Risky Routes Showcases the Perils of a Toad's Journey Home
This is the pivotal scene in Risky Routes, a short documentary made by a Switzerland-based team of naturalists and filmmakers. It seeks to shed light on the perilous journeys made by migrating toads to their ancestral breeding grounds, as well as the work of volunteers to save them. The documentary won Bloomberg's Green Docs competition on Wednesday for films addressing the urgency of climate change, along with a $25,000 prize.
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Forbes
6 hours ago
- Forbes
Long-Haul Heroes: Luxury Products For Your Next Adventure
If you are looking for hardworking beauty products to keep you looking and feeling healthy on your next trip, then look no further. From the latest in Swiss skincare to advanced tech created by an aesthetic expert that delivers salon-like results in your hotel room, the latest innovative products will bring transformative results no matter how long your journey is. Dirtea Mushroom Matcha enhances focus and boosts energy. (Credit: Dirtea) Crafted with 100% pure ceremonial-grade Japanese matcha, Lion's Mane, Tremella mushroom extracts and vitamins, DIRTEA Mushroom Matcha helps to enhance focus, boost energy and support your nervous system. Available in convenient 6g sachet sizes, making them perfect for your next trip, the Matcha powder is a powerhouse for your mind and body. Just add hot water and steamed milk and whisk for a velvety taste. Fortified with an organic B vitamin complex, including B5, B6, Biotin and B12, the drink provides steady energy and calm focus, supports psychological function, boosts energy levels and promotes healthy hair, skin and nails. £13 for five sachets, Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 39 Perfume Mist is inspired by a carefree summer. (Credit: Sol de Janeiro) Back by demand, this limited-edition scent by Sol de Janeiro, is inspired by 1939 and Carmen Miranda's Hollywood debut in the film Down Argentine Way. Known for her flamboyant costumes and signature fruit hat, the scent's essence is all about channelling the fantasy of a carefree, beachside summer. The fragrance is a tropical gourmand: layered with whipped coconut cream, tropical orchid, toasted praline and vanilla. Spritzed over sunkissed skin, it is the ultimate vacation-in-a-bottle scent. $25, Longevity skincare The Supereverse Serum is a powerful hydrating treatment that also boosts your mood. (Credit: Loya) LOYA Supereverse Serum and LOYA Silky Soft Plumping Cream New Swiss skincare brand LOYA pioneers a science-driven and holistic ethso when it comes to its luxury skincare, with products that work to reverse the signs of ageing. The brand takes a dual-action approach—combining advanced biotechnology to enhance skin and hair health with neuro-cosmetic innovations that balance emotional wellbeing. Built on 11 patented innovations, the brand reports that in vitro and clinical testing have shown clear improvements in hydration, firmness, skin tone and smoothness in as little as four weeks. The formulas are designed to reverse key signs of ageing, not just slow them down, says the brand. As well as the cutting-edge science for visible skin improvements, the products also contain a second layer of care with its HappyFeelBoost™, a neurocosmetic technology that helps gently lift mood and reduce stress, meaning they also address emotional wellbeing. Beautifully textured and subtly scented creams and serums give the user an indulgent experience. Hero products include the Supereverse Serum, a powerful hydrating treatment that layers 4D Hyaluronic Acid with patented LOYA MicroBloom™ technology for instant plumpness and rejuvenation. It penetrates the skin for an instant plumping effect, smoothing fine lines and improving texture and signs of fatigue. Loya's Silky Soft Plumping Cream has been clinically proven to reduce wrinkles and visibly firm skin in as little as four weeks. (Credit: Loya) Follow up with the Silky Soft Plumping Cream, a next-generation moisturiser powered by copper tripeptide (to help reduce wrinkles), Japanese Ume extract (to help boost collagen), and Argireline (a high-grade peptide). Clinically proven to reduce wrinkles and visibly firm skin in as little as four weeks. It's a game-changer. Supereverse Serum is £210; Silky Soft Plumping Cream is £190; More than makeup Naked Sundays Cabana Glow combines skincare, makeup and SPF. (Credit: Naked Sundays) Naked Sundays Cabana Glow SPF50 Mineral Blush Drops Combining skincare, makeup and SPF, these bronzing SPF50 drops by Naked Sundays are enriched with skin-loving antioxidants, perfect for hydrating, brightening and bronzing your skin. The zinc-based bronzing serum formula gives you a sun-kissed glow with the buildable