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Tasting Australia Will Not Go Ahead in 2020
Originally shelved until October, the state’s biggest food and drink festival will now return in autumn 2021.
On June 1, Coronavirus Restrictions in NSW Will Ease Even More – Here’s What You Need to Know
Not only will you be able to holiday within the state (good news: the ski season officially begins on June 22), you’ll also have an even greater chance of scoring a table at your favourite restaurant.
Wine Aid Aims to Keep Chefs in Work and Wineries in Business One Case of Vino at a Time
And the reward for buying a mystery box of organic wine? It’ll get an out-of-work hospo worker a square meal.
Railways extends advance reservation period; No travel fare for migrants
Indian Railways has taken the decision to extend the advance reservation period (ARP) from 30 days to 120 days for its special Rajdhani trains as well as the Mail Express trains that will commence services June 1 onwards.
Lockdown may be extended by another 15 days, says Goa CM after talking to Amit Shah
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant underlined that there was a demand in the state to reopen hotels, restaurants, gyms, and malls, highlighting that he would urge the Centre to allow the resumption of activities in the state with adequate social distancing rules in place
Indian Railways reinstates advance ticket reservation window to 120 days
According to a Railway Ministry spokesperson, the changes shall be implemented from 8 am of the train booking date of May 31 onwards
Goa CM bats for lockdown extension; wants malls, gyms to open
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday said the current phase of lockdown, slated to end on May 31, should be extended till June 15 considering the overall COVID-19 scenario in the country, where the case count has crossed the 1.6 lakh-mark. Sawant, who spoke to Union Home Minister Amit Shah
PHCC opens 3 drive through swabbing hubs for Covid-19
As part of the country’s wide efforts to manage the Covid-19 outbreak, PHCC will be operating 3 drive through swabbing hubs at three PHCC Health Centers.
Coronavirus travel bans leave hundreds stranded at Brazil's largest airport
SAO PAULO - Stefany Carvallido, her 2-year-old daughter and about 200 other Colombians have been camping out inside Brazil's busiest international airport for days in a desperate attempt to get back to their home country.
Tivoli incursion - Ten Years On | Rudolph Brown: Gunshots whistling past us
I can remember when the Tivoli incursion start ... . I went down by Ocean Boulevard. We heard that the soldiers were taking up positions to enter Tivoli. ... After they went in, I start to hear a lot of explosions, like bombs dropping. Soldiers...
Greece bans Britons from going on holiday in the country when it reopens its borders on June 15 due to high level of UK coronavirus cases
While citizens of 29 other countries will be allowed to travel when Greece's airports reopen to tourists on June 15, the UK's number of coronavirus cases is still too high. Pictured, Mykonos.
Uber Eats offering exclusive burgers from Mitch Marner, Max Domi and more
For a limited time, Torontonians can order Uber Eats-exclusive burgers conceived by Canadian celebrities and local restaurants.
Food, shelter and free journey: Five big takeaways from Supreme Court order on migrants
Lakhs of migrant workers were stranded across the country without food, shelter and transportation after the nationwide lockdown was announced by the Central government from March 25 at just four-hour notice to limit the spread of coronavirus.
No Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum or Versailles: France’s three most iconic sites stay closed
None of France's three most iconic tourist sites will reopen when the country lifts most of its remaining coronavirus lockdown restrictions next week. Some of Europe's other major cultural sites are also taking their time to reopen.
Disney World Cancels All Ride and Dining Reservations, Universal Plans Hotel Reopening
Disney World reservations for rides and dining have all been canceled, including FastPass+, while Universal Orlando plans hotel reopenings.
UK spring the sunniest since records began, says Met Office
Country also set for driest May for 124 years, with farmers warning of serious impact
Britain left off 'safe list' of countries free to holiday in Greece
UK fails to fit epidemiological profile demanded by Athens, which has kept Covid-19 in check
ITC Hotels partners with Swiggy to offer dining experiences at home
ITC Hotels has implemented stringent measures and protocols, including mandatory temperature checks for all chefs and food and beverage associates
Life and death in lockdown: Pictures from around India
Restrictions confining people to their homes entered the 66 day on Friday as the number of coronavirus cases steadily increases.
Shramik trains: Rlys appeal to people with comorbidities to avoid travel
At least nine passengers were reported dead on May 27 over a span of 48 hours on board the migrant trains, with the railways stating that all of them had health conditions.
IMD issues orange alert for Idduki, predicts very heavy rainfall in 48 hrs
Rains lashed Chandigarh and its surrounding areas on Friday, leading to a drop in temperatures by a few notches and bringing much-needed relief from the heat
Islamic prayers to be held at Hagia Sophia to commemorate the Fall of Constantinople
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on Thursday in a statement published on state-run Anadolu news agency, that Islamic prayers and recitals will be
About 600,000 visitors expected in Cyprus in August
Cypriot Minister of Transport, Communications and Works Yiannis Karousos, said that the country expects to receive about 600,000 passengers in August, noting
German airline Lufthansa to double flights to Athens from Frankfurt and Munich
Lufthansa Group said that the extension of its June timetable responds to the growing interest of customers in air travel as Covid-19 travel restrictions are
Greece open for travel from June 15th
The tourism ministry on Friday announced the list of countries for which Greece's borders will be "open" from June 15th, with flights permitted to land in
A message from His Eminence Archbishop Makarios on National Reconciliation Week
His Eminence Archbishop Makarios, Primate of the Greek Orthodox Church of Australia, has issued a message for National Reconciliation Week, which you can read
Lehigh Valley weather: Evening, overnight thunderstorms may be severe
The Lehigh Valley is included in a severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m. Friday, the National Weather Service said.
ITC Hotels partners with Swiggy to deliver food delicacies at customers' doorsteps
The move would enable ITC Hotels' customers to enjoy their pre-paid orders with 'no-contact' deliveries and have unique food experiences with local offerings from the regions at their home, said a joint statement.
