Ryanair launch Halloween seat sale with flights from £9.99 – but you’ll have to be quick
10/31/2018, 10:34:55 AMRYANAIR has just launched a spookily good seat sale in time for Halloween. There are some of the best deals…. ✔ The deal will run from now until midnight tonight (Wednesday October 31) Brits can bag bargain tickets to destinations including Dusseldorf, Germany, Barcelona, Spain and Bordeaux in France ✔ This amazing offer will end at midnight (24:00hrs) tonight, 31 October so customers should log on quickly and bag a bargain break today
Bag a holiday in Portugal for just £48 including flights and hotel - quite possibly the cheapest holiday ever
10/31/2018, 11:42:24 AMTHIS might just be the cheapest winter sun holiday ever. Head off to the Algarve for seven nights with hotel, flights and hand luggage from £48pp. The deal from Expedia is based on a four people sh… ✔ THIS might just be the cheapest winter sun holiday ever ✔ The hotel also has two outdoor pools, gardens, a restaurant and a bar ✔ Vilamoura itself is known for its large marina, casino and golf courses and its long sandy beaches ✔ You’ll also find Cerro da Vila nearby, a Roman archaeological site that history buffs will want to check out, with the remains of mosaics and bathhouses
‘On Christmas Eve we watched elephants take a bath’ – why Sri Lanka is the perfect festive break for families
10/31/2018, 10:23:47 AMundefined ✔ Winter sun is always appealing, but more so was the thought of adventure, of exposing our kids - Phoenix, 12, Cassian, 10 and Leon, eight - to something completely different from their previous trips ✔ A 14 night trip over Christmas and New Year costs from £4,510 per person (based on a family of four with two children over 12 sharing two rooms) ✔ The price, for Easter, includes a housekeeper to help with cooking
Pound to euro exchange rate: Pound hit ‘new lows’ as Brexit fears of a recession
10/31/2018, 8:09:09 AMTHE POUND has fallen to a two-month low against the euro as Brexit negotiations continue, with fears of a no-deal decision leading to another recession in the UK. ✔ Pound euro exchange rate: Sterling is currently trading at €1.120 (Image: Bloomberg) The UK went through a recession between 2008 and 2009, with the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers a catalyst for the crisis ✔ When shopping across travel money providers, UK travellers should also shop across a period of time for a stronger rate, Mr Jesner advised
The stunning winners of the acclaimed Siena International Photo Awards
10/31/2018, 9:05:15 AMThe images that wowed the jury this year include a leopard seal hunting a penguin, lightning ripping through a volcanic eruption in Chile, and a car lost in a sea of sheep on a Polish road. ✔ If your photograph is commended or a winner in the Siena International Photo Awards it’s certainly significant – because it’s enormously popular ✔ The previous night she had entered Tenkhali Rohingya refugee camp with her family from Kumar Khali in Rohingya state
Air France to let passengers resell non-refundable plane tickets
10/31/2018, 10:14:19 AMAir France is launching a new service where passengers will be able to resell their non-refundable plane tickets ✔ Read More Budget reveals Brits are probably going to have to pay more for long-haul flights An Air France plane (Image: Getty) Read More World's first craft beer flight launches and here's how you can be on it Although there's been no official launch news from the airline yet, eagle-eyed travellers have spotted that the new website is already live although currently it just links to one page with a message telling visitors that they are in the final stages of development before unveiling the finished product
Quiz creator claims those who score full marks on are genius
10/31/2018, 8:07:21 AMThe 15-question quiz from Playbuzz will test players from around the world with historical, geographical and religious knowledge - but watch out as there are more than a few red herrings along the way. ✔ And according to creator quiz master Terry Stein, those who pass his tricky test on Playbuzz with a perfect score boast a 'highly developed long term memory' ✔ The 15-question quiz tests players' historical, geographical and religious knowledge with tricky multiple choice answers ✔ 'People take your opinion and advice seriously because they welcome your insight
Hotels
10/31/2018, 10:14:49 AMThe best hotels in Copenhagen, chosen by our expert, including luxury hotels, boutique hotels, budget hotels and Copenhagen hotel deals. Read the reviews and book.
