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SF sales down 28% from 2019. What sectors and areas were hit hardest?: This map and table breaks down trend in S.F. sales tax revenue for the past five years
sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/sf-sales-tax-neighborhood-19394489.php
Athens Blanketed by Orange Haze Due to Sahara Dust Storm: Historic landmarks in Athens were blanketed in orange courtesy of a Sahara desert storm.
time.com/6970306/greece-athens-orange-sky-haze-sahara-dust-storm/
The brutal reason why those who’ve bought into Sirius are so lucky: It was built to last. And that’s unlike the housing we’ve seen go up in the last 20 years ...
smh.com.au/national/nsw/the-brutal-reason-the-folks-who-ve-bought-into-sirius-are-so-lucky-20240422-p5flsu.html
What it’s really like to live in Macao: While the rest of the world may associate Macao with gambling, its citizens don’t necessarily feel the same way.
cnn.com/travel/what-its-really-like-to-live-in-macao-intl-hnk/
The day Rita became a star: a Tarahumara woman who spent 12 years in a Kansas psychiatric hospital
english.elpais.com/culture/2024-04-24/the-day-rita-became-a-star-a-tarahumara-woman-who-spent-12-years-in-a-kansas-psychiatric-hospital.html
‘Recipe for disaster’: Venice entry fee sparks confusion and protest on day one: Some residents say €5 fee aimed at curbing tourist numbers goes against ...
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/25/confusion-protests-first-day-venice-tourist-charge
Iran expands public crackdown on women and girls, sparking public anger: The new wave of repression appears to be one of the most significant efforts to roll ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/25/iran-women-crackdown-morality-police/
Israel-Iran strikes live updates: US reports Israeli missiles hit Iranian city amid heightened tensions in Middle East
smh.com.au/world/middle-east/israel-iran-strikes-live-updates-us-reports-israeli-missiles-hit-iranian-city-amid-heightened-tensions-in-middle-east-20240419-p5fl65.html
Hit-and-run tourism is tearing the heart out of Florence – there is a better way: As I learned from managing Michelangelo’s David, visitors can be nudged away ...
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/18/tourism-florence-michelangelo-david-visitors-souvenirs
Quick Glance: Challenges and Solutions in Managing Tourism in Florence
- Florence faces the challenge of managing mass tourism while preserving its cultural heritage as the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.
- Cecilie Hollberg, director of the Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence, implements innovative strategies to guide visitor flows and protect the city's cultural legacy.
- Strategic measures have significantly increased the museum's visitor numbers without compromising the quality of the visitor experience.
- The sustainable approach of the Galleria dell'Accademia could serve as a model for addressing mass tourism in Florence to alleviate the city and its residents.
No mortgage? No worries: Melbourne property buyers pay cash instead: Some investors have been deterred by higher taxes, but others are snapping up properties in ...
theage.com.au/property/news/no-mortgage-no-worries-melbourne-property-buyers-pay-cash-instead-20240325-p5ff3t.html
Manor Lords surpassed 100,000 concurrent players within hours of release, and now it's the global top seller on Steam
pcgamer.com/games/city-builder/manor-lords-surpassed-100000-concurrent-players-within-hours-of-release-and-now-its-the-global-top-seller-on-steam/
Quick Glance: Special Offer: Manor Lords Discounted & Free Game
- Manor Lords is now available on PC at a special discounted price.
- Fanatical is offering an additional free Steam game with the purchase of Manor Lords.
Family violence is a 'men's issue': Chief Justice of the Family Court calls on men to lead change
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-20/chief-justice-family-court-men-must-make-change-family-violence/103748036
Homes are demolished in Ivory Coast's main city over alleged health concerns. Thousands are homeless
apnews.com/article/ivory-coast-demolition-evictions-abidjan-56366dbcd24a77246c38ebb965e7b257
Bengaluru: Free beer and taxi rides to woo voters in Indian city: Many companies in Bengaluru city have found innovative ways to encourage people to vote.
bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-68832877
SF sales down 28% from 2019. What sectors and areas were hit hardest?: This map and table breaks down trend in S.F. sales tax revenue for the past five years
sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/sf-sales-tax-neighborhood-19394489.php
In Odesa, Ukraine, pastel palaces in jeopardy, but black humor thrives: Ukraine's port of Odesa is a key Russian target, endangering the city's UNESCO-designated ...
