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'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire'-Inspired House Coming to Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights

Who you gonna call? "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire," the latest installment in the "Ghostbusters" franchise, will be getting its own haunted house as part of Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort (beginning on Friday, August 30) and Universal Studios Hollywood (on Thursday, September 5). According to the official release, this new house will "bring the latest installment of the global Ghostbusters franchise to life...

2024-06-27T16:27:57Z

Royally strange facts about the Palace of Versailles

The Palace of Versailles, situated just over 12 miles (20 km) from the center of Paris, is world-famous for its stunning opulence. Around 10 million people visit the palace every year, averaging over 27,000 people per day, and yet many secrets and anecdotes have been kept relatively quiet since Louis XIV first commissioned André Le Nôtre to design the intricate grounds back in 1661. The palace has everything: grand halls, ornate furniture, priceless works of art, gardens filled with diverse plants and flowers, illustrious fountains, and more. But what makes it so rich is the history of it all, as it was passed along several rulers, played a huge role in the French Revolution, and preserves the opulence of the 17th- and 18th-century palace life. Within the many walls are a host of funny stories, bizarre facts, and fascinating quirks that you probably didn’t know about, so click through the following gallery and get acquainted with one of the most incredible palaces in the world.

2023-08-09T15:05:42Z

Weird foods pioneers ate in the Old West

Early pioneers venturing West undertook long, arduous journeys. Life on the wagon trail wasn't easy, and food played a big role in both nourishing settlers and boosting their morale. Some of the food staples available back home could not be taken on the journey, and many ingredients weren't available in the wilderness of the West, but these men and women were extremely creative and highly adaptable. Pioneers created new recipes tailored to their resources using local ingredients. In this gallery, you'll get a glimpse of what their diets looked like. Curious? Click on and find out what pioneers ate in the Old West.

2024-03-25T13:13:30Z

All we know about two 'mystery men' Jay Slater left festival with

Former detective Mark Williams-Thomas has described the two men Jay Slater was last with at the Airbnb property as 'key witnesses' in the disappearance of the teenager

2024-06-27T16:41:12Z

The Best Ways To Open A Wine Bottle Without A Corkscrew

No wine opener? No problem.

2024-06-27T17:08:18Z

Female capybara goes to Florida as part of a breeding program for the large South American rodents

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A female capybara has arrived at a Florida zoo as part of a breeding program to bolster the population of the large South American rodents. Iyari, a 10-month-old capybara, went to the Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society in May from the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. She's in a mixed-species habitat with a couple of Baird’s tapirs, which live in similar habitats in South America, while zoo workers slowly introduce...

2024-06-27T19:21:07Z

Pride revellers urged to plan journeys as strike threatens to shut major central London Tube station

Pride revellers urged to plan journeys as strike threatens to shut major central London Tube station - Stations will be extra busy and people may need to queue before boarding

2024-06-27T16:05:01Z

Frasco’s gastronomy dream

Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco is determined to put the Philippines on the global gastronomy destination map following her joint effort with the United Nations Tourism this week in hosting the First Regional Gastronomy Tourism for Asia and the Pacific Forum in her home province of Cebu, with almost 600 delegates attending from 43 countries including member countries from as far away as Afghanistan, Argentina, Cameroon, Chile, Fiji,...

2024-06-27T16:41:12Z

IATSE Reaches Deal on Area Standards Agreement

IATSE has reached a tentative deal on the Area Standards Agreement, the contract that covers 20,000 film and TV workers around the country, including those in Louisiana, New Mexico and Georgia. The deal follows the Basic Agreement, which applies to 13 locals based in Los Angeles, and which was concluded on Tuesday. Both contracts must […]

2024-06-28T01:15:45Z

Verve Wine’s Chicago Bistro and Five More Restaurant Closures

A running log of restaurant and bar closings across Chicago

2024-06-27T18:38:55Z

Here are the 10 most livable cities in the world — and Europe dominates the list

Vienna, Copenhagen and Zurich topped the list for the most livable cities in the world, according to EIU's 2024 Global Liveability Index.

2024-06-28T06:08:16Z

Zoo breaks ground on endangered species habitat

It has been designed to evoke a sense of the dense forest and landscape of the species' natural habitat.

