Entertainment, Travel
Six Flags Buys Popular Roller Coaster ArieForce One
Six Flags, one of the biggest theme park companies, has acquired the famous roller coaster ArieForce One.
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Nature, Travel
Hurricane Lowell Turns Toward Hawaii
Hurricane Lowell has made its final turn toward Hawaii, and the islands are now preparing for possible impacts.
Travel
Unruly Passenger Restrained With Duct Tape on Flight
A disruptive passenger was restrained with duct tape during a flight after causing serious problems on board.
Travel, Nature
Missing Australian woman found safe after Nepal floods
An Australian woman who went missing during severe flooding in Nepal has been found safe, according to reports.
Nature, Travel
Winter Storm Warning: Snow and Strong Winds Expected Through Saturday
A winter weather warning has been issued for parts of the country. It warns of up to 6 inches of snow and wind gusts reaching 70 mph. The warning stays in effect through Saturday evening.
Nature, Travel
Storm Brings Flash Flooding and Tornado Risk to Philadelphia Area
A powerful storm system is moving through the Philadelphia area, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and a risk of tornadoes. Weather officials are tracking the storm closely.
Entertainment, Travel
Thai Teen Guitarist Goes Viral, Boosting Hopes for Tourism
A teenage guitarist from Thailand, Nene Royal, has become an internet sensation after videos of her guitar solos went viral. Her skillful playing has attracted huge attention online from fans around the world.
Nature, Travel
Monsoon Storms Bring Dust and Strong Winds to Phoenix
The Phoenix area is expecting monsoon storms with strong winds and dust on August 19, 2026. Forecasters are warning of widespread strong to severe winds.
Business, Travel
Travelodge Boss Steps Down After Security Issues in Rooms
Jo Boydell has stepped down as the boss of Travelodge, a major UK hotel chain. Her departure follows criticism of the company's handling of safety and security issues in its rooms.
Nature, Travel
Dust and Storms Possible for Phoenix Area
Officials have warned that dust storms and isolated severe thunderstorms are possible in the Phoenix area.
Politics, Travel
Police Rescue Two Kidnapped Sisters in Georgia
Police in Atlanta, Georgia, have rescued two sisters who had been abducted. Their rescue was captured on a police bodycam.
Business, Travel
The Dos and Don'ts of Writing an Out-of-Office Reply
As summer reaches its busiest point for holidays, many workers are switching on their out-of-office email replies before they leave. The BBC has shared advice on how to write one well.
Entertainment, Travel
Disney Announces New Villains Land at Magic Kingdom
Disney has revealed new details about an upcoming area called Villains Land, which will open at Magic Kingdom in Florida. The area will be based on villains from classic Disney films.
Nature, Travel
Hawaii Prepares for Possible First Direct Hurricane Hit in 34 Years
Hawaii is bracing for what could be its first direct hurricane hit in 34 years. A storm named Lala is currently approaching the islands.
Nature, Travel
Tropical Storm Lala Nears Hawaii's Big Island
Tropical Storm Lala is getting stronger as it moves toward Hawaii, and its outer bands have already reached the eastern side of the Big Island. Outer bands are the rain and wind areas that spread out from the center of a
Business, Travel
Mixtli Chef to Open New Restaurant Near Pearl
A well-known San Antonio chef from the restaurant Mixtli is opening a new place near the Pearl neighborhood. Mixtli holds a Michelin star, one of the highest honors in the food world.
Nature, Travel
Great White Shark Sighting Closes Wells, Maine Beaches to Swimming
Beaches in Wells, Maine, have been closed to swimming after a great white shark was spotted nearby. The closure follows a series of alarming shark encounters over just two days.
Nature, Travel
Storm System Heads Toward Hawaii, Officials Warn of Floods
A developing weather system named PTC One-C is moving toward Hawaii, and forecasters warn it could bring life-threatening flooding this weekend.
Politics, Travel
NSW May Ban E-Bikes for Children Under 12; Airport Near-Miss Called ‘Unacceptable’
The premier of New South Wales, Chris Minns, is considering a ban on e-bikes for children under 12 years old. An e-bike is a bicycle with an electric motor that helps riders go faster with less effort.
Travel, Science
Chasing Solar Eclipses Around the World
A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon moves directly between the Earth and the sun, blocking sunlight and turning day into darkness for a few minutes.