latimes.com/world-nation/story/2024-04-21/ukraine-russia-war-odesa-black-sea-port-cultural-unesco-city-in-jeopardy-again
My Hometown Belgorod Is Under Near-Daily Attack. But Russia Has Forgotten Us: Opinion | After two years of war between Russia and Ukraine, what inhabitants of ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/16/my-hometown-belgorod-is-under-near-daily-attack-but-russia-has-forgotten-us-a84857
Under budget pressure, D.C. public schools may eliminate 200 positions: The D.C. mayor’s budget request calls for a 12 percent increase to the formula that ...
washingtonpost.com/education/2024/04/14/dc-school-staff-cuts-bowser-budget-proposal/
Barcelona bus route removed from map apps to tackle tourist overcrowding : Residents welcome removal of number 116 route, often used to get to Park Güell
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/16/barcelona-bus-route-removed-map-apps-tourist-overcrowding-park-guell
Church Offers Support for Cannabis Users on 4/20: A church, merchant association and non-profits will offer “safety net” of services on 4/20 after San Francisco ...
time.com/6969168/420-weed-cannabis-church/
Video captures missile explosion in Ukraine's Chernihiv: A Russian missile attack killed at least 13 residents and damaged buildings and municipal infrastructure ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/video-video-captures-missile-explosion-in-ukraines-chernihiv/
Hippies, Hikers and Luxury Travelers All Agree Sedona Is the Place to Be: The city might have a reputation for out-there New Age thinking, but it also welcomes ...
wsj.com/lifestyle/travel/hippies-hikers-and-luxury-travelers-all-agree-sedona-is-the-place-to-be-5ae22241
‘The old days are no more’: Hong Kong goes quiet as security laws tighten their grip
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/12/hong-kong-national-security-law-2020-impacts
A decade after Chibok kidnappings, Nigeria struggles to halt child abductions: Jihadist group Boko Haram kidnapped 276 schoolgirls on the night of April 14, 2014 ...
france24.com/en/africa/20240414-a-decade-on-tragedy-of-nigeria-s-chibok-girls-continues-outside-the-spotlight
I’m a pizza snob. But I still loved this city’s notorious deep-dish pizza: Are you guilty of hating Chicago’s infamous deep-dish pizza before you’ve even tried a ...
theage.com.au/traveller/inspiration/i-m-a-pizza-snob-but-i-still-loved-this-city-s-notorious-deep-dish-pizza-20231110-p5ej1c.html
Nine out of 10 of the world’s most walkable cities are in Europe - does yours make the cut?
euronews.com/travel/2024/04/12/nine-out-of-10-of-the-worlds-most-walkable-cities-are-in-europe-does-yours-make-the-cut
‘Selfish and corrupt’: Young Aussies unleash: Ninety-seven per cent of young Australians believe the country’s political leaders are self-interested ...
news.com.au/finance/economy/australian-economy/just-three-per-cent-of-gen-z-and-millennials-think-politicians-have-their-interests-at-heart-seeing-them-as-selfish-and-corrupt/news-story/50b2a2a71ec5a4a5fa026b7e317c8fe1
In which I (mostly) debunk the latest Fallout controversy that claims Todd Howard used the Fallout show to 'retcon' non-Bethesda Fallout games
pcgamer.com/movies-tv/in-which-i-mostly-debunk-the-latest-fallout-controversy-that-claims-todd-howard-used-the-fallout-show-to-retcon-non-bethesda-fallout-games/
Manor Lords dev reminds everyone that it's not a 'Total War competitor' or a 'fast-paced RTS like Age of Empires'
pcgamer.com/games/city-builder/manor-lords-dev-reminds-everyone-that-its-not-a-total-war-competitor-or-a-fast-paced-rts-like-age-of-empires/
Sydney Jolted by New Knife Attack After Bishop Stabbed at Church: Back-to-back assaults shook the residents of the Australian city, where violent crime is rare.
