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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Disinfection measures started at the port of Thessaloniki for foot-and-mouth disease

Disinfection measures have begun at the port of Thessaloniki to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease in mainland Greece.

Mar 21 • 18:32 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Could Taiwan’s military continue to fight after an Iran-like decapitation?

Taiwanese military analysts are examining the implications of US-Israeli strikes on Iran's leadership to assess Taiwan's resilience in the face of potential decapitation strikes by the mainland.

Mar 21 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The storm 'Therese' brings heavy rain to the Canary Islands and extends to the southern peninsula

The storm 'Therese' is causing heavy rains in the Canary Islands and is expected to affect southern areas of mainland Spain over the weekend.

Mar 20 • 08:52 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

After Iran, is it now Pakistan's turn?

A US intelligence official warns that Pakistan is developing long-range missiles capable of reaching the US mainland, raising concerns among Americans.

Mar 19 • 15:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Which missile is Pakistan developing that is causing fear in America!

The United States is increasingly concerned about Pakistan's development of long-range ballistic missiles that could potentially reach the U.S. mainland.

Mar 19 • 09:22 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Start of research drilling due to the migration between land and islands

Research drilling has begun to investigate the migration of species between the mainland and nearby islands.

Mar 19 • 09:19 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

US assesses mainland China not planning to attack Taiwan in 2027

The US intelligence community reports that China does not currently plan to attack Taiwan by 2027 and aims to control the island without military force, amid rising tensions and military exercises in the region.

Mar 18 • 18:12 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Mainland China says Taiwan can ease Iran energy supply anxiety with peaceful reunification

China asserts that peaceful reunification with Taiwan could alleviate energy supply concerns for Iran and benefit Taiwan's economy and energy needs.

Mar 18 • 08:34 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Rare triple-hit cyclone possible to impact Qld, NT and WA

Cyclone Narelle is set to potentially make triple landfall on the Australian mainland, affecting Queensland, Northern Territory, and Western Australia with destructive winds and flooding.

Mar 17 • 19:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Weather: Change in the scenery with clouds and local rains

In Greece, increased cloud coverage with local rain showers and possible thunderstorms is expected today, especially in the Ionian Sea and western mainland.

Mar 16 • 05:22 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Guess says it will shut all mainland China stores amid retail rethink

US fashion brand Guess announces it will close all its stores in mainland China by the end of March, citing strategic issues and weak localization as key factors.

Mar 16 • 03:12 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Mainland-style oversight system could help Legco to deliver

The article discusses how a mainland-style oversight system could enhance the effectiveness of Hong Kong's Legislative Council under an executive-led governance framework.

Mar 16 • 01:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Dry road conditions will become wetter throughout the day

Dry weather conditions will transition to rain in the afternoon, affecting the islands first and then spreading to the mainland by evening.

Mar 15 • 07:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Rain will reach the mainland from the islands on Sunday

On Sunday, rain from the islands is expected to spread to the mainland, while the interior will remain clear and pleasantly warm.

Mar 14 • 13:21 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The state is looking for a new operator for four island ferry lines through a procurement process

Estonia is seeking a new operator for ferry lines connecting mainland to four islands through an international procurement process.

Mar 12 • 07:24 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinese firms with success in go-global efforts poised to reap profit rewards

Mainland Chinese firms are set to surpass their Hong Kong counterparts in earnings, driven by successful global expansions and rising commodity prices.

Mar 11 • 23:30 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Mainland Chinese see Taiwan positively, won’t retreat from US trade war: survey

A new survey reveals that mainland Chinese attitudes towards Taiwan have improved and they support a hardline approach to the US amid ongoing trade tensions.

Mar 10 • 20:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Soaring oil prices: 'Fishing boats facing losses'... island residents are struggling more

Rising oil prices, exacerbated by U.S. and Israeli tensions with Iran, are causing financial strain on island residents who already face higher fuel costs than those on the mainland.

