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Phased stoppage of state accommodation to 16,000 Ukrainians in Ireland

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:40:54 GMT

DUBLIN, Ireland: Nearly 16,000 Ukrainians will, in phases, lose the State-supplied accommodation they have been receiving from the Irish government.

This was decided after the Government reduced the time newly arrived Ukrainian refugees can stay in State accommodation from 90 days to 30 days.

Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan got approval for the propos

China-Europe tourism to further develop in quality, for mutual benefits, ETC CEO says

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:15:12 GMT

Santander said China-Europe tourism cooperation has made solid progress in recent years, with air connectivity recovering strongly and payment solutions improving.

BRUSSELS, May 1 (Xinhua) -- China is a strategic market for European tourism, both in scale and value, Eduardo Santander, CEO of the European Travel Commission (ETC), has said in a recent written interview with Xinhua.

Santander

Cultural Foundation unveils 2nd phase of 'Skin of Dreams' exhibition by Shezad Dawood

Fri, 01 May 2026 12:12:43 GMT

ABU DHABI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) -- Cultural Foundation, a cultural centre under the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), unveils the second phase of Skin of Dreams. Following the launch of the exhibition's first phase on 9th April 2026, this phase presents a complete look at Dawood's momentous artworks.

The opening phase showcased a selection of film works, including the digital artwork N

PM Modi announces Rs 2 Lakh ex-gratia for Jabalpur's cruise tragedy victims, Rs 50,000 for injured

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:44:33 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a boat capsizing incident in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, and announced ex-gratia compensation for the victims.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said, 'The loss of lives due to the capsizing of a boat in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, is extremely painful. I extend my condolences to those who

Jabalpur cruise boat: Tourism Minister orders probe into cruise accident, assures strict action

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:19:41 GMT

Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 1 (ANI): Following a tragic Jabalpur Cruise boat capsize incident involving a tourism department cruise, the Tourism Minister has ordered a probe into the matter and assured strict action against those found responsible.

Speaking to ANI, Tourism Minister Dharmendra Singh Lodhi said, 'This is a very sad and heartbreaking incident. I have ordered the department to investigate

Sheikh Zayed Book Award opens submissions for 21st edition

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:16:57 GMT

ABU DHABI, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) -- The Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA), organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), has opened submissions for its 21st edition (2026-2027), accepting entries from 1st May to 1st September 2026.

This edition honours outstanding intellectual and literary achievements, encourages creatives and think

Bulgaria Marks May 1 Labor Day

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:06:00 GMT

Labor Day on May 1 is a public holiday in Bulgaria and remains one of the most widely observed dates in the country's annual calendar. It marks international workers? solidarity and is traditionally associated with labor rights, public gatherings, and political messaging. In Bulgaria, the day carries both historical weight and modern social relevance, reflecting changes in the country's economy and workforce over the p

China explores, develops better datasets for smarter digital future

Fri, 01 May 2026 05:15:16 GMT

FUZHOU, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Humanoid robots are welcoming crowds of visitors at the on-site experience area, which covers 56,000 square meters at the 9th Digital China Summit, a two-day event held on Wednesday and Thursday in the city of Fuzhou in east China's Fujian Province.

From cultural creativity to public safety, humanoid robots demonstrated diverse real-world applications. Calligraphy robots write the Chines

US lawmakers probe Chinese AI firms over security risks and alleged exploitation of American models

Fri, 01 May 2026 05:09:20 GMT

Washington, DC [US] May 1 (ANI): House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY) have announced a joint investigation into the national security and cybersecurity threats linked to the expanding use of Chinese-developed artificial intelligence models.

These include low-cost, open-weight and API-accessible systems created b

Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2026 to take place from June-August, online registration open: MEA

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:39:42 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Kailash Manasarovar Yatra this year will be conducted between June and August, and will be organised via two routes, Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand and Nathu La in Sikkim, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Thursday.