South Korea taps domestic tourism to revive industry
'Can we find tourism with eased social distancing? The brief answer is ‘yes’ but it’s going to be in domestic tourism and in a very limited way, very careful way,' says Korean tourism expert Wangoo Lee
DFA: Visa suspension on foreigners stays for now
The Department of Foreign Affairs says the travel restriction due to the coronavirus pandemic is still in effect 'until further notice'
Pearson to begin limiting terminal access to travellers only
If you picking up someone from the airport, you may not be allowed to head inside the terminal to greet them for much longer.
Additional metro trains to be operated to reduce rail overcrowding: Transport Ministry
The last train will take off from the third line's El Shams Club metro station at 7:15 p.m and from the second line's Ataba station at 7:45 p.m, the ministry said.
You won't see public jeepneys on NCR roads during GCQ
Metro Manila will move into General Community Quarantine, and while public transportation can finally restart, the jeepney will not
Yellow Lanes no more, buses to stay on left side of EDSA
Don’t be surprised to see public utility buses on the left-most lanes of EDSA once they’re allowed to resume operations
Locust invasions till July, may spare South India: Food and Agriculture Organisation
The Food and Agriculture Organisation has warned of successive locust invasions until July in Rajasthan with eastward surges as far as Bihar and Odisha. However, the FAO has said that the swarms were
COVID-19: HM Amit Shah meets PM Narendra Modi; briefs on CMs' views on lockdown
Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday discussed the next phase of lockdown with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where he shared the views of some chief ministers that lifting restrictions altogether at
Roam close to home: Europe’s tourists play safe in pandemic
Countries hope travel bans will be lifted in time to give their economies a boost
COVID-19: E-ticket, face mask a must for domestic flights in Saudi Arabia
Social distancing to be observed at airports, inside aircraft
Supreme Court orders states to foot the bill for guest workers' travel
Plus, their food and shelter while they wait for their train or bus are the states' responsibility
New Zealand's most popular holiday home destinations for Queen's Birthday weekend
Despite the weather, Kiwis are heading to the beach.
Greece to allow visitors from 29 countries from June 15, but not UK
Greece listed 29 countries from where it will accept visitors as of June 15 as the Greek government looks to mitigate some of the financial damage from the coronavirus pandemic. The Greek Tourism Ministry said travellers from the permitted countries will be able to enter Greece on direct flights to Athens and to the northern city of Thessaloniki.
Travel industry using cleanliness, celebs to woo customers
NEW YORK/LONDON/BEIJING – Lysol is starring with celebrities and rock-bottom prices in the US$8 trillion (S$11.3t) global travel industry’s pitch to get people back on the road and in the air. What was scrubbed from view now leads marketing campaigns as cleanliness is...
Michelin-starred takeout: Guy Savoy turns to lockdown deliveries
PARIS – It’s not your typical takeout menu, even in Paris: Raw trout in a sour cream followed by quail confit with a cauliflower and almond sauce. Then again, in normal times, three-Michelin-starred chef Guy Savoy doesn’t do delivery. One of the...
McDonald's says free Family Meal Box giveaway is a hoax
It was perhaps a deal too good to be true. A URL had been circulating on social media claiming McDonald's is "supporting the nation" by giving two free Family Meal Box vouchers for a week per family. It instructed visitors to answer three questions, before...
Warmer nights but rainy days to come in Queensland this winter
The weather bureau's winter outlook suggests the state will experience wetter than average conditions.
Major Brisbane bridge closed this weekend, free tolls on offer
One of Brisbane's busiest bridges will be partially closed this weekend for maintenance.
Super Saturday salute looms with WA hospitality players back in the game
WA's small bar and restaurant players can resume their bustling trade from June 6 along with clubs, pubs and hotels.
Greece: Tourists from 29 countries can fly in as of June 15
Greece on Friday listed 29 countries from where it will accept visitors as of June 15 as the Greek government looks to mitigate some of the financial damage from the coronavirus pandemic.
Stranded in paradise: Hundreds of sailors stuck in Pacific
There are some 550 sailboats currently sheltering in French Polynesia, according to a manifest kept by maritime authorities, and more sailors have been stranded by the pandemic elsewhere in the South Pacific, in Fiji, Tonga, New Zealand and Australia.
No Eiffel, Mona Lisa or Versailles: Iconic sites stay closed
None of France's three most iconic tourist sites will reopen when the country lifts most of its remaining coronavirus lockdown restrictions next week. Some of Europe's other major cultural sites are also taking their time to reopen.
In the Netherlands, robot waiters will serve customers amid virus
A restaurant in the Netherlands is planning on using robots as servers as lockdown restrictions lift.
Student Pilot was in Third Solo Flight During Fatal Crash
A student pilot from Burbank was in his third solo-flight when the plane descended like a corkscrew and crashed near Orcutt last week.
City Power warns of possible load rotation
On Thursday, Johannesburg's City Power announced that they may need to impose daily “load rotation” in some areas where electricity infrastructure is overloaded.
Greece bans Irish tourists from visiting due to poor coronavirus record
Greece has released a list of 29 countries from where it will accept tourists - and Ireland does not make the list
Meat products sold in Ireland urgently recalled as they were processed in 'unapproved facility' in Co Westmeath
The public are being advised not to eat the food products
Explained: The state of international air travel in India, and the world
The aviation sector has been among the worst-hit during the coronavirus pandemic. Here is a look at measures being taken by countries with regard to air travel.
Only 4 Shramik trains have taken over 72 hours to reach destination: Railways
Among the destination-states for which the trains were diverted were Bihar (51), Uttar Pradesh (16), Jharkhand (2), Assam and Manipur (1 each).
Stranded for 2 months, no updates from govt, Indians in North Africa seek help
In neighbouring Algeria, nearly 150 Indians are seeking help from the government to return home.