2024-06-28T10:55:23Z

Calling All Flaco Fans: A New Book on the Famous Eurasian Eagle-Owl Is Perched to Fly Onto Shelves (Exclusive)

The Central Park Zoo escapee captured hearts and imaginations during his one-year romp around the city

2024-06-27T18:06:59Z

London's best parks and places for a picnic

London's best parks and places for a picnic - Pack up the hamper, break out the gingham and gather your pals: here’s where to picnic like a pro

2024-06-17T08:46:50Z

How the other half 'camp'! Inside lavish manor where A-listers spend Glastonbury

The famous faces use the chauffeur service to take them from the private members club to the centre of the festival.

2024-06-27T18:30:18Z

It's a Good Idea to Download Google Maps Offline. Here's How to Do It

You don't want to get lost, do you?

2024-04-03T13:15:38Z

Unbelievable discoveries in the most bizarre places

Many fascinating discoveries have been made over the years in the realms of science, archaeology, and zoology, but some were more confounding than others, especially when they turned up in unexpected places. Explore this gallery and uncover some truly bizarre objects discovered in the most improbable of locations.

2024-01-16T12:48:22Z

Bus service changes leave passengers concerned

Arriva is to withdraw two bus routes and revise 19 others in County Durham, Darlington and Wearside.

2024-06-27T14:36:48Z

Marilyn Monroe’s former LA home declared historic cultural monument, stopping demolition

The former home of Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe was declared a historic cultural monument Wednesday by the Los Angeles City Council, preventing it from being torn down by its current owners.

2024-06-27T13:07:31Z

‘We loved pitching in an olive grove’: readers’ favourite campsites in Europe

Istrian dreams, Croatia Having been cycling across Europe for nearly two months, we’d become campsite connoisseurs. Natura Camp Karli stands out for being a tranquil oasis on the Istrian peninsula in Croatia. We loved pitching our tent in an olive grove, having been welcomed with a gift of handmade products. The facilities were simple, but excellent, with a covered area and stoves for cooking, as well as ample seating with a view. It’s a...

2024-06-28T06:10:18Z

Honest NAIA Airport Cleaner Finds and Returns Socks with Dollars Worth 1 Million Pesos

An airport attendant at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 has been widely praised for her integrity after returning a substantial amount of foreign currency she found while on duty. Rosalinda Cellero of Dear John Services found a pair of white socks containing $18,800 (approximately PHP 1 million) in cash while cleaning under […] The post Honest NAIA Airport Cleaner Finds and Returns Socks with Dollars Worth 1 Million...

2024-06-28T03:10:14Z

Skytrax Announces World's Top 100 Airlines 2024

This award is the Oscars of aviation.

2024-06-28T04:13:24Z

The most spectacular migrations in the animal kingdom

The phenomenon of migrations fascinates scientists, naturalists and wildlife lovers alike. The way that animals migrate in search of food, better weather or breeding in complete synchronization is incredible to watch and study. Click here to see the planet's greatest migrations!

2024-06-27T20:36:01Z

Jay Slater ghouls take Jeep safari tours to site where he disappeared

The 19-year-old, from Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, has not been seen since June 17 after he went missing following a night out in Tenerife's Playa de las Americas resort.

2024-06-28T08:48:59Z

Get 50% Off at Vikings, NIU, The Alley, Tong Yang, Four Seasons for a Limited Time

BDO credit cardholders, the next two months are going to be mega-lucky for ya.

2024-06-28T12:02:36Z

Natural wonders destroyed by tourists

Our planet is full of amazing places that many of us dream of visiting one day. Places that we would only be exposed to through a National Geographic documentary are now available at the distance of a click. Do you want to know where the most spectacular and secluded places on Earth are located? All you need is access to the Internet and you’re good to go. It doesn’t take much to come up with a shortlist of beautiful distant destinations for your next vacation. Traveling to remote locations has never been easier. Lower air travel fares and a wider network of local transportation has made once remote places easily accessible. Your average folks are now following the trail of explorers and scientists alike and delving deep into the wilderness. Tourism can be extremely beneficial for many countries’ economies and an important source of income for many people around the world, but if not properly controlled, it can have disastrous consequences. Despite the rise of sustainable tourism, many places in the world are simply not prepared for the influx of people they’re getting, nor is the ecosystem in many of those places. From remote natural parks to uninhabited islands, tourists are getting everywhere, and sometimes their footprint causes irreversible damage. It’s inevitable that, as more people travel, more often, and to more locations than ever before, accidents will happen. How many of us have been to beautiful locations, away from it all, only to find traces of human presence, from bottles to cigarette butts. While this is far from being an enjoyable experience, the truth is that it can get worse—a lot worse. From unfortunate accidents, to downright vandalism, in this gallery you’ll find many cases where stupidity outweighed curiosity. While you might not completely lose faith in humanity, these examples will at least make you question the whole human conscience and our relationship with the planet. Click through and get to know some of planet’s most amazing places that have been ruined by tourists.

