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From ‘White Lotus’ to white sands: Bangkok Airways expands for tourist influx
1 week, 2 days ago

From ‘White Lotus’ to white sands: Bangkok Airways expands for tourist influx

Hindustan Times  

Bangkok Airways Pcl is gearing up to order as many as 30 new aircraft as it renews its ageing fleet and plans for a tourism boost driven by the popularity of television series the White Lotus. Bangkok Airways’ big bet: 30 new jets and a tourism boom inspired by ‘White Lotus’! The mid-sized Thai carrier plans to tap planemakers Airbus …

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Rockliff puts Tasmanian salmon companies 'on notice', says mass fish mortalities 'completely unacceptable'
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Rockliff puts Tasmanian salmon companies 'on notice', says mass fish mortalities 'completely unacceptable'

ABC  

An anti-salmon farming group has seized on what it says is health advice from the Environment Protection Authority in relation to salmon chunks washing up on southern Tasmanian beaches that has not been publicly released. It comes as Premier Jeremy Rockliff tells state parliament the salmon companies are "on notice" and the mass fish deaths are "completely unacceptable". The fight …

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Egypt's 'Lost City of Gold' raised from the sands after 3,000 years
1 month ago

Egypt's 'Lost City of Gold' raised from the sands after 3,000 years

Daily Mail  

Archaeologists have unveiled the complete site of Egypt's 'Lost City of Gold' that was buried beneath the sand for 3,000 years. Archaeologists have finally completed a two-year-long dig at the site of Egypt 's 'Lost City of Gold,' which was buried beneath the sand for thousands of years Aten dates back to the reign of Amenhotep III — one of …

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Canada wants new oil pipelines to avoid Trump tariffs; nobody wants to build them
1 month ago

Canada wants new oil pipelines to avoid Trump tariffs; nobody wants to build them

The Hindu  

The Canadian government would have to play a significant role in any project to build new oil pipelines in Canada to overcome regulatory, financial and political hurdles and activist opposition, industry experts said. Canadian pipeline operator Enbridge would not consider a Canadian pipeline project absent a reversal in Ottawa's policy toward energy infrastructure, CEO Greg Ebel said on a recent …

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Xinjiang's sands reveal fascinating finds
1 month ago

Xinjiang's sands reveal fascinating finds

China Daily  

The Mo'er Temple site in ancient Shule, located in the desert outskirts of Kashgar in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. Archaeological surveys and excavations in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region over the past year have yielded a new understanding of the region's rich history as well as of the legacy of the ancient Silk Road. Last year, the region's institute …

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Results show 'salmon chunks' found on Tasmanian beach are fish oil, EPA says, as more debris washes up
1 month, 1 week ago

Results show 'salmon chunks' found on Tasmanian beach are fish oil, EPA says, as more debris washes up

ABC  

Preliminary test results show the greasy "chunks" found washed up on a southern Tasmanian beach on the weekend were made up of oil from dead salmon. The material, which was found on the Verona Sands foreshore south of Hobart sparked concern amongst residents and environmentalists this week, with the Bob Brown Foundation alleging the material was "large quantities of rotten …

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Thousands of salmon dying in Tasmania as industry grapples with disease, antibiotics and 'chunks' washing ashore
1 month, 1 week ago

Thousands of salmon dying in Tasmania as industry grapples with disease, antibiotics and 'chunks' washing ashore

ABC  

The salmon industry in south-east Tasmania is grappling with a widespread bacterial disease outbreak that is causing mass mortality events. Antibiotics used on salmon Near Tassal's Surveyors Bay salmon farm sits one of Huon Aquaculture's farms. The fight over Tasmanian salmon Photo shows A man with silver hair sits on a chair in a restaurant This chef vows he'll never …

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Tripadvisor ranks best beaches in the world - with pink sand stretch in Greece taking top spot
1 month, 1 week ago

Tripadvisor ranks best beaches in the world - with pink sand stretch in Greece taking top spot

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Pink sands makes Elafonissi Beach unique Aside from the pink sands, the beach is also blessed …

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These Are The Top 25 Beaches In The World, Picked By Travellers. Only 2 Are In Asia
1 month, 1 week ago

These Are The Top 25 Beaches In The World, Picked By Travellers. Only 2 Are In Asia

