Switzerland is racing to rebuild Blatten, which was crushed by a glacier. It’s a sign of the economic and emotional costs of a warming Europe.

Pirmin Rauscher recently had a moment — a two-week long moment. Rauscher, 18, who lives in a village near Altoona’s sister city of St. Polten, Austria, left Altoona on Sunday after wrapping up a visit ...

Two centuries ago, there were dozens of independent states in the part of Europe that was German-speaking. Today, there are only four: Germany, Austria, Switzerland … and Liechtenstein.

Hop on a canoe from Spitz and paddle your way down the Danube and its tributaries, sightseeing on a river safari, or hit the ...

Germany’s big cities, Berlin, Munich, and Hamburg, get all the attention, but the country’s true magic often hides in its ...

Explore the top 10 most beautiful villages to visit in Europe, each offering charm, history, and breathtaking scenery. From ...

Discover Hallstatt, a fairytale village in Upper Austria’s Salzkammergut region. With fewer than 1,000 inhabitants, this ...

As the cost of a skiing holiday continues to soar, it’s worth considering Austria for your next winter getaway. Generally ...

Running until May 10, 2026, season promises visitors an unforgettable cultural journey Highlights Global Village wrapped up its Season 30 opening night with a spectacular finale — first lighting up ...

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Rain and wind were forecast Wednesday along the Alaska coast where two villages were devastated by the remnants of Typhoon Halong and officials were scrambling to find shelter ...

Officials say one of the “most significant” airlifts in Alaska history is underway to evacuate hundreds of people from storm-devastated coastal towns JUNEAU, Alaska -- JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — One of the ...

Hundreds of people were evacuated from the Western Alaska village of Kipnuk on Wednesday after residents were told to pack a single bag and leave the community, one of the hardest hit by a ...