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Things you should know before going to Greece, according to a local: I was born and raised in Greece, and I live in Athens for six months of the year ...
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Washington DC to Dubai, UAE for only $674 roundtrip: Cheap flights from Washington DC to Dubai, UAE for only $674 roundtrip with Qatar Airways.
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Like a horror film: Sahara dust covers large parts of Greece: Sahara Dust: It is a truly eerie experience to see the sky in Athens turning into deeper and deeper ...
keeptalkinggreece.com/2024/04/23/sahaea-dust-greece-athens-april-23/
Greece: Orange Sahara dust haze descends over Athens: The Greek capital was covered in a haze of dust which has blown from the Sahara desert.
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68887377
Paris organizers receive Olympic flame in Athens ahead of relay: The Paris Olympics flame has been formally handed to French organizers in the all-marble stadium ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1237456/paris-organizers-receive-flame-in-athens-ahead-of-relay/
Saharan dust inundates Athens Wednesday morning | eKathimerini.com: The African dust microparticles that blanketed southern Greece reached shocking ...
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Boeing reports $355m losses amid furore over safety fears: It is the seventh consecutive quarterly loss for the embattled aerospace giant
independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/boeing-losses-safety-fears-report-b2534131.html
Quick Glance: Boeing faces revenue decline after 7 quarters with decreasing deliveries
- Boeing experienced a revenue decline in the last quarter, marking the first time in seven quarters as aircraft deliveries decrease.
- The quarterly revenue amounted to $16.57 billion, surpassing the expectations of $16.23 billion.
- Boeing aims to deliver a significant portion of its inventory of 737s and 787s by the end of the year to generate much-needed capital.
- Operating margins at Boeing's defense business improved to 2.2% in the quarter, compared to a negative value of 3.2% a year ago.
Italian researcher claims to have located Plato’s burial place: An Italian researcher believes he has identified the location of Plato’s burial place in Athens ...
ekathimerini.com/culture/1237131/italian-researcher-claims-to-have-located-platos-burial-place/
Muslims in Athens mark the end of Ramadan holy month: Muslims gather to perform Eid al-Fitr prayer at the state-operated Mosque of Athens on Wednesday.
ekathimerini.com/multimedia/images/1236074/muslims-in-athens-mark-the-end-of-ramadan-holy-month/
Athens Declared 'Best Smelling' City in Europe - GreekReporter.com: People living in Athens may disagree, but a recent study analyzing has found that ...
greekreporter.com/2024/04/18/athens-declared-best-smelling-city-europe/
Hundreds of bombs defused at Athens' old airport: For around 80 years, more than 300 bombs lay beneath the facilities at the old airport in the Greek capital ...
fr.de/politik/hunderte-bomben-im-alten-flughafen-von-athen-entschaerft-zr-93035210.html
Desert dust turns Athens orange - doctors alarmed: In Athens, desert dust coming from the Sahara has colored the sky orange. Experts warned people with ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/panorama/griechenland-sahara-wueste-staub-atembeschwerden-100.html
The persistence of an old anti-Semitic myth: The dark legacy and ongoing body count of an ancient anti-Semitic myth
theatlantic.com/newsletters/archive/2024/04/the-persistence-of-an-old-anti-semitic-myth/678184/
Quick Glance: The Legacy of an Ancient Anti-Semitic Myth
- Mary Antin recounts the false accusations against Jews regarding the Passover festival in a 1911 article in The Atlantic.
- The 'blood libel', rooted in medieval beliefs, continues to have deadly consequences, exemplified by the case of Russian Jew Menachem Mendel Beilis.
- Contemporary dissemination of anti-Semitic conspiracy theories about Jewish ritual murders persists, as evidenced by recent events.
- Despite the historical backdrop, the Passover celebration remains a traditional festival unrelated to the false accusations.
We Need to Make Cities Less Car-Dependent: Reducing the need for car travel is better for health, the environment and public safety
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We Need to Make Cities Less Car-Dependent: Reducing the need for car travel is better for health, the environment and public safety
scientificamerican.com/article/we-need-to-make-cities-less-car-dependent/
Despite weather glitch, the Paris Olympics flame is lit at the Greek cradle of ancient games
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Quick Glance: Paris Olympics Flame Lit in Greek Cradle Amid Weather Challenges
- Despite the absence of Apollo, the flame for the Paris Olympics was ignited at the site of the ancient games in southern Greece on Tuesday.
