Travel
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The Lagos State government has restated that the Third Mainland Bridge will be closed by 11am on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, for continuation of its rehabilitation by the Federal Ministry of Works. Consequently, the Iyana Oworonshoki-Adeniji Adele bound will be closed to motorists for the effective repairs of the entire section of the bridge. However,…
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The UN special rapporteur on Palestine slammed Tuesday Israel’s decision to deny visa to UN staff, saying “baseless attacks” on the organization proves “moral cowardice.” “Baseless attacks agst the UN only proves moral cowardice. The UN has been weakened by decades of ISR impunity for breaches of Intl Law, incl colonisation of occup.territory & Pal.…
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The UK Foreign Office is supporting the family of a British woman after a scuba diving tour boat reportedly capsized off the coast of Thailand. Millie Young, 57, reportedly from Brighton, and a female Thai crew member went missing near the Ko Torinla island, in the Andaman Sea, local media reported. The trip was being…
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Every country has its good points, be it magnificent landscapes, a rich history, or diverse cuisine, but a friendly destination with warm, open, smiling inhabitants guarantees a meaningful trip full of authentic experiences. Here are 20 of the world’s friendliest and most welcoming countries. ICELAND This island nation not only features volcanic reliefs and unique landscapes, but…
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Despite renewed doubts after an October accident involving a General Motors Cruise car, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based Aurora and California startup Gatik are among companies developing self-driving technology for vehicles that operate on set routes and have mainly avoided public skepticism about robotaxis on busy city streets. The companies, which mainly develop autonomous technology to equip vehicles,…
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In the Holiday Edition Threats Report, Visa anticipates threat actors will use advanced schemes to exploit consumers’ information during the holiday season and shares tips and tricks for safe transactions. Visa Inc., a world leader in digital payments, revealed its Holiday Edition Threats Report, which anticipates heightened scam activity during the holiday season across both…
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The Canadian government has increased its “cost-of-living” financial requirement for study permit applicants and overseas students, to $20,000 from $10,000 beginning January 1, 2024. The country’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, announced this in a statement on Thursday. He said starting from 2024, a single applicant will need to show that they…
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The islands’ leaders are working on streamlining the travel process for Japanese tourists, making it more convenient for them to visit the picturesque islands. The plan involves establishing a pre-clearance program, allowing Japanese travelers to undergo immigration, customs, and agricultural inspections before departing for Hawaii. This initiative aims to reduce waiting times at Honolulu Airport…
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The Russian Foreign Ministry announced on Thursday that citizens of 52 countries will be able to get an electronic visa in four days beginning Aug. 1. The ministry said in a statement posted on its website that the visa will be issued based on an application submitted via the electronic visa portal or the mobile…
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Former Governor of Ondo State, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, has said Nigerians may be catered for by native doctors if the brain drain among medical doctors persists. Due to the economic hardship and poor welfare, many health workers are leaving the country in droves. Six months ago, the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) said Nigeria has about…
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Manto Kumar was traveling on the Coromandel Express with six of his friends when his train compartment began to violently shake like an earthquake. “Suddenly something crashed into us. Some of the coaches rolled to the other side,” the 32-year-old restaurant worker told CNN from a hospital in India’s eastern Odisha state. “I got up and wrapped…
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Yellowstone urges visitors to protect wildlife after tourists put baby elk in their car and other incidents Yellowstone National Park has urged visitors to protect wildlife after a string of incidents that have left animals killed or endangered, including one in which tourists gave a newborn elk a ride in their car, CNN reports. The…
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Ballymena star Liam Neeson’s latest movie project will see him reprise his role as driver Mike McCann, in a sequel to his 2021 thriller, Ice Road. The original film saw Neeson’s character take on treacherous terrain in Northern Canada and this time, the story will follow him as he travels to mountains in Nepal to…
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If you’ve been longing for a sun-drenched beach holiday or yearning for a cultural city break, then it might be worth considering travel insurance. Investing in good travel insurance can bring welcome peace of mind and could save you thousands in the long run, not to mention time and stress if the unexpected happens. Whether you’re planning…
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Suella Braverman has defended the government’s plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda after the High Court ruled earlier on Tuesday that the scheme is lawful. Making a statement in the Commons, the home secretary said the Rwanda policy is a “humane” and “practical alternative” for those who come to the UK through “dangerous, illegal…
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Hello everyone, If you are resuming school this Spring, Please give yourself a minimum of 2 weeks head start and arrive in the US on time before class starts. You have a whole lot to put in place before your class starts. You want to settle down, get accommodation before you start hustling school matters.…
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