4 positive cases in Mohali district, total goes up to 110
Deputy Commissioner (DC) Girish Dayalan confirmed the development and said that the health department teams are working on contact tracing of the new positive cases.
Returnee narrates ordeal on train & at city quarantine centre
Sumit Paul came back from Haryana on May 27 and was sent to a quarantine centre managed by the state government in Polo.The 23-year-old student was among the passengers who were on the train that was attacked in Bihar's Danapur.After a harrowing jour
Call to be careful
Police will be out in force around the South as holidaymakers hit the road for the first long weekend since lockdown ended. Southern officers will...
No regrets for teen who tried to cross Cook Strait in dinghy
A teen who had to be rescued while trying to cross Cook Strait in a dinghy says he would make the treacherous trip again. Tachyon Hutt, 18, set off...
Rush expected for Queen's Birthday travel
Local tourists are hitting the road this holiday weekend to reclaim some of the country's best hotspots. With international visitors locked out -...
Rush expected for Queen's Birthday travel
Bubbles are bursting. This story was first published by RNZ Local tourists are hitting the road this weekend to reclaim some of the country's best...
LANE: Remember Oak Apple Day, England's Non-Socialist May Day
While international socialism has misappropriated May Day, a conservative Spring celebration alternative remains half-forgotten.
Airlines prepare to partially resume flights
The national airline Biman and two local airlines -- US-Bangla Airlines and Novoair -- are preparing to resume domestic flight operation from June 1 following the health guideline prescribed by the
Glazed or jelly? Doughnuts lure city-roaming Florida bear into trap | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
FORT MYERS, Fla. >> Glazed or jelly? A black bear roaming around a Florida city proved no match for the doughnuts that lured the animal into a humane trap.
Will it be a flood or a trickle when Hawaii restaurants reopen? | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Owners will soon find out whether diners will rush back or be cautious when the ban on dining inside restaurants is lifted a week from today.
Stranded in paradise: Hundreds of sailors stuck in Pacific due to coronavirus shutdown | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WELLINGTON, New Zealand >> For as long as she can remember, 28-year-old Kristen Pankratz has shared in her dad’s dream to sail around the world. Life somehow always got in the way. But after giving up her advertising job in Dallas, she finally set sail with her parents in January.
Tourists could begin to return to Hawaii by late summer, economic report says | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The latest economic projections from the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization suggest it will take at least two years for the mainland economy to recover from the coronavirus pandemic, with tourists beginning to return to Hawaii in late July of this year.
Breezy tradewinds and windward showers to grace weekend | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Breezy tradewinds with mainly windward showers are expected for Hawaii this weekend, according to forecasters.
Hawaii senators support effort for ‘travel bubble’ agreement with Japan | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
An effort to reopen Hawaii’s tourism economy by forming a pilot “travel-safely bubble” with Japan got a preliminary blessing from state lawmakers today.
Kokua Line: Rushing off to Las Vegas means isolation upon return | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Question: With Vegas opening up Thursday, will I have to quarantine when I get back?
Hawaii explores ‘travel bubble’ with Japan amid tourism collapse | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
A pilot “travel bubble” with Japan that allows for relaxed travel restrictions between the two destinations might be a way for Hawaii tourism to start coming back from the 99.5% plunge that it took in April.
Likelike Highway scheduled to close overnight twice in June for tunnel maintenance | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
A portion of Likelike Highway is scheduled for overnight closures twice in June for routine maintenance in the Wilson Tunnel, according to state officials.
Only 4 Shramik trains took over 72 hrs to reach: Railways
Only 4 Shramik trains took over 72 hrs to reach: Railways. The clarifications came amid criticism over delays that the migrant trains were getting 'lost' before reaching their destinations. Till May 28, Yadav said, 3,840 Shramik Specials operated ferrying a total of 52 lakh passengers.
Famous tourist sites remain closed as lockdown rules are eased
Visitor to France will not yet be able to see the Mona Lisa, climb the Eiffel Tower or look around the Palace of Versailles.
Spring 2020 the sunniest since records began – Met Office
This month is also set to be the driest May for 124 years.
Record-breaking spring sunshine boosts British strawberry crop
Tesco berry buyer Laura Mitchell said the good weather has resulted in ‘exceptionally good quality and sweet strawberries’.
301 Chinese evacuated from Nigeria
Kayode Oyero At least 301 Chinese citizens have returned home from Nigeria, The PUNCH has learnt. The nationals were evacuated on Thursday night through the Murtala Muhammed International Air...
Damaging winds tipped to hit Ballarat and Hepburn Shire
Strong northerly winds are expected to hit Ballarat and the Hepburn Shire at the weekend. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning, with...
276 stranded sailors return home
NT NETWORK Vasco A special repatriation flight from Rome in Italy brought 276 stranded Indian seafarers to Goa in the wee hours of Friday. According to
Your Saturday weather: An upturn in temperature after a gloomy week
Fine and cool conditions can be expected for most of the country on after days of cold weather, according to the South African Weather Service.
UK weather: Sunniest spring since records began
England is set to have its driest May in 124 years as some areas warn of drought conditions.
The man leading the fight for Australia's second airline
Virgin Australia has been the highest-profile victim of COVID-19. And its collapse has thrown the formerly under-the-radar Vaughan Strawbridge into the spotlight.
PM backs NSW going it alone on travel bubble with New Zealand
States whose borders are open could strike a travel deal with New Zealand ahead of other states whose borders are closed, Scott Morrison says.
Snowballs set to fly as the trans-Tasman ski wars begin
Ski resorts across both sides of the ditch are scrambling to make social distancing work.
We'll All Be Renting a Local Airbnb This Summer
Yes, people are itching to travel, but their first holidays are likely to be close to home.
