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Public to get viewing areas for Jersey Royal visit

The King and Queen are scheduled to visit Jersey on 15 July before travelling to Guernsey.

Cone: It's the first time I felt good losing

The Philippine men's basketball team's travel plans back to Manila will have to wait a little while after it advanced to the crossover semifinals at the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament Thursday night (Manila time) at the Arena Riga in Latvia. Gilas Pilipinas actually lost to Georgia, 92-94, at the close of the group stage but the Filipinos still made the final four, thanks to its 89-80 victory against the host team early Thursday. Head coach...

Boeing Crisis as More Than 100 Whistleblowers Contact FAA

Boeing whistleblowers are coming out in droves to raise concerns over the company's aircraft, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

Learn the meaning behind all 50 state names

Have you ever wondered about the origin and meaning behind your state's name? Every state in the US has a unique and rich history. If you want to understand how your state came to exist, just take a look at its name. Take a look at the meaning behind every state name in the gallery! How many do you already know?

SJM to Showcase Summer-Exclusive Offers and Macau's Diverse "Tourism+" Attractions at "Experience Macao Malaysia Roadshow"

PETALING JAYA, Malaysia, July 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SJM Resorts, S.A. ("SJM") is excited to participate in the "Experience Macao Malaysia Roadshow," organised by the Macao Government Tourism Office ("MGTO") from 5 to 8 July. Held at the Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, SJM will highlight Macau's "Tourism+" elements as a "World Centre of Tourism and Leisure" to Malaysians and tourists. This includes showcasing the Lisboa...

I took a 10-hour flight, and one carry-on item made sitting in economy more comfortable

Business Insider's author wasn't sure whether a foot hammock would be worth the precious space in her carry-on bag. It was.

Special ceremony for King and Queen's visit

A special sitting of the States is planned for the visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla.

Countries to visit that love American tourists

It isn’t until you leave the US that you become aware of your Americanness. While some places are actively working to decrease tourism, others still very much appreciate the incoming dollars. Besides, our ways are celebrated in many parts of the world, contrary to what you might hear. Check out some international travel destinations that happily welcome American tourists!

The summer destinations with the best accessibility facilities

Accessibility is an issue that is still rife across most urban landscapes. But did you know that there are many cities across the globe that have spent much time and money investing in making their attractions more wheelchair-friendly? If there's somewhere you've always wanted to go but that worries about accessibility have held you back from, then think again! Here is a list of the cities that offer the best options for those with mobility restrictions. Click on to discover them all.

Regular flights to Bantayan to launch this August

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Beginning this August, travelers will finally have the option to fly directly to Bantayan in northern Cebu. The Cebu Provincial government recently announced that regular flights between the mainland and Bantayan Island via Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) will resume operations this August 28. According to the Capitol, the direct flights will be operated by King Aces Travel and Tours Service Inc. (KATTSI), a...

Discover Germany: here's the history behind some of its most iconic landmarks

BARMM approves P467.8-M investments in Tawi-Tawi tourism

COTABATO CITY — A luxury resort hotel complete with convention hall and other amenities will soon rise in Bongao, Tawi-Tawi to cater to both foreign and local tourists, officials said. Mohamad Omar Pasigan, chairperson of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao BOI (BBOI), said the P467.8 hotel facility to be put up by the Dahuwan Tampeh Resort, had just been given the greenlight by BBOI in a board meeting on Monday. READ: BARMM...

The worst maritime disaster in NY history

History is full of some truly shocking disasters, ranging from man-made incidents to natural events that have torn through entire communities. Some ships in history have also met their untimely end in rather horrific ways, and have resulted in significant loss of life. The General Slocum disaster was one such ship that burned up in New York City. Curious? Click through this gallery and discover everything you need to know about the worst maritime disaster in New York City history.

The Latest New Orleans Restaurant Closings, June 2024

A Bywater brewery, LGD dessert and drinks hub, and more

Making food great again: London’s best American restaurants for Independence Day

Making food great again: London’s best American restaurants for Independence Day - Ben McCormack rates the States — or its outposts in London, at least

The tragically long list of stars who died in hotel rooms

Over time, many well-known individuals have been found dead in hotel rooms. Whether due to drug overdoses, heart attacks, or freak accidents, these celebrities met tragic ends in a lonely setting. Click through the gallery to remember the stars who died in hotel rooms.

