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Today: September 20, 2024

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Taiwan bar on frontline with China blends history into cocktails

In Taiwan's Kinmen, less than an hour's boat ride from the Chinese cities of Xiamen and Quanzhou, bar owner Powei Lee draws crowds by blending the tiny island's battle-

Taiwan bar on frontline with China blends history into cocktails
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Aircraft that was in severe turbulence incident returns to Singapore

The Singapore Airlines (SIA) aircraft used for a flight in which a passenger died during severe turbulence returned to Singapore on Sunday, five days after its emergency

Aircraft that was in severe turbulence incident returns to Singapore
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New Caledonia airport to remain closed until at least June 2

New Caledonia's international airport will remain closed until at least next Sunday, its operator said, nearly two weeks after rioting erupted on the French-ruled Pacific island over

New Caledonia airport to remain closed until at least June 2
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12 people injured after Qatar Airways plane hits turbulence on flight to Dublin

Twelve people have been injured when a Qatar Airways plane flying from Doha to Dublin hit turbulence

12 people injured after Qatar Airways plane hits turbulence on flight to Dublin
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Aeromexico temporarily suspends Mexico City-Quito route

Mexican carrier Aeromexico is temporarily suspending its route from Mexico City to the Ecuadorean capital of Quito, the airline said on Monday.

Aeromexico temporarily suspends Mexico City-Quito route
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Mexican government says the arm of a 19th century mummy came off after mishandling by museum staff

Mexico's federal archaeology agency is accusing the conservative-governed city of Guanajuato of mistreating the country’s famous mummified 19th century bodies

Mexican government says the arm of a 19th century mummy came off after mishandling by museum staff
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Thailand targets tourism boost with longer stays for visitors, students, 'digital nomads'

Thailand's government said on Tuesday it had approved longer visa stay periods for tourists, postgraduate students and remote workers, and better visa conditions for retirees, in a

Thailand targets tourism boost with longer stays for visitors, students, 'digital nomads'
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First Syrian jet in over a decade transports Muslim worshippers to Saudi Arabia for Hajj pilgrimage

For the first time in over a decade, 270 Syrians have traveled on a direct flight from Damascus to Saudi Arabia for the annual Islamic Hajj pilgrimage, according to the Syrian Transportation Ministry

First Syrian jet in over a decade transports Muslim worshippers to Saudi Arabia for Hajj pilgrimage
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Club in deadly Mallorca collapse lacked permit for rooftop, mayor says

The Medusa Beach Club in Spain's Palma de Mallorca, which collapsed last week killing four people, did not have a permit to serve customers on its rooftop, the city's mayor said on

Club in deadly Mallorca collapse lacked permit for rooftop, mayor says
Technology|Travel

Israel launches ETA system for visa-exempt countries

Israel said on Tuesday it was moving to an electronic travel authorisation system for visitors from visa-exempt countries starting in August, joining Britain, the United States,

Israel launches ETA system for visa-exempt countries
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Bette Nash, recognized as the world's longest-serving flight attendant, dies at 88

Bette Nash, recognized as the world’s longest-serving flight attendant, has died

Bette Nash, recognized as the world's longest-serving flight attendant, dies at 88
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Uber to offer Seine cruises, day trips in Paris during Olympics rush

Uber Technologies unveiled a raft of measures on Wednesday, including a tie-up to offer cruises on the Seine river as it looks to meet explosive demand stemming from the upcoming Olympics

Uber to offer Seine cruises, day trips in Paris during Olympics rush
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A bus falls into a ravine in southwest Pakistan, killing 28 people and injuring 20

Officials say a speeding passenger bus fell off a highway into a ravine in southwest Pakistan, killing 28 people and injuring 20

A bus falls into a ravine in southwest Pakistan, killing 28 people and injuring 20
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Singapore flight investigation finds sharp altitude drop caused injuries

Preliminary findings released on Wednesday of an investigation into a Singapore Airlines flight hit by severe turbulence last week showed that a rapid change in gravitational

Singapore flight investigation finds sharp altitude drop caused injuries
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El Al profit soars, CEO urges foreign carriers to resume Israel flights

El Al Israel Airlines on Wednesday swung to a first-quarter profit, boosted by strong demand at a time when foreign carriers have halted or curtailed flights

El Al profit soars, CEO urges foreign carriers to resume Israel flights
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Flight attendants' union seeks federal mediation over Frontier's operations overhaul

A union representing about 4,100 flight attendants at Frontier Airlines filed for federal mediation on Wednesday over the carrier's operations overhaul.

Flight attendants' union seeks federal mediation over Frontier's operations overhaul
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Egypt unveils renovation of 14th-century Maridani mosque

Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities held a ceremony to mark the completion of multi-year renovations to the grand 14th-century mosque of Altunbugha al-Maridani in Historic Cairo.

Egypt unveils renovation of 14th-century Maridani mosque
Environment|Travel

2 climbers suffering from hypothermia await rescue off Denali, North America's tallest mountain

The National Park Services says two climbers are awaiting rescue near the peak of North America’s tallest mountain a day after they and a third climber in their team requested help

2 climbers suffering from hypothermia await rescue off Denali, North America's tallest mountain
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Ta-Nehisi Coates returns to nonfiction and explores the power of stories in upcoming 'The Message'

For his first all-new book of nonfiction in nearly a decade, Ta-Nehisi Coates traveled the world

Ta-Nehisi Coates returns to nonfiction and explores the power of stories in upcoming 'The Message'
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Buenos Aires trains slow to crawl as protesting conductors demand wage hike

Trains in Argentina's capital Buenos Aires slowed to a crawl on Thursday, doubling passengers' commute time, according to union rail workers who held an unusual protest

Buenos Aires trains slow to crawl as protesting conductors demand wage hike
Business|Environment|Travel

Global airline bosses to address geopolitical, climate challenges

Geopolitical tensions, aircraft shortages and ambitious environmental targets will deliver a host of challenges to global airline bosses at an annual summit next week,

Global airline bosses to address geopolitical, climate challenges
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Dorothea Barron watched over men who tested portable harbors for D-Day

Dorothea Barron got a sneak preview of the Normandy landings from a watchtower on the coast of Scotland

Dorothea Barron watched over men who tested portable harbors for D-Day
Sports|Travel

Surfers get 'best waves of our lives' at dress rehearsal for Olympic venue in Tahiti

After days of barreling along the huge waves of Tahiti’s island paradise, French Polynesian surfer Vahine Fierro has even more reason to look forward to this summer’s Olympics

Surfers get 'best waves of our lives' at dress rehearsal for Olympic venue in Tahiti
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1 Malaysian climber dead, 1 rescued near the top of Denali, North America's tallest mountain

Officials say a climber from Malaysia who was stranded for three days near the top of North America’s tallest mountain has been rescued but his partner is dead

1 Malaysian climber dead, 1 rescued near the top of Denali, North America's tallest mountain
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California’s top lakes for houseboating, serenity, and scenic vistas

Sun, sand, and surf may define California for many, but some of the Golden State’s most beloved gems actually lie inland— the gorgeous lakes in California. From local weekend retreats to far-flung getaways, these shimmering waters promise everything from thrilling water sports to blissful relaxation amid pine-scented Sierra air or desert breezes. John Smith, director of the California Tourism Board told CNN Travel that “while known for its Pacific Ocean beaches and ritzy coastal towns, California harbors over 1,400 pristine lakes and reservoirs where visitors can bask in the summer sun.” The largest lake in California, Shasta Lake, offers perfect

California’s top lakes for houseboating, serenity, and scenic vistas

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