The ingenious story behind Michelin stars
10/24/2018, 9:44:05 PMFrom humble beginnings in 1889, the Michelin brothers built an empire that revolutionised travel and transformed Clermont-Ferrand into an engine of French productivity. ✔ Metal flooring and corrugated roofing in the museum retain an industrial flavour, while displays are occasionally surreal: cars burst through gigantic maps and the company’s mascot, the Michelin Man – or Bibendum, as he’s known in France – looms merrily above doorways
202 Genius Upgrades To Make Any Twenty-Something’s Life Easier
10/24/2018, 9:31:58 PMFrom beauty to decor to travel, we've got everything covered! ✔ For an essential beauty breakdown that'll help you conquer all things cosmetic.. ✔ ...And for clutch tips that'll help you find a perfect way to store all of those products ✔ For when you absolutely love traveling, but hate all of the stress that comes with it
A quarter of UK flights were disrupted by delays or cancellations this year
10/24/2018, 11:18:05 PMWHAT we already knew has been confirmed – Brits really do suffer when it comes to flight delays and cancellations. Britain suffers the second worst disruption in Europe, coming second only to Germa… ✔ While Slovakia has the least number of disrupted flights in Europe, it also has the smallest number taking off per year at 5,200 ✔ The current Brexit aviation deal limbo combined with a predicted increase in European flights to 12.4-million by 2024 is likely to cause even more havoc in European airspace ✔ Sun Online Travel previously revealed how to claim compensation if your flight has been cancelled or delayed
How Meghan and Harry spent secret date night on Royal Tour - it looks incredible
10/24/2018, 11:49:23 PMMeghan Markle and Prince Harry flew to a stunning island for a romantic night away from the spotlight on their only night off in their 16-day Royal Tour ✔ Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been working their way through a packed schedule on their first Royal Tour, with a number of events every day ✔ But the couple have managed to squeeze in a well deserved rest, and enjoyed a secret date night at an incredible private resort ✔ Guests must travel to the island on the resort's private plane
Paradise Threatened: Fiji’s War Against Climate Change
10/24/2018, 10:28:00 PMThe South Pacific nation faces major environmental challenges, from the destruction of coral reefs to rising sea levels. At least one resort is asking tourists to help. ✔ The chickens were swept away and the vegetable gardens were destroyed ✔ Follow NY Times Travel on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook ✔ Get weekly updates from our Travel Dispatch newsletter, with tips on traveling smarter, destination coverage and photos from all over the world
Travellers' confidence plummets after millions of Cathay Pacific customers have data stolen
10/24/2018, 8:26:31 PMAirlines run on an unenviable tangle of legacy computer systems that have had to be meshed with 21st century technology and connectivity ✔ - Morrison on October 22 issued an emotive apology to children who suffered sexual abuse, saying the state had failed to protect them from evil dark crimes committed over decades AFP/Getty 4/50 21 October 2018 A derailed train in Yian, eastern Taiwan
Poll claims nostalgic British people want to turn back time and relive the 60's
10/24/2018, 8:26:33 PMMoon landing and Beatles Shea Stadium concert among events people would have liked to attend ✔ Living life in the 1960's seems now, almost 60 years later, to be such a carefree and innocent time ✔ In recent history, the 1960's were overwhelmingly voted the decade that seemed to be the most fun and it also produced the best fashion and music – with the 1980's running it closest in terms of classic tunes ✔ However, a quarter could not bear being separated from their beloved TV, and 17 percent would be upset to lose their smartphones
Entire Colorado theme park up for auction
10/24/2018, 9:12:34 PMLooking for a Ferris wheel or Tilt-a-Whirl? The entire contents of Heritage Square Amusement Park in Golden, Colorado, will go up for public auction on October 25. ✔ For those with the space, the cash and who are within driving distance of Golden, Colorado, those candy-floss dreams could come true October 25, when the entire contents of Heritage Square Amusement Park go up for public auction ✔ Auction location: On site at the former Heritage Square Amusement Park at 18301 Colfax Ave
Opinion | Who Needs a Border Wall When You Have DS-5535?