According to the MEA release, a total of 20 batches are scheduled for the pilgrimage. Ten batches, each comprising 50 yatris. The Yatra will be held in

Mirra Andreeva, Marta Kostyuk to square off in Madrid Open final

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:19:11 GMT

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Mirra Andreeva of Russia will meet Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine in the Madrid Open final after they pulled out semifinal victories Thursday.

Andreeva, the ninth seed, fought past No. 30 seed Hailey Baptiste 6-4, 7-6 (8). No. 26 seed Kostyuk needed three sets to vanquish Austria's Anastasia Potapova 6-2, 1-6, 6-1.

In winning the semifinal showdown one day after her

Ashwini Vaishnaw inspects Anji Khad Bridge, says Jammu Tawi-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express to unlock seamless connectivity

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:11:13 GMT

Reasi (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 30 (ANI): Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, along with Union Minister Jitendra Singh, on Thursday visited the Anji Khad Bridge in Reasi district. The Anji Khad Bridge is India's first cable-stayed railway bridge.

Ashwini Vaishnaw earlier flagged off the extended Srinagar-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Express service up to Jammu Tawi Railway Station, dir

'15 citizens safely rescued' after cruise boat capsizes in Jabalpur's Bargi Dam

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:53:46 GMT

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], April 30 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday said that '15 citizens have been safely rescued' after a cruise boat capsized in Jabalpur's Bargi Dam, in which four people were killed.

CM Mohan attributed the incident to a 'severe storm'.

CM Mohan Yadav said in a post on X, 'Through swift rescue operations, 15 citizens have been safely rescued. Efforts

First Vande Bharat train from Jammu reaches Srinagar's Nowgam station

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:56:18 GMT

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 30 (ANI): The first Vande Bharat Express train from Jammu reached Nowgam Railway Station in Srinagar on Thursday, marking a major milestone in rail connectivity for the Kashmir Valley. The development was welcomed by passengers, officials and locals, who described it as a historic step that will transform travel and boost economic activity in the region.

Speaking on the

Direct train service between Jammu and Kashmir set to enhance ease of travel: Jitendra Singh

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:00:04 GMT

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 30 (ANI): Union Minister Jitendra Singh said on Thursday that the commencement of the augmented 20-coach Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express marks a landmark achievement in the ongoing efforts to transform rail connectivity in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.

The Minister was addressing the gathering at Jammu Railway Station during the flagging of ceremony in th

Seasonal Direct Flights Between Varna and Paris Resume on April 30

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:10:00 GMT

Starting April 30, Bulgaria Air will resume its seasonal connection between Varna and Paris, reinforcing direct air access between Bulgaria's Black Sea coast and one of Europe's major capitals. The route will operate twice a week, with flights scheduled on Mondays and Thursdays, offering both leisure and business travelers a regular link during the warmer months.

One-way economy fares begin at 169 euros, position

20-Coach Vande Bharat Train starts Jammu-Srinagar service amid rising demand: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:27:32 GMT

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 30 (ANI): Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday said that the commencement of a 20-coach Vande Bharat Express service on the Jammu-Srinagar route started due to strong passenger demand since the launch of the rail link inaugurated last year by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Initially operated with an 8-coach train from Katra, the service has now expanded afte

A story of change in the hills: Mandi's Pahadans village emerges as rural tourism model for self-reliance

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:55:06 GMT

Mandi (Himachal Pradesh) [India], April 30 (ANI): Sometimes, the true identity of a beautiful place lies not just in its scenic views, but in the dreams of the people who live there. Nestled in the serene hills of Mandi district, Pahadans Village is emerging as a unique example where tourism goes beyond sightseeing, creating livelihoods, identity, and new opportunities for the local community.

With misty mountain

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to flag off extended Srinagar-Jammu Vande Bharat today

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:19:34 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw will flag off the extended Srinagar-Katra Vande Bharat Express service from Jammu Tawi Railway Station on Thursday.

