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Hyderabad's 450-Yr-Old African Tree Called 'Hatiyan Jhad' For A Reason, Can Fit 40 People Inside
Last Updated:August 02, 2025, 17:39 IST The Hatiyan Jhad Baobab Tree at Hyderabad Golf Club, believed to be from Madagascar, is a centuries-old landmark with an elephant-like trunk, protected by the ASI The Hatiyan Jhad Baobab Tree now sits within...

Lions left with ‘sour taste’ after losing lightning-hit Test to Australia
The match in Sydney ground to a halt due to ferocious weather conditions before Australia wrapped up their first win of the series Australia 22-12 Lions ACCOR STADIUM — On a night of filthy weather in Sydney and disruption on and off the field,...

Lions fail to clinch whitewash as Australia win in stormy Sydney
The Wallabies restored a huge amount of pride by beating the British & Irish Lions 22-12 in a weather-disrupted third Test on Saturday to hand the visitors their only loss of their nine-match tour of Australia. Dylan Pietsch and Max Jorgensen...

EU airports set to ditch much-hated hand luggage rule for UK tourists
EU airports are set to ditch the 100ml liquid limit for hand baggage in a major boost for UK tourists flying to the European Union. New model screening equipment will allow passengers to bring bigger bottles on board, but not everywhere in Europe....
‘T&T seeking to be a hub for travel to Africa’
Andrea Perez-Sobers Senior Reporter andrea.perez-sobers@guardian.co.tt This country is being strategically positioned as a central aviation hub linking the Caribbean, South and Central America, Africa, and even Asia. This was the...

Lions fail in bid for series whitewash as Australia win 22-12 in stormy Sydney
The British and Irish Lions’ quest to complete an unbeaten tour of Australia failed at the final hurdle as Australia prevented a series whitewash by registering a stormy 22-12 victory in Sydney. Tries by wings Dylan Pietsch and Max Jorgensen and...

Prime Minister Gaston Browne Hosts Dr. Julius Garvey in Landmark Courtesy Call Celebrating Pan-African Legacy and Caribbean-Africa Connectivity
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Prime Minister the Hon. Gaston Browne welcomed Dr. Julius Garvey, renowned vascular surgeon and son of Pan-African trailblazer Marcus Mosiah Garvey, to a historic courtesy visit that celebrated black...

A Deep Dive Into The Presbyterian Church In America
(ANALYSIS) PCA folks, it’s your moment — few denominations punch above their weight online like you do. I’ve tweeted about this before, but you all play an outsized role in the online discourse about American Protestant Christianity. To celebrate...

Sisters transform Kiwi tourism with authentic Māori and Pacific cultural experiences
In the heart of Māngere, two sisters are transforming how visitors experience Aotearoa. Proud Sāmoan-Māori sisters Ama Mosese and Louisa Opetaia launched their tourism business, Glorious NZ, bringing authentic Māori and Pacific experiences right...

Lions player ratings: How did Irish contingent fare in final clash against Australia?
15 Hugo Keenan Remarkably resolute in the face of the Wallabies utter dominance on the night, he was unyielding in defence, chased everything, won most of his duels and made a try saving tackle. Rating: 7 14 Tommy Freeman He will be disappointed...
I’ve Lived in Japan for 20 Years—and These Are 10 Common Mistakes I See Tourists Make
Maria Ligaya/Travel + Leisure A crowd viewing Mount Fuji from a viewpoint. Key Points Common slip-ups in Japan include talking loudly in public, tipping, and using chopsticks incorrectly. Many of these customs, like keeping quiet on trains,...

British and Irish Lions suffer TRIPLE injury blow during third Test against Australia as captain Maro Itoje and Tommy Freeman fail HIAs, while James Ryan is knocked out unconscious
By ADRIAN BISHOP Published: 06:55 EDT, 2 August 2025 | Updated: 08:08 EDT, 2 August 2025 The British and Irish Lions suffered a triple injury blow during the final Test of their series with Australia on Saturday. Andy Farrell's side entered the...

One Of America's Most Beautiful Ferries Is Free To Ride
With plenty of amazing lakes, rivers, canals, and archipelagos, there are many beautiful ferry rides in the U.S. to enjoy. Traveling across the water can often be a rewarding and relaxing way to transport yourself between two places, and public...

Lions 12-22 Australia: Tourists denied whitewash as Wallabies overcome elements to win third Test
The Wallabies kept their composure as torrential rain complicated the affair, and responded better as the second half was temporarily halted for a lightning delay, extending their lead as the error-strewn Lions fumbled. They led by eight at the...

Las Vegas tourism drops sharply as locals claim 'casinos are empty' in Trump's America
Las Vegas is facing a stark slowdown this summer as tourists sharply pull back amid soaring costs, with reports suggesting tourists are turning their back on Trump's America. Official figures show hotel occupancy plummeting by 6.5%, while visitor...

UK's 'most beautiful' village locals fume over intrusive tourists
Residents of Castle Combe, often lauded as the nation's prettiest village, have voiced their concerns over tourists from places as distant as India, Japan, and Argentina who intrusively take photos through their windows and knock on their doors,...

Around 60000 Tourists Currently Visiting Makarska Riviera
August the 2nd, 2025 – Approximately 60000 tourists are currently enjoying the sun and sea on the gorgeous Makarska Riviera, further confirming the endless popularity of this part of central Dalmatia. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the Makarska...

CEV Beach Volley European Cup Final at TUI Magic Life Candia Maris
HERAKLION – After the successful hosting of Nations Cup in May, Crete is getting ready to welcome yet another top-tier international sporting event, the CEV Beach Volley European Cup Final, which will take place November 6-9 at TUI Magic Life...

Bali taxis: Aussies warned that Bali Transportation Agency will be spot checking tourist taxis
Police in Bali have confirmed that they are conducting spot checks on tourist vehicles in order to ensure that safety is enforced across the island. Aussies travelling to Bali should be aware that The Bali Transportation Agency will be pulling...
Rubondo: Largest island national park in Africa
GEITA: RUBONDO Island National Park is one of two Tanzanian national parks located on an island in Lake Victoria, the other being Saanane Island National Park. The island is administered by jurisdiction by the Geita district of Geita region, and...