China plans to extend curbs on international flights until June 30 – US embassy
Chinese civil aviation authorities plan to extend until June 30 their curbs on international flights to contain the spread of the coronavirus, the U.S. embassy in Beijing said in a travel advisory on Friday.
The Weather Today - May 29th
The clouds today will be significant, in the afternoon and until midnight - cumulus and cumulonimbus. In many places there will be short-term, in some areas intense, rainfall with thunder.
Bangalore airport: Air Asia plane hit by baggage cart, ladder topples over due to bad weather
Heavy winds and rain led to minor accidents at the Bangalore airport with an Air Asia plane getting hit by a baggage card and a passenger ladder toppling over
Learner pens his thoughts on lockdown
According to the bright young learner, online classes were exciting at the beginning however, being in a classroom is much more stimulating.
'Dark days' for Venice gondola makers
Already under threat, Venice's traditional gondola shipyards now lie silent apart from the gentle sound of canal water lapping at their doorsteps.
'Dark days' for Venice gondola makers
Already under threat, Venice's traditional gondola shipyards now lie silent apart from the gentle sound of canal water lapping at their doorsteps.
Pinoy seafarer kills himself as cruise ship trapped at sea
A Filipino cruise ship crew member died last week of self-inflicted harm, the US Coast Guard said as it confirmed the latest in a series of apparent suicides among such workers trapped at sea because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Nothing called safe travel in Covid times
Experts: Flouting of social distancing, hygiene norms could contribute to community transmission
Lake will be drained if people continue to flout lockdown rules
Visitors have been travelling from as far away as Birmingham to enjoy a day at Clevedon's Marine Lake
What Bristol Airport has said about reopening as flights resume
The airport's main terminal has been closed since the beginning of April
Railways denies reports of trains 'losing' way; says only 4 shramik trains took over 72 hrs to reach destination
The Railways defended itself on Friday in the face of severe criticism over delays by Shramik Specials in reaching their destinations, saying they were not regular trains and they can be extended or short-terminated, and their stoppages and routes can be changed for the benefit of migrant workers.
Heat Wave Continues In UP; Etawah Hottest At 43.8 Degrees
The intense heat wave conditions continued at many places in Uttar Pradesh on Friday with Etawah being the hottest place in the state at 43.8 degrees Celsius, the meteorological department said.
Center Parcs issues reopening update and new social distancing guidance for guests
The holiday company has its HQ in Notts
Butlin's announce update following rumours of reopening soon
Holidaymakers flock to the seaside resort in Skegness every year
Mt Ruapehu Ski Areas To Open In July
Mt Ruapehu is planning to open both Whakapapa and Turoa ski areas on July 1.
Five fun things to do outdoors in Scotland during lockdown phase one
Scots are now free to travel to meet friends and family but have been advised to stay local.
McDonald's to re-open drive-thrus in Airdrie and Coatbridge
Fewer employees will be in kitchens and service areas to maintain social distancing rules
'McLovin it': McDonald's to reopen East Kilbride drive-thrus next week
The fast food favourite will announce which Golden Arches branch is reopening only on the morning that service is resuming in order to manage demand.
COVID-19 travel bans leave hundreds stranded at Brazil's largest airport
Stefany Carvallido, her 2-year-old daughter and about 200 other Colombians have been camping out inside Brazil's busiest international airport for ...
Sweden excluded as neighbours Denmark and Norway ease travel restrictions
Norway and Denmark will resume free travel between the two countries, three Norwegian media outlets reported on Friday, creating a travel bubble ...
Spain reports first suspected imported COVID-19 cases since March, in travellers from US
Two people who travelled from the United States to the Spanish region of Valencia have tested positive for coronavirus, potentially becoming ...
Thailand to further ease COVID-19 restrictions, shorten curfew hours
Thailand will next week shorten curfew hours and ease restrictions on more businesses, the government said on Friday, in response to its low ...
10 Luxury Hotels In Delhi Offer Paid Quarantine To Mild Symptomatic Patients; Details Inside
Delhi Health Department said patients with mild symptoms or pre-symptomatic cases are allowed to be 'home quarantined', and such people will be allowed to quarantine themselves at 10 designated hotels on a payment basis.
Greece to allow visitors from 29 countries next month, but not UK
Greece on Friday listed 29 countries from where it will accept visitors as of June 15 as the Greek government looks to mitigate some of the financial damage from the coronavirus pandemic.
The Executive Order: Government Control Of Private Corporations
If government orders throttle some digital platforms then people can go to other platforms anywhere else in the World. Digital platforms are not restricted by national boundaries within which government orders can be enforced.
Greece Will Welcome Tourists Back, But Not Americans
Visitors from nearly 30 countries can travel to Greece as early as June 15
8 charts and photos that show many Americans are over quarantines and lockdowns
Americans are eager to get out and shop, travel, and dine — sometimes at the risk of spreading infection.
9 creative ways that retailers, restaurants, and service workers are staying afloat during coronavirus shutdowns
The pandemic has been catastrophic for retailers, restaurants, and workers. Here are nine tactics many are using to stay afloat.
Greece to open to tourists from 29 countries from June 15
Europe News: ATHENS: Greece said on Friday it will open to visitors from 29 countries from June 15, days before its peak tourism season begins.
1574 passengers arrive at Jammu, Srinagar Airports
1574 passengers arrive at Jammu, Srinagar Airports Jammu Tawi, May 28: About 15 domestic flights with 1574 passengers on board today arrived at Jammu and Srinagar Airports on Day 4 of resumption of the air services in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. A total of 294 passengers aboard 6 regular commercial flights arrived at […]
SC orders free travel for stranded workers
SC orders free travel for stranded workers Orders states to provide food, water New Delhi: The Supreme Court Thursday directed that no fare for travel either by train or bus be charged from the migrant workers stranded across the country and they be provided food and water. The apex court, which passed interim directions, said […]
Autonomous robot chef moves into the kitchen, powered by AI
During the span of the hustle and bustle that many people encounter on a day-to-day basis in their lives, people tend to have activities outside of work that allow them to alleviate the stress from the monotony of life. From catching the new movie at the cinema, attending a sporting event of a favorite team, […]
Greece to allow visitors from 29 countries next month, but not UK
The popular tourist destination was quick to impose a lockdown.
