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Multi-million pound cinema to open in town centre

Vue says it will create 50 jobs when it opens the new venue in Basildon town centre.

2024-06-27T15:36:46Z

Pretty UK village frozen in time where almost everything is owned just by one man

A charming, timeless village in the Sussex country, Firle is home to a manor house where the family who own almost all of the village still lives to this day.

2024-06-27T08:03:48Z

Discover America's top fishing spots

Fishing is one of America's favorite pastimes. Besides promoting relaxation, fishing also strengthens family bonds and helps families connect with nature. In a country as big and vast as the US, it's no wonder fishing holds a special place in the hearts of many citizens. This list, inspired by Time Out, highlights America's best locations to catch 'em all! Check out this gallery to see America's best fishing spots.

2024-06-27T09:19:37Z

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

Patagonia gave 90 staff a choice — relocate across the US or leave the company. They've got 3 days to decide.

One staffer told Business Insider that the company's culture has shifted in recent years, and that it is now a "big corp in sheep's clothing."

2024-06-27T09:59:22Z

Bridge still closed 200 days after weir collapses

Steph Nissen says the closure has an "absolute impact" on visitors to the park.

2024-06-27T11:21:34Z

LOOK: Burial jar lid repatriated to Philippines from Iowa, USA

MANILA, Philippines — A burial jar lid from Iowa, United States of America was repatriated to the Philippines earlier this month, the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) said. According to the NMP’s Facebook post on Wednesday, the burial lid, which was returned to the country last June 7, was from Brooke’s Point in Palawan, where it was acquired by American donor Donald Thomas in the 1960s. READ: DBM OKs creation of 89 plantilla positions...

2024-06-27T04:22:47Z

Major travel company cancels all bookings up to and including 26 July

Youtravel said it had taken the "difficult" decision to extend cancellations - UK travellers will be told in coming days if their holiday is impacted

2024-06-27T07:03:26Z

I'm an Arizona native. I always see first-timers make these 8 mistakes at the Grand Canyon.

I live in Arizona, and I've found most first-time tourists make these mistakes when visiting the Grand Canyon.

2024-06-27T15:26:39Z

Rescuers seek to bring down bodies found on Japan's Mount Fuji

TOKYO (AP) — Three bodies were found inside a crater at the summit of Mount Fuji, Japan’s most famous mountain, with one of them already brought down from the slopes, police said Thursday. The identities of the people, including gender or age, were not confirmed. An effort to bring back the two other bodies will continue Friday or later, depending on weather conditions, they said. A search was called off for Thursday because of forecasts for...

2024-06-27T07:11:52Z

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

Genome study deepens mystery of what doomed Earth's last mammoths

By Will Dunham (Reuters) - About 4,000 years ago, the last of Earth's woolly mammoths died out on a lonely Arctic Ocean island off the coast of Siberia, a melancholy end to one of the world's charismatic Ice Age animals. But what doomed this last mammoth population on Wrangel Island? A new genomic analysis deepens the mystery. The study offers the fullest account to date of the inbreeding,

2024-06-27T15:05:23Z

WestJet Airlines begins 'cancelling flights and parking aircraft' as strike looms

This is the second round of cancellations within days due to a potential strike by maintenance engineers calling for better pay and work conditions.

2024-06-27T14:59:46Z

Dedicated businessman lays on train carriage floor to catch up on work

Hannah Kulmatycki had boarded the LNER service at Edinburgh Waverley station at 9.30am to make the four-and-a-half-hour journey to London King's Cross on Friday, June 21.

2024-06-27T09:59:50Z

Tourism

I AM happy new hotels of significance are being built and planned, and that the President and tourism secretary are pushing this as a major employer and growth opportunity. Also happy to read the Department of Tourism is planning at least initially to build 20 rest stops as it sure beats having to stop and pee by the side of the street, and the lack of choice for women is more problematic. Readers of this column and viewers of my television...

2024-06-27T16:23:22Z

Park life! Take a walk through some of the most impressive green spaces in the world

Stunning landscapes embroidered with exotic flora and a variety of wildlife, these green spaces attract nature lovers and those wishing to relax in serene surroundings. But where are some of the best parks located? Take a trip across this gallery to find out.

