Wild weather in New Zealand has disrupted travel for ferry passengers crossing the Cook Strait between the North and South Islands during the peak summer holiday period. Despite recurring issues with rough seas and ferry breakdowns, the idea of building an undersea tunnel beneath the strait has not been seriously considered since 1904, as it would require a significant investment of 50 billion New Zealand dollars and face logistical challenges due to the country’s remote and hazard-prone terrain. With the ferry services resuming after dangerous waves, passengers face delays and uncertainty, but some still choose the scenic journey over the convenience of a potential tunnel.
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Emergency crews deployed on Santorini as an earthquake swarm worries Greek experts
Schools were closed and emergency crews deployed on Santorini, Greece, due to a spike in seismic activity, with over 200 earthquakes recorded in the area over three days. Precautions were taken on nearby Aegean Sea islands, popular vacation spots, as Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis urged calm and adherence to safety recommendations. While the quakes are not linked to the island's volcano, residents and visitors were advised to avoid certain areas and be vigilant, with concerns...
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