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The best things to do in London this August bank holiday, from the Independent’s travel experts

The Independent · August 21, 2025

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: States That Don’t Celebrate The Festival As A Public Holiday

News18 · August 21, 2025

Last Updated:August 21, 2025, 10:23 IST Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on August 27, this year. Ganesh Chaturthi is a major Hindu festival celebrated with great fervor across many parts of India, particularly in Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka,...

The Ritz-Carlton Embraces the New Luxury Traveler

WWD - New York · August 20, 2025

The Ritz-Carlton has long been synonymous with quality service and luxury, but today’s hospitality landscape demands more than white-glove formality, according to Tina Edmundson, Marriott International’s president of luxury. As a generational...

Thai Tourism Giants Defy Slowdown with Strong Profits

The Nation Thailand · August 21, 2025

Positive Outlook for the Second Half Both the airline and hotel sectors remain optimistic about the second half of the year and have plans to maintain growth. Chai Eamsiri, CEO of Thai Airways, said the airline’s revenue is on track and meeting...

Phuket Rises as the Ultimate Residential Destination for Russian Buyers, Driven by Laguna Phuket and Banyan Group Residences

The Slovenia Times · August 21, 2025

Over half of Laguna Phuket's sales of new condos in the past few years have been to Russian buyers lured by Phuket's affordability, stability, great weather and relaxed but fun lifestyle PHUKET, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 August 2025...

Over one million tourists choose resorts stay so far this year

Raajje ·

The opportunity to apply for membership in the Tax Appeal Tribunal and the National Integrity Commission (NIC) has been opened. The President's Office stated that due to the resignation of a legal member of the Tax Appeal Tribunal, applications...

David Licauco finds AI phones useful for travels, businesses

Philippine STAR · August 21, 2025

BOHOL, Philippines — Actor and businessman David Licauco believes that artificial intelligence (AI) in smartphones is now shaping the world. In an exclusive interview with Philstar.com during the launch of the new Oppo Reno14 Series 5G in Bohol,...

Study Finds Antarctic Pollution Soar Amid Tourist Surge

MENAFN · August 21, 2025

(MENAFN) Once regarded as one of Earth's last pristine frontiers, Antarctica is facing mounting environmental strain due to increasing human activity, researchers warn. A new study published in Nature Sustainability reveals a sharp uptick in...

The power of plasma propulsion: A new era in space travel

Innovation News Network · August 21, 2025

The efficiency and performance potential of plasma thrusters could revolutionise exploration within our solar system. However, challenges remain in harnessing this technology for practical applications. As the industry explores these...

Will the Totem Pole Playhouse’s holiday show top your Christmas list?

Record Herald - Pennsylvania ·

The Totem Pole Playhouse will present the regional premiere of "Million Dollar Quartet Christmas" from Dec. 3-14 at the Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle St., in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The show will feature the music of Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee...

Very soon, someone from our own soil will travel to space in our own rocket: Shubhanshu Shukla

The Hindu · August 21, 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla addresses a press conference, in New Delhi, on August 21, 2025. Union Minister Jitendra Singh and Group Captain Prasanth B. Nair are also seen. | Photo Credit: PTI Excited after a successful mission to the International...

How DCI Nabbed Man Accused of Issuing Fake Yellow Fever Certificates to Travellers

Kenyans.co.ke · August 21, 2025

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested a suspect accused of issuing fake yellow fever certificates and other fake vaccination cards. In a social media statement on Wednesday, the DCI claimed that detectives...

Trump travel bans alarm Arizona college athletes

West Valley View - Arizona ·

Arizona State University is a haven for athletes from all over the world. They represent six continents and compete across a variety of sports. The recent announcement by President Donald Trump that citizens of 12 countries would be banned from...

Foot patrols stepped up in Rhos, Ponciau, Johnstown, Plas Madoc and Chirk to counter school holiday ASB

Wrexham.com ·

Wrexham.com > News Posted: Thu 21st Aug 2025 Police across Wrexham have stepped up patrols a bid to target anti-social behaviour. NWP say dedicated foot patrols are being carried out to target hotspots across the county, in particular areas of...

'Spider-Man' actress Kirsten Dunst shares update on her son's health; Scared mother says, 'It felt like Final Destination...'

The Times of India · August 21, 2025

Kirsten Dunst, the ‘Spider-Man’ star, revealed that her son had a serious medical condition while she was shooting overseas for the upcoming project, ‘The Entertainment System Is Down.’ The actress’ 4-year-old developed a tormenting condition...

These 5 Comfy, Lace-Free Travel Sneakers From a Brand Martha Stewart, 84, Wears Make Going Through TSA a Breeze

InStyle ·

I’ll admit it: When Martha Stewart started wearing Skechers sneakers, I was hesitant to follow suit. I relied on the comfortable kicks as a kid and didn’t exactly picture them beyond the playground—let alone in my adult footwear rotation. It was...

JetBlue passenger performs bizarre striptease at airport gate, moons stunned travelers

New York Post · August 20, 2025

This man gave a striptease that no one asked for. An unidentified man was dragged away from a JetBlue terminal at Boston Logan International Airport after he stripped down naked in front of passengers waiting to board their flight. A man was...

NELFUND to stop upkeep loans during school holidays

Punch · August 21, 2025

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund on Thursday noted that upkeep loan disbursement is now strictly tied to the academic session of each institution. NELFUND made this known in a statement by signed by its Director of Corporate Communications,...

From across Karnataka, BJP members travel to Dharmasthala on the "Dharma Yatra"

The Assam Tribune · August 21, 2025

Bengaluru, Aug 21: Leader of the Opposition in Karnataka Legislative Council, Chalawadi Narayanaswamy, on Thursday said that BJP workers are undertaking a 'Dharma Yatra' to Dharmasthala from across Karnataka to give a befitting reply to those...

Good News: Patna-Purnia Expressway becomes Bihar’s pride as 9th National Expressway, check routes, travel time and other details

DNA India ·

The project includes 21 major bridges, 140 minor bridges, 11 railway overbridges, 21 interchanges and 322 underpasses. Bihar's plans for road construction have advanced significantly with the national government's official designation of the...