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Smithsonian backtracks on 'Latinx' internships and opens scheme up to all races after legal challenge: latest blow to diversity hiring at US institutions

'Every student who is interested in this area of museum studies should have the opportunity to compete for an internship without their race being a factor,' said legal activist Edward Blum.


Ghanaian Photographer Gerard Annan-Forson Comes Into Focus with a US Retrospective

His pictures memorably captured his country's postcolonial period.


Historic European cafés you need to visit

Europe's enviable café culture revolves around some of the most famous and iconic coffeehouses on the continent. In their time, many of these distinguished establishments have served a litany of famous celebrities including artists, writers, scientists, philosophers, and even royalty. But where can you find Europe's most beautiful and best-preserved cafés and teahouses? Click through and walk through these historic coffee-serving landmarks.


New artworks celebrate Caithness town's heritage

Artworks have been created to liven up areas around Wick High Street.


Activists sue US National Park Service over plan to remove Puerto Rico's famous stray cats

Activists sue US National Park Service over plan to remove Puerto Rico's famous stray cats - A nonprofit organization has sued the U.S. National Park Service over a plan to remove Puerto Rico’s famous stray cats from a historic district in the U.S. territory


Discover history's multilingual US presidents

The President of the United States is used to talking tough. But how many presidents in US history were able to do so in another language besides English? Not many people realize that there are 21 former White House incumbents who could converse in at least one foreign language. Some, in fact, were multilinguists. And did you know that there was one American president who didn't speak English as his first language. Intrigued? Click through and discover the presidents who could communicate in foreign tongues.


The incredible ways food was preserved during the Middle Ages


A truck got stuck underneath an Emirates A380 at a Moscow airport and tore a hole in the fuselage

The driver of the truck reportedly suffered a stroke before colliding with the superjumbo, which was preparing to depart from Domodedovo airport.


Glastonbury outside the festival: The best places to stay year-round

Glastonbury outside the festival: The best places to stay year-round - From treetop hideaways to stately country homes, here are the spots to hunker down in the medieval music town


London travel news LIVE: Channel ferries cancelled and delayed while trains face disruption as Storm Nelson hits

London travel news LIVE: Channel ferries cancelled and delayed while trains face disruption as Storm Nelson hits -


Amsterdam’s new tourism campaign is patronising and toothless – but they’re right to treat Brits like imbeciles

Amsterdam’s new tourism campaign is patronising and toothless – but they’re right to treat Brits like imbeciles - OPINION: The Dutch capital is once again targeting British ‘party tourists’ to discourage them from visiting. The initiative might not make anyone think twice about a rager in the Red Light District but highlights our humiliating ‘Brits Abroad’ reputation once again, writes Benjamin Parker


I was on HMS Windrush when it began to sink – lowering the lifeboats took so long people had to jump

Squashed under a bench in a lifeboat, clutching the teddy bear I’d snatched from my cabin and surrounded by some 60 other children and women, I watched the Empire Windrush, aflame from stern to stern, in awe. Parts of its burnt funnel were dropping into the Mediterranean. A lifeboat crashed into the sea because the electric supply required to lower...


9 of the wildest urban legends in Disney history – and which ones are true


‘I love UAE’ message appears near mysterious runway on Red Sea island

A mysterious runway on a tiny island guarding the entrance to the Red Sea has appeared with “I love UAE” next to it in giant letters seen from space. No country has publicly claimed the construction taking place on Abd al-Kuri island, a Yemeni stretch of land rising out of the Indian Ocean near the mouth of the Gulf of Aden. However, satellite imag...


The enemies of the West are exploiting our open borders

America’s insulation culture makes it easier to ignore greater issues happening across the world, giving us the false impression that the world’s problems won’t reach our doorsteps. We see ourselves as an advanced nation with advanced concerns, freed from the great burdens faced by those living within failed states wracked by extreme violence. But ...


Delve into the enchanting ruins of the UK's religious heritage

The centuries-old ruins of abbeys, churches, and priories always conjure up romantic images of a monastic and pious way of life. Throughout the United Kingdom, the remains of many of these religious buildings stand as a legacy of the Reformation, when Henry VIII disbanded numerous monasteries, priories, convents, and friaries in the 1530s. Today, these ecclesiastical wonders serve as evocative reminders of a distant past and rank among the most compelling of visitor attractions. Click through this gallery and admire the ruins of some of the UK's greatest places of worship.


UK airport expects record weekend as Easter egg warning issued

UK airport expects record weekend as Easter egg warning issued - Turkey, Dubai and the Canary Islands are among the most popular destinations


Europe's hidden gems that are definitely worth visiting

Take a look at these 30 beautiful under-the-radar European cities to visit this year.


The Most Beautiful Places in All 50 States

An American-made must-see list.


Perth Museum: presents the Stone of Scone beautifully (and not far from a giant salmon)

At the centre of Perth’s £27 million new museum – repurposing its overbearing Edwardian city hall, with four bully-boy putti galumphing above a classical façade – there is a curatorial conundrum that weighs approximately 335lb. The Stone of Destiny, or Stone of Scone, is the star item in the public collection of Perth and Kinross, which also includ...


When are the next train and Tube strikes? Easter holidaymakers face misery as Aslef announces walkouts

When are the next train and Tube strikes? Easter holidaymakers face misery as Aslef announces walkouts - Commuters are advised to plan their journeys and allow extra time for them amid the Aslef walkouts


Simon Calder travel advice: When to renew your passport before visiting Europe

Simon Calder travel advice: When to renew your passport before visiting Europe - Everything you need to know about the expiry rules post-Brexit


We've managed to find an affordable Michelin-star restaurant in London

We have you sorted this Easter Bank Holiday


20 extinct ancient peoples you never knew existed

Throughout history, civilizations have come and gone. Here’s a roundup of 20 extinct ancient peoples you might not be familiar with.