A not-so-elementary guide to Sherlock Holmes' London - Los Angeles Times
10/31/2018, 11:24:39 AMSherlock Holmes, created in 1887, has been featured in more films than any other literary personality and played by nearly 100 actors in 250 productions, as well as appeared in four novels and 46 short stories. Take a tour and find out the facts. ✔ I walked up and down the block twice before I spotted it ✔ The four-story house was constructed in 1815 and was once used as a boarding house ✔ Restricted round-trip airfare from $617, including taxes and fees ✔ Also fried chicken and ribs, plates with French fries from $6
Flights: Passenger left horrified after woman tends to ballet injury onboard a flight
10/31/2018, 11:52:51 AMA PASSENGER was caught relieving an injury from ballet while onboard a flight before being rude to other travellers and flight crew. ✔ One wrote: These two women really don't feel embarrassed ✔ The video caught him shaving his face mid-flight instead of choosing the more hygienic option of using the bathroom ✔ The passenger filming was horrified to see the dead skin falling from the sole of his foot onto the floor
Oslo city break guide
10/31/2018, 10:08:48 AMExplore some of the Nordic city's fantastic sights, including incredible architecture and world-class Norwegian food. ✔ And if you want to delve further and enjoy a fabulous view of the city at the same time, take a tram over to Ekebergparken on the southside of the harbour ✔ Of course, you’ll be exhausted afterwards, but you will have seen the very best of Oslo, so it will be more than worth it
Secret Edinburgh: the city's best hidden gems, according to a local
10/31/2018, 10:23:44 AMEdinburgh loves tourists – and with good reason as they spend around £1. ✔ But with visitor numbers increasing by 18 per cent in the past five years to 3.85 million, that’s a lot of sightseers for a city of fewer than 500,000 residents to absorb ✔ At peak seasons locals patiently contend with crowded pavements and delayed public transport services, never mind the hazards of slaloming around selfie-takers who think nothing of sudden stops or stepping into oncoming traffic for the perfect shot
Kate Middleton’s embarrassing incident during royal tour with Prince William
10/31/2018, 10:30:24 AMKATE MIDDLETON’s royal tours have taken her to Canada, Poland and Australia. During a visit to Calgary in 2011, the Duchess had a rather embarrassing accident after leaving the plane. ✔ In 2011, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited Canada for their first trip as a married couple, visiting Ontario, Quebec and Alberta ✔ The newest royal also experienced her own awkward dress malfunction when in the country ✔ Despite this, Meghan was seen wearing a fascinator while sitting with Prince Harry
Las Vegas chef happily cooks up special dishes for diners with food allergies - Los Angeles Times
10/31/2018, 11:24:42 AM"A customer with allergens should have the same opportunities as customers without," says Keith Norman, assistant executive chef at South Point Hotel-Casino. Now, in a new book, he's out to change how the hospitality industry deals with these dietary needs.
Cruise passengers panic as Royal Caribbean ship FLOODS during rough seas
10/31/2018, 9:09:31 AMCRUISE passengers onboard a Royal Caribbean ship were left panicking when the ship flooded during their 10-day holiday, leading to an emergency detour. Many travellers were left in the dark and without compensation. ✔ Other passengers took to Twitter to complain about the issues onboard and how they were dealt with ✔ The ship will return to Southampton, England on Monday, November 5 as scheduled ✔ They later said: We have now addressed the issue and received all necessary clearances and approvals to resume our itinerary safely and comfortably
Deep in Peru's jungle, a free treehouse stay with an Amazon River cruise - Los Angeles Times
10/31/2018, 11:35:21 AMRainforest Cruises adds two nights in the Treehouse Lodge in Iquitos and free domestic flights within the country for those who cruise by the end of January. ✔ Jungle treks through the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, kayaking, biking, fishing excursions and visits with locals are all part of the journey ✔ (Rainbow Cruises) The added Treehouse Lodge stay in Iquitos takes you high off the ground where you’ll sleep amid a jungle canopy ✔ When : The offer is good on departures through Jan. 31, based on availability
Meghan Markle shuns royal tradition AGAIN by wearing a deep red nail polish on her toes during the final days of her New Zealand tour
10/31/2018, 11:13:20 AMSINCE tying the knot with Prince Harry in May, Meghan Markle has been learning the royal protocol expected of family members. But while she has done a spectacular job on her royal tour, she did bre… ✔ Superdrug.com 6 The Queen has been wearing the subtle Ballet Slippers polish since 1989, and Meghan has been following suit Essie Ballet Slippers, £7.99 from Feel Unique - buy now Meghan’s barefoot ceremony today was part of her final day of appearances at the end of the royal tour
Driving at night: tips to stay safe
10/31/2018, 10:08:49 AMIf you can't avoid driving at night, consider these safety tips to help you stay safe on the roads. ✔ It is illegal in Great Britain to take the wheel in darkness without fully functioning front or rear lights and for individual drivers and those responsible for a commercial vehicle, a useful tip is to ensure all the vehicle lights are working – and clean – before every journey, and check they are adjusted correctly so the beam will not dazzle oncoming traffic
Apple Pencil 2 FAQ: All about iPad Pro's magnetic accessory for 2018
