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- Ian is unleashing catastrophic floods and life-threatening storm surges that will continue as the storm advances inland
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- Storm tracker: See where Ian is headed next
- 'Life-changing': Hurricane Ian continues its damaging crawl through Florida
As Hurricane Ian continues to pummel Florida, trapping residents in their homes and leaving millions without power in what's already being called a "life-changing event," authorities are urging residents to take shelter hours after it made landfall.
- Floating cars: Residents describe Ian's destruction
in Naples, Florida, on Wednesday afternoon, Lauren Barlow watched as water crept in through her home's door and began rising across the first floor.
- Hurricane hunter: Flight to Ian 'worst I've ever been on'
An aerospace engineer who flew into Hurricane Ian in the early morning hours Wednesday said the flight was the worst of his career.
- Watch: Tampa Bay drained of water by Hurricane Ian
CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam shows how water has receded from Florida coastlines ahead of Hurricane Ian's record storm surge.
- Travel: Airports close and airlines cancel flights
Airlines, airports and the federal government are bracing for aviation infrastructure to take a major blow from Hurricane Ian. Cancellations and closures are already piling up across the Florida peninsula.
- Unprecedented: Ian's storm surge is setting records
Hurricane Ian is bearing down on the Gulf Coast of Florida as one of the strongest storms on record for the area. Its storm surge could be unlike anything seen there as the eye comes ashore, and forecasters are warning that Ian's intense rainfall -- which is expected to continue across the peninsula through Thursday, could lead to life-threatening floods.
- Trump avoids Friday deposition in lawsuit by being in Mar-a-Lago during hurricane
• Trump lashed out at George Stephanopoulos in profanity-laced tirade after 2016 interview, new book says
- 'The worst is yet to come': Russians rush to the borders amid draft fears
• First on CNN: European security officials observed Russian Navy ships in vicinity of Nord Stream pipeline leaks
• Live updates: US officials say Russia is the leading suspect in Nord Stream leaks investigation
• Opinion: The most likely nuclear scenario
- Coolio, 'Gangsta's Paradise' rapper, dead at 59
Coolio, the '90s rapper who lit up the music charts with hits like "Gangsta's Paradise" and "Fantastic Voyage," has died, his friend and manager Jarez Posey, told CNN. He was 59.
- 'it's incredible to see': Timelapse video shows Hurricane Ian flooding city's streets
New timelapse video from a web camera in Fort Myers, Florida, shows the storm surge from Hurricane Ian flooding the city's streets.
- Kamala Harris to visit DMZ amid tension over North Korean missile launch
US Vice President Kamala Harris will visit the Demilitarized Zone that divides North and South Korea on Thursday -- one day after Pyongyang fired two ballistic missiles into the waters off its east coast.
- IG identifies 'concerns' with Defense Department phone messaging apps in probe of missing Jan. 6 texts
The Defense Department's inspector general said in a letter to Congress this week that his office has identified "concerns" with the department's use of phone messaging apps that were related to calls for an investigation into the department's failure to preserve texts from January 6, 2021.
- 'Do you think he's well?': Hear ex-CIA director's answer about Putin
Former CIA director John Brennan talks with CNN's Brianna Keilar about the Ukraine-Russia conflict, the recent draft order from Russian President Vladimir Putin and the recent unexplained leaks from the Nord Stream gas pipelines.
- Authorities search for shooter after 6 shot near a school campus in Oakland, California
Six people were injured in a Wednesday shooting at an East Oakland, California, school campus, authorities told CNN.
- Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hits 61st home run to tie Roger Maris' 61-year-old record
New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hit his 61st home run Wednesday, tying Roger Maris' single-season American League home run record Sunday, set in 1961.
- SE Cupp: Why Republicans don't have the courage to stand up to Trump
According to recent reporting, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump might not have the cozy relationship their public appearances indicate. In this week's episode of "Unfiltered," SE Cupp looks at why Republicans only have the courage to criticize Trump privately.
- Bodies and plane that disappeared decades ago recovered as Swiss glaciers melt
Swiss glaciers have recorded their worst melt rate since records began more than a century ago, losing 6% of their remaining volume this year or nearly double the previous record of 2003, monitoring body GLAMOS said on Wednesday.
- Opinion: My 5-year-old daughter just confirmed our decision to leave China
When word began circulating on social media and in group chats in mid-September that one of China's top health officials was warning citizens to avoid physical contact with foreigners as a precaution against monkeypox, the news hit me with an unshakable anxiousness.