Homes with views: the best properties on the market right now, from Highgate to Crystal Palace

Homes with views: the best properties on the market right now, from Highgate to Crystal Palace - From the London skyline to Lords Cricket Ground, we’ve collected nine properties with views to feast your eyes on

Think you know all about geography? Think again

Hands up those who think they know their geography! Well, even those who like to think they know the difference between the Geographic South Pole and the Magnetic South Pole can get things wrong. And you'd be surprised at the mistakes being made at even the most basic levels of this fascinating subject. So, what are some the most common errors made when talking about geography? Click through and resit geography class!

Tech billionaire's £250million superyacht arrives in Scots town

It is a £250million superyacht owned by Microsoft Word billionaire Charles Simonyi. So it was some surprise to locals when the 295ft luxury vessel, Norn, cruised up to the town of Oban.

I loved my first visit to Switzerland — but my trip would've been better if I hadn't made these 5 mistakes

My first trip to Switzerland differed from my other travels in Europe in surprising ways. Buses, restaurants, and Airbnbs were not what I expected.

Why so much is riding on the 777X, Boeing's newest long-haul plane that is already 5 years late and costing billions

The 777X's economics and more spacious 10-abreast cabin are huge selling points against the rival Airbus A350, but the plane is far behind schedule.

Longyearbyen, the island where there is no place for dying

Plunged into darkness for 155 days a year, it's fair to say that the Norwegian town of Longyearbyen has never been the most comfortable place to live. But with climate change affecting the town to a disproportionate extent, life is becoming increasingly difficult for the residents of this beautiful little town. In this gallery, discover Longyearbyen, the fast-warming town in the world.

What would happen if we didn't have the moon?

The moon is just one of those things that we take for granted. It has always been there and it will likely be there for millions of years to come. We're so used to looking up to the night sky and seeing Earth's satellite, that it's difficult to imagine our planet without it. But what would our world be like if there was no moon? Click through to find out.

The most enchanting beach towns in southern Europe

The Guardian has a list of the 12 best beach towns in southern Europe. What are you waiting for? Take a look and start packing!

The best public-access and private golf courses in Wisconsin, ranked

Looking to play the best golf courses in Wisconsin? Welcome to our annual Golfweek’s Best ranking of public-access and private courses. Following are the rankings for both types of courses, as judged by our nationwid

Gilas rebooks flight to Manila after reaching OQT semis

Change of plans, for the better, for Gilas Pilipinas

Just Stop Oil activists get conditional bail

Two private jets were sprayed with orange paint in the attack at Stansted Airport on 5 June.

Runway u-turn 'devastates' Alderney businesses

Politicians and businesses warn of serious economic impacts if the island's runway is not improved.

American Express takes further control of restaurant reservations

American Express recently acquired yet another restaurant booking platform. The company, which already owns Resy, offers its cardmembers exclusive reservations benefits.

The best modern and retro campervans and RVs ever made

Homes on the go: let's take a look at the best road-going abodes built to take on anything

Craziest hotel service requests from celebs

Celebs stereotypically have high demands when it comes to staying at hotels. However, there are some celebs who go above and beyond. Over the years, A-listers have made some strange hotel service requests, from sheets of tin foil to a room reserved for glasses. Click on to see what the stars request at hotels because, after all, if you don't ask, you don't get.

American Airlines passenger forces emergency landing by urinating

An American Airlines jet was forced to make an emergency landing after an unruly passenger allegedly exposed himself before urinating down the aisle of the plane.

Failure to launch: Aircraft that couldn't succeed

Throughout modern history, many aircraft have, for one reason or another, failed to succeed in the world of aviation. Browse through this gallery and get to know these aircraft failures. Click on.

The world's largest artificial islands

Man-made islands are a testament to our capacity as humans. In modern times, artificial islands are usually formed by land reclamation or the incidental isolation of existing land, and these islands were created to serve varying purposes. Click through the gallery to find out more about the world’s largest artificial islands.

Jimmy Kimmel playfully mocks Magic Johnson and wife Cookie by photoshopping himself in their Ibiza vacation snaps

Jimmy Kimmel joined in on Magic Johnson's vacation to Spain with his wife Cookie through the magic of photoshop.

World’s oldest artwork discovered in Indonesian cave

PARIS — It may not look like much — just a flaking image of three people around a big red pig. But the humble cave painting discovered in Indonesia is the oldest known narrative artwork ever made by human hands, dating back more than 51,000 years, new research said on Wednesday. “This is the oldest evidence of storytelling,” Maxime Aubert, an archaeologist at Australia’s Griffith University, told AFP. READ: Study says earliest cave art belonged...