10/24/2018, 9:08:58 PMA new, quietly introduced visa form reminds us that mind-numbing bureaucracy can be an effective family-separation tool if that’s your game. ✔ This unclear process used to take 30 to 60 days to investigate, but the projected wait time changed depending on which official I talked to ✔ Moshe Schulman is a New York-based writer who has written a memoir about leaving the ultra-Orthodox Jewish community in Monsey, N.Y ✔ Follow The New York Times Opinion section on Facebook , Twitter (@NYTopinion) and Instagram
European parliament approves sweeping ban on single-use plastics
10/24/2018, 8:57:55 PMProposal passes 571-53, with Labour MEPs demanding UK mirror EU action after Brexit ✔ The proposed legislation catapults the EU into a leadership position in tackling the growing plastic pollution crisis ✔ It sends a clear signal that Europe is ready to take decisive, coordinated action to curb plastic waste and to lead international efforts to make our oceans plastic-free
Flights and trains between UK and EU after Brexit 'in jeopardy', Department for Transport warns
10/24/2018, 8:26:29 PM‘Our confidence at the moment in the programme is somewhat decreasing,’ said Lucy Chadwick, director general at the Department for Transport ✔ At present UK airlines have unlimited rights to fly anywhere in the EU due to the open skies arrangement ✔ Ms Chadwick was appearing before MPs alongside the permanent secretary at the DfT, Bernadette Kelly ✔ London is the beneficial of Crossrail, and London will need to find a way of bearing the costs of this delay, she said
From 'Pumpkin Planetariums' to Giant Dinosaurs: The Most Elaborate Jack-o-Lantern Displays Across the Country
10/24/2018, 9:52:43 PMFrom life-sized structures to intricate carvings, these aren't your everyday pumpkins ✔ Kennedy this spectacular offers an unbeatable aerial view to enjoy the display when it’s all lit up ✔ Themed music and scenes set the mood for a stroll through these illuminated woods, which are open through November 4 ✔ Jack-o’-lanterns are stacked impossibly high and as far as the eye can see, with all proceeds from the event benefiting Make-A-Wish Illinois
Don't Tell The Bride fans left horrified by groom's Loch Ness monster wedding
10/24/2018, 9:56:28 PMDON’T Tell The Bride fans were left horrified by a groom’s Loch Ness monster themed wedding tonight. Joiner Calvin, 31, dragged his 27-week pregnant bride, who he met on Tinder just sev… ✔ 6 Pregnant bride Leanne had to travel in a bumpy Loch Ness monster boat for an hour to reach the alter 6 She and her mum were far from impressed - especially as it began to fill with water 6 The mother-in-law said groom Calvin was 'f***ing dead' after the rough journey Yet again, another moron on #dttb!!!! 🤦🏼♀️ #prick #dttb Natalie Sims (@NatalieSims03) October 24, 2018 Don’t tell the bride is so stressful ivy (@lesbiandyke) October 24, 2018 Leanne's mum travelled with her on the bumpy Loch Ness boat, and told her future son-in-law: We’re drowning Calvin and you’re f***ing dead! as they arrived at the alter
Tom Curry ready to nail down place in absentee-hit England back-row
10/24/2018, 9:00:26 PMSale youngster looks only certainty as Eddie Jones tries to settle on a trio for Autumn series a year out from the World Cup ✔ There wasn’t that much reflection on what happened ✔ Obviously there’s competition, but you can’t really worry about it, you’ve just got to worry about yourself and play as best you can - that’s how you’re going to pull up for selection ✔ poll loading Will England win the 2019 Rugby World Cup
Adorable moments from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal tour
10/24/2018, 11:58:59 PMWhile they have only been on the royal tour for nine days, already there have been countless memorable and adorable moments from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. ✔ Because instead of getting soaked in the rain, the Duke was able to stay dry thanks to the Duchess holding an umbrella ✔ Some even speculated that their love brought good luck to the drought-affected area: 'I know life has not been easy ✔ The tour continues on Thursday, when the couple will travel to Nadi for the unveiling of a statue, before moving on to Tonga
'Incredibles 2,' 'Isle of Dogs' and more submitted for 2018 animated feature Oscar race
10/24/2018, 9:38:51 PMHeavy hitters including “Incredibles 2” and “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation” will be taking on smaller, foreign projects including Japan’s “Fireworks” and Taiwan’s “On Happiness Road” in the Oscar race for 2018 animated feature film. ✔ The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences released a list of the 25 films in consideration for this years animated feature award ✔ All that is known about the entity: It takes on the form of your worst fear, and if you see it, you take your own life ✔ The lawsuit states the Fast Car singer repeatedly denied multiple requests to sample her song for Minaj's fourth album, Queen
Dates set for 2020 and 2021 Grammy Award ceremonies
10/24/2018, 9:21:07 PMDates have been chosen for the 2020 and 2021 Grammy Awards, which honor the best in music and will be held in Los Angeles. ✔ (Spoilers follow, so stop reading if you haven’t watched the show.) Read More Oct. 24, 2018, 10:13 a.m. By Stephen Battaglio Oct 24, 2018 | 10:13 AM NBC Olympics chief Jim Bell named executive in charge of 'The Tonight Show' Veteran producer Jim Bell, currently the executive in charge of Olympics coverage for NBC, will take on the top producing role at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the network announced Wednesday
ROBERT HARDMAN: Remembrance symbol is more poignant than ever
10/24/2018, 11:38:29 PMThis autumn, take a closer look. Ostensibly, every poppy is identical but one in six will be different this time. They will have ‘1918-2018’ printed in gold on the leaf attached to every stem. ✔ St John Ambulance will allow its staff to wear pacifist white poppies on Remembrance Sunday for the first time Years later, Winston Churchill wrote that this one student debate had played a part in the war ‘calculations’ of Germany and Japan ✔ Yet let us also remember that once this centenary is over, remembrance will be more important than ever
John Legend and Chrissy Teigen will host 'A Legendary Christmas With John and Chrissy' for NBC
10/24/2018, 10:26:28 PMCeleb couple Chrissy Teigen and John Legend will co-host NBC's "A Legendary Christmas With John and Chrissy.” ✔ Kesha, who in recent years has faced her own personal battles in the public eye, reteams with Praying director Jonas Åkerlund for the black-and-white video ✔ He said McMurray held on to the wing too long and that by the time he let go he didn’t have time to open his parachute
‘It's OK to be ourselves’: Atlanta’s black LGBT community in their own words
10/24/2018, 10:43:00 PMAtlanta is the centre of the African American LGBT community in the south. We asked Black Pride attendees what makes Atlanta’s scene so important ✔ Both their families were against the union and so did not attend ✔ Once it offered movie screenings, fashion shows, poetry readings and conferences, but now the focus is on the parties, they say ✔ Share your experiences of the city in the comments below, on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram using #GuardianATL, or via email to cities@theguardian.com
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