Rural tourism helps Bijie bloom - Travel
11/12/2018, 8:27:55 AMundefined ✔ A tourist and her daughter dressed in traditional clothes pose for a photo in the Baili Azalea Administrative Zone in Bijie, Guizhou province.[Photo by Qu Honglun / China News Service] City famed for its sea of azaleas fosters industry to lift incomes Named for its sea of azalea flowers, the Baili Azalea Administrative Zone, comprising 68 villages across some 700 square kilometers of hilly land in Bijie, Guizhou province, is an experimental zone in a core poverty alleviation area ✔ All stakeholders have attached great importance to raising environmental awareness and encouraging residents to protect the local ecology
Travel through the eyes of an insomniac – and the 10 best cities to stay awake for
11/12/2018, 10:42:33 AMundefined ✔ I did that for a week, like a ritual of re-entry, a recognition that everywhere familiar can easily become strange ✔ The Northern Lights near TromsoCredit:GETTY 8 ✔ Abercrombie & Kent (abercrombiekent.co.uk; 01242 547892) ✔ Original Travel (originaltravel.co.uk; 0207 978 7333)
Worried about booking a post-Brexit trip to Europe? Try these non-EU alternatives
11/12/2018, 11:12:08 AMundefined ✔ This week, Brittany Ferries announced that its advance bookings for 2019 are 4 to 5 per cent down because of uncertainty about how Brexit might affect crossings from the UK to France and Spain ✔ There are very few cities in the world that combine such a deep and complex history, such a fascinating food culture, and a shopping experience to match the Grand Bazaar
New website shows heaviest times of tourist traffic in Kyoto
11/12/2018, 8:05:21 AMKYOTO--Fall leaf watchers headed for the famed Arashiyama district here can avoid the massive crowds ✔ In October, a survey was conducted of 1,106 visitors coming to Arashiyama who were asked where and what time they visited there ✔ In addition, the number of visitors to the district itself was examined ✔ Of the foreign tourists surveyed, 6 percent chose the same category
A fairytale Italian castle wedding for $100
11/12/2018, 10:14:35 AMEver dreamed of tying the knot in a castle in Italy? You can now rent one in Roccascalegna, a hamlet in the Abruzzo region, for just over $100. And the whole place will be exclusively yours. ✔ Pirate invasions Roccascalegna's sleepiness belies a troubled past ✔ Ghostbusters have slept here: they heard the baron screaming, running around like a madman, says Marcello ✔ Roccascalegna Castle ; +39 335 876 7589; castellomedievaleroccascalegna@gmail.com
Where Will Science Take Us? To the Stars
11/12/2018, 11:39:58 AMA monthlong visit to observatories in Chile, Hawaii and Los Angeles revealed spellbinding visions of the heavens. ✔ As I stared out the window, looking down at the vast brown carpet of the Atacama below me, I considered my situation with strange clarity: I was a collection of bound-together atoms surrounded by other atoms hammered into the shape of a metal airplane tube
Cristiano Ronaldo dotes on son Cristiano Jr as they arrive in London
11/12/2018, 11:30:14 AMDespite his 1am arrival time, the Juventus F.C. star looked bright-eyed as she checked into the hotel with his family and entourage. ✔ star looked bright-eyed as she checked into the hotel with his family and entourage Expensive taste: Cristiano sported comfortable but stylish travel togs in a knitted jumper with a leather insert and skinny jeans that were adorned with a bleached effect Georgina has stuck by the footballer's side in recent weeks, as he faces allegations he raped a woman in the US
Tesla makes free Supercharging available for owners affected by California wildfires
11/12/2018, 9:35:31 AMTESLA has made free supercharging available for car owners affected by the California wildfires. ✔ This follows tweets from company CEO Elon Musk who authorised employees to give assistance to those affected ✔ We hope this provides assistance for your transportation needs and will notify you before returning your vehicle to its original configuration in mid-December
Model suffers flesh-eating bug after being bitten by SHARK near shore
11/12/2018, 9:59:57 AMKelly Kohen, 33, of New Orleans was bitten by a baby shark in Louisiana, USA in May 2016. Soon after, she was infected with a dangerous bug and was warned she may have to have her leg amputated. ✔ A young woman has lived the tell the tale after a shark bite she suffered whilst paddling close to the shore became infected by a rare and dangerous flesh-eating bacteria ✔ From speaking to other people who've survived NF it sounds as if this is a common misdiagnosis to make
Couple elope 3,500 miles for STUNNING wedding snaps on Isle of Skye
11/12/2018, 11:54:49 AMJames and Lisa Murata, 33 and 31, wanted their wedding pictures to reflect their love of the outdoors. They chose photographer Andrew Rae to snap them in the remote Scottish location on September 25. ✔ We now own a home in the same neighborhood we grew up in,' said Lisa We're pretty boring,' commented the bride who said she'd recommend a similar shoot to anyone who wants incredible wedding photographs' The weather was a far cry from their native Chicago