10/31/2018, 11:20:23 AMWhat's different, will it work with last year's iPad Pro and what's the deal with all those magnets? ✔ The Apple Pencil is the tech giant's pressure-sensitive tool for creative professionals, and can be used for precision drawing, writing, drafting, annotating and editing photos ✔ Sarah Tew/CNET As a bonus, Apple throws in a free engraving on the side when you order the Apple Pencil 2018 ✔ Double-tap the pencil while writing to change its task ✔ New iPad Pros, new MacBooks and more: Everything Apple just announced
The Hotel Inspector's Alex Polizzi: I've found the perfect place to stay, and it isn't a hotel
10/31/2018, 10:14:57 AMPeople often presume that I am incredibly spoilt and demanding when it comes to my holiday accommodation, with an endless list of requirements and unreasonable expectations. ✔ Throughout my 10-year search for the perfect experience, I have come to realise that finding my utopia is harder than I could ever have imagined ✔ Alex Polizzi is Channel 5’s Hotel Inspector Sign up for the Telegraph Luxury newsletter for your weekly dose of exquisite taste and expert opinion
How to Know if Your Back Pain Signals Something Serious
10/31/2018, 10:48:59 AMSometimes, those aches are more than just a nuisance. ✔ A variety of conditions can cause numbness and tingling in the limbs, from sciatica to spinal stenosis or a herniated disc ✔ Your spine is a significant contributor to your ability to live an active and healthy life, so give it the consideration it deserves
Opinion | Trump Plays His Greatest Hits
10/31/2018, 10:14:24 AMThe president closes the 2018 campaign with a return to his 2016 strategy. ✔ Opinion Every good politician knows that you need a closing argument for your campaign, a way to seal the deal with wavering voters or goose turnout among the already committed ✔ True, on trade and low-skilled immigration Trump can at least claim (however debatably) to be looking out for blue-collar workers more than past Republicans
Trying for a baby? We separate the fertility facts and fiction
10/31/2018, 8:57:15 AMIT can be stressful trying to conceive, especially with so many rumours about what we should and should not do. Nodding off at the same time each night can increase the chances of pregnancy, accord… ✔ A BMI range of 20 to 25 is optimum for getting pregnant ✔ Prepare by having a varied diet, regular exercise and a healthy weight ✔ For men, having sex to order can reduce desire and the male’s ability to reproduce ✔ It sounds good in theory, but it’s not been proven
Morning Update: I'm Dressed Up As These Dystopian Times
10/31/2018, 10:49:17 AMTrump leans on a strategy of fear, Facebook bans the Proud Boys, and a good scare. Your BuzzFeed News newsletter, Oct. 31. ✔ The story became public on Twitter overnight Tuesday after Jacob Wohl a far-right Trump supporter mostly known for being in the president’s Twitter replies tweeted that he expected scandalous news about the special counsel to come to light ✔ Then I went back to being indifferent about Halloween
Bags of Cash and a Bomb Plot: Inside a Covert Iranian Operation in Europe
10/31/2018, 9:33:44 AMBelgian authorities said they stopped an Iranian émigré and his wife on their way to a conference outside Paris in June, and found a device that contained a powerful explosive. The allegation of a plot on French soil is jeopardizing Europe’s support for the Iran nuclear deal. ✔ He quickly settled into life in the West, cultivating an interest in rock music and dressing in black, people who know him say ✔ Related Coverage Denmark Says It Foiled Iranian Assassination Plot France Freezes Iranian Assets Over Bomb Plot Blamed on Tehran U.S. Accuses Iran of Terror Plots in Effort to Sway Europe
As the immigration debate rages, she quietly counts the dead along the border — and memorializes them with quilts
10/31/2018, 11:34:28 AM“It’s an emotionally charged project – I feel like I’ve been living in grief for the past 11 years,” said quilter Jody Ipsen. “Still, it’s so important to humanize these people.” ✔ The number of deaths along the border in recent years has remained mostly steady in the range of about 125 to 282 per year ✔ Read more: 'Respond to evil with good’: Muslim community raises money for victims of synagogue shooting They opened their home to dozens of young people ✔ Then he learned he could give one more thing: A kidney
The highest-paid TV actors in America have been revealed
10/31/2018, 10:12:11 AMBardem leads the charge with Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston close behind ✔ The salaries of TV’s highest-paid actors have been revealed ✔ There is also a break-out performance by Julia Garner playing the scion of a local redneck crime family ✔ Netflix 25/25 The Good Place A heavenly comedy with a twist ✔ Support free-thinking journalism and subscribe to Independent Minds
BoJack Horseman renewed for sixth season by Netflix
10/31/2018, 10:12:19 AMWill Arnett, Alison Brie and the rest of the voice cast are expected to return next year ✔ Netflix's best show about a depressed animated horse will return for another season ✔ Netflix 25/25 The Good Place A heavenly comedy with a twist ✔ There she must remain above the suspicions of seemingly well-meaning but disorganised angel Michael (Ted Danson) whilst also negotiating fractious relationships with do-gooder Chidi (William Jackson Harper), spoiled princess Tahani (former T4 presenter Jameela Jamil) and ex-drug dealer Jason (Manny Jacinto)
The 25 greatest foreign-language films
10/31/2018, 11:57:36 AMInternational critics reveal why these non-English language films are classics of world cinema. ✔ M Before our cinematic serial killers became memes – slick things with a penchant for Phil Collins albums – it was radical to put them at the centre of a thriller ✔ Seven Samurai created not only a whole new approach to action cinema but a whole sub-genre: films about a team of unlikely heroes on an impossible mission, fighting for their own souls
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