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Number of migrants arriving in UK in small boats nears 10,000 mark

Some 103 people came across in two boats yesterday, it has been revealed - bringing the total so far this year, not including Sunday's arrivals, to 9,803.

Must-see photos of China's magnificent city of ice

The Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival is an annual winter event that takes place in Harbin, Heilongjiang, China, and it's now the largest ice festival on the planet. It starts every year on January 5th and runs for about two months, boasting a jaw-dropping and shivering display of the world's biggest ice sculptures. At this point of the year, the city is no longer standing, but luckily we have amazing photos in case you've never seen it. Click through to see the city in all its icy frigid glory—and how it all comes together. When it comes to winter, if you can't beat it, join it!

Antiques Roadshow guest stunned by five-figure price of painting

A guest on Antiques Roadshow became speechless as she was told her family-owned painting was worth around $25,000.

Sharjah presents its heritage at TIBF

THESSALONIKI, Greece, 19th May, 2024 (WAM) -- Dr. Sultan Sooud Al Qasimi, a member of the Heritage Preservation Committee in the UAE and member of the American University of Sharjah Board of Trustees, emphasised that a city’s identity extends beyond its physical heritage, cultural expressions, architectural prominence, and historical monuments.Instead, it is intricately intertwined with the collective memory of its inhabitants, reflecting a...

The risky allure of WiFi Money: private jets, sports cars, and ruined investors

A motley crew of Instagram-obsessed, hustle-culture influencers made millions. In their wake, they left a trail of lawsuits and financial devastation.

The most dangerous (and the safest) countries for female travelers

In an attempt to determine which countries are the most dangerous for female travelers, husband and wife journalists Asher and Lyric Fergusson studied and ranked the 50 most popular countries amongst tourists. The data was compiled using sources ranging from the 2018 Gallup World Poll to Equal Measures 2030's Gender Advocates Data Hub. The Fergusson's Women’s Danger Index ranked each country based on eight factors: street safety for women, intentional homicide of women, non-partner sexual violence, intimate partner sexual violence, legal discrimination, global gender gap, gender inequality index, and violence against women attitudes. Using these metrics, their list of the 20 most dangerous countries for women emerges. Intrigued? Take a look at their findings by clicking through the following gallery.

10 of the Most Unique Museums In the United States

Add these one-of-a-kind destinations to your travel bucket list.

The Best Wellness Retreats To Kick Off Your New Year

Whether you want to be out in nature, get a good workout or just feel restored, we have something great for you.

'Can't Leave': 10 Years on, Thousands Forgotten in Syria Desert Camp

In a no-man's land on Syria's border with Iraq and Jordan, thousands are stranded in an isolated camp, unable to return home after fleeing the government and militants years ago.When police defector Khaled arrived at Rukban, he had hoped to be back home within weeks -- but eight years on, he is still stuck in the remote desert camp, sealed off from the rest of the country.Damascus rarely lets aid in and neighbouring countries have closed their...

Salon owners share the 7 red flags to look for when getting a pedicure

From jacuzzi tubs with jets to uncovered chairs, these are the signs it may be time to get a pedicure at a new salon, according to salon owners.

Score 30% Off a Hotel Stay in Bermuda — Just in Time for Summer

The sale ends on June 15.

The surprising reason why almost no flags feature the colour purple

National flags might seem like a riot of colour, but there is one colour that you will almost never see on a flag and the reason comes down to the ancient trade in rare sea snails.

Char Dham Yatra 2024: Uttarakhand Govt Amps Up Measures After Record 1.8 Lakh Pilgrims Visit In 10 Days

Char Dham Yatra News: Following the reports of mismanagement and a huge rush of devotees, the Uttarakhand government amped up the arrangements en route to the Char Dhams in the state. Addressing the concerns of locals and priests, the state government issued orders to ban making social media reels in the 50-meter periphery of the shrines. The administration also distributed food supplies to the stranded pilgrims due to jams on the Yatra route....

Beyond Machu Picchu and Cancun: Latin American wonders for a dream vacation

120 years of Rolls-Royce

UAE Flies Relief Plane to Brazil for Flood-Hit Victims

The UAE has dispatched its first relief plane to Brazil, loaded with 100 tonnes of food, medical, and relief aid for flood victims. Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashemy, UAE Minister of International Cooperation, highlighted that the UAE’s advanced monitoring systems track various natural disasters, e

This is what Kyiv looked like before the war

13 Nostalgic Photos of Vintage Amusement Parks

What a thrill.

