Travel
Montmartre Residents Push Back Against Overtourism in Paris
Montmartre, the postcard-perfect hilltop district of Paris, is facing mounting pressure from a surge in visitors, sparking fears among residents that their neighbourhood could follow the path of overtouristed...
Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro Shows Heart Health Benefits Over Trulicity in Landmark Trial
Eli Lilly announced that its diabetes drug Mounjaro has demonstrated heart health benefits in...
Best Buy to Launch Ikea Mini-Showrooms in Select Stores
Best Buy announced plans to introduce mini-showrooms within some of its stores, featuring Ikea...
JPMorgan Chase Expands with 1,000 New Branches in Seven Years
JPMorgan Chase has opened 1,000 new branches over the past seven years, a number...
Moderna Announces 10% Workforce Reduction Amid Declining Covid Vaccine Sales
Moderna announced plans to reduce its global workforce by about 10% by the end...
Tourists Flock to Xiapu County for Staged Scenes of Rural China
In the misty countryside of Xiapu County, Fujian, a farmer guides a buffalo through ancient trees, while a woman in a straw hat carries...
Dubai’s Ultra-Luxury Property Boom Continues with Extravagant Mansions
Dubai is expanding its ultra-luxury real estate market with a new wave of extravagant mansions and penthouses, as developers compete to attract global multimillionaires....
A Weekend Guide to Foshan’s Art Biennale and Cultural Treasures
Foshan, a city of 9.6 million people, is located 130 km from Hong Kong and is a destination rich in art, culture, and culinary...
Airports Introduce Sensory Rooms to Support Neurodiverse Travelers
Airports are often a whirlwind of noise and movement, with travelers rushing through terminals, dragging suitcases, and announcements constantly filling the air. While this...
Tracking Rhinos on Foot in Zimbabwe’s Matobo National Park
We move silently in single file across the savannah, guided by ranger Ian Harmer. Suddenly, his arm shoots up, signaling us to stop. Everyone...
Paul Dubrule’s Legacy: How a Hospitality Icon is Changing Lives in Cambodia
At 90, Paul Dubrule, co-founder of Accor, remains deeply involved in hospitality education. In November 2024, he attended the opening of a new amphitheater...
Japan’s Onsen Culture: Aiming for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Recognition
A coalition of Japanese governors is pushing to have the country’s hot spring culture, or onsen, added to UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list in...
Resilience of Big Basin Redwoods State Park After Wildfire
Big Basin Redwoods State Park, California’s oldest state park, showcases the enduring beauty and resilience of nature despite facing devastation. Located in the Santa...
Climate Change Reduces Snowy Winters, Threatening Ecosystems and Economies
As climate change accelerates, the once-iconic white Christmas may soon become a distant memory. A new report reveals that the northern hemisphere is experiencing...
Airports Embrace Music to Enhance Passenger Experience
Music is no longer a mere afterthought at many airports. Around the globe, airports are recognizing the power of music to create a welcoming...
Rome Completes Major Construction Works for 2025 Catholic Holy Year
Rome has completed a significant phase of construction in preparation for the 2025 Catholic Holy Year, or Jubilee, set to begin this week. Mayor...
Gujarat’s Kite-Making Industry: A Tradition of Craftsmanship and Concern
In Gujarat, India, thousands of artisans work tirelessly to create vibrant kites that light up the skies during Uttarayan, a Hindu harvest festival marking...
Florence’s Vasari Corridor Reopens After Restoration
The iconic Vasari Corridor in Florence, a Renaissance masterpiece connecting the Uffizi Galleries to the Palazzo Pitti, is set to reopen to the public...
Niseko: Japan’s Luxurious Ski Destination with a Rich Alpine History
Once a humble ski town, Niseko in Japan's Hokkaido has blossomed into a global luxury destination, drawing millions of visitors annually. Dubbed "The St....