wsj.com/world/oceania/sydney-jolted-by-new-knife-attack-after-bishop-stabbed-at-church-8dd0cdef
India general elections 2024: In India’s Silicon Valley, voters only want one thing - water
independent.co.uk/asia/india/bengaluru-karnataka-voting-india-general-elections-2024-b2535118.html
Des Moines will be home to Iowa's first Mormon temple. Here's what to know:: While Iowa is home to many The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/2024/04/10/iowa-will-get-its-first-mormon-temple-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-des-moines/73249227007/
The fate of Korea's 'first and biggest' sex festival: It was to feature events like a bondage fashion show. But then the authorities cracked down.
bbc.com/news/world-asia-68879492
Why do dog owners need to take their pets everywhere with them? - Jayne Dowle: On a visit to Liverpool recently, my friend made an interesting observation ...
yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/opinion/columnists/why-do-dog-owners-need-to-take-their-pets-everywhere-with-them-jayne-dowle-4578741
Palestinians find Khan Younis in ruins after Israeli withdrawal: Stunned Palestinians found their home city unrecognizable April 8 as they returned to Gaza's ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/video-palestinians-find-khan-younis-in-ruins-after-israeli-withdrawal/
Bill Nighy and Paloma Faith among celebrities demanding government act over Sudan
itv.com/news/2024-04-14/bill-nighy-among-celebrities-demanding-government-act-over-sudan
Russian attack in Kharkiv injures man: A 19-year-old Kharkiv resident sustained shrapnel injuries in his legs and is currently hospitalized in moderate condition ...
kyivindependent.com/russian-missile-attack-in-kharkiv-injures-1/
Internet influencers, celebrities among 2,000 invited to Hong Kong in tourism drive in 2023, sparking questions on cost to taxpayers
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3259382/internet-influencers-celebrities-among-2000-invited-hong-kong-tourism-drive-2023-sparking-questions
Israel Moving Ahead With Plan To Attack Rafah: ’There Is A Date,’ Netanyahu Says: Dozens of countries have warned against an attack by Israel in the city of ...
forbes.com/sites/maryroeloffs/2024/04/08/israel-moving-ahead-with-plan-to-attack-rafah-there-is-a-date-netanyahu-says/
Gail Porter: 'Greed has destroyed Edinburgh Fringe - I'm taking action': Comedian Gail Porter has pulled out of Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2024 due to soaring ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/10/gail-porter-greed-destroyed-edinburgh-fringe-im-taking-action-20612309/
Heatwave grips city dwellers: The heatwave has disrupted life in the capital for a week. There is intense heat all around, but the journey of the capital's ...
thedailystar.net/star-multimedia/news-multimedia/news/heatwave-grips-city-dwellers-3592336
Staff and shoppers return to 'somber' Sydney shopping mall 6 days after mass stabbings
abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/staff-shoppers-return-somber-sydney-shopping-mall-6-109414663
The Syria I came back to is not the one I left: BBC correspondent Lina Sinjab witnesses dramatic changes to her home country after eight years away.
bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68684068
Return to this showpiece city, next to a world wonder, before everyone else does: After you’ve exploring the ancient temples of Angkor, a freshly polished Siem ...
smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/return-to-this-showpiece-city-next-to-a-world-wonder-before-everyone-else-does-20240329-p5fg76.html
World Business Chicago names new CEO: The CEO will be in charge of pitching Chicago as a destination for corporate relocation and expansion ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/16/world-business-chicago-new-ceo/
The crisis in Sudan necessitates urgent action: The international community needs to push for peace, humanitarian access and funding for aid delivery.
aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/4/14/the-crisis-in-sudan-necessitates-urgent-action
Seven secrets of the Mediterranean’s best-preserved ancient site: Ephesus, a Greco-Roman trading city, gives you a fine impression of daily life in classical ...
theage.com.au/traveller/inspiration/seven-secrets-of-the-mediterranean-s-best-preserved-ancient-site-20240328-p5fg0o.html
Dog, 19, Earns T-Bone, as at This Point He 'Deserves All the Treats': The senior Chihuahua was gnawing on the bone as if he had won a prize.
newsweek.com/owner-gifts-senior-dog-steak-bone-deserves-all-treats-1888029
‘Not an inch’: Punters crammed into pubs: Incredible aerial vision shows Aussies crammed into Sydney’s most popular pubs, with some lining up for over an hour as ...