- A backup flame was used as cloudy skies prevented the traditional lighting, where an actress dressed as an ancient Greek priestess typically uses the sun to ignite a silver torch.
- The flame will be carried by torchbearers from Olympia for over 5000 kilometers through Greece before being handed over to the Paris Games organizers in Athens on April 26.
- The Belem, a French three-masted sailing ship, will transport the Olympic flame from Greece to Marseille, arriving on May 8 after visiting the historic site of Olympia.
Realities that mar Greek capital’s image: As night descends, Omonia Square bustles with activity, its circular junction adorned with the vibrant hues of yellow ...
ekathimerini.com/in-depth/society-in-depth/1237406/realities-that-mar-greek-capitals-image/
Legendary French sailing ship to transport Olympic Flame: The Belem made its first voyage in 1896, just a few weeks after the first modern Olympic Games had ...
ekathimerini.com/sports/1237107/legendary-french-sailing-ship-to-transport-olympic-flame/
Singapore loses ‘world’s best airport’ title, Melbourne top in Australia: Twelve-time winner Changi has been edged out of top spot, while Melbourne has been ...
theage.com.au/traveller/travel-news/singapore-loses-world-s-best-airport-title-melbourne-top-in-australia-20240418-p5fkxk.html
What’s the deadline for Real IDs and how do I get one in Pa.?: Real IDs will be the new standard for domestic travel and entering federal buildings.
pennlive.com/news/2024/04/whats-the-deadline-for-real-ids-and-how-do-i-get-one-in-pa.html
What to Know About the New Rules on Airline Refunds and ‘Junk’ Fees: The Transportation Department issued new requirements on refunds when flights are canceled ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/travel/airline-refunds-fees.html
Quick Glance: New Rules for Airline Refunds and Fees
- The Transportation Department will require airlines to automatically refund fares when flights are canceled or delayed and to reveal more about extra fees before booking.
- The department's new rules target the issues of refunds and surprise fees late in the booking process.
- Passenger advocates welcome the new steps as a massive improvement in consumer rights and passenger protection.
- Starting in October, the new D.O.T. rules will include a unified definition for a "significant" delay.
Skies over Athens, Greece, turn orange from Sahara dust storm: Video footage shows skies over southern Greece turning an orange hue as dust clouds blown from ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-24/skies-over-athens-greece-turn-orange-from-sahara-dust-storm/103765222
Around the World in 24 Days: Is a Luxury ‘Jet Cruise’ for You?: With the “stop-and-see” appeal of boat cruises, these once-in-a-lifetime trips on custom planes ...
wsj.com/articles/around-the-world-in-24-days-is-a-luxury-jet-cruise-for-you-ea66dd1f
Louvre exhibition zooms in on history and those behind the modern Olympics: Three months before the start of the Paris Olympics, the Louvre will add its cultural ...
rfi.fr/en/sports/20240424-louvre-exhibition-zooms-in-on-history-and-those-behind-the-modern-olympics-gender-men
Northland students get enough donations to attend US competition: The students from Motatau School will travel to an international aquabotics competition in ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515090/northland-students-get-enough-donations-to-attend-us-competition
Citizens' benefit family has to pay back 22,600 euros to the job center for the pilgrimage trip
focus.de/finanzen/news/gericht-entscheidet-buergergeld-familie-muss-22-600-euro-fuer-pilger-reise-an-jobcenter-zurueckzahlen_id_259888853.html
Hamad International Airport in Qatar named world's best airport in 2024, Changi Airport takes 2nd place
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/trending/worlds-best-airport-2024-skytrax-hamad-qatar-changi-singapore-388751
European vs American schools: differences and similarities from US mom: Our son is homeschooled, and as we travel, he joins classrooms. He's been to schools all ...
businessinsider.com/differences-europe-vs-us-primary-school-2024-4
Quick Glance: Arrest and Three Injured in Wales School Attack
- Police urge removal of social media footage to prevent contempt of court and distressing those affected.
- A parent expresses concern over the injured and highlights the rarity of such incidents in Ammanford.
- Three injured and one arrested after an incident at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford, South-west Wales.
- Recap of the ongoing investigation at the school as parents anxiously wait for updates on their children's safety.
