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by Shane Croucher is a news editor based in London, UK. He previously oversaw my turn, fact checks, news team, and before that he was a senior reporter, covering mostly US news and politics. Shane joined Newsweek from IBT UK in February 2018, where she was responsible for various editorial roles covering a variety of beats, including general news, politics, economics, business, and property. He is a graduate of Lincoln University in England. Language: English. You can access Shane by emailing s.croucher@newsweek.com With Shane Croucher Jordan King is a Newswee Reporter based in London, UK. She has covered religion persecution…

The Big 5 South Africa Impact Awards celebrate the impact of construction by recognizing project excellence, companies, teams and individuals in 12 categories ・An individual who has made an extraordinary contribution to the environmental sustainability of a new category, environmental Excellence Award, Spotlight organization, project, or industry; ・Award ceremony to be held at Big 5 Construction in South Africa on June 20, 2025 at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg Cape Town, South Africa | April 24, 2025: Amid a big prediction, the 51 finalists of the third edition of the Big 5 South Africa Impact Awards have been officially released.…

Etihad Airways has introduced first-class suites as part of the interior enhancement of its long-range Airbus A321LR twin-jets and is set to enter the fleet later this year. One of the 10 arriving this year – the first aircraft will enter service on August 1st. It consists of two privately enclosed first class suites, surrounded by sliding doors. This includes a Lee Flatbed, a 20-inch (51cm) in-flight entertainment screen, and a living room for companions. “This is the first time Etihad has brought a fully widebody (first class) experience to narrow aircraft and redefine luxury on short and medium-distance routes,”…

reviewLangley has 41 luxurious bedrooms (Image: Max Burnett) This article contains affiliate links. You will receive sales commissions generated from sales. learn more Beautifully located in the former duke of Duke Marlborough's home of the former manners is in Langley. The hotel is located within the spectacular Langley Park in Buckinghamshire, just a 40-minute drive from London. From sophisticated rooms and suites to comfortable lounges, Langley is not elsewhere, just a stone throw from Pinewood Studios. Plus, you don't even have to leave the complex to enjoy a country flavour on a bike that offers guests a loan. You can…

If you want to make the most of your cruise, there's one thing you want to avoid at every cost. This common illness can bump into the most inconvenient times and turn a gorgeous, relaxing holiday into a nauseating nightmare. Luckily, if you know you are prone to illness attacks, there are cheap and easy ways to conquer it.Speaking to the Boat Charter Yacht Charter Company, Dr. Gary Bartlett shares his top tips for keeping marine at bay. He said motion sickness is caused by inner ear disorders. “It usually occurs when you travel by car, boat, plane or train.…

The Asia-Pacific Aviation Association (AAPA) warns that passenger and cargo demand could be “potentially” softened in the short term as a result of uncertainty caused by the Trump administration's economic policies. AAPA Director Subhas Menon says the US decision to tax and then suspend has led to “unsteady activity” in the global stock market. Still, the association says that airlines in the Asia-Pacific region continue to grow in the international passenger market, with over 31 million passengers increasing by 6.9% year-on-year. The RPK increased by 9% that month, but increased by a 14% increase in capacity, reducing the passenger load…

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has entered into a strategic partnership with Qatar Airways after the launch of the latter daily flight to Doha Hub. The Manila-based carrier will begin flights to Doha on June 16th, with Qatar Airways placing the code on the “first phase” flights of cooperation. PAL flights are operated by the Airbus A330-300S. The two airlines will explore long-term cooperation opportunities, including joint promotion of additional points in each other's networks and frequent flyer program collaboration. Stanley NG, president of PAL, said: “The decision to provide Doha with daily frequency will be made possible by an exciting strategic…

British foreigners in Benidorm revealed a “creepy” reality on the resort's iconic strip after Spain experienced a massive blackout. Lucy Young (aka Benidorm lover) lived at a European resort for over 20 years and explained how widespread power outages in Spain and Portugal had an impact on popular tourist destinations.On Monday, Swas in Spain and Portugal were hit by massive blackouts, including the capitals of Madrid and Lisbon. They affected millions because internet services, telephone, signalling and cash institutions were not working. Spain's Home Ministry reported that blackouts have grounded planes, shut down trains and declared a national emergency, SkyNews…

They were once popular tourist destinations, but in recent years they have been hidden in other hot spots around the world.Looking for places to go on holiday, people can take them to social media and share “largely forgotten or abandoned” destinations and enjoy a little further away from the crowd.On Reddit, one user asked:”What are the places you encountered other places that used to be overrun with tourists but now mostly forgotten? What caused their decline: geopolitical changes, economic changes, environmental disasters, changes in travel preferences?We're also curious if you think any of today's tourist destinations might experience similar fates…

A stunning European town with very few tourists appears to have been pulled out of the past. Nördlingen is located in the Donauris district of Swavia in Bavaria, Germany, between the major cities of Munich and Stuttgart. Incorporated into the impact crater formed after an asteroid hit the area millions of years ago, the town is a unique place and is a place that truly offers visitors a genuine Bavarian experience. Nördlingen is a relatively small town with a population of over 20,000 people. Considered to be one of the most historic towns in all of Germany, the old town…