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Magic and metaphysics: what was the Order of the Golden Dawn?

Secret societies are shrouded in mystery. They usually have strange requirements for entry, and engage in arguably even stranger practices. One such group, which had an enduring effect on the world of magic and metaphysics, is the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. Many renowned artists, writers, medics, and actors of its time were reputedly part of this secret society, but barely anyone had a clue! Intrigued? Click on to learn more about the Golden Dawn and its supernatural legacy...

Emirates Airline to resume flights to Nigeria from October 1st

Emirates will resume services to Nigeria from 1 October 2024, operating a daily service between Lagos and Dubai, according to an official statement from Emirates Airlines. ・Emirates will resume services to Nigeria from 1 October 2024. ・Flights to Nigeria were halted in October 2022 due to the airline's inability to repatriate $85 million in revenue...

Asian cities dominate list of best cities for digital nomads

Digital nomads prefer Asia as a destination for remote work with Asia’s cities in the top 10.

DON'T make these 32 eating errors while travelling abroad

Discover surprising dining customs from around the world – including tipping culture, where to sit and how to behave at the table.

Missing hiker, 23, who vanished in Colorado, sent friend final text from mountain summit

Missing hiker, 23, who vanished in Colorado, sent friend final text from mountain summit - Strong winds and whiteout conditions have made searching for Lucas Macaj difficult

Award-Winning barista Kgune Dlamini brews inclusivity at Africa’s Travel Indaba

Kgune Dlamini brews his coffee with passion, dedication, and a touch of inclusivity. This award-winning barista is breaking barriers and fostering connections at Africa’s Travel Indaba,leaving a lasting impact on delegates and visitors alike.

The bubbly and vino will be flowing at Joburg’s Champagne and Bubbles Fest

The festival promises attendees an unforgettable experience at this exclusive event.

Acsa says King Shaka International Airport is flying high

King Shaka Airport, said Myataza, won the award for Best Regional Airport in Africa in the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2024.

Step back in time with these historic images of the world's capital cities

Take a trip back in time with us as we dig through some of the oldest photographic images ever taken of the world’s capital cities, ranging across six continents.

HOW the EcoFlow River series of power stations saved the day … and night

Here's a first-hand story about how you don’t need load-shedding to get the most out of the EcoFlow River series of portable power stations …

Egypt's pyramids may have been built on long-lost branch of river Nile

Archaeologists have discovered that the famous structures could have been built along a long-lost branch of the river Nile.

Ethekwini Municipality is working on renovating the city to put it back on the map

City officials in Durban say they are working to make Africa’s playground great again with the city’s Inner City Regeneration Project.

27 fascinating things you might not know about trains

Do you know where to find the fastest trains? Which country has the largest railway network? Which countries have no railways at all? Here are some curious train truths that most people don't know.

Tips on how to navigate a restaurant wine list

Take the pressure out of navigating a restaurant’s wine collection with these simple tips.

How Center Parcs holidays in the UK are far more expensive than Europe

The price of holidays at 32 Center Parcs sites across England, France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany was found to vary wildly in peak school holiday periods, according to research by Which?

Top 10 expert tips to help parents travelling with an autistic child

Autism is considered a special need because it requires extra attention, support and services to help individuals achieve their full potential, and parents with autistic children also need support to deal with their special needs during travel.

Beyonce gave Kamala Harris tickets to Renaissance tour show last year

Beyonce gave Kamala Harris tickets to Renaissance tour show last year - The Renaissance tour tickets for Ms Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff cost $1,655.92

My European flag was confiscated at Eurovision — this is why it's wrong

For us, young people from all corners of Europe, the European flag is a unifying symbol that transcends borders, cultures, and languages. It symbolises our collective desire to live in a Europe where freedom, peace, and cooperation reign supreme, Dorin Frăsîneanu writes. View on euronews

LGBTQ+ rights in Europe: Malta tops most progressive list

A new ranking and EU study shed light on the continent's most and least progressive countries when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights

Visa announces major changes that will see Americans carry fewer cards

Visa is changing how their debit and credit cards work in order to reduce the number of physical cards Americans need to carry around. Expect the new changes by this summer.

UJ climbs global rankings, secures top spot in Africa

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has reason to rejoice as it celebrates a remarkable ascent in global rankings. Securing the top position in South Africa and across the African continent among universities younger than 50-years-old.

Michelin star awarded to Mexican taco stand for first time

The small taqueria in Mexico City serves only four types of meat tacos and two sauces. It is among 18 restaurants on the inaugural Michelin Guide Mexico.

The ultimate guide to creating a weekend getaway travel itinerary

Have you been craving your next adventure or thinking about where you’d go if you had the time? If you’re like most people, the answer is a resounding yes! Before you actually set foot in the destination, though, it’s important to plan. Planning involves creating a travel itinerary and, whether you’ve created one before or not, simply thinking through these questions can be very impactful. This guide will help ensure you have everything covered from start to finish, and have the greatest chance of truly enjoying your next trip. Curious about what to include in your travel itinerary? Click through to learn more.

Here's where you should travel this summer, according to your zodiac sign

Top 16 things to do in Ballito: Discover the Dolphin Coast

Ballito, also fondly known as the Dolphin Coast, offers couples, families, and solo adventurists various exciting things to see and do. What are Ballito's must-sees?