- Billionaire MacKenzie Scott files for divorce from her second husband
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has reportedly filed for divorce from her second husband after less than two years of marriage.
- Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman make iconic Marvel announcement
Ryan Reynolds made a big announcement about the highly anticipated Deadpool 3, entering the Marvel Cinematic Universe with one of the most well-known superheroes of all time.
- This ship tried to warn the Titanic about the iceberg. Now scientists have found its wreckage
The wreck of a ship that tried to warn the RMS Titanic of the iceberg that sank it on its maiden voyage has been found at the bottom of the Irish Sea.
- Rapping granny's ad for public office has the internet in stitches
Linda Paulson, a rapping grandma, runs for office starring in rap video that leaves viewers in stitches. CNN's Jeanne Moos reports.
- US ski mountaineer's body found after she died during Nepal expedition
The body of Hilaree Nelson was found Wednesday and taken to a forensic laboratory in Kathmandu for an autopsy after the renowned US ski mountaineer died during an expedition in Nepal, according to Sachindra Kumar Yadav, an official with the tourism department.
- Half human-looking robot breaks speed record
Cassie, a robot built by Agility Robotics, set the Guinness World Record for the fastest 100-meter run by a bipedal robot.
- Chloë Grace Moretz says viral meme made her 'super self-conscious' about her body
Chloë Grace Moretz is opening up about how fame and social media caused her to "basically" become a "recluse."
- Lizzo plays James Madison's 200-year-old crystal flute at concert
Ever the pioneeer, Lizzo crossed off another first during the Washington, DC stop of her tour -- playing an approximately 200-year-old crystal flute that belonged to a former US president.
- Katie Couric shares cancer diagnosis
Veteran journalist Katie Couric reported some personal news on Wednesday.
- Hailey Bieber responds to fans labeling her a 'homewrecker'
Hailey Bieber is addressing a suggestions that has long had some of her husband's fans upset.
- 'Chicago Med' star diagnosed with cancer
"Chicago Med" star Marlyne Barrett is opening up about her battle with uterine and ovarian cancer.
- Levitating 'Stranger Things' character shocks TikTok viewers in viral video
An Illinois family is shocking viewers across the country after posting a now viral TikTok video of their epic Halloween decorations inspired by the Netflix show "Stranger Things".
- The Grammys are considering adding an Afrobeats category
Afrobeats -- the pulsating, fusion sound coming out of West Africa and the diaspora -- has been on the rise globally for the better part of a decade. In recent years, the genre has gained a foothold in Western pop culture, and the Grammys are taking notice.
- Podcast: Anderson Cooper reflects on losing his brother, Carter
- Alzheimer's drug slows progression of cognitive decline in clinical trial, drugmakers say
A monoclonal antibody treatment for Alzheimer's disease called lecanemab slows the progression of cognitive decline by 27% compared with a placebo, drugmakers Biogen and Eisai said Tuesday.
- NYC mayor: I reversed my diabetes. Now I want to help America get healthy
America's food system is feeding a public health crisis. From obesity to type 2 diabetes, that crisis is escalating quickly -- and we must act now. Major advances have been made in addressing hunger and malnutrition, but it's long past time for us to shift our focus from calories to nutrition, to help Americans get -- and stay -- healthy.
- FDA proposes updates to 'healthy' claim on food packages
The US Food and Drug Administration is proposing changes to the nutrition standards that foods must meet before they can carry the "healthy" label on their packages.
- Highlights of a caffeine-fueled, 9,300-mile journey through Indonesia
Even after traveling extensively through Indonesia for more than two decades, I sometimes struggle to grasp the true scale and diversity of the biggest island nation on the planet.
- Virgin Atlantic launches new gender-neutral uniform policy
Virgin Atlantic has said it is scrapping gendered uniform options in an effort to champion the individuality of its employees.
- Dogs can smell when humans are stressed, study suggests
There's now scientific evidence shedding more light on one of Barkley's impressive skills in a long list of endearing traits: the ability to smell when you're stressed.
- See what Anderson Cooper found in his mom's things after her death
Anderson Cooper discusses how grieving his mother spurred the idea for the new CNN podcast "All There Is with Anderson Cooper."
- Is Beyond Meat beyond saving?
