Psychology says the happiest travellers don’t spend more money but simply follow these 5 travel habits on every trip |

For a number of people, travel is considered as the ultimate escape from everyday mundane life. But psychology suggests that simply boarding a flight doesn’t automatically make us happier. A growing body of research in positive psychology and tourism studies has found that there are certain travel habits which boost happiness, improve emotional wellbeing, and…

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Once plagued by elephant raids, this Assam village now grows grass and fruits for wild herds; why Hatikhuli is becoming a unique destination for conservation tourism

Baby Elephant eating (Canva) This is the real story of Hatikhuli-Ronghang, a village that did not defeat elephants, but became the one that learned how to live with them, peacefully and in harmony. For villagers living along the Nagaon–Karbi Anglong border, wild elephant herds could ruin their hard work in a few hours. Elephants would…

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Dolly Parton’s sister slams ‘fake AI garbage’ flooding the internet since icon’s death

Dolly Parton’s sister has condemned the AI deepfakes circulating in the wake of the beloved American icon’s death. Stella Parton, 77, addressed the fake AI-generated images and videos being of her sister in a statement shared to Instagram Friday, where she also thanked fans for their “genuine” support. “Sadly, because of the way our lives…

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U.S. attacks Iran for a second day and Maine Democrats race to replace Graham Platner: Morning Rundown

In today’s newsletter: The U.S. and Iran trade strikes in new round of attacks. Democrats race to pick a replacement candidate for Graham Platner. And the surprising snubs from this year’s Emmy nominations. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Here’s what to know today. U.S. attacks…

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