stolen […]
10 May 2022

More wealthy Americans see ‘golden passports’ as a likely option in uncertain times

The shortage of food and raw materials is starting to be felt across Europe. How long will the Russian invasion last, and what other side effects […]
10 May 2022

Delays expected across European airports as travel demand increases

The recovery of demand in the European airline industry coupled with staff shortages threaten the smooth running of operations this summer 2022. Airports Council International Europe […]
10 May 2022

Could Spain follow Elon Musk’s advice and deliver energy for all of Europe?

In early April, Elon Musk tweeted that Spain could supply energy to the whole of Europe by building “a massive solar array”. Spain’s president, Pedro Sánchez, […]
9 May 2022

Interrail releases half-price passes to celebrate its 50th anniversary

Since 1972, the Interrail Pass has been the most flexible way for European travellers to connect with their friends, families and discover the continent on multi-destination […]
9 May 2022

Touring in the EU made easier for British bands

The pandemic has made things difficult for artists worldwide. The closing of concert venues, impossibility of travelling and band or staff members being sick have left […]
9 May 2022

1 euro houses in Sicily attract buyers from across the Atlantic

A house for one euro. This is what has been happening in Sicily in recent years attracting buyers from other countries, especially the United States. In […]
9 May 2022

Tourism sector in Italy to get a financial boost from the European Commission

The European Commission has approved a €129 million Italian scheme to support the tourism sector in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic. 1. Financial support The […]
9 May 2022

TUI Belgium cancels flights to Bulgaria due to war in Ukraine

The tour operator TUI Belgium decided to cancel all its flights to Bulgaria until the end of June due to the war in Ukraine. Since the […]
9 May 2022

Japan may reopen to foreign tourists in June

Japan’s prime minister Fumio Kishida said that Japan could reopen to foreign visitors in June. Japan aims to ease its border control restrictions and reopen its […]
9 May 2022

Orthodox Jewish passengers barred from boarding a Lufthansa flight

On Wednesday May 4, a group of Orthodox Jews who were praying before a Lufthansa flight were forbidden to board by the German airline, reported Hamodia, […]
6 May 2022

Airbus plans to increase jet production by 50% in the next 3 years

With its first quarter report, Airbus announced record jet output goals, with a 50% planned increase in the narrowbody jet output, a key aircraft of the […]
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