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New creature with 'blade-shaped fangs' discovered in a Thailand cave

Reptile hunters scaled a climb 50-foot cliff to catch samples of the new species. The snake has ridged 'keeled' scales on its underbelly, allowing it to 'climb vertical rock faces'

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.

Iconic British seaside treats that are slowly going extinct…

SA's new digital nomad visa and what it means for local coders

With South Africa getting closer to rolling out a digital nomad visa, it is a mix of good news for the economy but also a cause for concern about how it might affect our local coders.Mvelo Hlophe, CEO at ZaioRemote work is gaining popularity, allowing individuals to combine travelling the globe with maintaining full-time employment. And in exciting news for digital nomads – South Africa will launch a new digital nomad visa featuring two...

Inside the world’s largest hotel with a theme park and replica of Times Square – from just $23

Explore the history of the world’s biggest castles

Here we take a look inside the greatest and biggest castles around the world and uncover the epic stories they have to tell.

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour arrives to shake up Europe

Having shaken four continents, Taylor Swift's Eras Tour finally brings the biggest pop culture icon of the century to Europe.

15 of the world’s most beautiful bucket-list cruises

Fancy sailing the high seas this year? Make it an adventure to remember by opting for one of these fantastic once-in-a-lifetime cruises.

Call for restart of direct South Africa-Thailand flights

South Africa’s ambassador to Thailand has said that direct flight connections could boost tourism flows between the countries.

Migrants set up dozens of tents along banks of Dublin's Grand Canal

Photos show the blue tents lined up along a stretch of the canal near the International Protection Office (IPO) on Mount Street.

39 top tips to make flying less scary

Flying tips and hacks for a smoother flight experience.

Inside the luxury doomsday bunkers inspired by a Martian city

See inside the survival shelter inspired by a Martian city and Ancient Rome and built for the super-rich. Plus, explore the affordable but impenetrable Nomad Bunker for weathering the worst

Chinese migrants using Mexican IDs to travel to US

It is thought the IDs are being made and sold by cartels so that migrants travelling to the US from Asia and elsewhere can pass checks by Mexican police as they travel through the country.

Beach town goes to war with locals renting out their homes to tourists

Residents are set to duke it out Tuesday over whether short-term rentals should be broadly legalized on the little island off the coast of Massachusetts.

These are the secrets of the Channel Tunnel as it turns 30

Mzansi angry over R18 billion worth of payouts to illegal foreigners

In the past five years, RAF has disbursed a staggering R18 billion to individuals from foreign countries who lodged claims without proper documentation

Britain's oldest WWII veteran, 109, is honoured with Spitfire flyover

War hero and Britain's oldest World War Two veteran Donald Rose, 109, was honoured with a flyover from two Spitfire aircraft at his care home in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, on Monday.

Moment Russian and American fighter jets meet in eye-to-eye aerial encounter

Bomb threat sparks evacuation of BA flight at Bermuda Airport

Passengers on a British Airways flight were forced to disembark before take-off at Bermuda's main international airport after a bomb threat, it was confirmed yesterday morning.

Mountaineers who vanished climbing Everest may not have reached summit

George Mallory, 37, and Sandy Irvine, 22, were last seen alive on the northeast ridge of the mountain at around 12pm on June 8 1924.

What are the must-see concerts of 2024?

While some artists are heading on tour in 2024 as a farewell, others are bringing fans into a new era. Here is a list of tours that are sure to be the hottest tickets in town.

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.

Done Disney? These are America's alternative theme parks

From huge sites dotted with hair-raising roller coasters, to smaller family-owned affairs, the USA has no shortage of amusement parks.

The Most Beautiful Places in All 50 States

An American-made must-see list.

Climate change, Brexit threaten Dutch tulips

Tulips are a Dutch national treasure: Tourists from all over the world visit when they are in bloom and the Netherlands are the world's largest exporter. But climate change and Brexit are threatening the tulip business.

Spirit of Vasco da Gama lives on

José Costa Pereira, ambassador of Portugal, this week visited the Royal Natal Yacht Club (RNYC) which is preparing to host the iconic Daisy Business Solutions Vasco da Gama Ocean Race from Durban to East London.

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.

Mother's Day lunches at hotels in and around Cape Town

On May 12, top hotels and restaurants in Cape Town and surrounds are rolling out the red carpet with exclusive offerings for Mother’s Day.

Invasion warning as one of Earth’s most dreaded creatures ‘heads to UK’

The up and down history of the airship

When the first airships took to the sky in the mid-19th century, the odd-looking vessels created an aviation sensation. Developed as a successor to the hydrogen balloon, the airship enjoyed its golden years in the 1920s and 1930s. But after the disaster that was the Hindenburg explosion in 1937, airship passenger travel effectively ended. Recently, however, the airship has enjoyed somewhat of a comeback, both as a commercial and military mode of transport. Click through for a uplifting flight through the history of the airship.