Having an executive allegedly bite someone's nose might be the least of Beyond Meat's problems. Investors have taken a big chomp out of Beyond Meat's stock price as fears grow that the popularity of plant-based food may have reached a peak.
- The Purple M&M is here, but not the way you might think
Earlier this year, Mars shocked the internet when it unveiled new looks for its M&M'S characters. Gone were Green's iconic go-go boots, replaced by sneakers. Online, mayhem ensued.
- P.F. Chang's is launching a subscription program
First it was streaming services, then it was tacos and now the newest subscription you might be paying for: Chinese food.
- McDonald's is selling Happy Meals to adults — with a twist
The Hamburglar is back at McDonald's. But this time, it's just for adults.
- We tested 14 top-rated rain jackets: Only 1 stood out
- 25 pet Halloween costumes we can't stop staring at
- Don't miss this deal on a Dyson from Walmart
- 20 kids travel backpacks for toddlers and tweens on the go
- 17 viral products that live up to the hype, according to our editors
- Our pick for best cooling fan is just $35 at Target right now
- A solar generator gives you dependable electricity where you need it. These are the best we tested
- A portable playpen can make all the difference when traveling with a little one — here are 11 of our favorites
- The $339 Kindle Scribe is the first Kindle for writing — and it's up for preorder now
- Amazon's new Fire TV Omni QLED is up for preorder now, and it looks like a big improvement
- The new $49 Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) is here — and it can double as a Wi-Fi extender
- Ring's Spotlight Cam line gets a new design and improved motion detection
- TX GOPer is perfect metaphor for party's stand on abortion
With the midterms looming and American women especially enraged about the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, Republicans are running from abortion -- sometimes literally.
- What my January 6 assailant deserves
Update: On Tuesday, September 27th, Judge Amy Berman Jackson sentenced Kyle Young to 86 months in prison.
- 'Shadow docket' further erodes SCOTUS' legitimacy
By a 5-4 vote, the Supreme Court cleared the way last week for Alabama to execute Alan Miller, who killed three men in a 1999 workplace rampage. The court ruling came around 9 p.m. Thursday, about three hours before Miller's death warrant was set to expire. In a turn of events, the state wasn't able to execute Miller before midnight because prison officials couldn't access his vein to administer the lethal injection.
- Dead for showing a few locks of hair
Mahsa Amini is dead because she let the world see a few locks of her hair. She was 22-years-old, beautiful, and full of hope and promise. She died in the custody of Iran's morality police. She was neither the first, nor will she be the last.
- Liz Cheney was right about Trump
Liz Cheney did not hold back when slamming both former President Donald Trump and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy in an interview this weekend at the Texas Tribune Festival. Cheney, who vowed to campaign against election-denying candidates in the November election, declared that if Trump becomes the 2024 GOP presidential nominee, then "I won't be a Republican."
- 33 chicken breast recipes to make for dinner tonight
- Snickerdoodle Oreos are about to be your new holiday favorite
- Our 50 best ground turkey recipes
- 55 frightfully fun Halloween dessert ideas
- New purple tomato gets green light from USDA
- Poland tightened abortion laws. It didn't count on where help would come from next
It's early evening in an affluent neighborhood in the Dutch city of Haarlem and bed and breakfast owners Arnoud and Marika are waiting for their next guest to arrive. They've prepared their single room for her, a brightly colored space with massive windows overlooking a leafy drive.
- US F-15 jet downs Iranian drone that appeared to threaten US forces in Iraq
The US scrambled an F-15 jet to shoot down an Iranian drone that appeared to be heading towards US forces in Erbil, Iraq, on Wednesday, a US official told CNN.
Health
- Alzheimer's drug slows progression of cognitive decline in clinical trial, drugmakers say
A monoclonal antibody treatment for Alzheimer's disease called lecanemab slows the progression of cognitive decline by 27% compared with a placebo, drugmakers Biogen and Eisai said Tuesday.
- Study links Covid-19 vaccination to small, temporary change in menstrual cycle
People who got the Covid-19 vaccine reported slightly longer menstrual cycles, but the change was temporary, according to a new study published Tuesday in the journal BMJ Medicine.
- US sees increase in respiratory infections that can lead to paralysis in children, CDC data shows
Doctors should prepare for a possible increase in young patients with enterovirus D68, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Tuesday, and that may be linked to more cases of the rare, paralyzing condition acute flaccid myelitis.