Fire rules for Airbnb owners – how to comply and avoid a fine

New fire safety rules took effect in October, forcing many holiday let owners to scramble to install smoke detectors and fire doors. Anyone who lets a property for even a single night now needs to create a written fire safety risk assessment – or pay someone else to – before they can take in paying guests. This includes owners using Airbnb and othe...


OPINION - The Southbank Centre is UK's fifth most visited attraction, but we need more government investment

The Southbank Centre is UK's fifth most visited attraction, but we need more government investment -


The world's most unloved countries where tourists rarely visit

These are some of the world's most unloved countries, based on 2022 visitor numbers from UN Tourism – and here's why you should consider them for your wish list.


UK airports bracing for two million British holidaymakers over Easter weekend

UK airports bracing for two million British holidaymakers over Easter weekend - Turkey, Dubai and the Canary Islands are among the most popular destinations amid wet and windy weather forecast for the UK.


Easter getaways hit by travel disruption

Wet and windy conditions hit parts of the UK ahead of Easter, coinciding with the end of term for many schools.


Anitta & More Announced as Co-Chairs for Global Citizen NOW Summit

The two-day summit, where the Brazilian star is set to speak, will take place May 1-2 in New York.


Easter travel - live: Storm Nelson brings bank holiday chaos as planes can’t land and flooding cancels trains

Easter travel - live: Storm Nelson brings bank holiday chaos as planes can’t land and flooding cancels trains - Journeys on popular routes such as the M25 are expected to take twice as long


New York City congestion toll OK'd for part of Manhattan

Traveling in New York is already costly, but it just got worse: transit authorities have approved a controversial $15 toll, set to take effect in mid-June, for motorists entering the busiest part of Manhattan. Passenger and small commercial vehicles entering Manhattan south of 60th Street from Queens, Brooklyn and neighboring New Jersey will pay $15 during the day and $3.75 at night -- on top of any bridge or tunnel fees they already incur.


Paranoid Putin: Russia's leader goes to extreme lengths to stay safe


The British Museum names Nicholas Cullinan its new director as it tries to get over a rocky patch

The British Museum names Nicholas Cullinan its new director as it tries to get over a rocky patch - The British Museum has appointed Nicholas Cullinan as its new director


St. Vincent announces 2024 North American tour: dates, tickets and more

St. Vincent has announced details of a headline North American tour – and this is how to get tickets. The artist will visit venues across the US and Canada in 2024 as part of the All Born Screaming Tour. Fans can get their hands on tickets from 10am local time on 5 April via Ticketmaster. This article contains affiliate links, PinkNews may earn revenue if you click through and purchase products through the links. The tour will begin on 22 May in...


Bluebird museum tells restorers to stop harassment

The lead engineer behind the hydroplane's restoration disputes the museum's claims.


From caves to lagoons and lost-in-time islands: Britain's top 15 stunning 'off the beaten track' locations to explore this Easter revealed. So how many have YOU visited?

This hotlist was identified by Jeep and a team of experts from Ordnance Survey. They are all pinpointed on an interactive 'Get Lost with Jeep Compass' digital map.


Essential hiking tips everyone should know

Hiking is a pastime that many enjoy, and few get to do it as often as they would like. There's something special about being out in the wilderness with the sound of crunching earth under your boots. The wind rushing through the trees almost seems to bring us back to a simpler, more relaxed version of ourselves. It's probably a good indication that we should get out and do it more! However, when you're on a hike, many things can (and in all probability will) go wrong, so it's important to be as prepared as possible. If you want to be the hiking expert who leads the charge into nature then click through this gallery for the skills, tips, and tricks you will need to succeed on any hiking expedition.


What is the Stone of Destiny? Historical Scottish artefact in new Perth exhibition

What is the Stone of Destiny? Historical Scottish artefact in new Perth exhibition - The ancient symbol of monarchial power has found a new home


103 incredible places to see in your lifetime

Whether it's canyons and mountains or quaint towns and historic cities, there's plenty on the planet to please the eye. Join us on an armchair tour of the world's 103 most beautiful places.


Migrant caravan of 2,000 expected to reach US border in days

A 2,000-person migrant caravan is days away from arriving in the US, with the first group already within a day or two of El Paso, Texas.


Snap! Evening Standard: Best Photos of the Day from around the world

Snap! Evening Standard: Best Photos of the Day from around the world - See the best images of the day from around the world.


30 beautiful lighthouses around the world

Feast your eyes on the prettiest lighthouses on the planet.


The best spots along the Thames to watch the 2024 Boat Race

The best spots along the Thames to watch the 2024 Boat Race - Spectators can watch Oxbridge crews take to the water on Saturday


Map Shows Chinese Spy Plane's Pacific Flight Route

The intelligence-gathering aircraft flew the same route for the second time this month.


Cathedral readies for most important time of year

Preparations are underway for Easter weekend celebrations in Canterbury.


The essential country music road trip playlist

Here are 20 essential country road trip tunes, from classics like Willie Nelson's "On The Road Again" to Luke Combs's chart-topping cover of "Fast Car."


Incredible airports around the world that fly under the radar

These are some of the coolest and quirkiest lesser-known airports around the world.


American happiness has taken a major dive and there’s one reason why


How Tenerife traded in full English breakfasts for Michelin stars

As a Canary Island resident, I’m proud to say that times are changing on the island of eternal spring. What was once a Full English-vending, cheap-as-chips package holiday destination is maturing into a place for more sophisticated palettes. It’s a bold statement, I know – but it comes backed by a certain tyre-manufacturer-cum-restaurant-authority,...