ABP News  

Best Beaches 2025: In a stunning showcase of global coastal beauty, travel portal Tripadvisor has unveiled its annual list of the top 25 "Best of the Best Beaches" in the world, with Elafonissi Beach on the Greek island of Crete claiming the top spot. Known for its distinctive pink sands and serene, crystal-clear waters, Elafonissi Beach emerged as a favourite …

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Bob Brown Foundation and Huon Aquaculture at odds over material washed up on Tasmanian beach
1 month, 1 week ago

Bob Brown Foundation and Huon Aquaculture at odds over material washed up on Tasmanian beach

ABC  

A salmon producer says it will "monitor conditions" at a southern Tasmanian beach after allegations pieces of salmon had washed ashore. On Monday, the Bob Brown Foundation said it "suspects the chunks to be remnants of dead fish that have been allowed to contaminate the waters and now the Verona Sands beach". Huon said a "crew of more than 20 …

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US midfielder James Sands suffers serious ankle injury, broken calf bone playing for St. Pauli
1 month, 1 week ago

US midfielder James Sands suffers serious ankle injury, broken calf bone playing for St. Pauli

Associated Press  

HAMBURG, Germany — United States defensive midfielder James Sands faces a lengthy layoff with a serious right ankle injury and broken calf bone sustained while playing for St. Pauli. “Sands suffered a complex ankle injury with a torn medial ligament as well as a broken fibula,” the club said Sunday on the social network Bluesky. “Our midfielder has already undergone …

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USMNT’s James Sands undergoes surgery on ‘complex ankle injury’, out indefinitely
1 month, 1 week ago

USMNT’s James Sands undergoes surgery on ‘complex ankle injury’, out indefinitely

New York Times  

USMNT midfielder James Sands is set to be out indefinitely after undergoing surgery on what has been called a “complex ankle injury”. James Sands has undergone surgery to repair a complex ankle injury involving a fractured fibula and torn medial collateral ligament. The midfielder underwent surgery at the… pic.twitter.com/B2XPeUB90P — New York City FC February 16, 2025 “James Sands has …

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US midfielder James Sands hopes St. Pauli move can help him earn a World Cup ticket
1 month, 1 week ago

US midfielder James Sands hopes St. Pauli move can help him earn a World Cup ticket

Associated Press  

BERLIN — United States defensive midfielder James Sands is hoping a mid-season switch to Bundesliga side St. Pauli can help him earn a ticket to the World Cup next year. The 24-year-old Sands, who joined St. Pauli on loan from New York City FC in January, has made six league appearances for his new team, and has played the full …

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Shifting sands: Assimilation to self adoration
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shifting sands: Assimilation to self adoration

New Indian Express  

The political situation underwent another churn when the Delhi election results were declared last week. The party’s strategy appears confusing, to say the least: is it to challenge the dominant BJP or to finish off the regional parties and clear the decks for the BJP? Praveen Rai and Sanjay Kumar, in an article in the Economic and Political Weekly, noticed …

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We have to burn rubbish to stop mountains of bin bags, furniture and scrap piling up in the street... fly-tippers use our roads as a DUMPING GROUND
1 month, 2 weeks ago

We have to burn rubbish to stop mountains of bin bags, furniture and scrap piling up in the street... fly-tippers use our roads as a DUMPING GROUND

Daily Mail  

Residents in one of the country's most deprived neighbourhoods have taken to burning their rubbish to stop mountains of bin bags piling up their streets. 'It's a little busted because it's been pushed up and down the road,' said resident Adam Residents burn non-toxic items like cardboard, magazines or old bits of furniture Last year three homes were destroyed and …

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The shifting sands of fandom: how toxicity has bled into sports following
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The shifting sands of fandom: how toxicity has bled into sports following

The Hindu  

Sport’s acoustic heart often resides within the claps that fans offer. Feeding the ego Fandom also feeds the athlete’s ego, enhances confidence and, as cricketing folklore goes, made W.G. And a caustic one-liner like ‘make Yo-Yo tests mandatory for selection’ is flung around in social media. This fandom will keep an eye on all social-media handles, and the wife of …

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In economy's shifting sands, a budget to boost demand
1 month, 3 weeks ago