Boeing 747 engine bursts into flames during takeoff

The plane took off from Makassar, Indonesia, bound for Medina in Saudi Arabia but had to turn back after flames were spotted leaping from the engine during takeoff.

Grandmother makes history as first person to complete 17-hour swim through shark-infested waters

Grandmother makes history as first person to complete 17-hour swim through shark-infested waters - Amy Appelhans Gubser braved apex predators and icy conditions during her world record swim between San Francisco and the Farallon Islands

Ramaphosa to visit George disaster site as toll climbs to 33

By Wednesday a number of families had been reunited with their loved ones after they were rescued from the site and received medical treatment.

Jared Kushner gets green light on $500m Serbia hotel project

Jared Kushner gets green light on $500m Serbia hotel project - Serbian minister said he had chosen ‘reputable American company’

Europe's prettiest hilltop towns and villages

Europe is blessed with numerous picture-perfect hilltop towns and villages. Most are centuries old, having been established during the Middle Ages as strategic hubs during times of conflict and turmoil. As rural centers for horticulture, these destinations were celebrated for their cultivation of olives, wine, and other produce. Today, many of these places serve as popular tourist destinations, blessed as they are with outstanding architecture and a tangible sense of tradition. In fact, if you're planning to explore the continent, make sure to include some of these scenic highlights in your travel itinerary. Already packed? Click through and find out where to go and what to see.

Best European destinations for a family summer vacation

Summer is just starting in Europe, and tourists are flocking to all the warm, beautiful coastal towns the continent has to offer. However, many other European destinations are perfect for families and some of them are still pretty much under the radar. Whether you're looking for sea and sand, adventure, mountains, or cultural sites, these places are guaranteed to delight the entire family. Click through and find out more!

The incredible history behind your favourite desserts

We reveal the surprising roots of 15 of the world's classic desserts including the Victoria sponge cake.

Sin City loses an icon: Casino that spurred 90s boom in Las Vegas is closing

Sin City loses an icon: Casino that spurred 90s boom in Las Vegas is closing - The iconic Mirage hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip will shut its doors on July 17

Have you driven any of the world's most dangerous roads?

Countries with the world's most dangerous roads

Where is Bridgerton filmed? The real life locations to visit for a tour of ‘the ton’

Where is Bridgerton filmed? The real life locations to visit for a tour of ‘the ton’ - Here are the palaces, parks and stately homes behind Netflix’s Regency high society

The exchange rate in these African countries will make South Africans feel ‘rich’

Travelling beyond South Africa’s borders allows you to experience different cultures first-hand and can help you gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the continent and the people in it.

Tour 10 secret government bunkers hidden deep underground

From JKF's covert Cold War bunker in Florida to Hitler's Führerbunker and Stalin's huge bunker under Moscow, take a tour of the most fascinating secret bunkers where history unfolded...

Small town goes to war with big developers trying to destroy land

A small Florida town has gone head-to-head with big developers attempting to destroy their stunning and protected rural pastureland with housing estates.

Travel Indaba: Strategic partnerships in tourism highlights South Africa's potential as a film and music destination

Delve into insightful discussions on the synergies between film, music, and tourism, featuring esteemed panellists from the entertainment industry.

New travel rules will affect holidays to 29 countries

20 disturbing facts about whales, the giants of the sea

What do the largest animal to have ever lived, the loudest and most inventive singer in nature, one of the only animals to use tools and one of the few animals to pick a fight with a giant squid have in common? They’re all whales! Dive into these fascinating and unsettling whale facts.

The foods Americans miss the most when abroad

One of the best aspects of traveling or living abroad is getting to try new cuisines and broaden your palette. Even so, Americans miss many things from back home—with food definitely topping the list. A list of some of the most-missed all-American foods follows in the gallery. Make sure not to read this with an empty stomach!

Exhibition traces Jewish origins of Hollywood

A new exhibition opening in California this weekend traces the Jewish origins of Hollywood. The exhibition, which is on permanent display at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, takes its name from the original sign that loomed over downtown Hollywood.

BA flight in emergency mayday landing after cockpit fills with smoke

Rail recovery on key Joburg suburban line hampered by stoning, vandalism

Barely a week since the reopening of the Midway-Johannesburg railway line, several new trains have been stoned in areas such as Kliptown in Soweto.

Ancient 'giant' viruses are discovered in Yellowstone's Hot Springs

Researchers found giant viruses in Yellowstone Park's geothermal hot springs. The virus poses no risk to humans but could explain what the conditions on Earth were like when life formed.

Russia has discovered the world’s largest oil reserve in Antarctica

Travel chaos warning as Boeing safety crisis leads to plane shortage

Boeing’s aircraft delivery delays and safety issues could mean that several airlines might have to cancel flights or push back their summer schedules as many are struggling to secure enough aircraft for the peak season. View on euronews

Zoo experts hatch one of world's rarest birds to help save them from extinction

Conservationists have managed to hatch one of the rarest birds on the planet - bringing fresh hope the critically endangered species can be saved from extinction. The blue-eyed ground dove chick has become only the third of its kind to ever be raised in human care and only 15 individuals are believed to remain in the wild.

United Airlines eyes Airbus aircraft as plot thickens for Boeing

Lettnin said the African continent in its entirety and the southern part were rich with opportunities that United Airlines were keen to take on as they arose.