Marine sanctuaries are invaluable underwater ecosystems that safeguard the habitats of a wide array of aquatic species. These sanctuaries play a crucial role in protecting species facing the threat of extinction, serving as analogous safe havens to the national parks on land. Discover the captivating diversity of marine sanctuaries in India, where endangered turtles find protected breeding grounds, vibrant and...

　　Heads up, convenience store fanatics: 7-Eleven has revealed plans to shutter nearly 450 stores across the U.S. and Canada. According to an earnings report, 444 underperforming stores will be closing as a result of several factors, including healthier habits? Heres everything you need to know about the upcoming closures affecting the ubiquitous convenience store chain. 　　Why are 7-Eleven stores closing?...

　　Burger King has a wicked new deal just in time for spooky season. To celebrate the full moon on Thursday, October 17, you can score a free Wednesdays Whopper from BKs new Addams Family menu. 　　This isnt just any Whopper. Wednesdays Whopper is topped with Swiss cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, mayo, ketchup, pickles and onions, all snug inside a purple potato...

　　Royal Caribbean cruisers are about to start spending a little more on board. Starting next month, the cruise line will be bumping up its automatic daily gratuities. Whether you like it or not, youre about to become a bigger tipper. 　　On November 1, Caribbeans auto-gratuity will increase to $18.50 per person per day (up from $18) for those staying in...

　　If you love (literally) breathtaking natural beauty and delicious cuisine, you might want to plan a trip in the fall or spring to Santa Fe, one of the oldest cities in the United States. (Its beaten only by St. Augustine, Florida and tied with Jamestown, Virginia, which was founded in 1607.) Located about an hours drive northeast of Albuquerque, New...

　　India is home to approximately 1,353 bird species, which represents about 12.40 per cent of global bird diversity. A 2023 report by the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) pointed out that about 5 per cent of the birds found in the country are endemic and are not reported in other parts of the world. However, bird populations in India are...

　　It had long been a bucket List dream of mine to visit Tuscany, the heartland of the most excellent Italian wines, during the grape harvest. In August, I realised that dream with a group of close friends. We spent two weeks in a five-bedroom villa just outside San Quirico d'Orcia and conducted several wine excursions to the nearby Montalcino, Montepulciano...

　　The Sham Valley Trek is one of the most accessible and beginner-friendly treks in Ladakh. Nestled in the lower reaches of Ladakh, this trek offers a combination of cultural immersion, natural beauty, and easy trekking paths, making it ideal for novice trekkers and families. Located 75 km from Leh, the trek spans charming villages, monasteries, and green fields, all set...

　　The “festival of lights” is a celebration of good over evil and people all over India mark the day by lighting diyas (clay lamps) and eating delicious treats. However, there are some unique Diwali customs that are practised by particular communities or states alone. For instance, the storytelling tradition of Harikatha is commonly held in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and other...

　　I'd downloaded a fancy-looking altimeter app recently, and had been itching to try it out. Driving from Indore to Mandu, with the high humps of the Vindhyas visible on the horizon, I decided to give it a shot. I was quite shocked with the reading - we were already 1,800ft up. Yet it all looked quite flat and low to...