As figures for this July indicated 155,000 fewer guests staying on Croatia’s celebrated coast as compared to 2023, Minister of Tourism Tonči Glavina pointed to a new national strategy of quality tourism rather than mass numbers. Having bounced back from the pandemic, Croatia now finds that its prime...

Croatia aims for quality tourism, not quantity

We all know Sydney and Melbourne – they’re the go-to cities for any traveller touching down in Australia. But once you’ve ticked off all the bucket list items – we’re looking at you, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House – where to next? Sure, you could continue adventuring along the Great Ocean Road to Adelaide, or wind your way up the coast to Brisbane – but why not shake things up? Ditch the crowds and head to these lesser-known, yet equally awesome cities in Australia.

The 10 most underrated cities in Australia (according to an Aussie)

The city is full of amazing things to do once autumn arrives, from apple picking and visiting pumpkin patches to discovering corn mazes and strolling through the city’s farmers’ markets. But we all know leaf-peeping is at the top of our list. Grab a cozy coffee from one...

This 2024 fall foliage tracker reveals which Quebec areas are hitting peak season

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An Aldi shopper recently shared her disturbing experience with a moldy rice package from the supermarket, sparking debate. A TikTok user named @defonotlils posted a video on June 6 that quickly became popular, accumulating more than 674,600 views. In the video, she shares what happened after finding out about something.

This is why I don’t shop at Aldi: Woman can’t believe what she found in her packaged rice from Aldi

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When you head out on a cruise, you’re most likely thinking about suntan lotions, umbrella cocktails, and endless buffets. You’re not likely to be thinking about disappearing without a trace.

Vanished At Sea: Mysterious Cruise Ship Disappearances

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Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals a significant trend: Florida is experiencing a substantial outflow of residents. According to the latest figures, over 275,000 individuals left Florida for other states in 2022.

Florida Sees Surge in Departures as Hundreds of Thousands Move Out

Taiwanese restaurant mini-chain Bao are set to open up a brand new spot. Bao City will launch on September 26 at Bloomberg Arcade in the Square Mile, joining other Bao outlets in Borough, King’s Cross, Soho and Marylebone, alongside the two branches of Bao Noodle Shop in Shoreditch and Battersea.

A brand new branch of Bao – complete with karaoke – is opening

We’ve all heard of the Orient Express, but what about the Norient Express? No, that’s not a typo – instead, it’s the name of a dazzling new service which is set to launch through Norway (get it?). Due to launch in autumn 2025, the inaugural service...

You’ll soon be able to explore Norway on this dazzling new train

If you’re exploring a new city, copping an e-scooter can be a pretty fun way to get from A to B, but we all know the feeling of stepping onto a crossing and almost being knocked sideways by one zooming past at a crazy high speed. And apparently, Madrid...

Madrid could become the next European city to ban e-scooters

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It's been two years since actress Kirstie Alley died from colon cancer in 2022 at just 71. She blazed her way to fame with her big break as Vulcan Starfleet Lt. Saavak in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Kahn (1982) and sealed her stardom with her Emmy-winning performance as Rebecca Howe in the last six seasons of Cheers (NBC, 1982-1993). This is her story.

In Memory of 'Cheers'/'Star Trek' Actress Kirstie Alley: 2 Years After Her Tragic Death From Cancer

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Good news for al fresco dining lovers: Center City District is testing a post-pandemic car-free Rittenhouse Square on Sundays throughout September. The initiative—called Open Streets: West Walnut—will take place on four consecutive Sundays in September, beginning September 8 through September 29, with closures going into effect by 8am and opening back up at 6pm on 18th Street from Locust to Chestnut and Walnut Street from 15th to 19th Street. This news marks progress towards safer streets and public transit solutions that prioritize pedestrian-only zones, furthering Vision Zero's goals to end preventable fatalities and injuries by drivers. Bonus: The extension of public space along Rittenhouse Row, Philadelphia’s most popular shopping and dining destination, will coincide with Center City District Restaurant Week.

Rittenhouse Row goes car-free every Sunday in September

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Food Network chef Esther Choi will show off her Korean cooking skills when she opens Mokbar (which has three locations in New York City) in Las Vegas this fall. While there are still plenty of great buffets in Las Vegas, the food hall has become a worthy, sometimes upscale alternative for those looking for a quick bite on the Strip. Choi bringing Mokbar to the Forum Food Hall at Caesars Palace is evidence of just that.

Esther Choi is bringing Korean cuisine to this Vegas food hall

It feels like just a few weeks ago that we were ringing in the new year with Sydney Festival, but believe it or not, we’re in September – which means that daylight savings is just around the corner. Here’s everything you need to know about daylight savings in NSW, including when to turn your clocks forward, and what it will mean for your sleep pattern.

Daylight savings is returning in NSW next month – here’s when to turn your clocks forward

Fashion lovers are going to lose their heads over the V&A’s big autumn 2025 exhibition, focusing as it does on the sartorial tastes of one of history’s most notable bonce droppers. 'Marie Antoinette Style' will look at Marie Antoinette, the French queen who was put to the guillotine in 1793 during the French Revolution, and her enduring impact on fashion, design and culture, as well as ‘the origins and countless revivals of the style shaped by the most fashionable queen in history’.

An extravagant exhibition about Marie Antoinette is coming to the V&A next year

The ever-youthful Barbie turns 65 this year and its working with Krispy Kreme to dole out some celebratory sweet treats. This September, head down to any Krispy Kreme outlet in Singapore to snag three new Barbie-themed donuts. These confections are all dressed in colours and decorations inspired by the fashionable doll's fabulous world – think pink, sparkles, and Malibu blue.

Krispy Kreme just dropped a fabulous Barbie-themed donut collection in Singapore

If things were beginning to sound quiet on the Melbourne-Sydney rivalry front, prepare for some noise. The Academic Ranking of World Universities for 2024 (ARWU) has been published, and in turn the best university in Australia has been revealed. Drumroll, please... The University of Melbourne has again been crowned Australia's...

This is officially the best university in Australia, according to a new global ranking

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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Do you have a friend, relative, or co-worker who tends to gaslight others? Their manipulative acts could be influenced by their zodiac signs. Gaslighting happens when someone tries to influence a situation to make themselves appear rational while making you look insane and inconsistent.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Will Likely Gaslight You

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(MA) Are you ready to meet an adorably gentle Great Pyrenees Pup who enjoys cuddling cats? Well, he is ready to meet you and move into your home as well. Hoss is a 4-year-old Great Pyrenees mix pup who recently came into Great Dog Rescue New England's care for unspecified reasons.

Gentle Giant Great Pyrenees Is Searching For A Home

After years of campaigns and fundraising, Snowdonia National Park Authority has officially approved the expansion of the beloved Bala Lake Railway. Speculative work on extending the 156-year-old line has been going on for 10 years and over that time Bala Lake Railway Trust has managed to raise a whopping £4 million to make it happen. The plans have now got the go ahead. after an initial proposal was rejected in April last year.

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New Zealand is tripling its tourist tax – here’s why

If there’s one thing New Zealand is known for, it’s knockout scenery. Whether you’re hiking, cycling or driving around the place, pretty much everywhere you look...

New Zealand is tripling its tourist tax – here’s why

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