Spring 2020 the sunniest since records began – Met Office
This month is also set to be the driest May for 124 years.
Pubs with beer gardens likely to be first to reopen when restrictions eased
Pubs, restaurants, theatres, clubs and cinemas have been closed for more than two months.
Reservoirs are full – but the long-range forecast is for dry weather
RESERVOIRS are 95% full and the Island is in a ‘comfortable’ position despite the long spell of dry weather, Jersey Water has said.
Record-breaking spring sunshine boosts British strawberry crop
Tesco berry buyer Laura Mitchell said the good weather has resulted in ‘exceptionally good quality and sweet strawberries’.
AI Weekly: Autonomous vehicle companies pivot to charitable deliveries during the pandemic
During the pandemic, autonomous vehicles companies like Beep, Gatik, and Optimus Ride are helping to deliver goods to those in need.
Strong storms moving through with potential for severe wind gusts, hail and flash flooding
The unstable atmosphere continues to produce downpours and thunderstorms across the WBTV viewing area through the afternoon and evening hours.
N.C. Transportation Museum opened to the public on Thursday
The N.C. Transportation Museum opened to the public on Thursday with a new outdoor-only self-guided tour, the Transportation Trail.
Only 4 Shramik trains have taken over 72 hours to reach destination:Railways
The clarifications came amid criticism over delays that the migrant trains were getting 'lost' before reaching their destinations.Till May 28, VK Yadav said, 3,840 Shramik Specials operated ferrying a total of 52 lakh passengers.
IRCTC train ticket booking: Reservation period extended, tatkal brought back
The tatkal ticket booking facility will also be applicable for 200 special mail express trains that will commence from June 1.Indian Railways partially resumed services with 30 special AC trains on May 12
In the name of Shramik Special, Railways running 'Corona Express' trains: Mamata
Mamata also said that social distancing norms were not being followed in the Shramik Special trains as they are running at full capacity.The Railways are bringing people from hotspot areas in huge numbers, she added
Covid-19: New York City 'on track' to begin reopening week of 8 June, says Cuomo
New York City has already met guidelines surrounding falling deaths and declining hospitalizations and is expected to meet criteria concerning hospital and testing capacity next week, Cuomo told reporters
Large cruise ships barred from Canadian waters until end of October: Garneau
OTTAWA - The cruise-ship season in Canada is all but sunk as Ottawa extends its ban on large ships in Canadian waters until the end of October in an attempt
Why this road along Vaseux Lake was a popular spot for early photographs
The Vaseux Lake bluffs provided lots of camera fodder for pioneer motorists.The large outcropping with a corner blasted out along the edge of Vaseux Lake mu
Universal Orlando plans to reopen resort hotels on June 2
ORLANDO, Fla. - Universal Orlando plans to reopen its hotels to guests on June 2, more than two months after they were closed to help prevent the spread of
Hello and welcome: robot waiters to the rescue amid virus
RENESSE, Netherlands - You can always count on a robot for perfect timing.When Shaosong Hu saw robotic waiters serving food in China last fall, he knew exac
Nearly 40% of flyers at Chennai Airport opt for physical forms instead of Aarogya Setu app
The form asks for the passenger’s health status, recent travel history, destination and residential details.
Mechanised boats to go for fishing on turn basis
THOOTHUKUDIAfter losing their livelihood for nearly 90 days – 25% of 2020 – the mechanised boat fishermen are gearing up to venture into the sea for fishing from June 1 onwards, but only on turn basis
Thunderstorms bring relief from searing heat
Relief likely for two more days before temperature rises on June 2
Private buses in Mangaluru to introduce Chalo Card
It gives passengers an option to pay travel fares through smart card
Migrant workers | Reports of ‘lost’ trains fake, says Railways
“Only four of 3840 trains since May 1 have taken over three days to reach their destinations”
No dog goes hungry, thanks to youth
Madanapalle group resolves to take care of stray dogs
Screening of passengers at railway stations made compulsory
Passengers have to reach railway stations at least 90 minutes in advance
Two men arrested after coffee machine stolen from café in Stockport
The stolen coffee machine will be returned to the owner
Army to run mobile coronavirus testing unit in Oldham town centre
The unit will be in place in the borough from Sunday, May 31 until Tuesday, June 2.
Blaze at waste management company causes clouds of smoke in Bolton
Crews tackled the fire for around an hour this morning
Police discover guests staying at five-star hotel during coronavirus lockdown
Officers made the discovery after they were called to Ramside Hall Treehouse in County Durham, to reports of a domestic incident - the hotel's owners have since been reported to the council
Brit jetting to Spain to have 'temperatures taken before flying and after landing'
According to Spanish Foreign Office sources the measures were among a package of “likely conditions” foreign holidaymakers including Brits would be expected to adhere to so they can visit on holiday from July 1
Pontins open: Holiday park confirms dates for summer 2020 holidays and new rules
The company's six holiday parks have been shut for several weeks but are now set to reopen until the end of August as coronavirus lockdown measures are relaxed
Greece bans Brits when it reopens to tourists due to poor coronavirus record
Greece has released its latest travel advice and told millions of Brits hoping for a summer holiday to Greece that they're not welcome when the country reopens to tourists next month
UK weather forecast: Highs of 28C this weekend as 'driest May ever' comes to an end
The Met Office's provisional figures suggest the UK has seen its sunniest ever spring, while the Environment Agency has said hose pipe bans are unlikely despite severe lack of rain
Spain lifeguards banned from giving kiss of life because of coronavirus risk
The Spanish life-savers hired to keep foreign tourists and other beachgoers safe on their summer holidays will instead be told to stick to chest compressions and a cardiac balloon pump
Australian domestic tourism and coronavirus pandemic: A unique travel opportunity is being ruined by border skirmishes
It’s often remarked that one of the principal differences between Americans and Australians is that the former prefer to see their country first and the latter elect to see their nation last.
