Mountain View, CA

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

North Carolina State

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Eden, NC

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North Carolina is the 28th largest state by area but boasts the seventh-highest number of counties in the country. If you’re searching for an affordable place to call home in North Carolina, you’re in luck. This diverse and picturesque state offers a range of options that won’t break the bank.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Cheapest Place to Live in The State

Los Angeles County, CA

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It's been over four decades since the demise of beloved actor Milburn Stone, best known as Dr. Galen "Doc" Adams on TV's Gunsmoke (CBS, 1955-1975). The Emmy-winning Stone died of a heart attack in La Jolla, CA on June 12, 1980. This is his life story.

In Memory of Milburn Stone ('Doc' from TV's 'Gunsmoke'): 44 Years After His Fatal Heart Attack

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September will be a month of healing for various zodiac signs. Uranus retrograde started on Sunday. It brings peace of mind and good luck to many people. Even so, the New Moon in Virgo on September 2 allows specific signs to organize things and end confusion. Have you found answers to all your questions?

3 Zodiac Signs With Intense Healing Energy | September 2, 2024

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

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

Kick off the September party season with a groovy day-to-night rooftop party. No, we’re not talking about Lap 62, a mega Formula 1 watch party at HighHouse. If you’re looking to party in the heart of Orchard, head to Trifecta for a night of epic beats by GrooveTop – featuring some of Singapore's most exciting DJs from Sunny Side, Last Saturdays, and Secret Pals.

GrooveTop ft. Last Saturdays, Secret Pals & Sunny Side

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.

This popular heritage railway line is getting extended

Wyoming State

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Buffalo, WY

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The House Draw Fire burning in northern Wyoming grew to more than 163,000 acres on Thursday — nearly the combined size of Denver and Salt Lake City — threatening structures, prompting evacuation orders and forcing the closure of Interstate 90.

Wildfire burns 163,000 acres in northern Wyoming, forcing evacuations and I-90 closure

Whether you matched on a dating app, your friends set you up on a blind date, or you met someone you asked out and you're wondering where to go for a first date but have no ideas, we recommend 20 bars, restaurants, and cafes with amazing options. We’ve divided this...

16 Places for a first date

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

The Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) has just announced that the Strong Wind Signal, No.3, will be issued tonight (Sept 4) at 6.40pm. According to the present forecast, local winds will gradually intensify as Tropical Cyclone Yagi edges closer to the city, and may strengthen further in the latter part of tomorrow (Sept 5).

Hong Kong Observatory issues T3 signal tonight

It's been 35 years since iconic actress Amanda Blake died of AIDS-related hepatitis on August 16, 1989. Best known as Miss Kitty Russell on TV's long-running Western Gunsmoke (CBS, 1955-1975), Blake was a trailblazer on and off-screen. This is her tragic yet triumphant story.

In Memory of Pioneer Actress Amanda 'Miss Kitty' Blake ('Gunsmoke'): 35 Years After Her Tragic Death

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

Kentucky State

Pinehurst, NC

Choosing the right place to retire involves balancing affordability, access to healthcare, and proximity to loved ones. But safety is also crucial, especially for older adults.

Lovely North Carolina City Was Just Crowned America’s Safest Place To Retire

Philadelphia, PA

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

Colorado State

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A study by the self-storage company Storeganise ranks Colorado seventh in the U.S. for retail theft. It should come as no surprise as a Walmart in Aurora announced earlier this month that it is closing due to retail theft. Other locations, such as Central Park in Denver, have locked up an extraordinary amount of their merchandise. Customers now must find clerks to unlock products from cases and put them in a locked box to be unlocked at checkout.

Sticky fingers: Colorado ranks seventh in U.S. for retail theft, study shows

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

Every so often, Sanrio joins hands with a popular brand to create a co-branded collection, and Singaporeans go wild each time – take the recent McDonald’s Hello Kitty collab, for example. Ironically, it’s always adults that are rushing to snag these cartoony goods for themselves, but that just goes to prove the timelessness of Sanrio’s very cutesy appeal. It’s now time to gear up for yet another mad rush this September, as Starbucks Singapore is soon dropping their latest Hello Kitty collection to commemorate the iconic character’s 50th anniversary.

A Hello Kitty Starbucks collab will drop in Singapore this September with cute merch and themed menu items

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You can stay the night at these dreamy lighthouses right here in NSW

New South Wales is home to some pretty incredible places to stay – from remote campsites on the banks of beautiful rivers, to sparkling celebrity-endorsed hotels...

You can stay the night at these dreamy lighthouses right here in NSW

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