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Shakira gets immortalized in her home city with a giant statue

December 28, 2023708 Views

Grammy-winning Colombian singer Shakira, one of the world's top-selling musicians, has been immortalized in her famous belly-dancing pose in a giant bronze statue in her home city of Barranquilla. The Colombian city's Mayor Jaime Pumarejo unveiled the 6.5 meter (21 foot) sculpture in a park along the banks of the Magdalena River on Tuesday in the company of the singer's parents. The statue of Colombian singer Shakira stands at the Gran Malecon de Barranquilla, in Barranquilla, Colombia December 27, 2023. REUTERS/Carlos Parra Rios The statue by artist Yino Marquez "shows millions of girls that they can, that they can pursue their dreams and any of them can achieve what they want," said Pumarejo, noting that he used to see Shakira sing at local children's concerts. The sculpture...

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Usher in 2024 with New Year countdown celebrations at Hong Kong

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December 27, 2023729 Views

The Victoria Harbour has always been the belle of the ball for Hong Kong’s spectacular countdown on New Year’s Eve. This year, get ready to be dazzled by a 12-minute firework musical extravaganza themed ‘New Year New Legend’. The show will span 1,300 metres, from Central to Causeway Bay, surpassing all previous editions in Hong Kong in both scale and duration. This phenomenal display will depict the changing seasons and the beauty of nature through colourful fireworks, as well as lighting effects and pyrotechnics set off from the rooftops of iconic buildings on Hong Kong Island. There will also be pre-show wishmaking sessions every 15 minutes from 11 pm onwards. Pyrotechnics will shoot from the rooftops of 2 three prominent harbourfront high-rises on Hong Kong Island, illuminating the ...

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Skydive Dubai celebrates 13thaAnniversary with a unique jump

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December 26, 2023750 Views

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's a flying cake! On 20th December, Skydive Dubai, owned by Shamal Holding, celebrated its 13th anniversary with a one-of-a-kind BASE jump featuring a record-holding skydiver jumping out of an inflatable cake lifted by balloons, at the Dubai Dropzone. This unique project, born from a simple idea, evolved over six months of implementation, from designing the inflatable cake to engineering its compatibility with the balloons and making the jump possible. Skydive Dubai celebrated its 13th Anniversary with a unique BASE jump The extensive effort was a testament to Skydive Dubai's passion for innovation. Collaborating with numerous partners, the journey was a true labor of passion, demonstrating the dedication that Skydive Dubai brings to ev...

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Top street food havens for unforgettable culinary delights in Ho Chi Minh

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December 25, 20231299 Views

Ho Chi Minh City, a culinary haven renowned for its vibrant street food scene, has embarked on an international media campaign to showcase its unique and transformative cuisine. Spearheaded by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism since December 2023, the campaign has captivated audiences worldwide with its compelling video titled "All You Can Eat". The captivating video has been prominently featured during prime time and throughout the day on esteemed networks such as CNN Asia, Discovery, and Asian Food Network (AFN). Leveraging the power of digital platforms and social media, the campaign ensures that the tantalizing glimpses into Ho Chi Minh City's culinary landscape reach a global audience. Furthermore, during November and December, the Heritage Guide showcasing culinary in Ho...

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Greece to offer exclusive Acropolis visits – for a steep price

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December 23, 2023636 Views

Fancy seeing the ancient Acropolis uncluttered by thousands of selfie-snappers? A solution is in the works, but it will set you back up to 5,000 euros ($5,500). Starting April 1 2024, Greece plans to offer exclusive guided tours of its most powerful tourist magnet to handfuls of well-heeled visitors outside normal opening hours. The measure is part of an overhaul of ticketing policy for Greece’s archaeological sites and museums, which will see across-the-board increases as of April 2025. An official at Greece’s Culture Ministry said Friday that the new Acropolis service will apply to a maximum four groups of up to five people each. It will cost 5,000 euros ($5,500) per group, although individuals prepared to cover the full group fee are welcome to visit on their own. Nikol...

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Experience an endless summer in Mozambique

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December 21, 2023693 Views

Discover the captivating destination of Mozambique, a lesser-known haven of exquisite charm on the Southeast coast of Africa. Just 30 kilometres off the mainland lies Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort, a luxurious retreat that invites guests to create lasting memories on pristine beaches, enjoy a sizzling culinary scene and embark on outdoor activities all year round due to the balmy temperatures. Mozambique offers a unique blend of encounters in one magnificent country. Immerse in an endless summer with breathtaking moments in an exotic paradise. Aquatic Adventures Guests at Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort can explore the newly formed Missava Island, where towering sand dunes shelter its vibrant crab community. It’s a spectacular place to admire a magical sunset in an untouched p...

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Most stunning beach resorts in Thailand for a perfect honeymoon

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December 20, 2023836 Views

During the final two months of 2023, approximately 3.8 million weddings were solemnised in India. The timing aligns well with Thailand’s visa exemption for Indian travellers, extending until May 2024. A delightful opportunity for the newly hitched, we say. Imagine a dreamy coastal escape overlooking the Arabian Sea where opulence meets seclusion – if that’s your idea of a honeymoon, these five resorts perfectly fit the bill. Luxurious Bespoke Experiences in Krabi Nestled along the pristine white sands in Krabi, Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve has villas with massive beds and private pavilions that blur the boundaries between indoors and outdoors. This uber-luxurious retreat goes the extra mile in crafting personalised experiences. In-house butlers, or Ton Hong, are no less th...

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Going beyond in Antarctica

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December 17, 2023651 Views

Quark Expeditions takes explorers to Snow Hill island colony of Emperor penguins Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, extended its longstanding record of achievement in Antarctica by successfully landing 208 explorers on two voyages for an experience that few on the planet will ever have: walking on sea ice to visit the remote Snow Hill Island colony of Emperor penguins. Quark Expeditions' technologically-advanced expedition ship, Ultramarine, and its team delivered these successful Snow Hill voyages in November and December, while also hosting a special onboard ceremony at the edge of Antarctica's Weddell Sea: the official announcement of Dr Sian Proctor as Ultramarine's godmother. Photo Credit: Michelle Sole Joined by the company's legendary Expedition L...

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New York museum returns Southeast Asian artifacts tied to looting

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December 16, 2023723 Views

The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City said on Friday that it would return 14 sculptures to Cambodia and two to Thailand that were associated with an art dealer who was charged with trafficking looted antiquities in 2019. The return of the sculptures to their countries of origin would empty the Met's collection of art associated with Douglas Latchford, a dealer charged with smuggling looted artifacts from Southeast Asia, the museum said. The U.S. Attorney's office in the Southern District of New York indicted Latchford for supplying major auction houses, art dealers and museums with looted antiquities and falsifying documentation about where he obtained the art. Latchford died at his home in Bangkok in 2020, the New York Times reported. FILE PHOTO: People stand outside T...

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Denmark introduces green tax on air passengers from 2025

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December 16, 2023564 Views

Denmark on Friday agreed to impose a tax on air passengers to help finance the airline industry's transition to greener practices, which will be gradually phased in from 2025, the government said. The government in November proposed imposing an average tax of 100 Danish crowns ($14.35) on air travel to help finance the industry's green transition, which aims to enable all domestic flights to use 100% sustainable fuels by 2030. Under Friday's agreement, the tax will by 2030 reach around 50 Danish crowns ($7.35) per passenger for intra-European flights, 310 crowns for medium-distance flights, and 410 for long-distance, according to a statement from the taxation ministry. Transit flights leaving after a stop-over in a Danish airport will be exempted, according to the statement. ...