Editor’s Note: Subscribe to Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter, for the latest updates on destinations reopening, travel inspiration, aviation news, culinary highlights, accommodations, and other travel-related developments. CNN — Prior to the pandemic, Hong Kong welcomed approximately 56 million visitors annually. Now, after enduring some of the world’s strictest travel restrictions for over …
Market vendor Mr. Chan eagerly showcases the deserted Tung Choi Street in Kowloon, once brimming with tourists and hustle. His silver earrings, necklaces, and scarves now gather dust, as the past three years have taken a toll on his business. Prior to the pandemic, he would keep his stall open until 10 p.m., but nowadays …
Editor’s Note: This article is part of CNN Travel’s Monthly Ticket series, which explores unique and offbeat travel topics. In October, we delve into the world of the unusual, featuring haunted spaces and abandoned places. In the bustling city of Hong Kong, William Sargent’s eyes light up as he spots the glimmer of snake skin …
Debunking the Myth of the Male Hunter: Women Hunt in the Majority of Cultures Contrary to popular belief, women are the hunters in most foraging societies Women employ a greater variety of weapons and tactics in hunting compared to men By Xantha Leatham, Deputy Science Editor for The Daily Mail Updated: 19:00 BST, 28 June …
China has dismissed concerns about Peng Shuai’s safety as “maliciously hyped up” and accused critics of trying to politicize the situation. The country’s foreign ministry pointed to Peng’s recent video call with Thomas Bach, the president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), as evidence that she is alive and well. This comes amidst a major …
Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter. Get news about destinations opening, inspiration for future adventures, plus the latest in aviation, food and drink, where to stay and other travel developments. CNN — The renowned yellow pumpkin sculpture by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama has been reinstalled on Naoshima Island after being swept …
Glaciers in the Hindu Kush region of the Himalaya mountains are experiencing an alarming rate of melting, with the potential to lose up to 80% of their ice by the end of the century. A group of international scientists has issued a report warning that this melting will have direct and indirect consequences for billions …
Beijing — China’s foreign ministry criticized President Biden’s remarks comparing Chinese leader Xi Jinping to “dictators” as a provocative political act. During a fundraiser in California, Biden claimed that Xi was angered by an incident in February where a Chinese balloon, alleged to be a spy device, was shot down by American military jets. President …
CNN— China, known for its diverse food scene, offers a wide range of flavors that make it difficult to compile a definitive list of the “best” Chinese dishes. However, having a list of essential eats can greatly enhance your culinary experience in this country of vast flavors. Although international tourists are currently unable to visit …
Title: The Alarming Consequences: Chile’s Enormous Discarded Clothing Mountain Visible from Space Introduction: A stunning sight can now be seen from space – a mountain of discarded clothing in Chile. Over the years, the Atacama plateau in Chile has turned into a dumping ground for faulty and used fashion items from the West, resulting in …