news.com.au/national/nsw-act/news/massive-lines-wrap-around-sydney-blocks-ahead-of-anzac-day-festivities/news-story/253980fbdadf7fe95489c7876d2d3a35
Amid U.S.-China Rivalry, Beijing Agrees to Send Two Furry Diplomats to San Francisco
time.com/6968970/san-francisco-pandas-china-diplomacy/
Quick Glance: San Francisco to Receive Pandas from China
- San Francisco is set to be the next U.S. city to welcome a pair of pandas from China as part of the 'panda diplomacy' program between Washington and Beijing.
- Mayor London Breed announced that the San Francisco Zoo has been chosen to house the giant pandas.
- The city has been working closely with Chinese and Asian and Pacific Islander communities to strengthen the existing cultural connection.
- China Wildlife Conservation Association (CWCA) will collaborate with city officials to prepare for the pandas' arrival in 2025 and establish technical standards for their conservation.
The Secret to Frying Fish in a Tiny Kitchen? An AirHood: One of our kitchen and dining editors tested the AirHood, which is a portable venting machine for ...
nymag.com/strategist/article/airhood-review-2024.html
Eclipse 2024: ‘The horizon glowed as if dawn had broken on the wrong side of the world’
independent.co.uk/travel/north-america/eclipse-2024-usa-simon-calder-montreal-b2525523.html
Harvey Weinstein and #MeToo: That's why the verdict was surprisingly overturned: The highest court in New York overturns the rape conviction against Weinstein ...
sueddeutsche.de/panorama/harvey-weinstein-metoo-vergewaltigung-prozess-urteil-aufgehoben-1.6607948
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Quick Glance: Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, disappointing those who celebrated historic gains during the #MeToo era.
- The ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not exonerate Weinstein's behavior, according to #MeToo advocates.
- Weinstein, convicted in Los Angeles for another rape, will face retrial in New York, despite remaining in prison.
- The court criticized the admission of uncharged sexual acts as evidence, deeming it an abuse of judicial discretion.
I wouldn’t pay €5 to visit Venice (and locals agree with me): The city is one step closer to being ossified under layers of tourist ash
inews.co.uk/opinion/wouldnt-pay-5-visit-venice-locals-agree-3024685
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.
The Best Hotels in Puglia to Book for an Idyllic Italian Escape: From medieval castles to beachfront suites, these are the most stunning places to stay on the ...
vogue.com/article/best-hotels-in-puglia
How the BJP weaponised dominant-caste interests in its Coimbatore campaign: In Tamil Nadu, where Hindutva has little purchase, Annamalai's BJP is consolidating ...
caravanmagazine.in/politics/bjp-tamil-nadu-coimbatore-election-2024-caste-associations-annamalai
How the BJP weaponised dominant-caste interests in its Coimbatore campaign: In Tamil Nadu, where Hindutva has little purchase, Annamalai's BJP is consolidating ...
caravanmagazine.in/politics/bjp-tamil-nadu-coimbatore-election-2024-caste-associations-annamalai
Three candidates stand to become new Devon and Cornwall PCC: VOTERS will go to the polls on Thursday, May 2 to choose a new Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) ...
exmouthjournal.co.uk/news/24277361.three-candidates-stand-become-new-devon-cornwall-pcc/
Attorney-general rules out royal commission into domestic violence: Mark Dreyfus said actions that need to be taken to address domestic violence have already ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/attorney-general-rules-out-royal-commission-into-domestic-violence-20240427-p5fmzg.html
Do the 2024 Toyota Tacoma's New Turbo Engines Boost MPG?: The new midsize truck's efficiency story is a mixed bag.
motortrend.com/news/2024-toyota-tacoma-pickup-truck-fuel-economy-mpg-rating/
Venice access fee: what is it and how much does it cost?: The Italian Unesco site is hoping to reduce over-tourism with the charge – the first of its kind in a ...