The train, which previously operated from Srinagar up to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, will now run all the way to Jammu Tawi, bringing the country's most modern train directly to J&K's largest city and railway hub.<

'Capacity increased by 2.5 times': Northern Railway on Vande Bharat extension to Jammu Tawi

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:22:50 GMT

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 29 (ANI): Chief Area Manager of Northern Railway, Kapil Sharma, on Wednesday said that the extension of Vande Bharat Express up to Jammu Tawi will ease the travel for the passengers and will provide a major relief.

Speaking to ANI, he underlined that previously there were 8 coaches in the Vande Bharat Express, which has been increased to 20 coaches now, underlining that

Sacred relics of Lord Buddha arrive in Ladakh for public exposition

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:59:58 GMT

Ladakh [India], April 29 (ANI): The sacred relics of Lord Buddha reached Ladakh on Wednesday for a public exposition scheduled to take place from 1 May to 15 May.

Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, joined by high-ranking officials and security personnel, received the relics at the Air Force Airport. The holy remains were flown in via a dedicated aircraft of the Air Force under rigorous security pr

Varna Gets New Direct Route to Rome with Three Weekly Flights

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:32:00 GMT

Wizz Air has officially launched a new direct connection between Varna and Rome, expanding its network from Bulgaria with year-round flights to one of Europe's most visited capitals. The first flight on the new route took off on April 28, with service to Rome's Fiumicino Airport scheduled three times weekly - every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

The airline, which remains the largest carrier by market share in

PM Modi inaugurates 594-km Ganga Expressway, Adani Group-led corridor unlocks eastern UP's potential

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:29:08 GMT

Hardoi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the 594-km Ganga Expressway, one of India's largest greenfield infrastructure projects that was completed in less than 3.5 years, connecting Meerut with Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh.

For decades, eastern UP has remained underdeveloped despite its demographic and economic potential. According to a release, the expre

UP has moved from riots and curfews to rapid infrastructure growth and investment: CM Yogi

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:43:56 GMT

Hardoi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 29 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that before 2017, the state was gripped by dynastic politics, casteism, riots, and lawlessness, making it impossible to envision development, employment, or fresh investment.

Addressing a gathering in Hardoi on the occasion of Ganga Expressway inauguration, CM Adityanath stated that the situation has und

UP: PM Modi inaugurates 594-km-long six-lane Ganga Expressway in Hardoi

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:36:46 GMT

Hardoi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the Ganga Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Hardoi district, built at a total cost of around Rs 36,230 crore.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Uttar Pradesh BJP President Pankaj Choudhary were also present on the occasion.

According to the PMO, the Ganga Expressway is a 594-kilometre-long, six-lane (expandabl

'Dubai Founders HQ' announces completion of first phase of its accelerator programmes

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:43:33 GMT

DUBAI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Dubai Founders HQ, an initiative by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, has successfully completed its first wave of accelerator programmes, delivering tangible execution, impactful corporate engagement, and credible venture scalability.

Delivered in partnership with global innovation leader Plug and Play, the programmes have dem

Rahul Gandhi alleges "destruction dressed in development's language" in Great Nicobar, calls project a 'scam'

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:31:38 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday criticised the Centre's development push in Great Nicobar, alleging large-scale environmental destruction and displacement of local communities, and termed the project one of the 'biggest scams' against the country's natural and tribal heritage.

Sharing a post on X, Raebareli MP said he recently travelled through Great Nicobar and expres

Sacred confluence: How Piprahwa relics can strengthen Ladakh's social fabric

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:26:11 GMT

By By Portia B Conrad

Ladakh [India], April 29 (ANI): The forthcoming exposition of the sacred Piprahwa relics in Ladakh represents far more than a ceremonial religious event; it is a profound civilizational moment capable of strengthening Ladakh's social fabric, revitalising Buddhist cultural identity, and positioning India as a central node in global Buddhist engagement.

