The scenic lagoon on the coast of Vancouver Island, in the far west of Canada, is usually quiet, interrupted only by the sounds of animals or a lone vehicle. But since an orphaned 2-year-old orca calf was stranded in the lagoon two weeks ago, the area has been buzzing with activity as preparations get underway … Read more
MILAN — The Italian city of Venice announced new limits Saturday on the size of tourist groups, the latest move to reduce the pressure of mass tourism on the famed canal city. Starting in June, groups will be limited to 25 people, or roughly half the capacity of a tourist bus, and the use of … Read more
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine coast guard said Monday it has complied with a presidential order to remove a floating barrier placed by China’s coast guard to prevent Filipino fishing boats from entering a lagoon in a disputed shoal in the South China Sea. Philippine officials condemned the installation of the 300-meter (980-foot) -long barrier … Read more