Look inside the most modern mansions in the world

From a German villa shaped like a spacecraft to a brand-new mega-mansion overlooking the Sunset Strip, these are the world's most spectacular contemporary cribs.

Polo glamour to be all about ‘Couture on the Green’ at the 2024 Nedbank International Polo

This highly anticipated event promises to be a spectacle of world-class polo, dazzling fashion, and unforgettable celebrations with this year’s theme, ‘Couture on the Green’.

The ‘charming’ seaside town awarded best beach destination in England and Wales

The 15 oldest trees in the world

Boeing probed in US over possible falsified records on 787

US air safety authorities are investigating whether embattled aviation giant Boeing completed required inspections on its 787 aircraft and whether employees falsified records, officials said Monday. "The FAA is investigating whether Boeing completed the inspections and whether company employees may have falsified aircraft records," the agency said.

Australian airline Qantas agrees payouts over 'ghost flights'

Australia's biggest airline Qantas agrees million-dollar settlement after being accused of selling thousands of tickets for flights it had already cancelled. View on euronews

American cities that look and feel like Europe

America’s European heritage can be found everywhere, but some cities and towns across the US really feel like they belong in the Old Continent. Many of these places were settled by European immigrants in the 18th and 19th centuries and their legacy continues to this day. From architecture to traditions, there are places in the US that truly look and feel like Europe. In this gallery, we take you on a journey across America and bring you a list of places you can visit if you’re looking for a European feel, without having to cross the Atlantic. Click on to get to know them.

Museum Day offers free admission to over 100 institutions

Some of the strides taken by our repositories of artworks and other important artifacts will be accessible – and free of charge – on May 9, when this year’s Museum Day event takes place.

Luxury awaits at Africa’s best kept nature sanctuaries

These destinations exemplify beauty with an African touch showcasing the continent’s best assets.

Three charged after bodies found in search for American and Australian tourists who disappeared in Mexico

Three charged after bodies found in search for American and Australian tourists who disappeared in Mexico - Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their American friend Carter Rhoad disappeared nearly a week ago

The exact time 12-hour bank holiday washout will begin

American castles and palaces you didn't know existed

When we think of castles and palaces, Europe often comes to mind. But it turns out there are also some magnificent ones stateside. Sure, you won't find real medieval castles, but there are many historically-relevant and beautiful structures that are definitely worth a visit. In fact, the US is home to several palaces and castles that look like they're straight out of a fairy tale! Ready to embark on a historical journey through the grandest castles and palaces in America? Then click on!

These Norwegian churches are the last of their kind in the world

Nestled in the hills and valleys of Norway’s hostile climate are a series of medieval buildings that are testaments to the test of time. These are the country’s stave churches, and they are significant not only in their architectural splendor, but also in their rich history. What's more, there are only 28 of them left in the whole world! Intrigued? Click through this gallery as we take a closer look at each of them.

Migrants sneak into US when their boat lands at crowded Florida beach

The group of at least three were filmed disembarking the 30-foot sailboat after hitting the sands of Hollywood Beach Saturday morning, from parts unknown.

David Intercontinental Hotel: The ultimate convention center

The David Intercontinental Hotel Tel Aviv has once again been honored as Israel's Leading Conference Hotel 2024 by the World Travel Awards, often dubbed as "The Oscars of the tourism industry." This marks the hotel's second consecutive win and its seventh consecutive victory overall across various categories. Franco Vella, General Manager of the Da...

Award-winning King Shaka International Airport celebrates 14 years

On May 1, the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) marked the 14th anniversary of the King Shaka International Airport (KSIA). The KSIA has been central to the movement of people and goods in the region of KwaZulu-Natal since its inception on May 1, 2010.

Local economy to be boosted as 55 countries are set showcase at Africa’s Travel Indaba 2024

With a fully sold-out floor space and 26 African countries exhibiting at the trade show, Africa Travel Indaba 2024 is set to cement its Pan-African status.

Young woman dies after falling from Cliffs of Moher in Ireland

Young woman dies after falling from Cliffs of Moher in Ireland - She was reportedly visiting the tourist attraction with friends

Opening of luxury hotel shows confidence in Moroccan tourism

The hotel in the thriving port city overlooking the Atlantic Ocean marks the Radisson Hotel Group’s second hotel in Casablanca and the ninth in Morocco.

Map shows Heineken pubs re-opening this year in UK