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These Norwegian churches are the last of their kind in the world

Nestled in the hills and valleys of Norway’s hostile climate are a series of medieval buildings that are testaments to the test of time. These are the country’s stave churches, and they are significant not only in their architectural splendor, but also in their rich history. What's more, there are only 28 of them left in the whole world! Intrigued? Click through this gallery as we take a closer look at each of them.

The Trump trial is latest must-see attraction for tourists in New York

They've ticked off Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty and seen Hamilton on Broadway. The next stop is the gallery of the Donald Trump trial at Manhattan Criminal Court.

Moment sharks are spotted at beach in Menorca sparking closure

Moment sharks are spotted swimming at popular beach in Menorca sparking its closure. Coastguards hoisted the red flag and called emergency services after the fin of a seven-foot blue shark was seen above the water line, perilously close to the coast.

Florida issues warning about 'fecal pollution' at two popular beaches

Floridians have been warned of 'fecal pollution' in waters surrounding two popular beaches. Officials are urging residents and visitors to stay out of the ocean due to the bacteria linked to illnesses.

18th century sculpture bought for £5 and lost for decades could land Scottish council millions

A historic sculpture bought for a mere £5 could net a Scottish community millions of pounds. The Highland Council is considering whether to sell a bust of John Gordon created in 1728 by renowned French artist Edmé Bouchardon. The artwork fell into obscurity after its 1930 acquisition for £5 by the Invergordon Town Council, only to be rediscovered i...

GL Play by Gamuda Land invites kids for an unforgettable adventure at Gamuda Cove

PETALING JAYA: Embark on an extraordinary journey with GL Play, the leisure and hospitality arm of Gamuda Land, as they extend a special invitation to children until June 3. Kids will be able to immerse themselves in the excitement of Gamuda Cove's premier attractions for free — including SplashMania Waterpark, Paya Indah Discovery Wetlands, and Discovery Park. Read full story

The Best Food Souvenirs We’ve Successfully Gotten Through TSA, from Mango Leather to Frozen Squirrels

Our editors share stories of the items we’ve managed to smuggle through TSA — and the ones that got away.

From holidays to shopping: eight discounts for UK over-60s you might not know about

Travel for free The UK state pension age has risen but many companies and organisations still hold on to “the big 6-0” as the point at which senior citizenship begins, and it continues to represent a money-saving milestone as a result. In Wales and Scotland you qualify for an older person’s free bus pass from the age of 60. You have to apply and provide proof of age and address and a passport-style photo. In Scotland you access free bus travel...

US FAA opens new probe into Boeing 787 inspections

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said on Monday it has opened a new investigation into the Boeing 787 Dreamliner after the planemaker told the regulator last month it may not have completed required inspections. The FAA said it is investigating whether Boeing completed the inspections to confirm adequate bonding and grounding where the wings

American presidents you didn't know were Freemasons

The Freemasons are one of world's oldest fraternal organizations. Established in the early 1700s, the roots of Freemasonry go back many centuries prior, to medieval times. Because it's a rather select and private group, the Masons have been subject to suspicion and speculation, and plenty of conspiracy theories! But the truth is that many prominent figures of the past and present were and are members, including several US presidents. Curious to find out how Freemasonry helped shape the United States? Click on and meet America's Masonic presidents.

City tram stops to close for rail replacement work

Trams will not run between Fitzalan Square/Ponds Forge and University during the work.

10 of America’s Best Water Parks

Make a splash at these fun-filled oases.

Homeowner goes to war with small town after fencing off a beach

A Colorado woman is embracing the nickname of 'Wicked Witch of the West' after she battled with her small town over fencing off a beach that was next to her land and drew tons of visitors.

Paddleboarder has close encounter with pod of orcas off Alaska coast

An expert Alaskan paddleboarder captured video of the amazing moment he had a breathtakingly close encounter with a pod of bold orcas.

Masterpiece hidden in mine in WW2 returns to Wales

A masterpiece of 18th century Italian art will go on display at the National Library of Wales.