- Rising Covid-19 cases in the UK may be a warning for the US
There are signs that the United Kingdom could be heading into a fall Covid-19 wave, and experts say the United States may not be far behind.
- What is rainbow fentanyl? Colorful pills drive new warnings about deadliest drug in the US
A new wave of concern has spread across the United States over multi-colored "rainbow fentanyl" pills, powders and blocks -- that look similar to candy or sidewalk chalk -- being sold and used in several states, and potentially posing a threat to young people.
- Our personalities may have changed thanks to the pandemic, study shows
Covid-19 changed a lot -- how we socialized, where we went, and even what work looked like. A new study shows the pandemic may have changed our personalities as well.
- Combining weight training with another activity could lower your risk of early death
Aerobic activities and weight training have health benefits on their own, but combining them could have even greater effect when it comes to disease prevention and early death risk.
- What you should know about sleep loss and inflammation
Chronic sleep deprivation in a small group of healthy adults increased production of immune cells linked to inflammation while also altering the immune cells' DNA, a new study found.
- Spiral galaxy captured in 'unprecedented detail' by Webb telescope
A dazzling spiral galaxy located 29 million light-years from Earth appears in "unprecedented detail" in a new image released by NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.
- Your guide to finding the right Theragun massage gun for you
- 8 activewear brands you should add to your workout wardrobe
The increasing popularity of stylish, trendy athletic wear has made über-comfortable clothing something that's not just for the gym. It's infiltrated all corners of culture, from high fashion runways to the offices of Silicon Valley executives — and really, it's appropriate for any occasion when you just want to be comfortable.
- The best coupons at CVS Pharmacy
- FDA proposes updates to 'healthy' claim on food packages
The US Food and Drug Administration is proposing changes to the nutrition standards that foods must meet before they can carry the "healthy" label on their packages.
- Alzheimer's drug slows progression of cognitive decline in clinical trial, drugmakers say
A monoclonal antibody treatment for Alzheimer's disease called lecanemab slows the progression of cognitive decline by 27% compared with a placebo, drugmakers Biogen and Eisai said Tuesday.
- People experienced some key personality changes during the pandemic, study finds
Many people have felt on edge since the US shut down in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Not only is it normal, but it may be a nationwide change in personality, experts say. How long it lasts and what the impacts are still remain uncertain, they added.
- Cancer is the No. 2 cause of death in US. What you should know about screenings
Many people postponed routine medical care because of disruptions related to the Covid-19 pandemic. That includes a decline in cancer screenings. Why is cancer screening so important and what are guidelines for who should be screened for what cancer? CNN Medical Analyst Dr. Leana Wen shares expert advice.
- FDA authorization for updated Covid-19 boosters could be expanded to younger ages as soon as early October
US Food and Drug Administration authorization for updated Covid-19 boosters could be expanded to younger age groups as soon as early October, a source close to planning discussions tells CNN.
- US sees increase in respiratory infections that can lead to paralysis in children, CDC data shows
Doctors should prepare for a possible increase in young patients with enterovirus D68, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Tuesday, and that may be linked to more cases of the rare, paralyzing condition acute flaccid myelitis.
- Combining weight training with another activity could lower your risk of early death, study finds
Doing a certain amount of aerobic activities and weight training per week could lower your risk of dying early, new research has found.
- Study links Covid-19 vaccination to small, temporary change in menstrual cycle
People who got the Covid-19 vaccine reported slightly longer menstrual cycles, but the change was temporary, according to a new study published Tuesday in the journal BMJ Medicine.
- This body-size inclusion trailblazer of the cycling world started biking after heartbreak
Nine years ago, cycling activist Marley Blonsky was heartbroken and reeling from a divorce, until she found herself on a bike.
- Reducing food waste is good for the planet and your wallet. Here's how to do it more effectively
Experts say that if we want to collectively help combat the climate crises, we should curb impulse food purchases, understand what 'best by' dates really mean and embrace meal planning and leftovers.
- Eating seasonally and locally has many benefits. Is fighting the climate crisis one of them?
Personal food choices to eat in season and local have benefits to those who grow our food, but the impact those choices have on climate, is not as great as reducing food waste and meat and dairy consumption.
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Studies show that gardening can help you lead a longer, healthier life. Learn how to get your first garden started using these tips from CNN meteorologist Derek Van Dam.
- Rising Covid-19 cases in the UK may be a warning for the US
There are signs that the United Kingdom could be heading into a fall Covid-19 wave, and experts say the United States may not be far behind.