Greece-Turkey: Discussion on maritime zones delimitation should wait: It’s been more than a year of calm waters between Greece and Turkey and suddenly tensions ...
ekathimerini.com/in-depth/analysis/1236419/greece-turkey-discussion-on-maritime-zones-delimitation-should-wait/
Lottery winner can travel abroad to meet grandchild for the first time: South Africa's newest millionaire says his PowerBall Plus winnings means he and his ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-23-lottery-winner-can-travel-abroad-to-meet-grandchild-for-the-first-time/
Greece’s Prime Minister Wants His Nation to be the Comeback Story of the Decade: In an interview, the Greek Prime Minister lays out his vision for a different ...
time.com/6970097/mitsotakis-interview-greece-economy/
Venice entry fees have begun – but how does the system work?: Exclusive: The €5 ticket scheme aims ‘to safeguard the city from overtourism’ says leading ...
independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/venice-entry-fee-date-rules-exemptions-b2518183.html
Quick Glance: Venice: Admission Fee and Overcrowding Mitigation
- Venice introduces entry fee: five euros for day visitors.
- Overtourism damages the city and drives residents away.
- Controversy surrounds new regulation, funding infrastructure.
- Likely future price increases and tiered rates for Venice.
Singapore’s Changi is no longer the world’s best airport according to Skytrax: Singapore’s Changi Airport has failed to clinch the title of world’s best airport ...
aerotime.aero/articles/singapores-changi-is-no-longer-the-worlds-best-airport-according-to-skytrax
Olympiakos players get hero’s welcome after Istanbul: Fans gathered outside Athens International Airport on Friday morning to greet Olympiakos soccer players ...
ekathimerini.com/sports/1236890/olympiakos-players-get-heros-welcome-after-istanbul/
Was Shakespeare Really Born in This Stratford-upon-Avon House?: Every year, millions flock to Stratford-upon-Avon, England, to visit the house known as ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/travel/shakespeare-birthplace-stratford-upon-avon.html
Qatar Airways avoids Australian lawsuit over women's invasive examinations: The five Australian women and others were searched in Doha in 2020 after a baby was ...
bbc.com/news/world-australia-68758682
'Conan O'Brien Must Go' is side-splitting evidence of life beyond late night TV: As the late night TV genre crumbles under sagging viewership and the decline of ...
npr.org/2024/04/18/1245301983/conan-obrien-must-go-review-max-travel
Qatar crowned ‘World’s Best Airport,’ UAE’s Dubai airport ups position to seventh
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/18/qatar-crowned-world-s-best-airport-uae-s-dubai-airport-ups-position-to-seventh
Quick Glance: Challenges faced by Dubai Airport after heavy rainfall
- Dubai International Airport is in disarray following heavy rainfall, resulting in flooded runways.
- Numerous stranded passengers are waiting in terminals due to flight cancellations and delays.
- Emirates and Flydubai are apologizing to affected passengers and working to restore flight operations.
- The United Arab Emirates are dealing with the consequences of extreme rainfall causing traffic disruptions and damages in various cities.
flydubai temporarily suspends all departing flights from Dubai: Due to severe weather conditions in the UAE today, April 16th, we regret to announce the ...
emirates247.com/business/travel/flydubai-temporarily-suspends-all-departing-flights-from-dubai-2024-04-16-1.731316
Airlines will now give automatic refunds when your flight is delayed: The new DOT regulations mean passengers can also get automatic refunds when their checked ...
businessinsider.com/airlines-automatic-refunds-flight-delayed-canceled-bag-department-of-transportation-2024-4
Top 10 Tsourekia In Athens: Our favourite Easter sweet is undoubtedly tsoureki. Although we may find it all year round in Athens, it has its place of honour ...
greekcitytimes.com/2024/04/26/top-10-tsourekia-in-athens/
Nick Cave | Athens | June 1-3: Nick Cave is coming to Athens this June, and he’ll be in great company – Radiohead bassist Colin Greenwood.
ekathimerini.com/culture/whats-on/1236567/nick-cave-athens-june-1-3/
Traffic regulations for 41st Peace Marathon in Athens: Athens will enforce traffic regulations this Sunday for the 41st Peace Marathon.
ekathimerini.com/news/1236690/traffic-regulations-for-41st-peace-marathon-in-athens/
Singapore loses 'world’s best airport’ crown: The 12-time winner Singapore is edged out of the top spot by its Middle Eastern rival Qatar in the Skytrax World ...
