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MSC Cruises welcomes the addition of two new environmentally-friendly cruise ships

Advanced waste water treatment systems and energy efficiency are some features of MSC Cruises’ environmentally conscious newly ordered ships.

20 fun classic beach cars

20 facts you might not know about 'The Shining'

Combine an iconic, taxing director, one of the most successful writers ever, and the biggest movie star of his generation, and you get “The Shining.”

Nepal’s ‘Everest Man’ claims record 29th summit

Nepali climber Kami Rita Sherpa reached the top of Mount Everest for the 29th time Sunday, breaking his own record for the most summits.

Will NYC see the Northern lights Monday night?

The spectacular aurora borealis that millions of sky gazers have witnessed will return tonight-but it may not be in New York.

Mystery 40-mile cave system has left scientists baffled

Urban Giants: the world's largest city with 500 million residents

30 places where you can find peace and meditate

Do you need some time and space to just get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? A place where the stress and anxiety of the mundane seem to melt away? Well, you’re in luck! This beautiful world is full of simple yet wonderful places where you can go and relax or meditate. If you’ve been running to the point of exhaustion lately, take a moment for yourself. Finding places for peace and quiet is easier than you might think! Which location sounds the best to you? Click through to explore more.

Ranked: 29 brilliant US gas station restaurants serving the most delicious food

From tiny taquerias to fine dining spots, here are the best gas station restaurants in America.

The 30 loudest animals in the world

Nature truly is a marvel. There are so many unbelievable sights, smells, and in this gallery, sounds. Most people have heard about the legendary howl of a wolf, or the mighty roar of the king of the jungle, yet not many have actually experienced it. The only way to truly understand the intensity of their voices would be to stand before them, but in many cases, that's not a great idea... Instead, we've decided to use the best comparison which is the decibel (represented as dB). The decibel scale shows us how intense a sound is. The higher the number of decibels is, the louder the sound. For reference, a typical car horn can reach 107–109 dB. In this gallery, you'll find 30 of the loudest animals in the world ranked in order of recorded decibels (dB). Click through and prepare to be surprised!

The world's most expensive places to live, ranked

As the cost of living crisis bites around the world, find out where people pay the most to get by.

Decline in great white sharks off SA’s coast could see apex predator vanish entirely

Evidence suggests they’re being killed in large numbers, yet they’re supposedly protected by law.

The Stylish Person's Guide to Sydney, According to St. Agni's Lara Fells

One of the best parts of fashion and beauty being such global industries is that you're constantly coming across interesting people from all over the globe — the types you'd love to get recommendations from when you're traveling to a new destination. So, we're asking them about their favorite food, shopping and wellness spots in their cities for you, so you can pencil them into your itinerary. Consider this your fashion and beauty person's guide...

Raisi's forgotten trip to Islamabad, and the strategic implication for the US and Israel

Notably, it was the first official Iranian visit to Pakistan since the two Islamic powers exchanged threats and terrorist groups directed attacks on each other’s territory.

Booking.com to face tough new EU tech rules

The European Union on Monday added Dutch online travel giant Booking.com to its list of digital companies that are big enough to fall under tougher competition rules. In the same statement on Monday, the commission also said it opted not to include advertising services provided by X and TikTok on its list. raz/ec/lth

Miami turns into Airbnb's playground

A report found over half of all new Miami condos, a total of 10,335 condo units in the pre-construction phase, are set to be short-term rentals. Experts said the city needs more units for long-term renters.

Why major US airlines are suing the Biden administration

Why major US airlines are suing the Biden administration - The new rule proposed by Biden administration will save consumers more than $500 million a year

The weird & wonderful delights of the Isle of Man Motor Museum

A proper Aladdin's cave of motoring marvels

The essential 70s folk playlist

Flip through the slideshow for 20 essential classics to include on any '70s folk playlist, all of which make for a perfect soundtrack for a road trip or lazy day of lounging and listening to great tunes.

Get ready for flights to space! $1.4bn 'plane' is about to liftoff

After more than a decade in development, 'Dream Chaser' - which can land horizontally on a runway like a traditional aircraft - has completed testing, report Colorado developer Sierra Space.

Rare southern lights sighting in South Africa captured by Western Cape photographer leaves netizens amazed

Gansbaai photographer captured the southern lights in a rare sighting. Photos from around the world showed bright-coloured skies lit up in hot pink.

British Museum could repatriate more contested artefacts

a landmark deal over the return of Asante gold to Ghana is unlikely to be repeated for the Egin marbles which remain problematic for the UK and Greece.

Northern Lights sightings possible again for parts of the UK

The Northern Lights might be visible across parts of the UK again on Sunday night after the rare phenomenon was spotted over the weekend. Also known as aurora borealis, the bands of pink and green light were seen across the UK and in parts of Europe after an “extreme” geomagnetic storm caused them to be more visible, according to the US National Oc...

Tour the world's small but mighty tiny homes

From a floating micro-home to a state-of-the-art pod, the world's best tiny homes that don't compromise on anything.

All the U.S. Tours From Latin Artists Announced for 2024 (Updating)

From Gabito Ballesteros to Chiquis and more, see everyone who's hitting the road in 2024.

Why Qantas is axing its only flights direct to mainland China

The airline will ditch their Sydney to Shanghai service from July 28 due to 'low demand'. The flights were paused for over three years during the Covid-19 pandemic and were only restarted in late October.

