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Americans Caught Off Guard After Canadian Passport Was Just Declared To Be Much More Powerful
The Travel
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July 25, 2025
Around the world, countries continue to make significant modifications to their passport systems. France has introduced a new online appointment system, which is now mandatory for all types of visas. Additionally, the Philippines has introduced a...
Cai Xukun, I-dle, Jam Hsiao: Singapore concert calendar for 2025
Asiaone
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July 25, 2025
2024 came and went with some amazing acts visiting Singapore, from American songstress Taylor Swift, classic rockers Deep Purple, Cantopop king Andy Lau and Mandopop's Jay Chou, to Blackpink's Lisa and K-pop group Stray Kids. Here's how 2025's...
Here Are All the New Cruise Ships Debuting in 2026
Travel Market Report - New York
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2026 is going to be a busy year for the cruise industry, with 16 new ships entering the global fleet – and that’s not including any ships intended for markets outside North America (like TUI Cruises in Germany or Adora Cruises in China). The ships...
American shocked after being 'yelled at' for breaking 'unwritten' dog walking rule in Spain
The Mirror US
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July 25, 2025
If you're a dog owner, you might be aware of some unwritten rules with how you should go about walking your dog in a public place. While there are some laws you need to follow, such as keeping your dog on a leash when walking in certain public...
Body Of Turkish Airlines Passenger Who Died Inflight Goes Missing At Chicago O’Hare
Simple Flying
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July 24, 2025
The body of a Turkish Airlines passenger who passed away during a flight from Istanbul to San Francisco has disappeared from Chicago O'Hare after the flight was diverted. The passenger died after suffering an in-flight medical emergency and their...
Five reasons why Scots could be refused entry to Spain or Greece
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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July 25, 2025
Scots heading to Spain, Greece and other popular destinations could soon be refused entry for five reasons, according to travel experts. One of these includes making a mistake when filling out an application most UK travellers will soon need to...
Pixies at the Fillmore Detroit, 5 things to know
Macomb Daily - Michigan
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July 25, 2025
Pixies is engaging into a bit of back to the future this year. The alt.rock quartet — a hero in the genre since its debut album came out during 1988 — is celebrating its legacy with two-night stands at venues around the country. The first night...
England's Agyemang leads youthful charge at Women's Euros
Channel News Asia
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July 25, 2025
OBERENTFELDEN, Switzerland :In a few short years, striker Michelle Agyemang has gone from being a ball girl at Wembley to scoring vital goals for England that will see them contest the Women's European Championship final on Sunday as she leads the...
The Great Lake: Mývatn Comes At You Fast
Reykjavik Grapevine
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July 19, 2025
It’s a rain-soaked afternoon in north Iceland when we crest a hill and see the green-grey waters of Mývatn slide into view. Misty and indistinct through the drizzle and the fast-moving wipers, the lake is hypnotic as we roll down a slick stretch...
Set Sail on a ‘Slowcation’ with Azamara Cruises
Travel Press
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July 29, 2025
Cruise By TravelPress Staff July 29, 2025 With travellers increasingly seeking deeper, more intentional experiences when they travel, the ‘Slowcation’ is emerging as a defining travel trend and Azamara Cruises believes it’s ‘perfectly positioned’...
Weekend Weather Forecast | Grey Skies With Sunny Pockets
Iceland Review
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July 19, 2025
Much of Iceland is in for a grey and damp weekend, with scattered showers and widespread cloud cover expected across the country. According to the Icelandic Meteorological Office, Saturday will bring intermittent rain to most regions, along with...
Czech Passport Stronger Than U.S. and Canada in 2025 Global Rankings
Prague Morning
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July 25, 2025
Czech citizens enjoy one of the most powerful passports in the world, according to the latest Henley Passport Index 2025. The Czech passport now grants visa-free access to more than 180 countries, securing its spot in the global top 10. The Henley...
Countdown as Scots could be turned away from France, Spain and Greece
Glasgow Live
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July 25, 2025
Scottish holidaymakers heading to France, Spain and other popular destinations could soon be denied entry without a travel permit. Post-Brexit rules mean that anyone travelling on a British passport will need this document before travelling to any...
Home-grown solutions: Sierra Leone’s school meals start a new chapter
World Food Programme
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Sierra Leone's farmers, like Isata Feika Sesay, are increasingly growing the food their children eat at school. Photo: WFP In Sierra Leone’s northern Kambia district, the morning sun casts a golden hue over a milling hub, where farmer Isata Feika...
Colonial ghosts and Arctic dreams: Trump’s interest and Greenland’s hard choices
Washington Examiner
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July 25, 2025
NUUK, Greenland — President Donald Trump wants to buy Greenland again. Since returning to the White House, he has revived talk of purchasing or annexing the world’s largest island from Denmark and refused to rule out using force to “get it one way...
All the countries that recognise Palestine as a state
LBC
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25 July 2025, 10:17 Britain is facing calls to acknowledge Palestine as a state. Picture: Getty France has become the first G7 nation to acknowledge Palestine as a state, and Britain has been urged to follow. Listen to this article Sir Keir...
Norwegian Cruise Line unveils its Northern Hemisphere spring/summer 2027 deployment
Travel Weekly
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July 25, 2025
Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled its Northern Hemisphere spring/summer 2027 deployment, featuring nearly 500 individual voyages across 20 ships, departing from nearly 30 of the world’s top homeports. Departure homeports include Rome...
Briefs for Friday, July 26, 2025
The Daily Press - Michigan
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Date changed for The Maryland State Boychoir concert GLADSTONE — The Maryland State Boychoir will perform a free concert with choral works ranging from classical works to Broadway show tunes on Sunday, Aug. 3, at First Lutheran Church, 1212...
NCL's summer 2027 features expanded Caribbean choices
Seatrade Cruise News
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July 24, 2025
Norwegian Cruise Line's newly announced April through October 2027 program offers more opportunities to visit the soon-to-be expanded Great Stirrup Cay in The Bahamas along with Harvest Caye in Belize. Eight ships will offer Caribbean itineraries...
Brits may face interview before entering Spain, France or Italy
The Mirror
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July 25, 2025
Brits heading to EU nations such as Italy, Spain or France may soon have to undertake an interview before permission to enter is granted. It's all to do with new rules that will soon come in following Brexit. Once a new scheme gets underway, UK...