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Turkey makes big change affecting all holidaymakers flying into country

10/24/2018, 4:40:59 PM
BRITS holidaying in Turkey will have to apply for e-visas before they travel to the country from next Monday. Until now, holidaymakers had been able to apply for a visa after they have arrived, by … ✔ Turkey has seen a huge resurgence in popularity as a holiday destination for Brits this year ✔ Alanya was in second place, Bodrum in fourth place, Marmaris in eighth place, Antalya in 12th place and Olkudeniz in 15th place ✔ The change in currency value means that hotspots in Spain and France are now unaffordable for some UK holidaymakers



REVEALED: The worst countries in Europe for flight delays - does the UK make the list?

10/24/2018, 5:01:20 PM
THE WORST countries for delayed flights in Europe have been revealed by a new study by AirHelp, after a record year of flight disruptions. Where does the UK make the list? ✔ Delayed flights: The UK came in second just after Germany (Image: Getty) Airline staff strikes, lack of pilots and bad weather have all contributed to a year of air travel misery and chaos for passengers Paloma Salmeron Paloma Salmeron, air passenger rights expert at AirHelp, commented: 2018 has seen the worst flight disruption across Europe in history



The budget hotel chain rated as good as the HILTON - with rooms from £19

10/24/2018, 4:41:02 PM
THE best hotel chains in the world have been announced by TripAdvisor and several British budget brands have won big. Premier Inn features alongside Hilton in the award for Global “Most Excellent” … ✔ Further down the list in tenth place was Travelodge, where rooms start from £35 per night ✔ Every single brand announced in our rankings today should be proud of the recognition they’re getting from our traveller community ✔ Sun Online Travel previously revealed the way to get a room upgrade in a hotel - and it's not something that we normally do in the UK



Make a snowy date with SANTA in LAPLAND

10/24/2018, 6:42:36 PM
No place does true winter better than Lapland. There’s haunting snowscapes, low winter suns and gauzy northern lights for polar romantics, then Santa, complete with elves and reindeer galore for some sparkling family fun. ✔ There’s also plenty of time for playing in the snow and marvel at the Northern Lights (for awesome-ness they give Santa a run for his money) ✔ Half board (buffet breakfasts and dinners) is included for both rooms and apartments ✔ For more information and to book, visit  www.inghams.co.uk/santa-breaks  or call 01483 791 114



This $40 Pillow Is (Almost) As Good As A First-Class Upgrade

10/24/2018, 7:45:24 PM
You deserve better than spending hundreds on a flight only to arrive with a stiff neck. ✔ Plenty of happy customers have also attested to the quality of this brilliantly designed pillow: I just got my Cabeau Evolution S3 Pillow and love the straps on the back ✔ The best things at three price points The best things at three price points More BuzzFeed Reviews More BuzzFeed Reviews



The lowdown on Chris Tarrant and Extreme Railway Journeys

10/24/2018, 4:03:37 PM
MANY of us are familiar with the iconic broadcaster with his face and voice appearing in countless projects. But how old is Chris Tarrant and what’s Extreme Railway Journeys all about? Here&#… ✔ He studied English at the University of Birmingham up until 1967 before working as a schoolteacher and a researcher for the Central Office of Information ✔ Since then he has presented countless programmes on TV and radio, and received an OBE for his impressive accomplishments ✔ Viewers can watch the show on Channel 5 at 8 pm on Sunday, October 28



The secret to choosing a snow-sure ski resort this winter

10/24/2018, 4:51:36 PM
How to make sure you get a white welcome in the mountains this winter ✔ The highest glacier skiing in Europe, the Plateau Rosa at 3,500m, accessed from Zermatt in Switzerland and Cervinia in Italy, offers 21km of prepared pistes ✔ The Great Salt Lake, north west of the city, warms the approaching air and aids moisture ✔ So long as it’s cold enough, there will be snow… it just might not be natural



Former England cricketer Nick Compton unveils debut photography exhibition

10/24/2018, 4:10:05 PM
Former England cricketer Nick Compton unveils debut photography exhibition ✔ It’s 5am on November 27, 2012 – the morning after the night before ✔ So one could be forgiven for assuming he’s sleeping off a nasty hangover ✔ The smiles, the faces and the people are just more interesting ✔ Wherever I go I’ll just try to show the country in its best light, its essence, the warmth of the personalities..



