Travel, Entertainment
Alton Towers Closes World of David Walliams
Alton Towers, a popular theme park in England, has closed its World of David Walliams attraction.
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Travel, Nature
A New Walking Trail Through Snowdonia's Slate Country
A new walking trail has opened in Snowdonia National Park in Wales. The trail follows the history of the Welsh slate industry.
Travel, Business
Luxury Cruise Ship Stops in Cambodia Because of Fuel Costs
The Villa Vie Odyssey, a luxury cruise ship, has suspended its voyage in Cambodia.
Politics, Travel
Fire Damages Hitler's Former Mountain Retreat in Germany
A fire has badly damaged the Eagle's Nest, a historic mountaintop retreat once connected to Adolf Hitler.
Nature, Travel
Second Storm to Bring More Wind and Rain to UK
A second storm is set to hit the UK, bringing more strong wind and heavy rain. The storm has been named Storm Boelo.
Nature, Travel
Baby Capybaras Bring Record Crowds to Manx Zoo
Curraghs Wildlife Park on the Isle of Man has reported its busiest October weekend ever.
Entertainment, Travel
Florence Pugh Names Her Favorite Travel Destination
Actor Florence Pugh has shared some of her favorite travel destinations around the world. She spoke about the places she loves to visit most.
Nature, Travel
Hurricane Isaias Hits Florida
Hurricane Isaias has made landfall in Florida, bringing dangerous conditions to the area. Officials have described the storm as life-threatening.
Travel
Debris Found From Plane That Went Missing Off US Coast
Debris has been found from a plane that went missing off the coast of the United States, according to reports.
Travel, Politics
Preaching on Ghana's Buses May Be Changing
Ghana, a country in West Africa, is known for its strong Christian population. Religion plays a large role in daily life there.
Travel, Politics
Co-Pilot Named in Flydubai Attack Case
A co-pilot has reportedly been identified after being accused of attacking the captain of a Flydubai flight. According to news reports, the man's name is Hamam al-Hammami.
Travel
Flydubai Co-Pilot Attacked Captain With Axe, Says UAE Official
A flydubai plane suddenly dropped more than 17,000 feet during a flight, a UAE official has said.
Travel, Politics
Government Plans to End Extra Fees for Families Sitting Together on Flights
The UK government has announced plans to stop airlines charging extra fees for parents to sit next to their children on flights. Currently, some airlines charge extra money for families who want to sit together.
Politics, Travel
Netanyahu Says Flydubai Pilot Wanted to Crash Plane
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has spoken about a pilot who worked for the airline Flydubai.
Nature, Travel
Flood Watch Issued for Central Texas
Central Texas is under a Flood Watch as heavy rain continues to fall.
Travel
Plane to Israel Drops Suddenly, Passenger Describes 'Rollercoaster'
A plane heading to Israel suddenly dropped 17,000ft (5,200m) in less than two minutes, according to a passenger on board. The aircraft was later diverted, meaning it did not complete its original journey and landed somew
Nature, Travel
Hurricane Polo's Moisture Brings Flood Risk to Texas
Remnants of Hurricane Polo are moving moisture into Texas, raising fears of more flooding.
Business, Travel
UK Diesel Prices Reach Record High
The average price of diesel in the UK has reached an all-time high. According to the RAC, a UK motoring body, a litre now costs 198.32p at the pump.
Nature, Travel
Two Hurricanes Move Across the Pacific
Two hurricanes are affecting different parts of the Pacific this week. Hurricane Polo is approaching Mexico, while Hurricane Nolo is moving away from Hawaii.
Politics, Travel
Pope Leo Holds Open-Air Mass for 700,000 in Paris
Pope Leo held an open-air mass in Paris on Saturday, drawing huge crowds. It was the second day of his first official visit to France as pope.