- What you should know about sleep loss and inflammation, according to new study
Not getting enough sleep changes immune cell DNA, setting us up for inflammation and raising the risk for chronic disease, a new study found.
- Don't shower during a thunderstorm. Here's why
You're at risk from lightning during a thunderstorm even when you're inside your home, including while showering or washing your hands. Read on to protect yourself and your family.
- Frozen embryos tied to higher risk of high blood pressure-related pregnancy complications, study suggests
Pregnancies from in vitro fertilization using frozen embryos appear to be linked to an increased risk of complications related to high blood pressure, or hypertensive disorders, compared with when fresh embryos are used or when a pregnancy is conceived naturally.
- What is the healthiest bread?
Does bread feel like an unhealthy nutritional splurge? Rest assured, it can be part of balanced eating, dietitians said. They explain how to optimize your bread-eating habits for your health goals.
Entertainment
- Coolio, 'Gangsta's Paradise' rapper, dead at 59
Coolio, the '90s rapper who lit up the music charts with hits like "Gangsta's Paradise" and "Fantastic Voyage," has died, his friend and manager Jarez Posey, told CNN. He was 59.
- Ana de Armas' fearless performance deserves a better movie than 'Blonde'
The gap between a star performance and the movie containing it has seldom been wider than in "Blonde," which features Ana de Armas stunningly capturing the look and essence of Marilyn Monroe in the service of a film that's pretentious, heavy handed and lengthy to the point of exhaustion. Netflix will surely get its money's worth attention-wise thanks in part to its restrictive NC-17 rating, but the film's merits burn out long before its credits ever roll.
- Steve-O from 'Jackass' talks about his craziest stunt yet: Self-help author
It's not that Steve-O wants to die. He just doesn't want to grow old either.
- Katie Couric reveals she was diagnosed with breast cancer
Veteran journalist Katie Couric reported some personal news on Wednesday.
- Chloë Grace Moretz says viral meme made her 'super self-conscious' about her body
Chloë Grace Moretz is opening up about how fame and social media caused her to "basically" become a "recluse."
- Danielle Pinnock went from spoofing Hollywood to starring in one of its hottest comedies
Danielle Pinnock can thank her mother's wig for helping her get the role of a lifetime.
- Lizzo played James Madison's 200-year-old crystal flute at her Washington, DC concert
Ever the pioneeer, Lizzo crossed off another first during the Washington, DC stop of her tour -- playing an approximately 200-year-old crystal flute that belonged to a former US president.
- The Grammys are considering adding an Afrobeats category
Afrobeats -- the pulsating, fusion sound coming out of West Africa and the diaspora -- has been on the rise globally for the better part of a decade. In recent years, the genre has gained a foothold in Western pop culture, and the Grammys are taking notice.
- How Netflix turned Jeffrey Dahmer into its 'star' of the month
Netflix will showcase plenty of big-name stars in the weeks ahead as the streaming service begins its buildup toward awards season. But its current leading man, its MVP for the month, is Jeffrey Dahmer, the notorious serial killer who died in 1994.
- LAPD identifies suspect in fatal shooting of rapper PnB Rock and arrests 2 others
The Los Angeles Police Department identified a suspect and arrested two other people in connection with the fatal shooting of rapper PnB Rock earlier this month.
- 'Chicago Med' star Marlyne Barrett diagnosed with cancer
"Chicago Med" star Marlyne Barrett is opening up about her battle with uterine and ovarian cancer.
- Tom Hanks set to release debut novel next year
Tom Hanks is releasing a novel.
- Hailey Bieber puts to rest suggestions she 'stole' Justin Bieber from Selena Gomez
Hailey Bieber is addressing a suggestions that has long had some of her husband's fans upset.
- Hugh Jackman to reprise Wolverine role in next 'Deadpool' film
Ryan Reynolds just broke some Hugh-ge news in the movie world.
- 'Eat the Rich: The GameStop Saga' presents the David-vs.-Goliath battle that roiled Wall Street
The best part of "Eat the Rich: The GameStop Saga" is that it manages to tell a complicated financial story with a fair amount of humor and context, in a way that doesn't demonize the various parties, which doesn't spare them from various levels of mockery. The result is a Netflix docuseries that, despite a few excesses, exposes the more ridiculous aspects of stock trading and where all that paper can come to resemble a house of cards.