Würzburg cruise port guide
11/12/2018, 9:18:44 AMundefined ✔ The highlight of Würzburg is the ResidenceCredit:iStock But be sure to save at least a couple of hours for the city’s main sight, the UNESCO World Heritage Würzburg Residence, a dizzying feast of art and architecture designed by royal architect Balthasar Neumann and featuring breathtaking frescos by Venetian artist Tiepolo and stuccowork by Antonio Bossi
Did this airline do enough to protect a passenger from a racist rant? - Los Angeles Times
11/12/2018, 11:04:23 AMThe most important job for an airline's cabin crew is safety. A recent incident on a European airline shows a tepid response to a racist rant. The passenger says she has not recovered. Will the airline take steps to ensure that kind of abuse never happens again? ✔ Instead, the flight attendant asked the arthritic septuagenarian whether she would like to move to another seat ✔ I’m not a racist person by any means, he said in an interview on Good Morning Britain, although the detestable words he hurled on the airplane seem to suggest otherwise
Most dangerous holiday destinations REVEALED – many are popular with Brits
11/12/2018, 11:11:47 AMWHICH? revealed the most dangerous holiday destinations of 2018 – and some may surprise you. ✔ analysed different destinations, before ranking them in terms of safety ✔ It took crime rates, terror threat, natural disasters and health concerns into consideration when putting together its list ✔ Findings showed that South Africa was the least safe country in terms of illegal activity, while Japan was the most prone to being struck by a deathly act of God
Egypt: Ancient discovery of mummified creatures found near Great Pyramid of Giza
11/12/2018, 9:35:38 AMEGYPT archaeologists have discovered dozens of mummified cats and scarab beetles in seven ancient tombs near the Great Pyramid of Giza, the latest discovery in the region. ✔ Egypt: Dozens of mummified animals were found in the seven tombs near Cairo (Image: Reuters) A couple of days ago, when we discovered those coffins, they were sealed coffins with drawings of scarabs ✔ The Tomb of Mehu not only contains the body of the King’s advisor but also of his son, Meren Ra and his grandson Heteb Kha
It's a mystery why this Sherlock was omitted - Los Angeles Times
11/12/2018, 10:12:40 AMSome think was the most authentic Holmes ever was the late Jeremy Brett, who hauntingly portrayed the great detective in all 41 episodes of the Conan Doyle stories in the BBC’s Granada TV series. ✔ As someone who has researched and written about Sherlock Holmes for decades, I was delighted to read Rosemary McClure’s excellent article [On the Holmes Case, Nov. 4] ✔ After a long walk to the immigration checkpoint, we stood in line and waited 20 minutes for the kiosks to open
Completion nears on Europe's first underwater restaurant
11/12/2018, 10:38:51 AMNamed 'Under', the eatery will open in the coastal village of Baly in the region of Lindesnes located on the southernmost tip of Norway in spring 2019. ✔ The structure will become a part of its marine environment, coming to rest directly on the sea bed five meters below the water's surface' The restaurant was designed by the Snohetta company, based in Oslo and New York City with studios in San Francisco, Innsbruck, Singapore and Stockholm 'In this way, we create flavorful, innovative dishes that reflect our landscape.' The restaurant was designed by the Snohetta company, based in Oslo and New York City with studios in San Francisco, Innsbruck, Singapore and Stockholm
Bremont's Concorde-inspired Supersonic watch prepares for take-off
11/12/2018, 8:08:46 AMHouse! ✔ Aviation is at the heart of Bremont; this new watch looks to the glory days of Concorde Following Bremont’s established procedure, for the Supersonic, the Henley-based company has incorporated both detail and material from Concorde into the new watch
Pound to euro exchange rate: Sterling falters as Brexit government meeting abandoned
11/12/2018, 8:13:27 AMTHE POUND has faltered against the euro after a strong week following the news of a postponed government meeting led by Theresa May to discuss the Brexit deal. ✔ Exchange rate: The pound is currently trading against the euro at €1.141 (Image: Bloomberg) The hindered plans follow the resignation of Jo Johnson, transport minister, and proposed plans falling spectacularly short of what was promised in the referendum, revealed a BBC Radio 4 Interview
The missing blue plaques for London's women – and what to do about it
11/12/2018, 9:43:16 AMThey hadn’t invented women when the UK’s first house plaque scheme began in 1866. ✔ They have recently asked the public to nominate women for consideration by the panel that chooses 12 new plaques a year ✔ While the call has sparked some controversy, for those of us, whether travellers or residents, who love that direct shot of history you..
