MILAN (AP) — Day-trippers to the fabled canal city of Venice who fail to pay 5 euros ($5.43) to enter the lagoon city’s historic center during a time-limited pilot program launching later this month will face fines starting at 10 times the entrance fee, officials said Thursday. Venice announced last year it would launch the long-discussed day-tripper fee after the …
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Martin Luther King Jr. was shot dead 56 years ago today in Memphis, Tennessee. His assassin “hoped to kill MLK’s great and widespread dream of unity,” Alveda King, the civil rights leader’s niece, shared with Fox News Digital in a message to be posted on Thursday morning, April 4, on social media. The killer failed in his mission, King wrote …
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Liberal talk show host Jimmy Kimmel spoke on his show about how surprisingly clean Japan is in comparison to the U.S. and even Europe, joking that Japanese people associate Americans with garbage. While American cities struggling with rampant homelessness, crumbling infrastructure and crime is a popular point of discussion in American politics, Kimmel gave a monologue Monday on “Jimmy Kimmel …
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The manager of a Montana vacation lodge is on trial this week after an Alabama woman sued the three-star property in Big Sky following her husband’s carbon monoxide poisoning death when they were honeymooning at the lodge in January 2021. Catharine Hudgens is suing Rainbow Ranch, its general manager, several plumbers and other unnamed defendants, alleging that their negligence led …
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A group of 30 skydivers are coming together to get the best possible view of the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 — literally in the sky. Jason Berger, co-owner of Skydive the Falls located nine miles north of Niagara Falls in Youngstown, New York, decided to take on this celestial-sized challenge after one of his friends, Stephen Hatz, did …
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Imagine a place where the stark beauty of the desert meets the serene expanse of the sea. This will be Treyam, the latest jewel in Saudi Arabia’s ambitious new NEOM project, designed to transform the desert landscape into a luxurious tourist destination. You can’t help but be wowed by Treyam’s unique design. It’s not just a resort; it will be …
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The Belgian family of four was on their fourth trip to the United States. They had been dreading the long line at passport control when they entered the country but had heard about a new app they could use to ease their way and decided to give it a shot. Within minutes, they had bypassed the long line at Washington …
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New Zealand’s breathtaking scenery is recognized for providing the cinematic backdrop of many blockbuster films. With a mix of serene beaches, rugged mountains and a vibrant culture, it is no wonder it has become a popular travel destination. Whether the traveler is seeking the quaint charm of the North Island or the breathtaking dramatic views of the South Island, adventures …
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Thai wildlife officials laid out a plan on Wednesday to bring peace to a central Thai city after at least a decade of human-monkey conflict. The macaques that roam Lopburi are a symbol of local culture, and a major tourist draw. But after years of dangerous encounters with residents and visitors and several failed attempts to bring peace with population …
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Beaches are a place of relaxation, fun and, in some cases, strange laws. In a general sense, a lot of beaches follow the same basic rules. Don’t litter. Leave your furry friend home. 5 BEACH-TOWN ALTERNATIVES TO TRY INSTEAD OF THE POPULAR AND CROWDED DESTINATIONS No glass containers or bottles. Some beaches around the United States have more specific laws …
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