Why were these airports left abandoned?

Unless you arrive in the dead of night, airports are usually teeming with tourists, travellers and staff members but imagine rocking up and finding nobody there. We take a look at incredible airports that all lie abandoned and forgotten.

NCW to explore caves for conservation and recognition

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The National Center for Wildlife (NCW) will embark on an extensive exploration of caves in the Northern Borders region of Saudi Arabia as part of its ongoing Caves Exploration Program initiated in 2022.Dr. Mohammed Ali Qurban, CEO of the NCW, highlighted the program's objectives: achieving international recognition by mapping these caves on the global biodiversity and natural heritage scale, preserving their...

City have 'togetherness that is just amazing' - Grealish

Manchester City's Jack Grealish, speaking to Sky Sports: "It is an unbelievable feeling to be history-makers. I have been here three years and every year I have won a Premier League - it has been unbelievable. "And for the guys that have been here four years, some say it is the hardest league in the world, so to do four in a row is unbelievable. "I...

The world's 30 most stunning lakes should be on your wish list

With some two million lakes on planet Earth, ranging from ancient mountain lakes and former volcanic craters to paradisiacal lagoons, plenty are stunning.

Future of UAE luxury resorts: What do young tourists want?

Many fancy hotels are adjusting their offerings to fit the dynamic and hybrid lifestyles of younger, digital-savvy travellers

Umrah not allowed for those without a Hajj permit between May 24 and June 26

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced that Umrah permits will not be issued for those who do not have a confirmed Hajj permit during the period from Dhul Qada 16, corresponding to May 24, until Dhul-Hijjah 20, corresponding to June 26. The ministry issued the directive to facilitate the Hajj pilgrims, who started flocking to Saudi Arabia from all over the world, to perform their rituals at the Grand Mosque in...

UAE: Beat the heat at these water parks

Brace yourself for a summer of memorable moments at these water parks around the country

Why these have been named the comfiest sheets in Australia

The brand behind the 'country's comfiest' robes has released a super soft bedding collection - and shoppers are snapping up the addictively cosy buys at a record pace.

Overrated tourist spots you should avoid

For every tourist destination worth the effort and expense to visit, there's a cheap trick that isn’t worth either and yet still, somehow, draws crowds. Check out this gallery, based on a list from Far and Wide, that will help shed light on some of the shadiest tourist traps. And keep in mind, one person's tacky trap is another's perfect Instagram!

Arsenal’s sad end intersects with need to feel City’s title claim is real

Well, you can still have a lot of fun in 80 seconds. As carnival atmospheres go, this was a micro‑carnival, a highlights snippet. Arsenal’s final‑day Premier League jeopardy: let’s have a look at your best bits. As the players walked out at the Emirates Stadium there was a starburst of red and white smoke above the lip of the stand and a sense of event glamour and skirling possibilities, like the final rally of a presidential campaign. Eighty...

From 2024, you have to pay to travel to the United Kingdom

Three Dubai Metro stations reopen after flood closures

Three Dubai Metro stations have reopened after being closed due to flooding last month, the Roads and Transport Authority announced. Trains are now operating as normal at Onpassive, Equiti and Mashreq stations on the Red Line. The stations have been out of service since the April 16 storm that affected vast areas of the UAE. The Energy Metro Statio...

Navigating Risks in a Dynamic World: Impact on Businesses

In today’s dynamic world, rapid technological advancements and economic uncertainties have become prominent, giving rise to two major challenges: climate change and geopolitical conflicts. Interestingly, issues like climate change are no longer viewed simply as risks but are recognized as stru

Will Putin respect the Olympic truce at the Paris Games?

Russian President Vladimir Putin has hinted that he will not respect the Olympic truce and will continue to fight in Ukraine during the Paris Olympics this summer. "These Olympic principles, including the Olympic truce, are very correct (...) But few countries in history have respected them, with the exception of ancient Greece," Mr. Putin told Russian journalists at the end of a two-day visit to China. Vladimir Putin further suggested that...

The Grande Dames of country music

Are your dreams trying to tell you something?