bronzed pigment suiting all skin tones. It can be worn under or over makeup, or on its own. £32, No more tired eyes Look refreshed and revitalised with Hyaluronic Acid Microneedle Eye Patches from PCA Skin. (Credit: PCA skin) PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Microneedle Eye Patches Step off the plane looking refreshed and revitalised with these Hyaluronic Acid Microneedle Eye Patches from PCA Skin. The treatment patches give a brighter, smoother and more youthful eye contour. The unique formula combines powerful hydrating and brightening ingredients that work together to visibly improve the appearance of wrinkles, dark circles, and puffiness. They help to hydrate the delicate eye area to achieve a firmer, more plump look. It means you can go from plane to party looking fresh and wide awake. £95 x four treatments, Easy skincare in transit Korean Cleansing Pads is a 3-in-1 product ideal for in-transit. (Credit: Beautifect) Beautifect 3-in-1 Cotton Korean Cleansing Pads Long flights can leave your skin feeling dry, dull, and dehydrated, but with the Korean 3-in-1 Cleansing Pads, you can freshen up mid-flight without any fuss. These eco-friendly, fully biodegradable and dissolvable cleansing pads cleanse, tone and moisturize, all in one effortless step. Whether you're traveling for work or leisure, these cleansing pads are perfect for keeping your skin refreshed during your journey. They're compact, easy to use and don't require water, making them an ideal solution for in-flight skincare. Containing hyaluronic acid to plump, Sacran to deeply hydrate, mung beans which are a Korean skincare secret to purify and brighten and aloe vera to soothe irritation, the result is a clean and radiant complexion. £29 for 30, Advanced tech for when you arrive Dr Ivy's LED Light Therapy Mask is a clinic-level device for use at home. (Credit: Dr Ivy) Dr Ivy AlphaPro LED Light Therapy Mask Known for her advanced aesthetics clinic on Harley Street, Dr Ivy is making waves in the industry for her game-changing plant-derived Exosome skincare. To complement the three-step range, which includes a Regenerative Exosome Cleanser, Serum and Face Cream, she also has introduced new clinic-quality devices to be used at home (or to be packed for when you are traveling). The device complements Dr Ivy's hero exosome trio of products. (Credit: Dr Ivy) The three-colour LED Light Therapy Mask captures the latest in LED skincare and is the top pick—ideal to use when you arrive at your given destination. You can wear the comfortable silicone mask as you would a pair of glasses, and its three-in-one LED light therapy goes to work to rejuvenate your skin. The red light is an anti-ageing mode to promote collagen production, reducing fine lines and wrinkles and improving skin elasticity. The blue light is the acne care mode to reduce acne and bacterial growth; while the yellow light is the brightening mode, to reduce redness, brightening the skin and diminishing the signs of damage caused by UV sun exposure. Each session takes just 15 minutes. Pop it on as you unpack and you will look rejuvenated in minutes. £600, Not just lip service The Mint Plumper Lipcerin is part-balm, part-mask for lips. (Credit: Belief) Belif Super Knights-Mint Plumper Lipcerin Taking the humble lip balm to a new level, Korean brand Belief's new Lipcerin product is part-balm and part-mask (Lips + Glycerin = LIPCERIN). It targets dryness, dead skin, fine lines, loss of elasticity and dullness. The Mint Plumper treatment has a serum texture with a cooling sensation. Developed over five years using analysis of 57,000 lip images, Lipcerin targets key signs of lip aging, such as reduced volume, fine lines and loss of natural color. The Mint Plumper is infused with a menthol mint flavor, so lips feel instantly cooled, visibly plumper and naturally resfreshed. It also contains a Multi-Vitamin Complex™: comprised of vitamins C, E, B3 and B12, to nourish, brighten and protect the lips. As well as moisturising botanicals, such as rosemary and thyme to soothe and moisturise, the mint version is perfect for warmer temperatures as it gives a minty-fresh sensation. The formula also comes in an air-fit container, so it remains hygienic and easy to apply. Each twist delivers the perfect amount. £13.60, Mood drink Balance Me is a new natural supplement designed for women. (Credit: 22 Collective) 222 Collective Balance Me Supplement This new natural supplement for women has been designed by wellness advocate Casey Batchelor. Inspired by her own struggles with severe PMS after having three children, Casey spent over two years working with scientists to develop an effective, natural wellness supplement that helps with hormonal imbalances. Formulated with clinically-backed