Mar 10 • 10:32 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"In Tallinn, I feel more alone than here": what life is like on the island of Vormsi with a few hundred inhabitants and what keeps locals from moving to the mainland

The article explores the unique life of residents on the small Estonian island of Vormsi and the challenges they face, particularly highlighting their resilience during harsh winter conditions.

Mar 10 • 08:51 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Lower Mainland gas prices rise amid Iran conflict

Gas prices in the Lower Mainland have surged due to rising oil prices linked to military actions in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 9 • 20:51 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Stoltenberg: Expecting growth in GDP

The Norwegian government anticipates a 1.9% GDP growth for mainland Norway by 2027, with unemployment expected to remain at 4.5%.

Mar 9 • 09:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Weather: Few clouds and local rains - Temperature drop in the northern and eastern mainland

Today in Greece, a weather forecast indicates local rain in the western, central, and northern regions, with a drop in temperature expected.

Mar 9 • 05:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Rugged island at the 'world's end' frozen in time and with incredible cable car

Dursey Island in West Cork, Ireland, is a remote and tranquil destination with just six permanent residents and a unique cable car providing access to the mainland.

Mar 7 • 06:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Lean harder into Hong Kong-mainland China market ties, ‘two sessions’ delegates urge

Delegates at China's 'two sessions' have called for greater integration between Hong Kong and mainland China's financial markets to enhance resilience and promote yuan internationalization.

Mar 5 • 23:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Trump's Intervention: Is Iran Working on Weapons That Could Reach America?

Trump claims Iranian missiles could soon reach the American mainland, prompting military actions despite contradicting intelligence assessments.

Mar 5 • 18:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The crew of the car ferry encountered a poignant sight at sea – a tired nature creature was rescued

A car ferry crew in Finland rescued a struggling deer trapped in ice during a journey between the mainland and the Ã…land Islands.

Mar 5 • 14:52 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The New Lord of Savonlinna – Ding Ma, 37, is reportedly the first foreign-born municipal leader in Mainland Finland

Ding Ma has become the first foreign-born municipal leader in Mainland Finland, taking office as the mayor of Savonlinna.

Mar 3 • 15:18 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Aemet warns of the arrival of the Regina storm, with heavy rains and dust in the Canary Islands and the south and east of the peninsula

The Aemet has issued a warning about the impending Regina storm, which is expected to bring heavy rains and dust to the Canary Islands and parts of mainland Spain.

Mar 2 • 10:33 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Iran Death Toll Reaches At Least 200… CNN Reports Possibility of US Mainland Attack as Retaliation

A recent military escalation led by the US and Israel resulted in over 200 Iranian casualties, with Iran vowing to retaliate amidst fears of a prolonged conflict.

Mar 1 • 13:26 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Survey shows successful reintroduction of eastern quolls to mainland Australia

A recent survey indicates that eastern quolls, once extinct on mainland Australia, have successfully been reintroduced and are breeding in Victoria.

Mar 1 • 00:50 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Transport Administration opened a new ice road between Vormsi and the mainland on Friday

A new ice road has been opened by the Transport Administration for local use between the island of Vormsi and the mainland, aimed primarily at supporting residents' needs.

Feb 27 • 14:53 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO ⟩ Crazy House Café Like Kihnu: 556 Cars Drove to the Small Island in One Day

The winter ice road between Kihnu Island and the mainland has restored life and money to the island while significantly altering the daily rhythms of the locals.

Feb 27 • 12:05 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Saaremaa and Hiiumaa seek cheaper flights

Saaremaa and Hiiumaa are requesting the Ministry of Regional Affairs to lower the ticket prices for flights between the islands and the mainland to the levels of 2024, despite the government's already substantial subsidy.

Feb 27 • 10:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

What does Taiwanese leader William Lai’s rare ‘mainland China’ reference mean?

Taiwan's leader William Lai uses the term 'mainland China' at a meeting with Taiwanese businesspeople, signaling caution ahead of an imminent Xi-Trump summit.