2024-02-22T16:41:52Z

Luxury-travel advisors are in demand as Gen Z and millennials splurge on stress-free, meaningful vacations

Luxury-travel advisors are seeing a growth in demand as Gen Z and millennial travelers look to enjoy convenient planning for fun travel experiences.

2024-06-27T13:24:44Z

Travelers urged to wear face masks amid new virus threat

MANILA, Philippines — The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA), the operator of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), advised travelers on Friday to wear face masks while inside the airport as protection from Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS), a virus that was first reported in Japan. MIAA spokesman Chris Bendijo said aside from face masks, passengers were also advised to sanitize their hands, and urged to cover their...

2024-06-28T05:24:07Z

The deadliest places in the world

There are some places in the world that are so inhospitable that spending just a short period of time there can have serious implications for your health. There are also places where the local inhabitants live in constant danger from threats which are both natural and man-made. From the Arctic to the Pacific Ocean, here are some of the deadliest places in the world. Click through the gallery to see more.

2024-01-17T19:05:08Z

Racks, Tenya now serve bites before flights

TRAVEL days can be so stressful, thankfully, you have one less thing to worry about — what to eat on the day of your flight. Head to the Food Hall of NAIA Terminal 3, where Racks and Tenya have recently opened and order their signature staples. If you are in the mood for classic American fare, family-style ribs with all the trimmings, then head over to Racks. It's the perfect place to have one more bonding moment with your loved ones before...

2024-06-27T16:18:47Z

School trip payment rule you need to know as quarter can't afford them

A fifth of financially pinched parents felt “embarrassed” about struggling to pay for trips for their children

2024-06-28T05:54:19Z

Missing yogi’s family travels to Bahamas to search for her as her phone is found floating in the water

Missing yogi’s family travels to Bahamas to search for her as her phone is found floating in the water - Taylor Casey was last seen on June 19 while on a yoga retreat at Paradise Island in the Bahamas

2024-06-27T17:46:21Z

There is one European country where Taylor Swift didn't change the economy so far

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour has made it to five European countries so far. It boosted accommodation prices everywhere except France.

2024-06-28T05:59:25Z

‘The One in Vegas:' Warner Bros. Unveils New ‘Friends' Interactive Experience on the Strip

Friends has been off the air for more than 20 years, but fans of the hit Warner Bros. series can now relive all their favorite memories, moments and episodes with a new Friends-themed interactive attraction in Las Vegas. The MGM Grand will be the West Coast flagship location of The FRIENDS Experience, the popular immersive […]

2024-06-27T16:44:08Z

People mindblown by scale of Glastonbury festival – it's much bigger than you think

Glastonbury weekend is upon us – and thousands have travelled to Somerset to see the biggest names in music. But, despite being an around for decades, people are only now realising how huge it is

2024-06-28T08:26:48Z

The weirdest and most shocking cults in history

As humans, we tend to have a fascination with cults, as they initially attract people with ideals of a utopian community. However, what usually starts out with an enigmatic and charismatic leader wanting to unite a group of people often turns into a tyrannical dictatorship with disastrous consequences. Many of them escape notice for several years and even decades, while others are at the center of media attention and continue to exert influence over millions of people. The world has a long history of terrifying and gruesome cults that took things too far and continue to shock us even today. Take a look at a few of them in this gallery!

2024-01-15T15:02:04Z

The best (and worst) airports in the world in 2024

While business class offers high-ranking services and amenities in the skies, airports themselves can be daunting environments. Managed by various entities and catering to a diverse clientele, these travel hubs very often prioritize functionality over comfort. To shed light on airport experiences, BusinessFinancing.co.uk conducted a comprehensive study of the best and worst airports around the world based on business travelers' reviews. Spoiler alert: the majority of the most poorly ranked airports are located in the US and the UK! Curious? Click on to discover the best and worst airports in the world.