Scheduled as a historic public exp

Wild buffalo reintroduced in Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh CM terms it historic

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:43:41 GMT

Balaghat (Madhya Pradesh) [India], April 28 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday called the release of wild buffaloes in Kanha National Park a 'historic moment' for the state, stating that it marks the revival of a species returning after many years.

Speaking on the occasion, the CM said the initiative will significantly benefit the ecological balance of the region. 'Today is a historic day

Tibet remains closed to foreigners as China maintains strict access curbs

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:01:52 GMT

Beijing [China] April 28 (ANI): The United States State Department's Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, in its latest annual report to Congress under the Reciprocal Access to Tibet Act of 2018, has stated that Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR) remains the only territory in the People's Republic of China (PRC) where foreign visitors, including diplomats, journalists, researchers, and tourists, face extraordinary acce

Ministry of Economy & Tourism blocks 13,667 violating websites during first quarter

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:27:20 GMT

ABU DHABI, 28th April, 2026 (WAM) -- A regulatory campaign by the Ministry of Economy and Tourism resulted in the blocking of 13,667 violating websites during the first quarter of 2026, marking a year-on-year growth of nearly 400 percent. This brings the total number of sites blocked since the launch of the InstaBlock Lab in February 2025 to 47,667.

The campaign, part of the InstaBlock initiative, utilises artifi

Star-studded trio finalists for NHL's Ted Lindsay Award

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:05:14 GMT

(Photo credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images)

Connor McDavid, Nikita Kucherov and Macklin Celebrini were named finalists for the Ted Lindsay Award on Tuesday.

The award goes each year to the most outstanding player in the NHL, as chosen by members of the NHL Players' Association. The three finalists were among the top four points scorers in the NHL in the 2025-26 season.

Kucherov is the reigning award hol

PM Modi unveils projects worth Rs 6,350 crore at Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:42:32 GMT

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugrated and laid the foundation stone of various development projects worth around Rs 6,350 crore during the Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi.

Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said the government is committed to ensuring women's participation in the country's policy-making.

'Just a short while ago here, the foundation s

Pakistani journalists, scholars explore cultural beauty, cutting-edge tech during China tour

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:21:59 GMT

URUMQI/WUHAN, April 28 (Xinhua) -- From the ancient streets of Kashgar to the cutting-edge robotics labs in Wuhan, a delegation of Pakistani media and think tank representatives concluded a visit to China, gaining firsthand insight into the country's regional development, technological prowess and the deepening cooperation between the two nations.

The "Pakistan media and think tank professionals China tour," held

Railway Minister Vaishnaw shares Bullet train plan for South India, says it will transform connectivity

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:14:41 GMT

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], April 28 (ANI): Union Minister for Electronics & Information Technology and Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday outlined plans for a high-speed bullet train network in South India, saying it will drastically reduce travel time and create a unified economic region across major cities.

Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony of the Google Cloud India AI Hub in Visakhapat

Bulgaria: Rumen Radev Plans to Merge Culture and Tourism Ministries

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:02:00 GMT

Rumen Radev,s party, ?Progressive Bulgaria?, is considering a significant restructuring of the Council of Ministers and the wider state administration, with one of the main proposals being the merger of the ministries of culture and tourism into a single institution.

According to information reported by TravelNews and cited by representatives of Rumen Radev's political formation as well as figures from the touris

"Congress govts hindered Sikkim's development": PM Modi says Centre committed to Act East, Act Fast

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:56:55 GMT

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday attacked Congress and accused the Opposition party of hindering Sikkim's development in the past.

Addressing Sikkim's 50th Year of Statehood celebrations in Gangtok, PM Modi called Sikkim and the Northeast, India's Ashtalakshmi and affirmed the Centre's Act East and Act Fact policy.

Prime Minister Modi said, 'What the BJP gove

"Attempts to sow division with linguistic chauvinism, regionalism": PM Modi lauds Sikkim for showing 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat'

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:47:41 GMT

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that Sikkim is portraying the vision of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' (One India, Great India) at a time when attempts are being made to divide the country along linguistic and regional lines.