Stranded in paradise: 550 sailboats are stranded in French Polynesia
Tahiti in remote French Polynesia was one of the last places in the region to offer refuge as borders slammed shut.
Dining in Europe after coronavirus: Restaurants get creative to lure tourists back
Restaurateurs want to adhere to social distancing rules while also trying to serve as many customers as health and safety measures will allow.
Warmer nights but rainy days to come in Queensland this winter
The weather bureau's winter outlook suggests the state will experience wetter than average conditions.
Major Brisbane bridge closed this weekend, free tolls on offer
One of Brisbane's busiest bridges will be partially closed this weekend for maintenance.
Storm warning: Parts of WA urged to prepare as another cold front closes in
Locations which may be affected from Friday morning include Albany, Bunbury, Busselton, Katanning, Mandurah, Manjimup, Margaret River, Mount Barker, Narrogin and Perth.
Super Saturday salute looms with WA hospitality players back in the game
WA's small bar and restaurant players can resume their bustling trade from June 6 along with clubs, pubs and hotels.
Coastguards issue stark warning that people could die on beaches this weekend
People heading to beaches this weekend are in real danger if they don’t take personal responsibility to stay safe with a lack of lifeguards at the moment, the coastguard has warned.
Which Suffolk pubs and hotels have mummified cats in their walls?
East Anglia has strong links with witchcraft, with broomsticks and even cats hidden in homes and historic buildings. Here, three pub and hotel workers reveal what lurks within their properties.
B.C. looks to staycations to save tourism
Destination BC has produced a draft plan for a June campaign launch if the provincial health officer approves of the next phase of the province’s restart
China plans to extend curbs on international flights till June 30: US embassy
China has drastically cut such flights since March to allay concerns over infections brought by arriving passengers. A so-called “Five One” policy allows mainland carriers to fly just one flight a week on one route to any country and foreign airlines to operate just one flight a week to China.
Greece will open its borders next month to holidaymakers from 29 countries
The Greek Tourism Industry has today listed 29 countries from which holidaymakers will be welcomed back to Greece next week as the country...
Is international travel allowed yet? See when Spain, Mexico, Italy, UK plan to reopen borders
Spain has announced that it will reopen its borders to foreign tourists in July and Mexico will start reopening in June. See when others will follow.
Los Angeles restaurants reopen as virus lockdown eases
Los Angeles restaurants and hair salons were granted permission to reopen immediately Friday, as restrictions were eased despite fears the city has become a coronavirus hotspot. Restaurants in Los Angeles county -- which has suffered more than half of California's virus deaths -- will be allowed
Skiers and boarders quick to react to news the snow season can now begin on June 22
News that skiers and boarders will be able to hit the slopes again from June 22 spread fast.
This Man At a Quarantine Centre in Bihar’s Buxar Eats 40 Chapatis, 10 Plates of Rice Daily
Due to his large diet, a shortage of food grains and other food supplies was reported following which administrative officials paid a visit to the centre.
Restaurants at 50% Capacity, Opening of Gyms: Goa CM Seeks Relaxations For Lockdown 5.0
Pramod Sawant also said that he feels that the ongoing nationwide lockdown will be extended by 15 more days.
Rodney Scott talks barbecue, new Alabama restaurants, overcoming COVID-19
Those who ordered Rodney Scott’s barbecue at the Market at Pepper Place Memorial Day weekend may not have realized it was the James Beard Award-winning chef and Barbecue Hall of Fame semifinalist himself loading their cars with ribs and pulled pork.
Which European countries have opened their borders?
Want to make plans for the summer? Different countries across Europe are lifting their restrictions at different times. Here's what we currently know, country-by-country.
Greece to allow visitors from 29 countries next month, but not UK
The popular tourist destination was quick to impose a lockdown.
Famous tourist sites remain closed as lockdown rules are eased
Visitor to France will not yet be able to see the Mona Lisa, climb the Eiffel Tower or look around the Palace of Versailles.
Spring 2020 the sunniest since records began – Met Office
This month is also set to be the driest May for 124 years.
Record-breaking spring sunshine boosts British strawberry crop
Tesco berry buyer Laura Mitchell said the good weather has resulted in ‘exceptionally good quality and sweet strawberries’.
Charting The Travel Industry’s Next Adventure
The pandemic decimated the travel industry in the first half of 2020, but industry experts are hopeful consumers will want to travel again soon. Here's why.
Will Hotels Win Back Customers By Cleaning Up Their Act (Literally)?
Hotels have seen their business slowed to a near stop and now they are working to stress cleanliness in a bid to get consumers checking in again.
Maryland mansion for sale comes with Christmas village complete with cobblestone streets in basement
The $4.5 million property boasts five bedrooms, a heated pool, a tennis court, a library... oh, and an entire Christmas village in the basement.
Swimming groups urge Northeast governors to allow reopening of pools: 'Swimming will save lives'
Northeast swimming organizations are calling on their governors to reopen facilities for swimmers amidst the coronavirus pandemic.
American Airlines flight attendant criticizes carrier for banning face shields during flights
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Costco to bring back free samples next month – but it's not going to be like it was
"It's not going to be where you go and just pick up an open sample with your fingers," said Costco's CFO.
Greece will reopen to tourists from 29 countries beginning June 15, will conduct random testing
Greece will begin lifting its coronavirus lockdown for business and travel ahead of the peak summer tourism season, officials announced Friday.
