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Earthquake-Ravaged Haiti Desperately Awaits Further Aid

Several United Nations agencies, the Red Cross, and USAID are among the organizations that have rushed in to help, but more is needed.

August 16, 2021 04:09 PM

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Mark Stevenson

Style + Design

Paris to Transform the Champs-Élysées Into “Extraordinary Garden”

The landmark Parisian avenue is set to undergo a major revamp with busy roads converted into pedestrian-friendly green spaces in the center of the city.

January 11, 2021 03:57 PM

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Sarah Buder

Outdoor Adventure

Cloud Forest Hikes, Night Kayaking, Rare Parrot-Spotting, and More in Puerto Rico’s Great Outdoors

With mountains, rainforest, and the Caribbean Sea—including after-hours bioluminescent bays—there’s so much more to do in Puerto Rico beyond sunbathing.

The U.S. Geological Survey warned residents of Hawai‘i’s Big Island to be ready to evacuate if lava flows start heading toward populated areas.

November 29, 2022 01:33 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

A traditional Turkish breakfast with tomatoes, cucumbers, cheese, butter, eggs, honey, bread, bagels, olives and cups of tea.

Food + Drink

Noodle Soup, Grilled Fish, Dim Sum: This Is What Breakfast Looks Like in 26 Countries

Coffee and tea are drunk nearly everywhere, but what people around the world eat to start the day varies widely.

February 3, 2026 12:34 PM

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Maggie Fuller

U.S. Beaches

The 11 Best Beaches in Florida, From Cityside Shores to Uninhabited Islands

Florida’s many beaches offer sand, surf, and salty breezes—plus a healthy dose of urban fun.

January 13, 2026 03:21 PM

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Terry Ward

A white guest room with doors opening to balcony and view of the Eiffel Tower

Hotels We Love

The Paris Hotels Where an Eiffel Tower View Is Actually Worth It

Not all Eiffel Tower views are created equal. These hotels prove why only some are worth the splurge.

September 18, 2025 09:58 AM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Some of the best sunset views of the Catskills are from the terrace at Klocke Estate

4 Days In

4 Days in the Hudson Valley: Wild Apple Ciders, Centuries-old Estates, and Vibrant New Art Spaces

Stellar fall foliage is just one of this region’s rewards, all within two hours of NYC

October 1, 2025 11:10 AM

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Michelle Heimerman

Tips + News

Louvre Workers Shut Down Museum Over Coronavirus Fears

The French government’s ban on large indoor gatherings exacerbated the fears of the museum’s guards that they might be in danger of contamination.

March 2, 2020 01:00 PM

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John Leicester

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Road Trips

Driving Across Norway, the Most Electric Car–Friendly Country in the World

Be sure to factor in charging stops—but also random stops—to take in all of Norway’s natural beauty.

July 12, 2023 01:08 PM

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Jessica van Dop DeJesus

A view of empty seats and aisles in a Delta One first class cabin on a Delta Air Lines airplane

Air Travel News

Delta Turns 100 This Year and Just Announced Some High-Tech Changes to the Flying Experience

Delta is kicking off a landmark anniversary year by heading into a new century with its eye on futuristic innovations that will help to define the next era of air travel.

January 10, 2025 02:02 PM

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Chris Dong

Exhibits featuring various outfits inside the Museo Casa Kahlo in Mexico City

Art + Culture

A First Look At the New Frida Kahlo Museum in Mexico City

The Museo Casa Kahlo, spearheaded by Kahlo’s descendants, focuses on her early years.

September 27, 2025 03:05 AM

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Bailey Berg

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Check Your Passport Status—and What to Do if It’s Taking Too Long

U.S. passports are normally processed in four to six weeks, but if the waiting seems endless, here’s how you can check your passport application or renewal status.

September 23, 2025 01:30 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

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