KUWAIT: Every night, when people finally close their eyes and put an end to the day’s events, they are transported to a different world - one that might be too fictional or just too random. Yet, it is undeniably a place where they experience a sense of liberation from their mundane reality. “A dream is a theater in which the dreamer is himself the scene, the player, the prompter, the author, the producer, the public and the critic,” said Badria...

Bezos' Blue Origin Resumes Launches for Space Tourists

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin LLC resumed space tourism launches on Sunday morning, sending six private passengers on a short flight more than 60 miles above the earth to the edge of space and back. This was the seventh tourist mission Blue Origin has launched on New Shepard to date and the first since August 2022.

How to Get a Workout in While Traveling

Travel does not have to put a damper on your workout routine.

Revealed: The world's biggest oil producers

From nations in the Middle East to African hotspots, we explore which countries are behind the world's biggest oil outputs.

Mizuho Americas Open 2024 prize money payouts for all the LPGA golfers at Liberty National

Nelly Korda's first trip to Liberty National resulted in a big payday as the No. 1 player in the world nabbed her sixth victory of the season and a $450,000 first-place prize at the Mizuho Americas Open. Korda, who became the fastest

Escape it all with these off-grid stays across the world

Switch off your phone, pack your camera and let's explore the world's most envy-inducing retreats.

Awakening the sleeping giant: How Saudi Arabia plans to attract more foreign tourists

Saudi Arabia plans to become a travel hot spot, ploughing $800 billion in tourism investments to develop the sector and setting a revised target of attracting 150 million visitors by the end of the decade. But a key part of that effort is luring international travellers to explore the lesser-discovered country. The kingdom is focusing on high-spend...

Swiss village bids to introduce Venice-style entry fee for tourists

Lauterbrunnen in the Bernese Oberland has seen a surge in tourism in the warmer months, with some visitors only staying for a day and contributing little to the economy.

How Sharjah's old buildings tell a human story of the emirate's growth and character

Over the course of a century, Sharjah’s buildings have collected their own stories of the emirate’s history and development, according to author and arts patron Sultan Al Qassemi. Speaking at the Thessaloniki Book Fair on Saturday, where Sharjah is the guest of honour, Al Qassemi discussed the 2021 book Building Sharjah, a co-edited compendium of t...

Iran’s President Missing After Helicopter Crash in Dense Fog

Rescue teams are searching into the night to try to locate Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi after his helicopter crashed on his way back from a visit to the country’s northwest.

In response to a string of deaths, Airbnb CEO says it's 'really hard' to make hosts install carbon monoxide detectors

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky will appear on NBC Nightly News to discuss challenges his company is facing, including a carbon monoxide detector mandate.

Parks and restoration: Climate change forces US policy shift

Parks and restoration: Climate change forces US policy shift Can America's national parks remain "unimpaired" forever, with their majestic scenery and wildlife unaltered? The Organic Act asked the National Park Service "to conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and the wildlife therein and... leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations."

40 Things That Didn't Exist 40 Years Ago

The world really was a different place back then.

Xander Schauffele pronunciation: A guide to saying golfer's full name and family origin

Xander Schauffele's name is a mouthful for anyone watching the PGA Tour.

Tottenham fly to Australia for friendly just hours after Premier League season ends

Tottenham boarded a plane to Australia for a post-season friendly against Newcastle just hours after their final game of the Premier League campaign. A video shared on Spurs’ X account on Sunday night showed the players, who beat relegated Sheffield United 3-0 earlier in the day, boarding a plane to Melbourne. The friendly has attracted criticism f...

Bodour Al Qasimi inaugurates Greek edition of ‘Folktales Reimagined’

THESSALONIKI, Greece, 19th May, 2024 (WAM) -- As part of Sharjah's participation as a Guest of Honor at the Thessaloniki International Book Fair 2024 (TIBF) in Greece, Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) and Founder and Patron of the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY), inaugurated yesterday, the Greek edition of the “Folktales Reimagined” exhibition, at Thessaloniki Central Library,...

Jordan follows with great concern reports about Iranian president’s plane incident

AMMAN - The Foreign Ministry said on Sunday it was following up with great concern on news reports about the incident involving the plane carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and the accompanying delegation.The ministry's spokesman Sufyan Qudah underlined in a statement Jordan's readiness to provide all necessary support and assistance, voicing the Kingdom’s expressed sympathy with Iran and...