Addressing Sikkim's 50th Year of Statehood celebrations at Paljor Stadium in Gangtok, PM Modi noted an attempt to divide the nation on t

Sikkim: PM Modi inaugurates, lays foundation stone of development projects worth Rs 4,000 Cr

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:35:11 GMT

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over Rs 4,000 crore during the closing ceremony of Sikkim's 50th Year of Statehood celebrations held at Paljor Stadium in Gangtok.

According to a press release issued by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), these projects span a wide range of sectors, inc

Sikkim: PM Modi visits Orchidarium in Gangtok, witnesses ecological and floral heritage

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:38:40 GMT

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday visited the Orchidarium in Gangtok during his two-day visit to Sikkim, witnessing the state's rich ecological and floral heritage.

The Prime Minister was accompanied by Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur and Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang during the visit.

Swarnajayanti Maitri Manjari Park in Gangtok has been developed as a s

PM Narendra Modi plays football with youngsters in Gangtok, shares snippets on social media

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:27:21 GMT

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday shared glimpses of himself playing football with youngsters in Gangtok, highlighting a lighter moment during his visit to the northeastern state.

https://x.com/narendramodi/status/2048971961653735629?s=20

Taking to social media platform X, the Prime Minis

Niche, experience-led segments like event, wellness, wildlife to drive next phase of India's tourism growth: Report

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:35:28 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 28 (ANI): India's next phase of tourism growth is expected to be driven by niche, experience-led and high-value segments, according to a report by EY and FICCI.

The report highlighted that India is witnessing the emergence of several high-potential tourism segments which, if strategically developed, can significantly boost inbound tourism.

Among the key segments, event and concert t

Ashwini Vaishnaw arrives in Visakhapatnam for Google data centre foundation ceremony

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:34:27 GMT

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], April 28 (ANI): Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday arrived in Visakhapatnam to participate in the foundation stone laying ceremony of the Google AI Data Centre at Tarluvada in Anandapuram mandal.

Minister Nara Lokesh and other Telugu Desam Party public representatives welcomed Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at Visakhapatnam Airport.

State Chief Minister N Cha

Hardeep Singh Puri meets S&P Global President Dave Ernsberger, hold talks on energy markets, supply chain stability

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:37:59 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 28 (ANI): Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Monday met Dave Ernsberger, President of S&P Global, and discussed global energy trends, supply resilience, and India's ongoing transition towards sustainable energy sources.

In a post on X, Puri said, 'Had a productive meeting with Dave Ernsberger, President, S&P Global. Our discussions centered on the d

Blooming azaleas boost tourism, industrial growth in SW China

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:16:35 GMT

GUIYANG, April 27 (Xinhua) -- As spring unfolds in southwest China's Guizhou Province, a 125.8-square-kilometer ancient azalea forest in the Baili azalea scenic area in Bijie City stretches across the mountains like a vibrant ribbon, with more than 40 varieties in full bloom drawing visitors from home and abroad.

Cynthia Tan, a tourist from Malaysia, took a direct charter flight from Kuala Lumpur to Guizhou to ex

EY-FICCI report pitches GST cut to 9% on premium hotel stays to boost inbound tourism

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:12:35 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): A report by Ernst & Young LLP in collaboration with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry has recommended reducing GST on premium hotel room tariffs above Rs 7,500 from 18 per cent to 9 per cent to improve India's price competitiveness and boost inbound tourism.

The report said the proposed revision, while retaining the 5 per cent GST slab for tariffs betw

PM Modi holds roadshow in Gangtok

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:55:27 GMT

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a roadshow in Gangtok and was warmly welcomed by people who enthusiastically cheered and waved as his convoy made its way through the city.

The Prime Minister is on a two-day visit to the state, during which he will take part in the closing ceremony of Sikkim's 50th year of statehood celebrations.