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/travel/2024/04/18/singapore-loses-039worlds-best-airport-crown
Athens skies turn orange thanks to African dust clouds: The strong southerly winds over the past few days have also fanned unseasonally early wildfires in the ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-24/athens-skies-turn-orange-thanks-to-african-dust-clouds
US restricts travel for employees in Israel amid fears of Iran attack: Iran is believed to be planning retaliation after an Israeli strike on its consulate in ...
bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68795021
Greek meteorologist says Athens is like a ‘colony of Mars’ as dust storm shrouds city in orange haze
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642359
Is national kitsch not so bad after all?: When Tina Kyriaki saw Marina Satti’s video for Greece’s entry for the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time ...
ekathimerini.com/in-depth/analysis/1236306/is-national-kitsch-not-so-bad-after-all/
'Conan O'Brien Must Go' is side-splitting evidence of life beyond late night TV: As the late night TV genre crumbles under sagging viewership and the decline of ...
npr.org/2024/04/18/1245301983/conan-obrien-must-go-review-max-travel
Brazil-bound US travelers will need to show bank statements to visit country next year
nypost.com/2024/04/11/us-news/brazil-bound-us-travelers-will-need-to-show-bank-statement-to-visit-country-next-year/
Travelling solo? Three Australian women share their experiences and tips for going it alone
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-13/solo-travelling-abroad-women-experiences-tips/103608696
Glasgow Airport introduces ‘baby room’ to help parents travelling with young children
news.stv.tv/west-central/glasgow-airport-introduces-baby-room-to-help-parents-travelling-with-young-children
Internet sensation Grandma Joy, 94, takes on new travel challenge: Viral sensation Joy Ryan, 94, conquered the internet last year when she completed her goal of ...
ajc.com/things-to-do/travel/internet-sensation-grandma-joy-94-takes-on-new-travel-challenge/Q3AMLQP6PVH37EKSTTRLVVRCUA/
Mother and son found slain in Athens apartment: Police in Athens are investigating the apparent murder of a mother and son whose bodies were found in their home ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1236202/mother-and-son-found-slain-in-athens-apartment/
Where to eat the best pizza in Athens | eKathimerini.com: On the occasion of three great new pizzerias that recently opened in Athens, we sample different ...
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Australian Embassy In Athens Honours Anzac Day: After the welcome by the Master of Ceremonies Chief Petty Office Michael Kirby of the Royal Australian Navy ...
greekcitytimes.com/2024/04/25/australian-embassy-in-athens-honours-anzac-day/
Greek and Turkish delegations meet in Athens: Delegations from Greece and Turkey were meeting in Athens on Monday as part of long-standing efforts to improve ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1237028/greek-and-turkish-delegations-meet-in-athens/
Colony On Mars? Athens Was Veiled In Orange By African Dust: According to a Greek meteorologist, the African dust blanketing Greece created an eerie image that ...
greekcitytimes.com/2024/04/24/colony-on-mars-athens-african-dust/
How To Redeem Qatar Airways Avios For Best Value: Here's everything you need to know about redeeming Qatar Airways Privilege Club Avios ...
onemileatatime.com/guides/redeem-qatar-airways-avios/
Lottery winner can travel abroad to meet grandchild for the first time: South Africa's newest millionaire says his PowerBall Plus winnings means he and his ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-23-lottery-winner-can-travel-abroad-to-meet-grandchild-for-the-first-time/
Three brothers killed in WA crash remembered by their church: Siblings Rhys Davies, Ambrose and Strahn, along with a family friend, were killed when their ute ...
9news.com.au/national/wa-wheatbelt-crash-brothers-remembered/515a4975-3949-40ee-94b0-bd8584716927
Proposed plans to introduce free public transport in Glasgow would cost £95.7m for nine week pilot
news.stv.tv/west-central/proposed-plans-to-introduce-free-public-transport-in-glasgow-would-cost-95-7m-for-nine-week-pilot
Despite tax measures, short-term rentals proliferate in Athens: Changes in the tax framework for the short-term rental market have not deterred property owners ...
ekathimerini.com/economy/real-estate/1236476/despite-tax-measures-short-term-rentals-proliferate-in-athens/
Dubai's Global Village announces extension for another week - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/travel/uae-attractions/dubais-global-village-announces-extension-for-another-week
Carolyn Hax: Can one spouse tell another to stop traveling so much for work?: Husband’s work travel has increased, and this letter writer is burned out from ...