Is nothing sacred? Pro-Palestine protestors graffiti WWI memorial

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators defaced a World War I memorial in New York City's Central Park on Monday evening, daubing the base of a statue with graffiti.

I'm a luxury hotel manager - and these are the do's and don'ts of hotel freebies, from the ones you can take, to the items you MUST leave in the room

The rules are revealed by Simon Steele, General Manager at luxury Lake District hotel Armathwaite Hall. He also divulges the strangest items that guests have tried to take.

8 Tips To Get an Upgraded Rental Car for the Price of Economy

If you've recently rented a car while traveling, you may have noticed it has become quite expensive. But what if you could rent the cheapest car available and still get an upgrade to the car you want...

The Best Mattresses of 2024

A complete guide for every type of sleeper.

As it Cruises Toward Take-Private Deal, Lack of Certain Events Hits Endeavor in Q1

As it cruises toward its $13 billion deal to go private with Silver Lake, Endeavor reported first-quarter earnings Thursday. The company reported total revenue of $1.85 billion, and a net loss of $303.5 million, with adjusted EBITDA of $374.1 million. Total revenue was way up compared to last year, thanks to sports entertainment powerhouse WWE […]

Your pictures of Scotland: 26 April - 3 May

A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

How to practice mindfulness while commuting

For those who travel to work, the daily commute can be a tense time of delayed and overcrowded public transport, traffic congestion, road closures, and aggressive drivers. Often, the commute is used to reply to emails or make mental to-do lists for the days ahead. But why not use this time to practice mindfulness? Research shows it's a great way to improve concentration, reduce stress, and lighten moods. If you'd like to know how to de-stress to and from work, click through this gallery.

Weekly round-up: Five stories you may have missed

A story about an annual swimming race being cancelled was among our most read in Berkshire.

44 Best Southern Cities To Retire If You Have Just $500,000 Saved

You might think you need at least a cool million dollars in the bank to retire in the style you want to -- especially if you're considering retirement in one of the charming cities in the South, where...

Boeing's Starliner capsule set for first crewed space flight, to compete with SpaceX

(Corrects spelling of astronaut's nickname in paragraph 7 to "Suni" instead of "Sunni") By Joey Roulette and Steve Gorman CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) -Boeing's new Starliner astronaut capsule was poised for launch on Monday night on a much-delayed first crewed test flight to orbit, as the company scrambles to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX for a greater share of lucrative NASA business.

How Scottish is the United States?

The brutal murder of three surfers that shocked Mexico

Anne Hathaway's house in The Idea of You is available to rent

Travelers who are hoping to stay in the cozy house featured in the new Anne Hathaway film can plan their trip today.

Europe’s best beach holidays: Peniche, Portugal

It was the small and enigmatic Berlengas archipelago that drew us to Peniche harbour. Peniche, 60 miles north of Lisbon, is famous for its surfing beaches, but the islands off its coast often get overlooked. Every morning a couple of hardy passenger boats bounce over eight miles of waves from the peninsula of Peniche to Berlenga Grande. We took our seats on deck between sacks of onions and oranges and, flecked with sea-spray and followed by...

Ocean Infinity has submitted new MH370 search plan, says families’ group

The Association for Families of the Passengers and Crew on board MH370 says it looks forward to a contract being signed.

15 Best Places in Texas for a Couple To Retire With Just $100K in Savings

A comfortable retirement can cost upward of hundreds of thousands of dollars, or even millions, for retirees in many cities throughout the United States. However, this is not true of every U.S. city...

The scariest creatures in the Bible

A plane full of passengers was evacuated moments before takeoff after a bomb threat was emailed to air traffic control

A bomb threat was emailed to Bermuda Airport, forcing air traffic control to cancel takeoff — but the passengers were left on board for 40 minutes.

The 15 Best Mother-Daughter Trips to Take Together

Celebrate mom more than once a year with these curated trips!