In economy's shifting sands, a budget to boost demand

Live Mint  

The Union budget presented by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday can be framed against two major shifts in the Indian economy. The latest budget numbers show that income tax is expected to account for ₹22 out of every ₹100 of receipts that will flow into the government treasury. The second major shift: In February 2021, the finance minister had …

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QUENTIN LETTS: Starmer's lurching from boob to mishap - but the minute there's a crisis he locks himself in the loo. After claiming to be as pure as a teetotal missionary, the Man With All The Wrong A
2 months, 1 week ago

QUENTIN LETTS: Starmer's lurching from boob to mishap - but the minute there's a crisis he locks himself in the loo. After claiming to be as pure as a teetotal missionary, the Man With All The Wrong A

Daily Mail  

These are bumpy days for Lords of the Bedchamber. His lordship is Sir Keir’s oldest chum at the bar and, like Philippe Sands, gave thousands of pounds in political donations to achieve a Starmer government. In her first Budget, Sir Keir’s Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, succeeded only in tilting the economy back towards higher interest payments for working people’s mortgages. Meanwhile …

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USMNT midfielder James Sands wants to emulate Rodri, take Bundesliga by storm
2 months, 2 weeks ago

USMNT midfielder James Sands wants to emulate Rodri, take Bundesliga by storm

New York Times  

James Sands landed in Hamburg after Christmas with unfinished business and a burning new ambition. “In James, we’re getting an intelligent player who has a very good understanding of the game and finds constructive solutions under pressure thanks to his sound technique,” said the German. “Hopefully, on Saturday, I can make amends.” St. Pauli has “cult club” status in German …

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Maldives bliss: Indulge yourself with spa treatments, fine dining, world-class service and a stunning setting at these picture-perfect resorts
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Maldives bliss: Indulge yourself with spa treatments, fine dining, world-class service and a stunning setting at these picture-perfect resorts

Daily Mail  

With its tiny white sand islands scattered like confetti across turquoise waters, the Maldives archipelago is the stuff postcards are made of. If you're looking for castaway bliss, here you'll find luxury resorts dotted on the shores of peaceful lagoons, colourful coral reefs, powdered sands and gently swaying palms. Watersports include diving, fishing and snorkelling, with abundant sea life to …

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USMNT defender James Sands joins St Pauli on loan from New York City FC
2 months, 3 weeks ago

USMNT defender James Sands joins St Pauli on loan from New York City FC

New York Times  

German Bundesliga side St Pauli have signed defender James Sands on loan from New York City FC until the end of the 2024-25 season. Confirming the transfer, St Pauli sporting director Andreas Bornemann described Sands as “a very exciting mix of athleticism and footballing skills”. Since he has already played at a high level in Europe, we trust him to …

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For these French nationals, Kalpvas in Kumbh is a never-let-go practice
3 months ago

For these French nationals, Kalpvas in Kumbh is a never-let-go practice

Hindustan Times  

Among the thousands of pilgrims arriving at the banks of Sangam for Mahakumbh 2025, two French women, Marina Das and Maria Chanderth, stand out for their unwavering connection to the Kumbh. For these French nationals, Kalpvas in Kumbh is a never-let-go practice For these two women, the Kumbh is more than a religious gathering—it’s a practice that ties them to …

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Giant sloths and mastodons lived with humans for millennia in the Americas, new discoveries suggest
3 months, 1 week ago

Giant sloths and mastodons lived with humans for millennia in the Americas, new discoveries suggest

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Sloths weren’t always slow-moving, furry tree-dwellers. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print “There was this idea that humans arrived and killed everything off very quickly — what’s called ‘Pleistocene overkill,’” said Daniel Odess, an archaeologist at White Sands National Park in New Mexico. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook …

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Mastodons and 4-ton sloths lived with humans for millennia in the Americas, new discoveries suggest
3 months, 1 week ago

Mastodons and 4-ton sloths lived with humans for millennia in the Americas, new discoveries suggest

LA Times  

Artist’s depiction of a person carving an osteoderm from a giant sloth in Brazil about 25,000 to 27,000 years ago. “There was this idea that humans arrived and killed everything off very quickly — what’s called ‘Pleistocene overkill,’” said Daniel Odess, an archaeologist at White Sands National Park in New Mexico. But new discoveries suggest that “humans were existing alongside …

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