To keep up with its Dubai counterparts, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi Tourism) has recruited WWE superstar John Cena for a new tourism campaign. The project urges visitors to plan a vacation to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, as soon as possible. Following the release … Read more
Statements like “boys will be boys” or “men will be men” are sometimes used to wrongly justify sexism or improper behaviour toward women under the guise of light-hearted banter. In an effort to combat sexual assault, Scotland Police has created a campaign that aims to change men’s thoughts and encourages them to reflect on their … Read more
The first guests to Ain Dubai, the world’s largest and highest observation wheel, have arrived. At 14:00, delighted visitors who had pre-booked a 38-minute rotation in the state-of-the-art cabins were treated to the first rotation. The lucky winners of the Ain Dubai treasure hunt across Bluewaters competition held earlier this month were also featured in … Read more
The much-anticipated encounter between Pakistan and India ended in disappointment for Indian supporters, with the team losing by 10 wickets in their maiden T20 World Cup game. Many people rushed to social media after the game to express their disappointment, while others expressed optimism for the next encounter. Indian supporters were anticipating a run-fest and … Read more
A commercial portraying a same-sex couple celebrating Karwa Chauth, when married women fast for a full day hoping for a long and healthy life for their husbands, has sparked varied emotions online. Following the outcry, the company canceled the Karwa Chauth ad and apologized “for unintentionally hurting people’s sentiments.” The commercial, which debuted on October … Read more
A video of a massive snake being raised by a crane as a section of its body dangles to the ground has stunned internet users. The massive snake is seen being raised by a large industrial truck in a woodland region in a video that has gone viral. Many internet users speculated that the video … Read more
Kirkegaard’s ability to keep a straight face in the midst of chaos has earned him the signature “Bloomberg Dad” among netizens. Even after working from home for more than a year, there are still times when individuals are taken off guard, particularly during video calls. One such instance occurred on live television when a financial … Read more
Tugay Tuncer, Turkey’s ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), previously inspected the Turkey pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, taking in the visitor experience and stressing the mega-trade event and investment potential. Tuncer told the Expo News Service that Turkey’s participation at Expo 2020 heralds “a new era of cooperation and a strengthening relationship with … Read more
Virgin Atlantic has announced that both services will resume operations on November 8th, the same day as the US borders reopen, bringing the charm of Orlando and the dazzling lights of Las Vegas one step closer. Flights between Manchester Airport and New York have also resumed, boosting connections between the Big Apple and the north … Read more
In the United States, a group of roughly 100 hippos once owned by late drug lord Pablo Escobar, have been recognized as legal persons. This is the first time that animals have ever been officially classified as persons. The United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio has recognized the hippos as legal … Read more
An armed robbery attempt at a petrol station business was recently prevented thanks to a quick response by a US Marine Corps veteran. The incident, which was captured by the store’s CCTV camera, is now going viral, with the veteran receiving praise online. The client, who had previously served in the elite armed forces, was … Read more
In time for Halloween, the Los Angeles home from the 1984 film A Nightmare on Elm Street has been advertised for sale for $3.5 million. The three-bedroom Spaulding Square home, which is offered by real estate firm Douglas Elliman, was previously purchased by Hustlers director Lorene Scafaria for $2.1 million in 2013. In Wes Craven’s … Read more
Researchers from Spain posted a video of a gigantic sunfish rescued from tuna nets that weighed at least 2,200 pounds and could have weighed nearly twice as much. The sunfish was discovered entangled in tuna nets off the coast of Ceuta on Oct. 14, according to researchers from the University of Seville’s Estrecho Marine Biology … Read more
The first dance at a wedding is usually memorable for any couple. However, for these newlyweds in the United States, their special moment ended with a comical climax: they collapsed to the ground, leaving everyone in splits, including the bride and groom. Marie Blanchard and her husband David Bradley married at Oheka Castle in Long … Read more
While dancing needs a great deal of ability and expertise in and of itself, a young woman is causing a stir on the internet by performing a traditional Rajasthani dance while skating! Krishna Kanwar Gahlot, a professional speed skater with several world records, recently took part in a cultural event organized by the state and … Read more
A captain of a Florida charter boat stated he was just off the coast when he discovered a megalodon tooth measuring more than 6 inches long. Last year, Captain Michael Nastasio of Black Gold Fossil Charters discovered a 5.87-inch megalodon tooth, but it was dwarfed by the 6.06-inch tooth he discovered last month off the … Read more
Police in North Carolina said they were called to a neighborhood to remove an alligator that had been discovered trying to get into a communal pool. Officers were summoned to the Oyster Bay Drive section of the city on a report of an alligator trying to get into the community pool, according to the Sunset … Read more
The winners of the World Travel Awards for Africa and the Indian Ocean for 2021 have been announced. The World Travel Awards is the foremost authority that recognises and honours excellence in travel and tourism. Kenya fared well in the Africa categories, with Nairobi awarded ‘Africa’s Leading Business Travel Destination,’ Kenyatta International Convention Centre named … Read more