vitamins, minerals, and botanical extracts, it supports hormonal balance, eases stress and enhances overall well-being. Balance Me is a lemon and raspberry flavoured natural powder-to-drink, crafted with scientifically-backed botanicals and nutrients to support women's unique hormonal needs throughout the entire menstrual cycle. Benefits include calming effects, better mood, potential reduction in PMS symptoms and improved energy. A great accompaniment to any long and stressful journey. £34.99, Kind to teeth and planet Suri's Travel Bundle is kind to your teeth and the planet. (Credit: Suri) Suri All Inclusive Travel Set Containing everything you need for dental care when away from home, this kit from Suri includes a wash bag with sustainable electric toothbrush, toothpaste and tube key. Suri's sleek and lightweight tootbrushes are ideal for travel as they last for over 40 days on a single charge. The minimal impact brand was launched as a response to the fact that every year over four billion toothbrushes end up in landfill or in our oceans. Suri's brush heads are made from plant-based corn starch and the bristles are made from castor-oil, making them bio-based and reducing the reliance on petroleum-based plastics. The brand recycles the heads for free in the UK and the US. Meanwhile, the body of the brush is made from aluminium, making it longer lasting and easy to recycle. With modern colourways, the brushes also look stylish and fit into a contemporary bathroom aesthetic. £102.97, Fresh eye alert Eye Rescue Pads by AlumierMD are the perfect eye boost for when flying. (Credit: AlumierMD) AlumierMD Eye Pads Use these refreshing gel eye pads in-flight or when you arrive at your destination to provide instant relief for puffy tired eyes. Designed to cool and hydrate the delicate under-eye area, these refreshing gel pads, by medical-grade skincare brand AlumierMD, not only reduce inflammation and the appearance of fine lines but also fortify your skin's natural barrier, shielding against moisture loss while helping to even out skin tone and reduce blotchiness. Recommended by leading aesthetic practitioners, such as Dr Soni, this brand offers results-driven skincare, that when used together, give a thorough skincare programme to follow at home, as you would find in-clinic, but with affordable prices. £29 for four, Super flattering sunscreen This Sheer Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 45 is a hardworking sunscreen from PCA Skin that also preps skin. (Credit: PCA Skin) PCA Skin Sheer Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 45 Part make-up and part-skincare with SPF, this water resistant sunscreen blends sheer coverage with antioxidant protection for an easy way to maintain a youthful glow. The lightweight, fast-absorbing texture allows Sheer Tint to double as a versatile makeup primer. Wear alone for a fresh-faced sun-kissed look or layer it under foundation or powder for added SPF protection. The water and sweat resistant formula ensures all skin types (especially sensitive) stay protected and radiant no matter how active your lifestyle. £48, Tip top skin care ALLSKIN|MED Barrier Defence Emulsion keeps skin healthy and plumped looking. (Credit: ALLSKIN|MED) ALLSKIN|MED Barrier Defence Emulsion This lightweight emulsion from ALLSKIN|MED works to moisturise and preserve the skin barrier. It leaves the complexion with a silky smooth finish and has a refreshing effect, making it ideal for hot climates. Use this on-board to keep skin healthy and plumped during long flights. The fast-absorbing formula is full of antioxidant and anti-aging properties that hydrate while protecting the skin barrier with a unique combination of naturally derived actives. It is also available in a rich cream (Barrier Recovery Cream, as pictured) with intense moisturising and soothing properties to soothe even the most sensitised and reddened skin. £82, Spritz and refresh Jurlique's Intense Rose Balancing Mist refreshes the skin with soft rose. (Credit: Jurlique) Jurlique Intense Rose Balancing Mist Covering the face in a fine mist, this rose spritz, launched this year for Jurlique's 40th anniversary, gives instant hydration while refreshing irritated and tired skin. The formula is infused with exclusive farm-grown Intense Rose and Marshmallow Root and works to rebalance dryness, hydrate skin and to leave you feeling refreshed. A joy to use, once you spritz, you can't stop. £36, C the light Victoria Health's DoSe by VH Triple Vitamin C 23% Serum + Ferulic Acid is a next-generation Vitamin C serum. (Credit: Dose by vh) DoSe by VH Triple Vitamin C 23% Serum + Ferulic Acid Experience cutting-edge skincare without the top-end prices. Victoria Health's DoSe by VH Triple Vitamin C 23% Serum + Ferulic Acid is