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In Ukraine’s Kharkiv, ballet offers ‘rebirth’ after bombs and bullets

May 31, 202580 Views

In the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, it’s hard to escape the war with Russia. On some days, when the wind blows in the right direction, residents of the historic city can hear the boom of artillery fire from the front line, some 30 km (20 miles) away. Most nights, Russian kamikaze drones packed with explosives buzz over apartment buildings as parents put their children to bed. Frequently - but unpredictably - a Russian ballistic missile will slam into the city. Three years on from Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, for many people in Kharkiv, the war and its unrelenting, inescapable proximity, takes a mental toll. Ballet dancers practise for the revival of 'Chopiniana,' the first since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, in the underground area of the National Aca...

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Discover Dubai’s most iconic venues for MICE at the QE2

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May 31, 202580 Views

In a city known for extraordinary venues, the Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel offers something truly unmatched – a prestigious setting steeped in history, anchored in legacy, and elevated by modern sophistication. As Dubai continues to grow as a global hub for business and events, the QE2 stands apart as a venue that inspires, impresses, and leaves a lasting mark. Strategically located in Port Mina Rashid – one of the largest lifestyle and cruise destination – the QE2 features a collection of distinctive event spaces, each designed to host diverse events – from high-level board meetings and conferences to grand galas, product launches, and celebrations of every scale. Ferghal Purcell, General Manager of the Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel, stated: “Hosting an event on the QE2 is not just about ...

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Aviation leaders assemble in New Delhi for IATA’s 81st AGM

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May 30, 2025129 Views

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that leaders of the global aviation industry are gathering for the 81st IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) which will take place in New Delhi, India from 1-3 June 2025. India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, is expected to deliver a keynote address to delegates. IndiGo is the host airline of the event, which was last held in India in 1983. Some 1,700 participants are registered to attend, including industry leaders, government officials and media. “We are excited to bring the IATA AGM to India after a 42-year gap. India’s place in global aviation has changed dramatically, particularly over the last decade. The country has seen record aircraft orders, impressive growth, and world...

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Shaikha Al Nowais nominated as first woman to head UN Tourism

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May 30, 202585 Views

The UN Tourism Executive Council has met again for a milestone session to build on the legacy of the last eight years. Meeting for its 123rd session, the Council assessed progress made around the priorities of innovation, investments and education and looked ahead with the nomination of Shaikha Al Nowais as new Secretary-General from 2026. Upon confirmation by the UN Tourism General Assembly, Shaikha Al Nowais will become the woman to hold the position. According to the May 2025 World Tourism Barometer from UN Tourism, over 300 million tourists travelled internationally in the first three months of 2025, about 14 million more than in the same months of 2024. On the back of this positive data, Member States were given an overview of the progress made in key areas designed to build a mor...

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Passenger growth accelerates to 8% in April

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May 29, 2025130 Views

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 8.0% compared to April 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 6.5% year-on-year. The April load factor was 83.6% (+1.1 ppt compared to April 2024). International demand rose 10.8% compared to April 2024. Capacity was up 8.5% year-on-year, and the load factor was 84.1% (+1.7 ppt compared to April 2024), the highest ever for April. Domestic demand increased 3.3% compared to April 2024. Capacity was up 3.1% year-on-year. The load factor was 82.7% (+0.1 ppt compared to April 2024). “April was a positive month for travel. Growth strengthened...

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Egyptian archaeologists discover three tombs in Luxor

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May 29, 2025125 Views

Egypt unveiled three new tombs of prominent statesman in the Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis in Luxor, officials said Monday. Egyptian archaeologists have discovered tombs dating back to the New Kingdom period (1550–1070 B.C.) and identified the names and titles of their owners through inscriptions found within, according to a statement by the tourism and antiquities ministry. In this undated photo, hieroglyphs are revealed in the three new graves of senior statesmen found in the Dra' Abu al-Naga necropolis area in Luxor, Egypt. (Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities via AP) Mohamed Ismail Khaled, secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, said in the statement that further study of other tombs’ inscriptions is needed to gain a deeper understanding of the tombs’ owne...

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Elevating the inflight dining experience to new heights with exquisite Chinese fare

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May 29, 2025128 Views

Cathay Pacific hosted a special tasting event on 28 May, presenting its new “Chinese Classics” dining offerings inspired by the Eight Great Cuisines of China for its Business class customers. Complementing the airline’s “Hong Kong Flavours” and “International Favourites” offerings, the new “Chinese Classics” menu seeks to provide a diverse culinary experience for customers, while showcasing Cathay Pacific’s leadership and innovation in inflight dining. With a profound appreciation for China’s rich culinary heritage, Cathay Pacific masterfully incorporates the essence of China’s eight great regional cuisines into its inflight dining, connecting the world to Chinese culinary culture through its global network. Showcasing the allure of Chinese culture through culinary delights A...

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Lesser flamingos lose one of their only four African breeding sites to sewage

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May 28, 202589 Views

Until the last half-decade, the majestic lesser flamingo had four African breeding sites: two salt pans in Botswana and Namibia, a soda lake in Tanzania, and an artificial dam outside South Africa's historic diamond-mining town of Kimberley. Now it only has three. Years of raw sewage spilling into Kamfers Dam, the only South African water body where lesser flamingos congregated in large enough numbers to breed, have rendered the water so toxic that the distinctive pink birds have abandoned it, according to conservationists and a court judgment against the local council seen by Reuters. Lesser flamingos are currently considered near-threatened, rather than endangered, by the International Union for Conservation of Nature: there are 2-3 million left, four-fifths of them spread ...

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International tourist arrivals grew 5% in Q1 2025

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May 28, 202591 Views

International tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) increased by 5% in the first quarter of 2025 though results were mixed among regions and sub-regions According to the May 2025 World Tourism Barometer from UN Tourism, over 300 million tourists travelled internationally in the first three months of 2025, about 14 million more than in the same months of 2024. That represents a 5% rise on last year and is 3% more than in pre-pandemic year 2019. The robust performance came despite the sector facing a range of geopolitical and trade tensions, as well as high inflation in travel and tourism services. UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili said: “In every global region, tourism stands out as a major services sector, supporting millions of jobs and businesses of a...

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First human to visit space, all 193 countries, and both poles

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May 27, 202590 Views

With upcoming space launch, adventurer Jaime Alemán set to complete the "Grand Slam" of travel Jaime Alemán of Panama, a distinguished lawyer and former senior diplomat, is about to make history—again. Having visited all 193 countries and both poles, Alemán now eyes space and a human first. The pioneering space company Blue Origin announced this week that Alemán will be among the crew aboard its next suborbital mission, set to launch in the coming weeks. At age 73, this voyage to space will mark the final leg of Alemán's extraordinary, decades-long journey: visiting every country on Earth, setting foot on both the North and South Poles, and now, reaching the edge of space. "I didn't set out on this quest to set a record," said Alemán. "I did it as a challenge to myself. I wa...