Jay Slater: Airbnb host finally reveals why teen travelled to remote village

Jay Slater travelled back to an Airbnb with Ayub Quassim and another man he met while on holiday in Tenerife for a three-day festival. Ayub Quassim has now broken his silence about his last moments with Jay before the teen attempted to walk back to his hotel 11-hours away

The War and Treaty Felt ‘Betrayed’ After Finding Cotton Plant in Dressing Room: ‘Disrespect Is What I Felt’

“We all know what that represents in this country to people that look like us,” Michael Trotter Jr., one-half of the husband-wife country duo, told 'The Hollywood Reporter'

Application for special study permits now available online — BI

Foreign students in the country can now apply for special study permits (SSP) online, the Bureau of Immigration said Thursday. The digitization effort will make it easier for foreign students to apply for such a permit instead of personally going to the BI’s main office. “The permit can now be applied for via the BI’s online services portal at e-services.immigration.gov.ph. This new online application system is expected to significantly improve...

Brit family eat breakfast on sunbeds at dawn to get around hotel rules

A British tourist family has revealed the cut-throat techniques they employ to secure the best sunbed spots in the dog-eat-dog world of resort holidays.

Properties of SMHCC among PH Top 10 Best Hotels

TWO acclaimed hotel brands under SM Hotels and Conventions Corp.'s (SMHCC) portfolio, namely Conrad Manila and Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu, have both received the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2024 as part of the Top 10 Best Hotels in the Philippines. Both properties made it as two of the best city hotels in the country. Beyond mere opulence, Conrad Manila continues to exhibit unparalleled service and Filipino hospitality at its...

'There are 3 types of people on planes. If you’re number two, we need to talk…'

Quick! You have to take a flight. Which seat are you choosing — window, aisle or middle? Well, well, well. What do we have here? Thank you for falling into my trap. According to TikToker Gabi (@umgabi), there are only three types of people that exist, and your plane seat of choice says everything there is to know about your personality. So, ... Continued

Armed police storm Palace of Versailles in Paris over 'security incident'

An evacuation is currently underway at the Palace Versailles in Paris as armed police rush to the scene and the tourist attraction confirmed that it had closed

Where do the world's tallest and shortest people live?

Which country do you think ranks as the nation with the tallest average human height? On the other hand, which country do you think has the shortest average human height? World Population Review has published its Average Height by Country 2024 report, and it makes for some interesting statistics. But exactly where on the planet do the tallest and shortest people live? Click through and find out if you measure up.

One year later, is Chicago still SVG's kind of town?

Shane van Gisbergen recently got his first real taste of Chicago. During a media tour to leverage hyping the most stunning victory of the 2023 season, van Gisbergen also played Windy City tourist. He visited the Art Institute, Motor Row District and State Street. He checked out the Centennial Ferris wheel on Navy Pier. He […]

The fascinating history behind the seaplane

A little over 100 years ago, landing a plane on water was simply unthinkable. But very soon, designs were being drawn up that enabled a fixed-wing aircraft to do just that. The idea quickly took off, and the invention of the seaplane marked an important step forward in the history of aviation. And while its heyday was in the 1920s and '30s, the seaplane is still seen today in skies across the world. But how exactly did this type of aircraft evolve, and who are its earliest pioneers? Click through and find out more about the seaplane.

In uncertain times, Americans take a break for Independence Day

NEW YORK (Reuters) -Millions of Americans took a welcome Fourth of July break on Thursday, flocking to parades, fireworks shows and barbecues for a brief respite from the daily drumbeat of unsettling news at home and abroad. The holiday, which marks the July 4 signing of the Declaration of Independence from Britain in 1776, is a day when Americans traditionally celebrate with proud displays of

Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly cause a sensation among British tourists as they make surprise appearance at budget Mediterranean holiday resort

The sudden appearance of the TV presenting duo, both 48, in beach wear at the Protur Bonaire Hotel in Cala Bona saw excitement spread like wildfire among guests.

Travel expert reveals his top tips for booking cheap international flights - and timing is everything

Los Angeles-based travel expert Geoffrey Fuller has revealed his top tips to bagging the cheapest plane tickets, with all of his recommended travel services free to use.

Palace wants better e-visa system for Indian tourists

Citing the need to make the Philippines more accessible to travelers, President Marcos has directed government agencies to implement a streamlined e-Visa system for Indian nationals wanting to visit the country. He gave the directive in his meeting with the Private Sector Advisory Council’s (PSAC) Tourism Sector Group in Malacañang on Wednesday. In posts on his Facebook and Instagram pages, the President also highlighted the government’s...