- The Try Guys announce Ned Fulmer is no longer part of the group
The Try Guys are going to try being a trio.
- 'Hostages' covers the Iran Hostage Crisis from all angles, including then to now
"Hostages" tells several major stories in one, from the history of US intervention in the Middle East to the Iranian hostage crisis' impact on presidential politics to that period's influence on media, launching "Nightline" as a byproduct. The result is a highly resonant trip down bad-memory lane, highlighting how those ripples remain evident 40-plus years later.
- Marvel's Kevin Feige says it was 'much too soon' to recast Chadwick Boseman's T'Challa in 'Black Panther' sequel
There's a reason why Chadwick Boseman's character in the "Black Panther" sequel was not recast following his death in 2020.
- Maroon 5 announces Las Vegas residency
Adam Levine is back in the news, but this time for professional reasons.
- KiKi Layne says she and 'Don't Worry Darling' co-star were cut from 'most of the movie'
KiKi Layne may not appear much in "Don't Worry Darling," but the actress says the experience wasn't a total bust.
- Pedro Pascal shows his survival skills in intense new trailer for 'The Last Of Us'
Pedro Pascal looks like he's having a rough time in the first trailer for "The Last Of Us," a new series based on the video game of the same name.
- Hayden Panettiere appears on 'Red Table Talk' and opens up about 'heartbreaking' decision to relinquish custody of her daughter
Hayden Panettiere is sharing more about the custody arrangement of her only child.
- What Christina Ricci really thinks about her 'Yellowjackets' character Misty
Christina Ricci will be the first to tell you she doesn't like her terrifying "Yellowjackets" character Misty Quigley.
- Megan Thee Stallion creates website for fans that lists mental health resources
Megan Thee Stallion cares about your mental health.
- 'Confess, Fletch' lets Jon Hamm show off his lighter side without Chase-ing the past
Jon Hamm hasn't found many roles to rival his breakthrough "Mad Men" part, and "Confess, Fletch" certainly doesn't either. Yet this refreshed version of the smart-alecky character Chevy Chase played in the 1980s has a certain breezy charm, not worthy of rushing to a theater but hardly a waste of one's digital-viewing time.
- 'The Woman King' builds an action spectacle around its true story of female warriors
Although "inspired by true events," "The Woman King" clearly isn't tethered to them, using the underlying story of 19th-century female warriors in an African kingdom as the jumping-off point for a rousing action vehicle, augmented by plenty of melodrama. That combination yields a strong showcase for the stars, featuring a cast and backdrop that serves to refresh its old-school formula.
- 'Andor' revives Diego Luna's character in 'Rogue One' prequel
A prequel to a prequel, "Andor" brings a gritty tone and look to the "Star Wars" universe, as much the washed-out landscape of "Blade Runner" as George Lucas' far-away galaxy. Yet whatever promise that entails is mostly lost in flabby storytelling, essentially stretching what would have been a 10-minute movie prologue over the first three episodes.
- 'The Crown' gets a new queen
While production of Season 6 of "The Crown" was briefly paused after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Season 5 is still on track to start November 9.
- Hillary and Chelsea Clinton know what it takes to be 'Gutsy'
At a time when there is much discussion around politics and women's rights, one of the most famous figures in both of those arenas is celebrating the courage of women.
- How 'The Woman King' created a warm and epic Dahomey Kingdom for the big screen
As soon as "The Woman King" begins, audiences will know the film is unlike any they've seen before.
Travel
- 15,000 kilometers by boat, train, car and on foot: Highlights of a caffeine-fueled journey through Indonesia
Even after traveling extensively through Indonesia for more than two decades, I sometimes struggle to grasp the true scale and diversity of the biggest island nation on the planet.
- The man who knows every sand dune in the desert
Salem Almazrouei grew up in the Empty Quarter maze of sand dunes on Abu Dhabi's border with Saudi Arabia. Now he's sharing his desert knowledge with visitors to a luxury glamping site like no other.
- Singapore's Changi Airport is going to get a lot bigger as plans for T5 take shape
Singapore's Changi Airport has long been considered a destination in itself, so much more than just a generic space one passes through to hop on a plane and fly somewhere else.
- Where things stand with major Florida theme parks as Hurricane Ian approaches
As Hurricane Ian made landfall in western Cuba early Tuesday morning, Floridians were keeping an anxious eye on the rapidly intensifying storm. That included the operators of Florida's popular theme parks.