a next-generation Vitamin C serum. Formulated by Victoria Health co-founder and pharmacist Shabir Daya MRPharmS, it combines three potent forms of Vitamin C: L-Ascorbic Acid, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, and Ascorbyl Glucoside to deliver a fast-absorbing, non-sticky formula that brightens and revitalises the skin. Also enhanced with Ferulic Acid, a powerful antioxidant, this formulation not only boosts the stability of Vitamin C but also amplifies its effectiveness, for those seeking radiant and youthful-looking skin. A must-have for glowing skin. £20, Go with your gut Take this daily Epetōme Synbiotic Duo Cap for the ultimate in gut health. (Credit: Epetōme) Epetōme Synbiotic Duo Cap Created by nutritionist Emily English, this daily supplement for gut health contains 11 clinically trialled bacterial strains alongside FOS fibre, vitamin D, zinc and biotin. Its unique duo cap technology—which has an outer and an inner core—makes sure that 50 billion live probiotic strains reach your gut alive. Each tablet also includes prebiotic FOS, vitamin D, zinc and biotin to keep your gut balanced and healthy. A healthy gut brings many health benefits such as an improved immune system, shiny hair and tip-top skin. £54.99 for 1 month subscription, Size is everything Ishga's seaweed-derived products from the Hebrides are now available in mini, travel sizes. (Credit: ishga) Ishga Travel Minis Sustainably sourced and made on the Isle of Lewis in the Scottish Hebrides, ishga organic products blend mineral-rich potent seaweed extract with organic ingredients and essential oils. The word ishga is derived from the Gaelic word for water and the brand infuses healing spring water and extract of Hebridean seaweed with scientifically proven results. Hebridean seaweed contains a host of polyphenol antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, trace elements and amino acids which nurture and protect the skin. Ideal for short breaks, the brand's hero products, such as the Hydra+ Marine Cream and the Invigorating Body Oil, are all part of the collection, now available in mini 10ml sizes. From £5.50, Arrive looking younger Auro's G Serum uses a maximum-potency concentration of glutathione as its key ingredient. (Credit: Auro) Auro Skincare G Serum New skincare brand Auro's products are rooted in sustainability. The brand's innovative formulas harness the power of science while using ingredients that are responsibly sourced, ensuring minimal environmental impact. With a focus on reducing waste, Auro uses recyclable materials across its packaging. The G Serum uses a maximum-potency concentration of glutathione as its key ingredient. Often referred to as the 'Master Antioxidant', it helps to reduce signs of aging and defend against future damage. The brand also has a patented Auro GSH™ technology to optimize absorption. With natural Radish Root, Honeysuckle, and Aspen Bark extracts, the serum also strengthens the skin's ability to defend itself from future damage with skin looking clear, smooth, more youthful and radiant after use. $179,
National Geographic
7 hours ago
- National Geographic
How to spend the perfect day in Switzerland's underrated financial capital
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Switzerland's largest city, straddling the Limmat River and facing the pristine shores of Lake Zurich, has long been best known for its financial clout and Swiss efficiency. But these days its cultural scene is also booming, with everything from 'blackout' dining concepts to fashion co-ops set beneath railway arches. Here's how best to take in the city in just 14 hours. 7am: Swim at sunrise at Seebad Utoquai The combination of the lake's glassy water and this swimming club has made such an impression on locals that it's kept them rising at dawn for more than 130 years. The Seebad's two-floor wooden bathhouse debuted in 1890 with curtained changing rooms, ladders directly into the lake and diving boards, and it's been eulogised ever since by bathers and those who'd rather soak up the sun on the timber terraces. Alternatively, Frauenbad at Stadthausquai is an art nouveau cabana exclusively for women's swimming (both April to October only). In the lidos along the Limmat River, bathers don swimwear produced from upcycled plastic found in the city's waterways. 8am: Breakfast at the Odeon A home for the city's gay community long before the first Swiss laws legalising same-sex relationships were passed in 1942, Cafe Odeon is a Viennese-style coffee house par excellence. Expect to see eggs served in a wide variety of styles, including, as this is Zurich, in the form of truffle omelettes with a side of Champagne. 