Paddle your way through remote Northwest Territories on women-only adventure - Los Angeles Times
11/12/2018, 11:04:22 AMExplore Canada’s remote Northwest Territories on a female-only trip on the Keele River. ✔ Other highlights include hiking and wildlife viewing; the area is home to caribou, moose, grizzlies and Dall sheep ✔ Dates: July 18-29 Price: From about $4,600 per person ✔ Info: Wild Women Expeditions, (888) 993-1222 ALSO Pearl Harbor’s USS Arizona Memorial will reopen in March Mammoth Mountain delays opening, blaming warm temperatures
Prince Harry fights jet lag using this very unusual item - is it Meghan’s influence?
11/12/2018, 11:16:55 AMPRINCE HARRY recently undertook his first royal tour with Meghan Markle as a married couple to Australasia. The prince was spotted with a very unusual item which can help combat jet lag. ✔ He isn’t the only famous face to have used one, with a number of celebrities sporting the fitness and sleep tracker ✔ It may have been the influence of his new wife, with Meghan being open about the role fitness plays in her life ✔ The Queen has been known to use barley sugar and homeopathic medicines to combat the symptoms
What will happen to the UK music industry after Brexit?
11/12/2018, 8:34:15 AMAs the music industry celebrates record revenues nationally and abroad – with homegrown artists like Ed Sheeran, Adele and Stormzy ranked among the top in the world – will Brexit undo it all, asks Roisin O'Connor ✔ The British music industry is experiencing an unprecedented boom, with artists such as Ed Sheeran, Adele, Stormzy, Dua Lipa and Rag’n’Bone Man achieving record-breaking revenues at home and abroad last year ✔ We’ve had situations where, say, an African artist has been due to come who plays a particularly rare instrument, and we’ll be asked: ‘Can’t you find someone in the UK who plays that instrument?’, which is absurd, he told the Radio Times
Why Hyundai Nexo could be one of the most important cars of 2019
11/12/2018, 11:16:50 AMHYUNDAI Nexo was launched earlier this year and a special feature of the car could make it an incredibly significant and useful vehicle. ✔ Sylvie Childs, Hyundai’s Senior Product Manager for NEXO says: We are all concerned about air quality and what affects it ✔ Hyundai says if 10,000 NEXO’s were on the road it would reduce the carbon reduction effect equivalent to planting 60,000 trees ✔ From 2019, the new NEXO will be available to consumers starting from circa £60,000 and via selected lease companies
Jodie Whittaker took us into PC hell on Doctor Who by Jim Shelley
11/12/2018, 9:16:48 AMDemons Of The Punjab did see the Time Lord complete a trip previously thought impossible: going from bad to worse. ✔ Doctor Who proved there are some journeys even its iconic hero cannot make ✔ The premise was Yaz going to the Punjab to find out the secrets of her grandma’s youth ✔ Unlike his predecessors Steven Moffat and Russell T.Davies, Chris Chibnall has vowed not to re-visit the Daleks, the Cybermen, or any of the series’ other vintage creatures – but to feature only new creations
The Wheels on These Buses Go Round and Round With Zero Emissions
11/12/2018, 11:40:05 AMSome states, concerned about pollution and global warming, see school buses as the next frontier for electric vehicles. Prices are high, but that's starting to change. ✔ Sign up here for Climate Fwd: , our email newsletter ✔ So far, so good, said Sergio Alfonso, the district’s director of transportation ✔ We always expect issues with new technology, but we haven’t seen anything out of the ordinary yet ✔ For more news on climate and the environment, follow @NYTClimate on Twitter
43 Products To Solve Your Biggest Frustrations
11/12/2018, 11:09:20 AMRelax, these products have your back. ✔ A rapid car charger with a whopping FIVE USB ports and a FIVE-FOOT cable to power up the whole family's devices on the go ✔ An underwire bra designed specifically (and ingeniously) for big boobs ✔ Just pour right in no sagging or tipped over bags in sight ✔ I've ended up buying SEVERAL more for stocking stuffers
The Walking Dead just introduced its most terrifying villains yet
11/12/2018, 8:34:19 AM*Spoilers for season 9 episode 6 follow* ✔ Eleanor Shellstrop (Kristen Bell) is a cynical schlub waved through the Pearly Gates by mistake after dying in a bizarre supermarket accident ✔ The Walking Dead continues in the US on AMC every Sunday with the simulcast airing Support free-thinking journalism and subscribe to Independent Minds in the UK at 2am ✔ The episode is also available to watch on NOW TV ahead of its repeat on FOX at 9pm the following evening
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