Want a free stay on a Caribbean island? Aruba is looking for a resident weather watcher

The Aruba Tourism Authority is offering what could be one of the most unique jobs in the world. Candidates aren’t expected to have much experience, they’ll have lots to keep them busy and they’ll get to spend 6 nights at a resort on the Caribbean island’s Eagle Beach. So what is the job? Aruba isContinue reading “Want a free stay on a Caribbean island? Aruba is looking for a resident weather watcher”

Where is the world’s top-rated tourist attraction and how much does entry cost?

There’s nothing worse than making the trek to see a popular tourist attraction only to think, “Is this it?” But just because something’s famous, doesn’t mean it’s impressive. To help you decipher which sites are worth a visit and which you should skip, luggage storage specialist Stasher has ranked 99 of the world’s top touristContinue reading “Where is the world’s top-rated tourist attraction and how much does entry cost?”

This UK city will soon charge tourist tax. Where else in Europe do you have to pay to visit?

Manchester will soon become the first UK city to charge a tourist tax. The northwestern English city will introduce the new fee from 1 April 2023. The nightly charge will apply to all visitors who stay in an apartment, hotel or guesthouse in the city centre. Revenue from the ‘City Visitor Charge’ will be investedContinue reading “This UK city will soon charge tourist tax. Where else in Europe do you have to pay to visit?”

Syria’s FM visits Egypt in step toward restoring ties

The visit of Syria’s Foreign Minister to Egypt is a positive step toward restoring ties between the two countries, which have been strained since the Syrian civil war began in 2011. The visit signals a willingness by both countries to engage in dialogue and work toward normalizing relations The Syrian Foreign Minister’s visit to EgyptContinue reading “Syria’s FM visits Egypt in step toward restoring ties”

Rey Mysterio Discusses Paying Tribute To Eddie Guerrero At WWE WrestleMania 39

On the first night of WWE WrestleMania 39, Rey Mysterio made his entrance on a low-rider with Snoop Doog while Eddie Guerrero’s entrance music briefly played before making his normal entrance where he beat Dominik Mysterio in a singles match While speaking at the post-show press conference, Rey commented on the tribute: You can onlyContinue reading “Rey Mysterio Discusses Paying Tribute To Eddie Guerrero At WWE WrestleMania 39”

Court rules Elon Musk broke federal labor law with 2018 tweet

Elon Musk broke US labor law in 2018 when he tweeted Tesla factory workers would forgo stock options if they chose to unionize, according to a federal appeals court. On Friday, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, in a decision spotted by Business Insider, upheld a National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruling that found MuskContinue reading “Court rules Elon Musk broke federal labor law with 2018 tweet”

US: Russia seeks arms-for-food deal with North Korea

WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House on Thursday said it has new evidence that Russia is looking again to North Korea for weapons to fuel the war in Ukraine, this time in a deal that would provide Pyongyang with needed food and other commodities in return. It’s the latest accusation that Russia, desperate for weaponryContinue reading “US: Russia seeks arms-for-food deal with North Korea”

Russia-Ukraine war: Will there be a spring counteroffensive?

Europe’s biggest armed conflict since World War II is poised to enter a new phase in the coming weeks. With no suggestion of a negotiated end to the 13 months of fighting between Russia and Ukraine, the Ukrainian defense minister said last week that a spring counteroffensive could begin as soon as April. Kyiv facesContinue reading “Russia-Ukraine war: Will there be a spring counteroffensive?”

Harris seeks billions for climate resilience across Africa

LUSAKA, Zambia (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris is pushing for $7 billion in private-sector investments to help Africa prepare for the effects of climate change. The announcement comes as she wraps up her weeklong trip to the continent on Saturday. Harris plans to visit a farm outside Lusaka, Zambia’s capital, where workers are usingContinue reading “Harris seeks billions for climate resilience across Africa”

Trump indictment ends decades of perceived invincibility

NEW YORK (AP) — When Donald Trump steps before a judge next week to be arraigned in a New York courtroom, it will not only mark the first time a former U.S. president has faced criminal charges. It will also represent a reckoning for a man long nicknamed “Teflon Don,” who until now has managedContinue reading “Trump indictment ends decades of perceived invincibility”