10am: Go to a gallery Zurich is home to around 50 museums and around double the number of art galleries. Certainly the most generous with the big names is the Kunsthaus. Plenty of highlights on display come from the likes of Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh and Pablo Picasso, while Switzerland is represented by Alberto Giacometti and the world's largest collection of Dada, the absurd counterculture art movement born nearby at cafe-gallery Cabaret Voltaire on Spiegelgasse. 12pm: Explore under the bridges The railway arches of the city's Industriequartier once housed hundreds of stonemasons and mechanics. These days, they survive as Im Viadukt, a future-focused co-op of fashion shops, restaurants, venues and a food market replete with bars and takeaway counters. This is where to go for a classic Swiss lunch, whether you're looking for Alpine picnic supplies (typically cheese, pickles and breads) or some bratwurst. 3pm: Get a chocolate fix There's an extraordinary array of chocolate ateliers in Zurich, but among the best are Läderach, Max Chocolatier and truffle-specialist Sprüngli on Bahnhofstrasse. These days, macarons are the speciality, while ruffled chocolate nests and bite-sized batons come topped with gold-leaf. 5pm: Time for a sky-high cocktail It's worth seeing the city and all of its church spires from the rooftops. One of the best viewpoints is at 1838, an exquisite destination bar atop the Mandarin Oriental Savoy that snuggles up to the Fraumünster and overlooks Paradeplatz, a square that's perenially popular with locals. On a clear day, the entire lake and the Alps to the south can also be seen on the horizon. An Aperol spritz or Eichhof lager will help temper any giddiness. 7pm: Eat in the dark Switzerland helped pioneer many life-changers — wristwatches, the world wide web, instant coffee. It's also the home of the first restaurant in the dark. The blackout dining concept was created in 1999 by a non-profit foundation and born to create jobs for the city's visually impaired people. The focus isn't just the surprise three- or four-course menu (it could be spätzle, lake fish, Swiss beef), but on fostering conversations. 10pm: Go bar-hopping If anywhere has an edge in Zurich, it's Langstrasse, a long street of late-night bars and clubs in the heart of the red-light district. Resistant to change, it's the city at its most unbuttoned, with Bar 63 and Ole Ole the most popular venues. For something classier, albeit with negronis on tap, try Bar Sacchi in trendy Lochergut. Getting there & around British Airways, EasyJet, Edelweiss Air and Swiss fly to Zurich from UK airports including Edinburgh, Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, Manchester and Stansted. The fastest train route from London St Pancras International to Zurich takes 6hr55m, involving a change of stations in flight time: 1h45m. It's easy to explore Zurich's attractions on foot or by using the efficient, safe and clean public transport system. You can get a tram, train, bus or ferry at most times of day with ease. A 24-hour travelcard for use in central Zurich costs CHF9.20 (£8.30). Trams and buses run from 6am to 1am. When to go Zurich is worth visiting year-round. Winter and early spring see cold days with snow-daubed hills and ice skating — with average temperatures around 4-6C — while summer ushers in averages of 25-28C, which means open lidos and the bulk of the city's festivals. Autumn, cooler at around 15C, is for the Zurich Wine Festival, held every October with tastings, masterclasses and networking sessions. Where to stay 25hrs Hotel Langstrasse. Doubles from CHF152 (£140). La Réserve Eden au Lac Zurich. Doubles from CHF540 (£490). More info Planet Switzerland. £16.99 How to do it Switzerland Travel Centre offers two nights in Zurich in a three-star hotel, including a 72-hour Zurich Card for transport and discounts, from £230 per person, B&B. Excludes flights. This story was created with the support of Zurich Tourism Published in the July/August 2025 issue of National Geographic Traveller (UK). To subscribe to National Geographic Traveller (UK) magazine click here. (Available in select countries only).
Bloomberg
10 hours ago
- Bloomberg
Ryanair Profit More Than Doubles; Sees Strong Summer Travel Flow
Ryanair Holdings Plc net income in the first quarter more than doubled, and the budget airline said it will recover most of the fare drop suffered last year to achieve 'reasonable' profit growth in fiscal 2026. The Irish airline reported profit after tax of €820 million ($953 million) in the three months, up from €360 million the previous year and beating Bloomberg analysts' estimates of €687.6 million. While the airline aims to claw back almost all of the 7% fare decline of 2024, the fare increases in the second quarter will be lower than in the first, Ryanair cautioned.