Newlyweds dance to busker's music in Glasgow

10/24/2018, 5:34:18 PM
Cameron Bengert and wife Karen MacKenzie, both 34, had their first dance in front of a busker in a busy Glasgow street. The spontaneous and romantic moment was caught on camera. ✔ As the couple finished their dance the gathered crowd broke into applause, cheering for the newlyweds ✔ Travel agency worker Cameron added: 'Leo’s amazing, he’s always having a great time ✔ I suppose there was three of us dancing.' The couple is now enjoying their honeymoon in Glencoe, in the Scottish Highlands



Opinion | Donald Trump’s Gay Amnesia

10/24/2018, 6:00:37 PM
Do you remember his convention speech? Does he? ✔ Opinion This article is part of the Frank Bruni newsletter ✔ Meanwhile the Justice Department, under the direction of Attorney General Jeff Sessions, has argued that anti-discrimination protections in the Civil Rights Act of 1964 should not extend to gay people



Mumsnet user asks 'childless women' how to 'gain purpose'

10/24/2018, 4:10:33 PM
An unknown British woman has divided opinion on parenting site Mumsnet after admitting she was struggling to find a sense of purpose after being told she couldn't have children. ✔ Many were quick to rally around and offer their support, with mothers offering their sympathy and offering practical advice about surrogacy and adoption ✔ So am feeling worthless with no direction.' Meanwhile women without children revealed how they spent their time and build fulfilling lives without them ✔ 'If I was the type, I'd be offended by your post for implying I'm not worth anything.'



4 new teen horror thrillers sure to make you squirm, just in time for Halloween

10/24/2018, 4:34:31 PM
It's almost Halloween, and we've got four new teen horror thrillers to recommend, including a modern, feminist spin on 'Frankenstein.' ✔ (Photo: HMH) Not Even Bones By Rebecca Schaeffer HMH Books for Young Readers, 368 pp ✔ It’s definitely old-school horror-thriller stuff but for a contemporary audience interested in coming-of-age lesbian romance, relationships between women and a well-developed cast of characters ✔ Put these new books on your wish list right now



Nickelodeon's Kira Kosarin on saying goodbye to The Thundermans

10/24/2018, 5:05:58 PM
EXCLUSIVE: The actress is looking forward to releasing her original music and finally showing fans the real her ✔ She danced with Diversity (Image: Getty) She spent the weekend in Blackpool (Image: Getty) The cast of The Thundermans Now, Kira is working on her original music and can't wait to hit the road ✔ Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33 Read More Showbiz and TV editor's picks Ant McPartlin divorce 'latest' Harvey Weinstein's actual casting couch The GC 'drops a dress size' Kerry Katona 'splits' from Ryan



Pokemon Go: A spooky message Pokemon Go tasks and 3/3 Spiritomb candy

10/24/2018, 5:23:05 PM
POKEMON GO Trainers can now complete the A Spooky Message research tasks, which ends in grabbing Spiritomb and Spiritomb candy. ✔ This is a pretty tough challenge as it means finding new PokeStops and finding 10 Dark-types, not an easy call ✔ New avatar items featuring Ghost-type Pokémon are now available in the Style Shop! From a Drifloon Cap to a Gengar Backpack, you can show your love for these Pokémon all year round



Unsealed Documents Show ICE Misled A Federal Court About Why Iraqi Detainees Couldn't Be Sent Home

10/24/2018, 6:55:51 PM
The misrepresentation kept the Iraqis in detention long after they might have been released. ✔ As things stand, we will not be able to receive the returnees on the date mentioned (time too short to guarantee receipt of PM's clearance or to arrange for the logistics required for such a large number of returnees), Yasseen wrote ✔ Respondents may believe that they can violate this Court’s orders, disregard the Court Rules, and dissemble without consequence



How to Shop an Outlet Store Like a Pro

10/24/2018, 5:10:20 PM
We rounded up great tips and tricks from editors and sales associates to save you time, effort and lots of cash at your next trip to the outlet mall ✔ The crisp autumn air provides the perfect conditions for a serious day of bargain hunting but how to you know if you’re really getting a deal ✔ If a salesperson is saying the deal is phenomenal, and it is something you really love, don’t let the opportunity pass you by, warns Amy McCooey of the Tumi store



Watch Sandra Bullock get caught blind in the apocalypse in new 'Bird Box' trailer

10/24/2018, 6:47:17 PM
Sandra Bullock stars in Susanne Bier's thriller 'Bird Box,' which debuts Dec. 21 on Netflix. ✔ go to new posts Oct. 24, 2018, 11:13 a.m. Movies Watch Sandra Bullock get caught blind in the apocalypse in new 'Bird Box' trailer Sandra Bullock is trying to save her children’s lives in the upcoming movie Bird Box ✔ Chapman filed a copyright infringement lawsuit Monday in federal court in Los Angeles



Kesha's 'Here Comes the Change' video features new clips from RBG biopic

10/24/2018, 7:45:21 PM
Kesha's music video for her empowering ballad "Here Comes the Change" features new clips from the forthcoming Ruth Bader Ginsburg biopic, "On the Basis of Sex." ✔ British Columbia’s Coroners Service said that 34-year-old Jon James McMurray died Saturday while working with a team making videos of airplane stunts and parachuting ✔ In addition to recent Emmy winner (and Late Late Show spinoff) Carpool Karaoke: The Series and Planet of the Apps, Apple’s upcoming series include the Octavia Spencer-led Are You Sleeping



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