washingtonpost.com/advice/2024/04/25/carolyn-hax-spouse-stop-work-travel/
Coldplay | Athens | June 8-9: Global icons Coldplay are heading to Athens as part of the British rock band’s 2024 Music of the Spheres Tour for two dates.
ekathimerini.com/culture/whats-on/1235911/coldplay-athens-june-8-9/
Photos: UAE sees its heaviest rains in 75 years: Schools and businesses were closed across the United Arab Emirates after about a year's worth of rain fell in a ...
npr.org/sections/pictureshow/2024/04/18/1245508621/dubai-floods-rain-uae-oman-photos
PM unveils four-pronged eco-protection strategy: Ahead of the Our Ocean conference in Athens this week, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stressed that Greece ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1236457/pm-unveils-four-pronged-eco-protection-strategy/
Czechia wants to restrict travel for Russian diplomats again: Czechia will propose restricting the movement of Russian diplomats within countries in the Schengen ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/22/7452322/
Already planning to see the next solar eclipse in 2026? What travelers need to know.
usatoday.com/story/travel/2024/04/09/next-solar-eclipse-europe-2026/73262484007/
Heavy rains kill 18 in Oman as flash floods lash UAE: Rescue teams search for two missing people in Oman as bad weather disrupts travel in the United Arab ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/heavy-rains-kill-18-in-oman-as-flash-floods-lash-uae
American mom willing to spend $5,000 to see Taylor Swift in Europe: Three Eras Tour floor seats, flights, and hotel stays in Poland are set to cost less than I ...
businessinsider.com/american-mom-seeing-taylor-swift-in-europe-with-kids-2023-7
Man, dog now missing after traveling on wooden homemade raft in Grand Canyon National Park
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/25/thomas-robison-missing-man-dog-grand-canyon/73453800007/
Police hunt for gunman after robbery at Athens diagnostic center: An armed man held up a medical diagnostic center in Kallithea in Athens on Tuesday ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1237167/police-hunt-for-gunman-after-robbery-at-athens-diagnostic-center/
Pro-Palestinian protesters paralyse roads in US cities over Israel attacks: Demonstrators block highways and shut down travel in Illinois, California ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/pro-palestinian-protesters-paralyse-roads-in-us-cities-over-israel-attacks
UK-based Nigerian travel content creator and solo driver, Pelumi Nubi, completes her 68-day journey from London to Lagos, arriving in Lagos, Nigeria on Sunday ... Show more
Africa Live: Bobrisky jailed for six months for spraying money - BBC News: The socialite is convicted of throwing naira banknotes in the air in celebration ...
bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-africa-68651946
Quick Glance: Africa: Bobrisky sentenced to six months in jail
- Police in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, reported three individuals killed in a shootout with armed group Fano, marking the first violent incident in connection with the rebellion in the capital.
- Russian military instructors arrived in Niger to train the national army, enhancing Moscow's influence in the troubled Sahel region.
- Ghana's Vice President and ruling party presidential candidate opposes LGBTQ+ practices, citing religious and cultural norms.
- UN urges Mali to repeal ban on political activities, sparking tensions as the military junta fails to uphold promises of a return to civilian rule.
"Here, We Will House Our Love." Stefanos Kasselakis Unveils Luxurious Athens Apartment
greekcitytimes.com/2024/04/12/here-we-will-house-our-love-stefanos-kasselakis-unveils-luxurious-athens-apartment/
High level Greek-Turkish diplomatic, military meetings ahead: High-ranking Greek and Turkish officials will meet in Athens on Monday, April 22.
ekathimerini.com/news/1236610/high-level-greek-turkish-diplomatic-military-meetings-ahead/
New £1.3m cycle path on Anglesey a luxury while roads crumble, critics claim: Motorists also see the 2.5-mile scheme as 'anti-car' - but it also had ...
dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/new-13m-cycle-path-anglesey-29055293
Flight attendant reveals her punishment for passengers who refuse to swap seats with parents
independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/passengers-seat-swap-trick-flight-attendant-b2528776.html
Outrage over extra wide pathway that motorists fear is part of anti-car agenda: The path is being built to encourage active travel in Bangor
dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/outrage-over-anti-car-agenda-28987975
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