Huge crowds throng Madrid streets for Pope's open-air mass
The pontiff waved at those gathered from his popemobile as he arrived at the Plaza de Cibeles. Source link
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World’s most unusual borders that feel stranger than fiction; what travellers need to know
The list of unusual borders would be complete without Vatican City. Spread across 44 hectares, it is the world’s smallest independent country. The country is surrounded by Rome. Despite being enclosed by Italy, Vatican City has its own government, security and citizenship. Millions of travellers visit every year, often crossing an international border without even…
'It was either killed or be killed' – ongoing nightmares of an ex-child soldier in Somalia
Yusuf Ali, now 34, struggles with his memories living in Mogadishu surrounded by dark reminders of his past. Source link
Meet Aslam, the multitalented rickshaw wala of Chandni Chowk leaving tourists speechless with his fluent German, Italian and Spanish
Image Credit: Instagram/ aslamrikshawwala Travelling is not just about visiting places, and ticking monuments off a list, it’s about the people you meet along and the experiences you create. A viral video from Delhi proves exactly that. In a clip going viral on social media, a local rickshaw driver can be seen flipping his camera…
Steve Rosenberg: Russia's economic forum overshadowed by Ukrainian drone attacks on St Petersburg
The BBC’s Russia editor saw Putin’s flagship economic event overshadowed by Ukrainian drones attacks. Source link
Cats Behavior: 6 shocking facts about cats that most owners don’t know
Anyone who lives with a cat knows one thing: they do whatever they want.You call them; they ignore you. You buy them an expensive toy; they play with the cardboard box instead. One minute they’re curled up next to you, and the next they’re sprinting across the house for absolutely no reason.But as strange as…
Police officer turned Love Island US contestant faces hometown backlash
Sean Reifel’s joined the cast of the popular reality series less than a year after he joined his hometown’s police force. Source link
5 unique temples in India where bringing the ‘prasad’ home is not allowed and recommended
Temples in India are not just religious or spiritual spaces. Some of the Indian temples have been attracting travellers from all over for their golden history, stunning architecture and unique practices. But practice remains unchanged, bringing prasad back for relatives and neighbours. It’s almost a ritual in itself. Be it the famous laddus of Tirupati…
Ragas and symphonies: Indian maestro Ilaiyaraaja is still reshaping music 50 years on
Fifty years after his debut, Ilaiyaraaja remains one of the most celebrated composers in Indian cinema. Source link
India Termite Discovery: Termite that clicks and snaps like a tiny alarm: Meet the ‘Snapping’ Termite that scientists have discovered in India
A new species of soil-dwelling termite, Pseudocapritermes novus, has been discovered in West Bengal, India. This ‘snapping’ termite is distinguished by its unique mouthparts and body armor, which it uses for defense and alarm signaling. Unlike destructive termites, it recycles decaying plant matter, contributing to soil health. Termites are probably the least wanted insects in…