NYC tanning salon owner fined $1,000 for reopening: 'It's insane what's happening'
A New York tanning salon owner who was fined $1,000 for reopening in defiance of the state's coronavirus lockdown order said Friday that he is already "broke," as are other members of his community.
Global champagne sales fizzle amid coronavirus pandemic because people aren't celebrating
Now this is just cham-painful.
Zookeeper in critical condition after attacked by 2 lions at Australian zoo
The same zoo was also the site of an attack in 2014, when a handler who was feeding a crocodile during a live show was pulled underwater.
Cape Cod lifeguards fear 'catastrophe' from enforcing coronavirus social distancing while watching for sharks
The bustling beach town of Cape Cod is bracing for a heavily altered summer atmosphere as they prepare to reopen eateries in mid-June-- the first time since the coronavirus pandemic forced closures all over the country.
O’Leary calls for "insane and useless" two-week quarantine to be axed
Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary is urging the Government to remove the “insane and useless” qua...
ITC Hotels partners with Swiggy to offer dining options to customers
ITC Hotels had tapped into the food and beverage take-away model across the country recently. The chain said the association with Swiggy is aimed at reaching a much larger customer base.
BEST decides not to charge bus ticket fares from migrants
The apex court on Thursday directed that no fare for travel either by trains or buses be charged from the migrant workers stranded across the country, and they be provided food and water.
Man ‘stoned to death’ on grounds of historic UK castle
A man was “stoned to death” as he walked on the grounds of a historic castle in the UK this week, according to new reports. Local authorities were looking into reports of a “disturbance” on
Uber rolls out ride-by-hour option in some US cities
Uber on Friday said it would offer rides by the hour in some US cities, a feature aimed at helping Americans with essential trips during the coronavirus pandemic. The option, which is already
Coronavirus travel bans leave hundreds stranded at Brazil's largest airport
Stefany Carvallido, her 2-year-old daughter and about 200 other Colombians have been camping out inside Brazil's busiest international airport for days in a desperate attempt to get back to their home country.
Commuter line keeps physical distancing measure during COVID-19 ‘new normal’
PT Kereta Commuter Indonesia will not allow overloaded trains to depart from stations as it will continue to apply physical distancing measures during the so-called "new normal" period.
Go-go bars gone as coronavirus hits Bangkok's sex district
Thailand shut bars and clubs in mid-March as coronavirus cases surged. It halted international passenger flights, stopping the tourism that had made Bangkok the world's most visited city for four years. Patpong went dark.
George Eustice gives update on pubs - and beer gardens will be first
"In the case of pubs and restaurants it will begin with beer gardens and outdoor areas."
24 things about Liverpool that will seriously surprise you
Did you know there's a farm in the city centre?
Exact time Starlink satellites will fly over Merseyside this weekend
There's still a chance to catch the elusive satellites
Supreme Court orders states to foot the bill for guest workers' travel
Plus, their food and shelter while they wait for their train or bus are the states' responsibility
ALERT: Temps to crash by 15 degrees in June so enjoy it while you can!
Temperatures are set to plunge by 10 degrees Celsius as June will turn chilly compared to the Mediterranean-style conditions we're enjoying at the moment. Thursday was the hottest day of th...
Warmer nights but rainy days to come in Queensland this winter
The weather bureau's winter outlook suggests the state will experience wetter than average conditions.
Super Saturday salute looms with WA hospitality players back in the game
WA's small bar and restaurant players can resume their bustling trade from June 6 along with clubs, pubs and hotels.
Hello and welcome: robot waiters to the rescue amid virus
RENESSE, Netherlands — You can always count on a robot for perfect timing.
Large cruise ships barred from Canadian waters until end of October
OTTAWA — The cruise-ship season in Canada is all but sunk as Ottawa extends its ban on large ships in Canadian waters until the end of October in an attempt to contain COVID-19.
For the next three hours, I sat next to Ibrar's corpse
Ibrar Ahmed’s last words were, “I’m feeling too hot. I can’t bear it anymore.” He died inside a Lucknow-bound Shramik Special train, just ahead of Jhansi after travelling for more than 36 hours,...
Turkey to partially lift COVID-19 restrictions on June 1
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that a series of restrictions, which were previously imposed to curb the COVID-19 pandemic
New normal for TTEs on board spl trains: magnifying glass, masks, gloves instead of coat, tie
For the first time in its 167-year history, the railways' on board ticket checking staff will be without their customary black coats and ties and will instead wear gloves, masks, PPEs and check tickets with magnifying glasses
Union tourism minister meets online travel agents, discusses post-lockdown protocols
Union Tourism Minister Prahlad Patel met a delegation of leading online travel agents (OTAs) of the country to discuss calibrated opening of hotels and accommodation units.
Forecast: Pleasant conditions expected through the weekend
Breezy trade winds with mainly windward showers are expected through the weekend.
These are the new rules all KFC customers must now follow for their fried chicken fix
"See you on the other side of the perspex screen"
'You can only survive so long' - airline worker talks about weathering crisis in hard-hit industries
Airlines have been among the hardest hit economically by the coronavirus crisis and one local laid-off employee is talking about how difficult it is now to survive.
France's tourism industry asks itself: can we save summer?
PARIS/NICE, France (Reuters) - Serge Coeroli has given the shelves behind the bar of his Paris restaurant a new lick of paint, in anticipation of customers returning now that lockdown rules in France are easing.
Go-go bars gone as coronavirus hits Bangkok's sex district
BANGKOK (Reuters) - The black leather party masks that performers May and Som wear for their fetish shows in Bangkok are definitely not the sort to stop the coronavirus.
Germans cook more in coronavirus crisis, turn away from junk food
HAMBURG (Reuters) - Many Germans cooked more meals themselves during the coronavirus crisis and also used more fresh ingredients rather than processed foods, the food and agriculture ministry said on Friday.