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/24/venice-access-fee-what-is-it-and-how-much-does-it-cost
Venice introduces first payment charge for tourists: The Italian city became the first in the world on April 25 to introduce a payment system for tourists in an ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/video-venice-introduces-first-payment-charge-for-tourists/
The Best Hotels in Barcelona: From Gothic Quarter gems to beachside boutiques, find Vogue’s pick of the best hotels in the eternally beloved tourist city of ...
vogue.com/article/best-hotels-in-barcelona
Face of 'selfish, jealous and manipulative' rapist who tried to control woman: "You are a coward and a completely selfish, jealous and manipulative ...
essexlive.news/news/essex-news/face-violent-coercive-dagenham-rapist-9245177
I tried to make a medieval paradise in Manor Lords but now it's just full of eggs and corpses
pcgamer.com/games/city-builder/i-tried-to-make-a-medieval-paradise-in-manor-lords-but-now-its-just-full-of-eggs-and-corpses/
How Dundee invented 'heckling' and once sent 'Tree of Liberty' to prison – Susan Morrison
scotsman.com/news/opinion/columnists/how-dundee-invented-heckling-and-once-sent-tree-of-liberty-to-prison-susan-morrison-4606044
‘Enough’: thousands to join protests across Australia opposing violence against women
theguardian.com/society/2024/apr/26/australia-violence-against-women-rallies-what-were-you-wearing-sydney-adelaide-newcastle-ballarat
The Most Beautiful Beaches Near Athens - GreekReporter.com: The city and surrounding suburbs are home to beautiful beaches, and Athens happens to have the ...
greekreporter.com/2024/04/09/most-beautiful-beaches-near-athens/
Jet2 announces Newcastle Airport flights to Bergen, Norway: An airline provider has announced new flights and city breaks to Bergen from Newcastle Airport for ...
thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/24279247.jet2-announces-newcastle-airport-flights-bergen-norway/
‘Black Sails’ Changed Course After Its Biggest Mistake: Black Sails' first season introduced a storyline for Max that drew criticism ...
collider.com/black-sails-season-1-max/
York street Toft Green named most popular for home buyers: Toft Green in York, North Yorkshire has been revealed as the city's most popular street according to ...
yorkpress.co.uk/news/24278060.york-street-toft-green-named-popular-home-buyers/
Convenience store to open in listed city centre building: A SECTION of a listed city centre building is being converted into a convenience store.
thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/24280683.convenience-store-open-listed-city-centre-building/
The Man Vs. Bear Question Sparking Viral TikTok Meltdowns: The internet is freaking out over a Tiktok trend that has some women saying they’d rather be stranded ...
thedailybeast.com/the-man-vs-bear-question-sparking-viral-tiktok-meltdowns
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Can Hong Kong cultivate its agriculture, fisheries sectors? Experts say more policy support needed to tend to neglected farming scene
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3260588/can-hong-kong-cultivate-its-agriculture-fisheries-sectors-experts-say-more-policy-support-needed
Sought-after Melbourne suburbs where house prices are on discount: A string of popular spots are cheaper than a year ago – but in other neighbourhoods ...
theage.com.au/property/news/sought-after-melbourne-suburbs-where-house-prices-are-on-discount-20240423-p5flyl.html
I will march this weekend with Australians calling for an end to violence against women. Haven't we marched enough?
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-27/virginia-trioli-how-long-must-we-march-to-end-gendered-violence/103772854
We won’t stop violence against women with ‘conversations about respect’. This is not working. We need to get real
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/26/we-wont-stop-violence-against-women-with-conversations-about-respect-this-is-not-working-we-need-to-get-real-ntwnfb
1 year after conflict, UN human rights chief gravely concerned at upsurge in Sudan violence
yenisafak.com/en/news/1-year-after-conflict-un-human-rights-chief-gravely-concerned-at-upsurge-in-sudan-violence-3682201
Tragedy Strikes Porto Alegre: Fatal Hostel Blaze: In the early hours of Friday, a devastating fire erupted at the Garoa Hostel on Farrapos Avenue in downtown ...
riotimesonline.com/tragedy-strikes-porto-alegre-fatal-hostel-blaze/
Murder trial without a body: Does a trace of Alexandra R. lead to Eastern Europe?
sueddeutsche.de/bayern/nuernberg-alexandra-r-lebensgefaehrte-prozess-1.6635765
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