Hong Kong Disneyland to launch world’s largest ‘Frozen’ themed land

September 17, 2023
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort is set to open World of Frozen on November 20, the world’s largest  Frozen-themed land. Inspired by the popular films  Frozen  and  Frozen 2, it brings Arendelle to life with beloved characters, captivating stories, stunning landscapes, enchanting music, and state-of-the-art technology. Michael Moriarty,  managing director of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, said: […]
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Tagaytay resort hotel wins prestigious World Travel Awards 2023

September 17, 2023
Anya Resort Tagaytay, a relaxed, elegant, and premier resort hotel under the management of Anya Hospitality Group (AHG) and a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), has been awarded as the Philippines’ Leading Boutique Resort in this year’s World Travel Awards. This award is a testament to the brand’s exceptional service, […]
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One week after flood in Libya, aid arrives for Derna survivors

September 17, 2023
 AFP
Derna, Libya – A week after a wall of water devastated the Libyan coastal city of Derna, sweeping thousands to their deaths, the focus on Sunday increasingly turned to caring for the survivors. Amid the chaotic rescue efforts in the war-scarred country, the death toll from the floods has varied widely, from more than 3,000 […]
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In silent protest, Russian volunteers help refugees

September 17, 2023
 AFP
Saint Petersburg, Russia—For a year and a half Galina Artyomenko had been raising funds to help refugees from Ukraine after the Kremlin sent troops to the pro-Western country. Then in July the 58-year-old resident of Saint Petersburg in northwestern Russia discovered that one of her bank cards as well as those of two other volunteers […]
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Indigenous rights supporters rally around Australia

September 17, 2023
 AFP
Sydney—Australians rallied around the country on Sunday to fight for a landmark Indigenous rights reform that is bleeding support in the polls before an October 14 referendum. Thousands joined “Walk for Yes” events in major cities, ahead of the vote that could grant Indigenous Australians a constitutionally enshrined right to be consulted on policies that […]
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Prepare for a long war in Ukraine—NATO chief

September 17, 2023
 AFP
Frankfurt, Germany—NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg has warned there will be no swift end to the Ukraine war, in an interview published Sunday, as Kyiv pushes on with its counteroffensive against Russia. “Most wars last longer than expected when they first begin,” Stoltenberg said in an interview with Germany’s Funke media group. “Therefore we must prepare […]
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