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{KXLG – SD, Bryant} An emergency crew responded in the 200 block of Lebanon Avenue in Bryant, South Dakota, around 1:55pm on Thursday, April 24th, around 1:00pm, according to the Hamlin County Sheriff's Office.The homeowner was inside the residence at the time of the fire, but was able to safely evacuate himself and the animals before the Bryant Fire Station arrived. Traffic was closed on South Dakota Highway 28 for almost an hour as firefighters worked to put out the flames.Several agencies responded to the scene, including Bryant Fire Station, Lake Norden Fire Station, Haity Fire Station, Lake Norden Ambulance,…

Tourism across Asia is increasing with countries such as Thailand and Vietnam boasting picturesque scenery, stunning beaches and warm weather, reaching up to 34C in May. But there are other countries that some tourists say even better.Cambodia is a small but beautiful country surrounded by Thailand, Laos and Vietnam. Last year, the country welcomed 6.7 million tourists, significantly fewer than neighboring Vietnam, with 17.58 million and Thailand over 35.5 million. Despite both countries seeing a boom in tourism numbers, tourists have branded Cambodia as a better destination than both. On Reddit, FZ3N raised the question, “Why Cambodia for the ex-existence…

Recent archaeological and genetic discoveries reconstruct the understanding of ancient Phoenicians, revealing a civilization characterized by cultural integration and extensive maritime networks rather than large-scale migration. A groundbreaking genetic study published in Nature analyzed genome-wide data from 210 individuals in Phoenician and ponic sites in the Levant, North Africa, Iberia and the Mediterranean Islands. Contrary to the traditional belief that Phoenician culture spread through large-scale migration from the Levant, this study found that the population of ponics exhibited a highly heterogeneous genetic profile. Important ancestors from the North African, Sicily and Aegean regions were observed, with few surprising direct genetic…

an Overtourism The protesters Spainthis summer, Italy, France, and Portugal. Elena Boski said the protest groups hope that tourists are afraid of backlash against rising tourist numbers among locals. She said mirror”We want tourists to have some fear about the situation. Don't be afraid, there's no change.”Ms Boski, 46, from Genoa, ItalyAdded: “Our cities and regions are not for sale, and there is an urgent need to limit tourism growth, of course demand change and determine the path to tourism degrowth as a way to leave,” fellow activist Daniel Pardo said demonstrations of publications at the airport could be. He…

Spain is not accustomed to tourism, and few cities like Barcelona attract crowds. According to the city's hotel occupancy survey, world-renowned architecture, beaches and cultural landmarks attracted an astounding 7.3 million visitors in 2023.But just 40 minutes by train, Girona is waiting to be explored, a historic and vibrant city that welcomed only 342,600 visitors in 2023. It welcomes over 7 million tourists and Girona is the perfect guest room for authenticity, beauty and breathing that craves travelana.Girona may not boast the global fame of its larger neighbors, but it has its own quiet magic. Hidden between the Pyrenees and…

If you are planning a road trip to Europe this summer, make sure you are not caught up in local laws that could land you with a fine of up to £2,560. Every European country has its own legal requirements for what a driver brings into his vehicle, and if he is not aware of these, it can cost you a lot. According to Ed Sharp, head of car rentals at Travelsupermarket, it's important that the car rental is properly equipped before you get out of the road.For example, without a highway toll sticker would cost £2,560 in various countries…

There's nothing better than drinking a cool, refreshing pint – especially during the holidays.After all, when you're in the sun, alcoholic drinks always taste better. One man named Harry attempts to find the cheapest bar in Benidorm, but he thinks he may have found it.When he ordered a pint at the bar, he couldn't get over how reasonable it was. In a candid video, the creator of Tiktok, known as Harry Tockey, said he found a place offering up to around 85p of Spanish pints.The punter could snap a beer for 1 euro and he couldn't believe how cheap it…

Scattered by the Atlantic breezes in the golden sunlight, the Moroccan town of Essauila is a three-hour direct flight from London Stansted with Ryanair. Hovering at a blissful May temperature 25c, this Bohemian coastal gem offers a relaxed escape from the grey British sky. And now, a new cultural centre is rising up on the outskirts of town, set to celebrate everything from Gnaua music to Berber craftsmanship.This June, the town will host the 36th Gunaua and World Musical Festival, depicting indigenous musicians and international artists uniquely collaborating on two major stages, depicting a space in the medina dedicated to…

British tourists are urged to do some checks on their passports before planning their holidays. This increased 7% to £94.50 this month, after obtaining a new passport.Passport rules for travelers in the UK have changed in recent years, with more factors in ensuring that your passport is valid while traveling. Later this year, the EU plans to introduce an entry/exit system (EES) as it is likely to replace passport stamps with facial and fingerprint scans and create queues at airports and borders. “We're a great place to go,” said Ian Wilson, travel insurance specialist and managing director at Tiger.co.uk.“The changes…

After a long, dark winter, many Brits become keen to see more sun at home and abroad this spring and summer. If you have time for the sun when you are dead, there is one European capital with your head and shoulders sitting above all else. According to travel booking site Omio, the city with the most sunlight each year is Nicosia, Cyprus, with an astounding 3,388 people each year.Cyprus' capital is 358 people more sunlight each year than Malta's next brightest city, Valletta. The rest of the top five were Lisbon, Portugal, with 2,838 people per year, Athens, Greece,…