The Prime Minister will

#CHINA-HOLIDAY-TOURISM (CN)

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:45:13 GMT

(260427) -- BEIJING, April 27, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring Scenic Area in Dunhuang City, northwest China's Gansu Province, April 27, 2026. As the May Day holiday approaches, the tourism markets across the country are heating up. (Photo by Zhang Xiaoliang/Xinhua)

Chinese seniors make comeback to classrooms in learning, skills quest

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:17:53 GMT

BEIJING, April 27 (Xinhua) -- Liu Xuedong, a 66-year-old retiree in east China's Shandong Province, has authored a 160,000-word novel with the help of artificial intelligence (AI), a skill set he acquired at a local university for seniors.

A veteran student of Shandong Seniors University, the first institution of its kind established in China over four decades ago, Liu speaks passionately about AI and his educati

Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri in New Delhi

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:14:36 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri at Kartavya Bhavan in New Delhi and held detailed discussions on several important issues, keeping in view Uttarakhand's geographical conditions and its vulnerability to natural disasters.

The Chief Minister requested that the supply of commercial LPG cylinders be m

IRCTC's offers exclusive discounts on its Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train package

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:38:16 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), the country's leading Travel and Tourism Public Sector Enterprise, continues to strengthen its position in experiential tourism with its acclaimed flagship product--the Buddhist Circuit Special Tourist Train. This unique offering has earned widespread recognition in the global travel and tourism landscape for its seamless integr

'Once-in-a-generation' India-NZ FTA to be signed on Monday, says New Zealand PM Luxon

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:35:21 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): Ahead of the Foreign Trade Agreement between India and New Zealand, the country's Prime Minister took to social media platform X to highlight the significance of the deal. Luxon described the pact as a 'once-in-a-generation agreement' that gives New Zealand exporters unprecedented access to 1.4 billion people and an economy on track to become the world's third-largest.

'Just ove

"Rajasthan has everything a tourist needs": DyCM Diya Kumari after inaugurating Great Indian Travel Bazaar in Jaipur

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:50:39 GMT

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], April 27 (ANI): Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari inaugurated the 15th edition of Great Indian Travel Bazaar (GITB) in Jaipur and emphasised that the state has everything that a tourist needs.

On Sunday, Diya Kumari took a tour of the place and got updates on the ongoing business meetings between inbound tour operators and businessmen in the tourism sector.

The Great I

Payton Pritchard (32), Celtics shoot down Sixers, lead 3-1

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:55:06 GMT

(Photo credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images)

Payton Pritchard scored a career-playoff-high 32 points off the bench and the Boston Celtics took a 3-1 series lead with a convincing 128-96 road victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night.

Jayson Tatum made five treys and recorded 30 points, 11 assists and seven rebounds and Jaylen Brown added 20 points and seven rebounds as the second-seeded Celtics move

ECA and COMESA convene consultative workshop to transform regional tourism and deepen economic integration

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:23:37 GMT

Diani, Kenya, 28 April 2026 - The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), in partnership with the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), today convened the First Consultative Workshop on the Development of the COMESA Sustainable Tourism Development Framework and Implementation Plan in Diani, Kenya.

The twoday workshop brought together policymakers, tourism experts, private sector l

In Tangier, African finance ministers close 58th session with call to turn innovation into economic transformation

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:35:28 GMT

Tangier, Morocco, 3 April 2026 (ECA) - The fifty-eighth session of the Economic Commission for Africa and the Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning and Economic Development closed in Tangier, Morocco, with a strong call for African countries to harness data, innovation and frontier technologies to accelerate structural transformation, create jobs and strengthen economic resilience. The session was held f

Where Americans are heading: Top five countries

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of people leaving America to move to another country compared to previous years. Nowadays, people want to escape high living costs, expensive healthcare and work stress. For many Americans, living abroad is no longer a dream, but a sensible financial plan. Here are the top five countries Americans choose to move to and ways to make the process

