The tsunami in Tonga also makes the headlines, as does the Texas terrorist attack and the tragic death of a young girl during a ski lesson.
Here are the headlines affecting travel on Monday, 17 January.
Covid isolation cut and boosters for 16- and 17-year-olds
The minimum self-isolation period for those with Covid-19 in England has been cut to five days to help ease staff shortages across the economy. People will need to produce negative lateral flow tests on days five and six of their isolation. Meanwhile, 16- and 17-year-olds are now able to book a booster jab or attend a walk-in vaccination centre in England. (BBC News)