Feb 27 • 01:58 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

According to Leis, Ruhnu will receive fuel and Vormsi will have a new ice road

Estonia's Infrastructure Minister Kuldar Leis announced the upcoming transportation of fuel to Ruhnu Island and the opening of a new ice road between Vormsi Island and the mainland.

Feb 26 • 14:53 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Ferry Tõll breaks the unofficial ice road between the mainland and Hiiumaa

The ferry Tõll, returning to service, will disrupt the unofficial ice road connecting the mainland to Hiiumaa during its route.

Feb 26 • 09:45 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The ferry Tõll returns to the line via the unofficial mainland-Hiiu ice road

The ferry Tõll is resuming service on the Virtsu-Kuivastu line using an unofficial ice road due to difficult ice conditions in the Irbe Strait.

Feb 26 • 09:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The fuel problem in Ruhnu will be resolved by an icebreaker and local rescuers

Residents of Ruhnu island face a serious fuel shortage as they make difficult choices about resource allocation amid disruptions caused by transportation links to the mainland.

Feb 25 • 22:01 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Fuel Supplies Running Low on Vormsi and Ruhnu Islands

Vormsi and Ruhnu islands are facing critical fuel shortages due to the closure of an official ice road, leaving them virtually without connection to the mainland.

Feb 25 • 16:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From toll charges to total interdiction: see curiosities about the Hercílio Luz Bridge, which turns 100 in 2026

The Hercílio Luz Bridge, a symbol of Florianópolis, celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026 and has served as a pivotal connection between Santa Catarina Island and the mainland.

Feb 22 • 09:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I spent 4 days travelling from UK to Europe’s most southern point and got nasty surprise'

A YouTuber showcases his challenging journey from Glasgow to the southernmost point of mainland Europe, only to find the destination gates locked upon arrival.

Feb 21 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Rain and Storms Across the Country Today - What Weather to Expect for Clean Monday

Rain and storms are forecasted across Greece today, particularly impacting the mainland and the eastern Aegean islands.

Feb 20 • 05:08 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Miracle or accident? The mystery of the Galápagos iguanas that appeared 1,000 km from their home, in Manabí

Marine iguanas, typically found only in the Galápagos Islands, have been discovered living on the mainland of Ecuador, raising questions among scientists.

Feb 19 • 15:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The devastating passage of severe weather with stormy winds and damage in mainland Greece and islands

Severe weather, characterized by stormy winds, has swept across many areas of Greece, causing significant damage and disruption to cities, islands, and rural areas.

Feb 18 • 21:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Spain's 'ghost islands' deliberately cut off from the mainland to keep tourists out

Spain's 'ghost islands' in the Mar Menor lagoon are intentionally isolated to preserve their natural environment and limit tourist access.

Feb 18 • 10:48 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Taiwanese visits to mainland China topped 3 million in 2025, still below pre-Covid levels

Taiwanese travel to mainland China has recovered to over 3 million visits in 2025, yet remains significantly below pre-pandemic figures due to ongoing political tensions and travel restrictions.

Feb 14 • 11:34 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Instances of Losing Contact with Mainland China Quadrupled; Taiwanese Authorities Issue Risk Warning

Taiwanese authorities have reported a fourfold increase in cases of individuals losing contact with the mainland China, urging caution for any travel to the region.

Feb 13 • 07:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: Umahi slams vandalism of federal roads

Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, highlights the serious issue of vandalism affecting federal road infrastructure in Nigeria, particularly the removal of safety devices from the Third Mainland Bridge.

Feb 12 • 18:19 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

This winter there are several spontaneous ice roads in Estonia

This winter, Estonia has several spontaneous ice roads that see heavy weekend traffic, especially on popular routes between certain islands and the mainland, despite varying ice thicknesses.

Feb 12 • 14:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Ferries Make Large Detours to Preserve Self-formed Ice Road

Ferries operated by TS Laevad are taking longer routes to maintain the self-formed ice road between the mainland and Hiiumaa Island.

Feb 12 • 10:44 UTC

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