International youths praise China's green development practices

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:50:01 GMT

CHENGDU, May 1 (Xinhua) -- The first session of an international youth knowledge exchange study camp was held from April 28 to 30 in Chengdu, capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province, and Wenchuan County, also in Sichuan.
The event was hosted by the China International Youth Exchange Center, organized by the Wenchuan County people's government, and co-organized by the Global Student Development Working Comm

China Focus: Niche tourism steals spotlight in China's bustling May Day holiday travel season

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:17:39 GMT

BEIJING, May 1 (Xinhua) -- As Chinese travelers eagerly plan for the five-day May Day holiday, less crowded niche attractions are offering visitors a more distinctive and immersive experience.
At the dawn of Friday, the first day of the holiday, the serene expanse of the Hunshandake Sandland in northern China was broken by the thunderous roar of off-road engines, marking the start of the crossing the Hunshandake

Interview: China-Europe tourism to further develop in quality, for mutual benefits, ETC CEO says

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:45:12 GMT

BRUSSELS, May 1 (Xinhua) -- China is a strategic market for European tourism, both in scale and value, Eduardo Santander, CEO of the European Travel Commission (ETC), has said in a recent written interview with Xinhua.
Santander said China-Europe tourism cooperation has made solid progress in recent years, with air connectivity recovering strongly and payment solutions improving. Looking ahead, he said China-Eur

Cambodia's renowned Angkor park records 322,004 foreign tourists in first 4 months of 2026

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:45:09 GMT

PHNOM PENH, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia's famous Angkor Archaeological Park received a total of 322,004 international visitors in the first four months of 2026, a year-on-year drop of 32.1 percent, said a press release on Friday.
The UNESCO-listed world heritage site earned about 15.5 million U.S. dollars in revenue from ticket sales during the January-April period this year, down 30.2 percent year-on-year, said

New Zealand exports to EU surge in 2 years under FTA

Fri, 01 May 2026 05:15:03 GMT

WELLINGTON, May 1 (Xinhua) -- New Zealand's exports to the European Union (EU) surged by 3 billion NZ dollars over two years under a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA), the country's top trade official said Friday.
Exports to the EU hit 8.8 billion NZ dollars in 2025, up 29 percent from 5.7 billion NZ dollars two years ago, Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay said in a statement.
The FTA provided

Georgia sees 2.5 pct rise in foreign visitors in Q1

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:45:19 GMT

TBILISI, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Georgia welcomed 994,800 international visitors in the first quarter of 2026, up 2.5 percent year on year, though total tourist spending declined, according to the National Statistics Office Thursday.
Russia was the largest source market, accounting for 20.3 percent of visitors, followed by Trkiye at 18.5 percent, and Armenia at 11.8 percent. The capital Tbilisi drew 42.1 percent of

China Focus: China explores, develops better datasets for smarter digital future

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:45:55 GMT

FUZHOU, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Humanoid robots are welcoming crowds of visitors at the on-site experience area, which covers 56,000 square meters at the 9th Digital China Summit, a two-day event held on Wednesday and Thursday in the city of Fuzhou in east China's Fujian Province.
From cultural creativity to public safety, humanoid robots demonstrated diverse real-world applications. Calligraphy robots write the Ch

Across China: From mining to mining fun: How depleted coal city revives

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:45:52 GMT

CHANGCHUN, April 30 (Xinhua) -- At a former industrial site, a group of children took part in a mining-themed activity, wearing headlamps and small vests, with miniature bamboo baskets on their backs and shovels in hand.
As they bent over a simulated mining pit, they used their fingertips to feel the texture of real coal while carefully "excavating" the "black gold" beneath their feet, with laughter carrying acr

National education contest concludes in Macao, draws record participation

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:45:34 GMT

MACAO, April 30 (Xinhua) -- The final round and award ceremony of the 18th Youth National Education Competition was held on Thursday in China's Macao Special Administrative Region.
According to the National Conditions Education Association (Macao), the organizer, the contest attracted participants from 27 secondary schools and nine higher education institutions, with over 16,000 young people taking part, marking