2024-02-02T07:38:55Z

UK beach with unique cliffs landscape and WW2 shipwreck

The lines of different colours within the cliff face tell the story of the beach's ancient history

2024-06-27T15:19:53Z

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

Shaun White Reveals the First Place He'll Take Girlfriend Nina Dobrev After She's Recovered From Bike Accident (Exclusive)

The Olympic gold medalist opened up about his upcoming travel plans while chatting with PEOPLE about his partnership with Aruba Tourism Authority

2024-06-27T17:01:45Z

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

TfL data reveals Off-Peak Fridays had 'negligible' impact on journeys

The TfL scheme between March 8 and May 31 reduced travel costs for passengers using contactless and Oyster cards in the Greater London area on Fridays.

2024-06-27T07:44:06Z

Monaco is the world's most expensive place to rent. A monthly budget of $30K will get you a 1,200-square-foot apartment.

Monaco is the world's most expensive residential rental market, according to Knight Frank, far surpassing Hong Kong, London, New York, and Singapore.

2024-06-27T12:34:27Z

An Eater’s Guide to Los Angeles

An unofficial, highly opinionated LA dining guide

2022-03-08T22:12:35Z

Mom claims United Airlines booted her off for using wrong pronouns

Jenna Longoria claims she, her young son and her mom were denied boarding on the United flight on Wednesday over a pronoun mix up, despite her allegedly offering an apology.

2024-06-26T23:17:42Z

The best free exhibitions in London – get your culture fix and keep your money for coffee

The best free exhibitions in London – get your culture fix and keep your money for coffee - Want to have a fun day out but also save those pennies? These free London art exhibitions are perfect

2023-01-16T12:02:30Z

Kendall Jenner Goes Viral for Running Around the Louvre Museum Barefoot. Did She Break Protocol?

A travel expert shares her thoughts on the supermodel's late night, barefoot visit to the museum

2024-06-27T16:11:30Z

Brit tourist rushed to hospital and in intensive care after Spain holiday disaster

Millie Jackson, 20, went on holiday with her boyfriend Cameron West at the beginning of the month and was due to have a tumour removed from her brain in July when she fell seriously ill

2024-06-27T10:21:06Z

Qantas and Jetstar announce flights to a new international route

Qantas and its low-cost stablemate Jetstar have added another route to the Pacific Islands just months after a rival airline collapsed.

2024-06-27T07:29:02Z

Vienna 'most liveable' city, Tel Aviv's rating falls

Vienna is still the world's most liveable city for a third year in a row, while the rating of Tel Aviv in Israel slumped, according to a new survey published Thursday. Vienna was already the world's most liveable city between 2018-20 and again since 2022. jza/jj

2024-06-27T13:34:39Z

I quit teaching to become a luxury-travel advisor. Since making the transition, I've learned a lot and grown professionally.

Kaylee Stith, a former teacher, became a travel agent last year. She spoke with BI about her journey and lessons learned in the travel industry.

2024-06-27T13:19:33Z

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

Traveling for the Fourth of July? Save Money by Borrowing an AirTag

Don't buy a new AirTag for your trip, just borrow one from a friend or family member.

2023-09-29T11:29:42Z

The countries with the most expensive property prices

In this gallery, we take a look at the absolutely staggering prices of property in different countries around the world. There are many ways one could evaluate this, and we've decided to look at it from a price per square meter (around 10.7 square feet) point of view. Some of the results are absolutely jaw-dropping! Join us as we take a trip around the world, but be warned: some of these prices may make you fall out of your seat! All amounts in USD.

2024-01-12T13:12:09Z

The most romantic destinations in the world

The most beautiful cities in the world for couples lie within the next few slides of this gallery. Steeped in history and culture, these cities bring out the lovebirds in all of us. Get lost in the cobblestone streets and fall in love all over again amongst the character that lies between these city walls. What are you waiting for? Swipe through to discover the most romantic locations for couples.