Belgium to restart cross-border family visits from May 30
(Reuters) - Belgium will allow cross-border travel to visit family members in neighbouring countries from Saturday, in a slight easing of travel restrictions imposed to curb the coronavirus, the interior minister said on Friday.
Sweden excluded as neighbours Denmark and Norway ease travel restrictions
OSLO/COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - Norway and Denmark will allow tourists to travel between the two countries from mid-June, their governments announced on Friday, although border crossings with Sweden, where the number of COVID-19 infections is higher, will remain restricted.
Storm Unearths Wreck of Century-Old Boat in Utah’s Great Salt Lake
The vessel may belong to a fleet used to construct and maintain a railroad causeway that crosses the briny body of water
Inside the Incredible Effort to Recreate Historic Jewish Sites Destroyed Years Ago
The digital venture, called Diarna, takes you back to painstakingly revived synagogues and destinations once lost to history
Warmer temps on the way will promote crop emergence
Next week’s warm temperatures will promote more corn and soybean emergence.
Grand Canyon to fully open South Rim in June; North Rim to open
The Grand Canyon is expanding access to its more popular South Rim entrance and planning to let visitors in around the clock next month after it shuttered temporarily over coronavirus concerns.
1 more day of excessive Las Vegas heat before a cooler Saturday
Las Vegas’ forecast high for Friday is 106 as a three-day heat wave begins to subside in the valley.
Summerlin showcases The Cliffs
The Cliffs village in Summerlin is aptly named for its picturesque ridgeline that forms the village’s spectacular backdrop. One of the most popular spots for those seeking the home of their d...
Off-Strip restaurants fill fine dining niche
High-end dining remains off limits on the Strip, but fine-dining aficionados have off-Strip options.
Bulldozing starts to improve laneway to Lake Tuggeranong
The concrete jungle stuck in the 1980s will be replaced by open space and grassed areas as well as more outdoor dining.
No plans to open up Bali tourism in near future: governor
Bali province is still focusing on public health amid the COVID-19 pandemic and has no plans on restarting tourism activities in the near future, the governor says, as Indonesia appears set to head into a so-called “new normal” despite the lack...
Greece to open airports to arrivals from 29 countries from June 15
ATHENS: Greece said Friday it would reopen its airports in Athens and Thessaloniki to arrivals from 29 countries from June 15, the start of the tourist season. Visitors would be allowed to fly into Greece from 16 EU countries, including Germany, Austria, Denmark, Finland, the Czech Republic, Baltic countries, Cyprus and Malta, the tourism ministry said in a statement. But
No rodeo festival dashes Wyoming city's hopes amid COVID-19
The Just Dandy women's clothing store in downtown Cheyenne has endured fire, flooding, recessions and so far the coronavirus pandemic, but will this year's cancellation of the city's famous cowboy-and
Hello and welcome: robot waiters to the rescue amid virus
You can always count on a robot for perfect timing.
Greece: Tourists from 29 countries can fly in as of June 15
Greece on Friday listed 29 countries from where it will accept visitors as of June 15 as the Greek government looks to mitigate some of the financial damage from the coronavirus pandemic.
Hungary commemorates victims of 2019 Danube boat catastrophe
Commemorations began Friday in Hungary for the first anniversary of an accident on the Danube River in which over two dozen South Korean tourists died after their tour boat collided with a river cruis
Austrian to resume flights to 37 destinations
Regular scheduled flights will resume on June 15, with destinations including London…
ITC Hotels partners with Swiggy for home delivery
Home delivery service will be available for properties including ITC Maurya, ITC Royal Bengal, ITC Grand Chola, ITC Gardenia and ITC Windsor among others…
Philippines gears up to reopen tourism
Department of Tourism (DOT), Philippines is preparing for the re-opening once places are classified under the modified general community quarantine…
Who Dat Nation Facebook group provides meals for St. Francis workers
Members of the Who Dat Nation Facebook group provided meals for workers at St. Francis on Friday.
Burger King in Pride Park opens for drive-thru customers
A limited menu is on offer
When will Mumbai gets its rain? Maximum City to witness pre-monsoon from June 2-4, Maha to receive rain by June 8
The IMD on Thursday predicted that monsoon will likely hit Maharashtra by June 8 and pre-monsoon activities are expected to start by May 30.
Berlin to Reopen Pubs, Fitness Studios, Fair Grounds on Tuesday
BERLIN (Sputnik) - Berlin pubs, fitness studios and other sports clubs, as well as convention centers and fairgrounds, are next in line for reopening on 2 June, the...
Denmark and Norway Exclude Sweden From Travel Deal
The idea of travel bubbles, or travel corridors, is gaining traction with governments around the world as a way to restart international travel while limiting the risk...
Valuable Treasure: Cute Golden Retriever Puppy Snatches Roll of Toilet Paper
In the past months, toilet paper, or rather the lack thereof in shops, has made headlines across the globe, prompting a barrage of memes about it. Looks like our pets...
Australian Pubs to Offer Free Beer as Breweries Rolling Out Free Kegs
It's been two months since pubs, bars and restaurants were forced to shut their doors in Australia due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and a lockdown, which the...
World's largest all-electric plane completes its maiden flight
The modified Cessna flew for 30 minutes over Washington state in the US
Pubs with beer gardens will be first to reopen
Venues with outside spaces will likely be the first to reopen with strict social distancing measures, a minister has said.
When will beer gardens reopen?
A refreshing pint at your local might not be too far off.
UK has bumper strawberry crop thanks to weather but may not have enough pickers
Brits could be eating loads of strawberries this summer - but are there enough people to pick them?
Man 'stoned to death' at 15th century castle in Kent
Police were called to reports of rocks being thrown at the castle in Eynsford, Kent.