2024-04-03T07:03:57Z

Marcos: Go green in transforming tourism sector

President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. on Friday underscored the need to adopt sustainability in the tourism sector as he urged to ''go green'' in the transformation of tourism products and services. ''We need to adopt sustainability in our society and economy, and certainly in the sector of tourism. We must go green in the transformation of our tourism products and services as a solution to address climate change, resource preservation,...

2024-06-28T05:02:44Z

"From Us to All: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion" Great Place to Work® recognizes the Best Workplaces™ in Hong Kong for 2024

HONG KONG, June 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great Place to Work® proudly announces the successful conclusion of the Best Workplaces™ in Hong Kong 2024 Awards Ceremony, held at the W Hotel in West Kowloon on June 27, 2024. The ceremony celebrated the outstanding achievements of companies that have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to creating great workplaces for all their employees. This year's theme is about Change: moving from ideas to...

2024-06-28T00:34:56Z

Mom kicked off United flight for 'misgendering' employee speaks out

Jenna Longoria claims she was booted from a flight from San Francisco to Austin on Wednesday after she 'accidentally' referred to a female-identifying flight attendant as a man.

2024-06-27T17:45:52Z

The launch of the "Silk Road Express " is imminent, driving the international tourist train industry into a new era of development

HONG KONG, June 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, "Train of Glamour " announced that it will release a new luxury train, the "Silk Road Express " on July 6th. As a cultural railway tourism brand under Fosun Infrastructure Industry Development Group that focuses on building international high-quality tourist trains, "Train of Glamour " actively responds to the calls to bolster domestic tourism by continuing to develop new forms of global tourism...

2024-06-28T04:05:33Z

Tokyo’s Tsukiji fish market makes way for skyscrapers, glitzy stadium

TOKYO — The site of Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji fish market, left empty after it was razed six years ago, will be replaced by a scenic waterfront stadium and glistening skyscrapers according to plans for its redevelopment that are facing some staunch opposition. A computer graphic video of plans for the 900 billion yen ($5.7 billion) project made by property developer Mitsui Fudosan shows air taxis zipping above the Sumida river, famed for its scenic...

2024-06-28T03:41:50Z

Sydney's favourite donut shop is closing down for good

Sydney 's dining scene has suffered another bitter inflation blow with a beloved Marrickville sweet spot officially closing it's doors at the end of

2024-06-28T01:41:32Z

An Eater’s Guide to Los Angeles

An unofficial, highly opinionated LA dining guide

2022-03-08T22:07:27Z

Best hand luggage 2024: These carry-on suitcases & bags make holiday travel so much easier

I found the best hand luggage for your summer holidays and beyond. Stylish carry-on suitcases, duffle bags and backpacks for your vacation from Amazon, Samsonite, Beis, Antler & more

2024-06-27T14:29:53Z

UN Tourism chief urges Cebu to build a ‘gastronomy center’

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Historic Cebu should leave a legacy in the world’s gastronomy scene. This is what the top official of the United Nations Tourism Organization (UN Tourisn) urged stakeholders to consider as the island province made history once again by being the venue of the inaugural forum on promoting gastronomy tourism. On Wednesday, June 26, the UNTO and the Department of Tourism (DOT) launched the first UN Tourism Regional Forum on...

2024-06-27T04:51:31Z

Prehistoric 'Pompeii' found encased in ash is discovered

A prehistoric creature encased in ash has been discovered - and it was given a nickname that fits its burial. The specimen was found at the top of a 1,153-foot mountain range.

2024-06-27T18:53:45Z

World’s largest maritime drills begin in an increasingly tense Asia Pacific

The Rim of the Pacific exercises involve more than 25,000 personnel from 29 countries and will continue until August.

2024-06-28T00:51:19Z

Cebu Pacific offers P688 international flights until June 30

It’s never too early to start planning your holiday trips! If you want to save some money on your next out-of-the-country vacation, check out Cebu Pacific's latest promo for June with one-way base fares as low as P688. From Manila, you can fly to Macau, Osaka, Nagoya, Singapore, and more with the said starting price. The travel period for the promo...

2024-06-28T08:21:23Z

Turkish Airlines named Best Airline in Europe at Skytrax Awards

TURKISH Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, is named Best Airline in Europe by Skytrax on the prestigious 2024 World Airline Awards, also known as the Oscars of the aviation industry. Held in London at the iconic Fairmont Windsor Park on June 24, 2024, the World Airline Awards saw several accolades being presented to the successful flag carrier. In addition to being recognized as the "Best Airline in Europe,"...

2024-06-27T16:18:29Z