2023-12-08T07:04:04Z

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

The shameful history of human trafficking

Human trafficking is a crime with its origins in the African slave trade of the 16th century. Indeed, it's a form of modern-day slavery defined by the illegal act of gathering, moving, receiving, or keeping human beings by threat, force, coercion, or deception for exploitative purposes such as labor service, a paid-for sex act, and even organ removal. Annually, nearly 20 million people globally are victims of human trafficking, many of them women and children. It's a crime that leaves a lasting toll on human life, families, and communities around the world. So, how exactly are people trafficked, what are the tactics used, and can more be done to eradicate this dreadful exploitation of innocent individuals? Click through and read about the shameful history of human trafficking.

2024-01-25T11:47:00Z

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

Glastonbury's 'mind-blowing' dragonfly unveiled

The incendiary insect replaces the fire-belching spider, which was a much-loved fixture for years.

2024-06-27T11:21:42Z

Glastonbury: Dragonfly replaces spider on iconic Arcadia stage

The iconic Arcadia stage at Glastonbury now takes the form of a dragonfly instead of a spider.

2024-06-27T08:36:38Z

Greece is calling: Your next epic vacation destination awaits

Looking for your next destination vacation? Then look no further. Here are five reasons why your next trip should be to gorgeous Greece! The Mediterranean country which blends ancient history, heavenly landscapes, and exquisite local food is set to satisfy even the most curious travelers. If you're ready for the journey of a lifetime, let us walk you through why you should be visiting this incredible place!

2024-06-26T19:15:38Z

I'm an American mom living in London. School ends in mid-July and my kids don't go to sleep-away camp.

I'm a New Yorker living in London with my four kids. They have school until mid-July and the city has a ton of free activities to keep entertained.

2024-06-27T15:26:37Z

I planned an international trip without my husband. I couldn't believe how people reacted

I respect couples who share every experience with each other, but that’s just not how my marriage functions.

2024-06-27T15:50:27Z

Introducing Gothenburg, Europe's greenest city

Often associated first with IKEA and ABBA, Sweden has spent a long time in the shadow of its southern European counterparts. But as the world becomes increasingly concerned with global warming and protecting the environment, the Scandinavian country is garnering more and more attention for its sustainbility efforts. And it's not all about Greta Thunberg either. There seems to be a consensus throughout the country that the time has come to stop ignoring climate change and make real changes. Check out this gallery to learn all about Gothenburg, the Swedish city that has been declared the greenest in Europe.

2024-01-30T16:01:44Z

The richest fictional characters of all time

Mansions, private jets, and vacations on exotic islands–the ultra-rich certainly seem to have it all! But while the celebrities and tech giants of the real world have been amassing their millions and billions in ways we can somewhat grasp, there are other, less real characters that have impressive fortunes of their own. These fictional characters may not be real, but their bank accounts will make you believe they belong among the glittering crowd of the mega rich. Curious? Click through this gallery to see which characters are worth their weight in gold! All amounts in USD.

2024-04-18T12:12:11Z

Best places for whale watching in the US

Although whale watching is destined to be a hit-or-miss experience, since you can't guarantee you will see these majestic creatures in the wild, some things can help. One of the biggest factors is knowing where and when to look for them. Check this gallery for the spots you’re most likely to see whales in the US.

2024-03-19T10:44:29Z

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

These celebrities have been banned from other countries

Celebrities have the advantage of gaining access to exclusive locations and the opportunity to travel the world, unlike many of us. However, this also means that their behavior or political stance is subject to a higher level of scrutiny. As a result, certain countries have decided to ban these A-listers, despite their fame. Explore this gallery to discover which celebrities have faced bans from specific countries.

2024-01-12T07:26:41Z

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

Fresh talks under way between Aer Lingus and pilots’ union in bid to end dispute

Fresh talks under way between Aer Lingus and pilots’ union in bid to end dispute - Dozens of flights have been cancelled since pilots began a work-to-rule on Wednesday in their bid for an improved pay offer.

2024-06-27T09:43:51Z

‘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