- The gigantic moon hotel that could be built in Dubai
Moon World Resorts wants to build a series of gigantic dome-like hotels resembling the moon, here on planet Earth.
- It's one of Europe's most popular destinations. Here's how to avoid the crowds
Dubrovnik is a victim of its own popularity, pulling in millions of visitors a year. For those who like their history, art and architecture with far fewer people, these seven alternative Croatian coastal towns deliver a similar vibe with far fewer people:
- What it's like to visit Saudi Arabia now
It's long been closed off to visitors, but now this desert kingdom is opening up both to visitors and to its own people, revealing a fascinating destination where both history and modern transformation can be breathtaking.
- The world's best airline for 2022 named
From Covid to chaos, it's been another bumpy year for the aviation industry. In much of the northern hemisphere, the busy summer season was beset by delays and cancellations, while in the United States a new study this week found that airplane passenger satisfaction is declining across the board.
- How Holiday Inn revolutionized 20th century travel
Kemmons Wilson was ferrying his family from New York to Washington by car when the idea first came to him.
- Fall equinox 2022: Not as 'equal' as you may think
Twice a year, the sun doesn't play favorites. Everyone on Earth is seemingly on equal status -- at least when it comes to the amount of light and dark they get.
- Study reveals the North American airports that travelers find the most -- and least -- satisfying
Air travel volume is up and passenger satisfaction is down. This comes as no surprise to anyone who passed through an airport over the summer.
- Washington Monument vandalized with red paint
United States Park Police say the Washington Monument is temporarily closed and a man is in custody for allegedly vandalizing the monument with paint on the evening of Tuesday, September 20.
- Denmark and Germany now building the world's longest immersed tunnel
Descending up to 40 meters beneath the Baltic Sea, the world's longest immersed tunnel will link Denmark and Germany, slashing journey times between the two countries when it opens in 2029.
- China considers easing entry rules for some foreign tourists
The Chinese government on Monday, September 19, issued draft regulations that aim to bolster tourism along its border and make it easier for some foreigners to enter China.
- The challenges of building a sustainable resort in the lowest-lying country in the world
Many architects would kill to be given a blank slate on which to create their dream project.
- FAA rejects Republic Airways' proposal to reduce the hours it takes to become a co-pilot
Federal regulators have soundly rejected an airline's controversial request to reduce commercial pilot hiring standards in half to tackle the global pilot shortage.
- Air New Zealand connects Auckland and New York for the first time ever
After 16 hours in the sky, Air New Zealand's first ever direct flight to New York City arrived at JFK airport on September 17.
- Flights canceled to turn skies silent for Queen's funeral
Flights to and from London's Heathrow Airport on the day of the Queen's funeral are being canceled or re-timed "as a mark of respect" to the late monarch.
- Oktoberfest returns after two-year hiatus
The annual Oktoberfest, the world's largest beer festival, kicked off on Saturday for the first time since 2019, marking the end of a two-year hiatus as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
- 8 Italian villages you may have never heard of
Travelers tend to head to the big name destinations like Venice, Florence, Rome, and even Naples when visiting Italy.
- Hundreds of European flights hit by air traffic control strike
Hundreds of flights have been canceled and thousands of passengers forced to change plans as French air traffic controllers took industrial action over pay on Friday.
- The surprising history of Sentosa, Singapore's staycation island
It used to be known as Pulau Blakang Mati. Some translate the name politely as "the island of woe," but the most cited translation is "the island behind which lies death."
- TGV unveils high-speed trains of the future
Welcome to the future of European high-speed rail travel.
- Hanoi's popular 'Train Street' cafes ordered to close
Hanoi's popular "train street" is once again the subject of a significant crackdown.
- She was only in Paris for three days. She met the love of her life on the Metro.
Andye was only in Paris for three days. On day one, she jumped aboard a Metro train and met Steven. Here's what happened next.
- Most stylish new hotels and spas for 2022 revealed
The hospitality industry is back in full swing and the last couple of years have seen a host of exciting new hotels and spas open around the world.
- Backpacking parents who homeschool their kids
Backpacking tends to be associated with young people with few responsibilities.
- 5 ways to deal with the post-vacation blues
Most people have a little anxiety at returning to normal life after a break, but after two years of pandemic the post-vacation blues are hitting harder. Here are expert tips on how to get through it.
- Indonesia's Raja Ampat: 'The last paradise on Earth'
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