Indigenous America's most sacred landmarks

20 mystical places that may have never existed

Some places are just too good to be true : fabulous lands where knights battle monsters, gold is found on the streets, people don’t age, the gods hold sway, and wine runs in rivers. But as much as these mystical places really capture our imagination, the keys to the kingdoms elude us.

The Most Beautiful Places in All 50 States

An American-made must-see list.

10 Famous Explorers Whose Discoveries Connected the World

From Christopher Columbus to Marco Polo, these celebrated—and controversial—explorers made groundbreaking journeys across the globe.

Emirates Group logs record profits of $5.1 billion

Dubai-based Emirates Group announced record annual profits for the second year in a row. Citing strong customer demand, the airline says it has now overcome heavy losses incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The world's natural hot springs and spas you need to visit

These are the most spectacular hot springs on the planet, from mountain-top baths to cascading aquamarine ponds and boiling, burnt orange pools.

World Cocktail Day: the bluffer’s guide to London’s signature cocktails

World Cocktail Day: the bluffer’s guide to London’s signature cocktails - Want to know the smartest orders at the chicest drinking dens? Millie Milliken has a hit list for those pretending to be in the know

An Uncomfortable Paradise: Simon’s Town’s forgotten history of enslaved people

‘While Simon’s Town’s ties to the British Royal Navy is well-documented, there is another narrative. This narrative has, sadly, been neglected. It is the story of enslaved people who once called the coastal town home.’

Hairdresser introduces chat-free 'silent service'

Kati Hakomeri has introduced the special booking option for her clients in Helsinki who would prefer not to make polite chit-chat about their future holidays, weekend plans or the weather.

Five pieces of archaeological evidence that suggests the Bible is true

From signs in the stars to ancient seals unearthed in Jerusalem, there's a surprising amount of evidence of the facts around Bible stories.

The 10 worst French aircraft

France has produced some excellent planes over the years, but its share of duffers too – including these ones

CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews The Fortune Hotel

The format's flaw is that, especially in the early stages of this nightly, eight-part show, none of the couples wants to do a swap, except for the pair lumbered with the elimination card.

Jewish-American icons who changed the world for the better

11 incredible homes boasting their own tiny towns

From a setup plucked from a Spaghetti Western to a replica street from a bygone era, these amazing abodes have to be seen to be believed...

Discussion | Africa's Travel Indaba | African tourism exhibitors to showcase offerings

DURBAN - Africa's Travel Indaba kicks off on Monday. It's a trade show which provides a platform for African tourism exhibitors to showcase their offerings to international and local buyers. The event is expected to be attended by close to 10,000 delegates from over 25 countries. This year's theme is 'Unlocking Opportunities'. South African Morning...

The best barge canal holiday destinations in Europe

Barges, for those who don't know, are flat-bottomed, slow-travel vessels that come in all shapes and sizes, typically hosting between six to 12 passengers. And barge cruising just got a lot cooler, as the newest barges on Europe's canals mimic cozy boutique hotel suites, featuring contemporary designs, sunlit rooms, hot tubs, and more. In this gallery, we take you on a journey to some of Europe's finest cruise destinations. Click on to discover the best barge canal holiday destinations on the continent!

UK completes first test flight of ‘un-jammable’ quantum navigation system

The UK completed a successful test flight of a quantum-powered navigation system that cannot be jammed by foreign actors. View on euronews

Western Cape tourism continues to grow with first-quarter tourist arrivals via air up by 16%

The Western Cape continues to shine as a destination in high demand, as tourist arrivals at Cape Town by air increased by a remarkable 16% year-on-year increase between January and March 2024, reaching 336,268 visitors.

Survé Philanthropies hosts farewell lunch for Hajj pilgrims

For a second year in a row, Survé Philanthropies has been sponsoring Hajj pilgrims through partnering with Rihlatul Umr, Lillah Foundation, and Khidmatul Awaam facilitating the holy pilgrimage.

Weathering the storm to reclaim historic beauty

Our feature on places as they were in old pictures and as they appear today features Margate, hit hard by a storm last month, but showing how a united community has stepped up to restore its beauty.

Town once called 'scam capital of America' is now best place to retire

Retirees are flocking to a stunning, but often rainy Pacific Northwest city with an exploding population and up-and-coming economy.

Ireland–New York portal takes 'dark' turn: 'This is why we can never have nice things'

The portal connecting New York and Ireland has been taking over social media, with many wholesome gestures and phone number swapping. Both installations have been running a 24/7 livestream, allowing "real-time interaction between Dubliners, New Yorkers, and visitors to these two global destinations". However, there's always one or two people that r...

Europe's most underrated cities, according to travel experts

Think of European cities and a plethora of well-known destinations spring to mind. There's no shortage of places to discover the history and culture of this continent. But don't overlook its smaller, less explored cities. Many are hidden gems, far from the hectic crowds, that offer visitors a much more intimate, unspoiled experience. Condé Nast Traveller asked their seasoned contributors to put together a list of Europe's most underrated cities. Using their network of travel specialists and European-based writers, they compiled a list of places you might not have considered—or heard of at all—based on their recommendations. Curious? Click on to uncover Europe's most underrated cities.

Climate change is making it harder to have a smooth flight