The Best Things to Do for Christmas in Paris
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The owners of a New Zealand volcano that erupted in 2019, killing 22 people, appeal their conviction
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I've been to dozens of airport lounges worldwide. Here are the 5 things I never do in them.
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- Fortune
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- Robb Report
This $22 Million Apartment in London Was Designed by an Award-Winning Studio. Now It Can Be Yours.
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- Business Insider
At 26, I set off on a yearlong adventure to South America. It's been 6 years, and I have no plans to leave.
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- CNN Business
US airlines are required to refund you for a canceled flight automatically
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- BBC
Rescuers search for hotel collapse survivors in Argentina
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- The Canadian Press
Florida works to bring back tourism to its Gulf Coast following hurricanes Helene and Milton
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- Conde Nast Traveler
The Friendliest Cities in the US, According to Our Readers
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- Reuters
Cruise operators reap benefits of their own private islands
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- Evening Standard
Foodies ‘lovebomb’ Angus Steakhouses to stop tourists swamping their favourite restaurants
Londoners are leaving ultra-positive reviews of Angus Steakhouse restaurants in a bid to stop their favourite eating spots being swamped by tourists.Reddit users have hailed the chain, which has branches in tourist hotspots including Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square, as a “little-known gem” and called it the “absolute best destination restaurant in London.”Their hope is that when visitors search for “the best steakhouse in London,” AI-powered search engines will generate results for Angus Steakhouse rather than people’s real favourites.
- INSIDER
You can now get an automatic refund if your flight is delayed or canceled
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- Robb Report
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Four new spots were awarded one star in the 2024 Atlanta Michelin Guide, while five others retained their status.
- People
Martha Stewart Details Enduring Years of Infidelity by Her Husband Including One Affair 'Right on Our Property'
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- HuffPost
Jimmy Kimmel Mocks Trump After Most Awkward Public Melania Moment Yet
The late night host spotted a "positively smoldering" moment for the former first couple.
- HuffPost
People Think Donald Trump's Comment About Michelle Obama Sounded A Lot Like A Threat
Critics asked, "Is that a threat?"
- HuffPost
Jimmy Kimmel Turns Serious With Special Message Just For Trump Voters
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- The Independent
Vulgar billboard that showed Kamala Harris in a sexual position removed from Ohio highway
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