Trkiye's Q1 tourism revenue rises 4.2 percent amid regional conflicts

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:15:20 GMT

ISTANBUL, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Trkiye's tourism revenue rose 4.2 percent year on year to 9.9 billion U.S. dollars in the first quarter of 2026, Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy said on Thursday.
At a press conference in Istanbul, Ersoy stated that the increase reflected Trkiye's strong crisis management capacity, despite global uncertainties affecting the tourism sector.
He added that geopol

Thailand's economic growth broadly stable in March amid Mideast tensions

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:45:22 GMT

BANGKOK, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's economic growth remained broadly stable in March on a monthly basis, supported by higher exports, manufacturing output, and government spending, despite early signs of impact from the Middle East conflict, the central bank said on Thursday.
Exports, a key driver of the Southeast Asian country's economic growth, expanded 3.3 percent in March compared to a month earlier, fu

Senior national political advisor expelled from CPC, public office

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:47:26 GMT

BEIJING, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Yi Huiman, a member of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), has been expelled from the CPC and dismissed from public office over serious violations of discipline and laws, China's top anti-graft agency announced Thursday.
Yi previously served as deputy director of the Committee of Economy of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political C

Feature: Kutahya ceramics regain prominence, highlight China-Trkiye cross-cultural exchanges

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:15:22 GMT

ISTANBUL, April 30 (Xinhua) -- In the quiet galleries of the Pera Museum downtown, daylight fell on handcrafted ceramic plates, highlighting a vibrant world shaped by color, narrative and tradition.
Now on display in the exhibition "Extraordinary Minas" at the museum, these works have drawn renewed attention to Kutahya ceramics and to Minas Avramidis, a master artisan whose legacy is increasingly being reassesse

Singapore manufacturers upbeat on AI boom, services sector flags headwinds

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:45:09 GMT

SINGAPORE, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Singapore manufacturers are optimistic about business conditions over the next six months, buoyed by a strong global semiconductor upcycle, while services firms expect a softer outlook amid persistent inflation and geopolitical uncertainties, official surveys showed on Thursday.
A net weighted balance of 17 percent of manufacturing companies anticipates better business conditions

Sanya 2026 impresses with organization, venues and hospitality

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:47:01 GMT

SANYA, April 30 (Xinhua) -- The Asian Beach Games has found a fitting stage in Sanya, one of China's best-known tropical destinations, leaving athletes and officials not only impressed but also charmed.
"True tourism paradise," wrote Mohd Akbal Amin, vice chair of the Asian council of the International Federation of Sport Climbing, in a guestbook at the Games' main media center.
His words echoed a sentime

China sees rise in domestic trips, travel spending in first quarter of 2026

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:18:02 GMT

BEIJING, April 30 (Xinhua) -- China's domestic tourism market posted steady growth in terms of both trips and travel spending in the first quarter this year, indicating solid travel demand in the country's domestic tourism sector.
More than 1.9 billion domestic trips were made during this period, up 6 percent from a year earlier, according to data from a sample survey of domestic travelers conducted by the Minis

Cambodia's economy projected to slow to 4.3 pct in 2026: AMRO

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:45:08 GMT

PHNOM PENH, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia's economic growth is projected to slow to 4.3 percent in 2026 from 5.3 percent in the year before, as higher global oil prices weigh on the economy, said an ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) press release on Thursday.
AMRO's lead economist Jinho Choi said that to manage heightened uncertainties and repeated shocks, proactive policies and effective implementati

Asia-Pacific Community: Joint martial arts event at Angkor underscores deepening Cambodia-China cultural exchanges

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:45:19 GMT

SIEM REAP, Cambodia, April 30 (Xinhua) -- The Cambodia-China martial arts performance was held at the UNESCO-listed Angkor Archaeological Park here in northwest Cambodia on Thursday, attracting crowds of domestic and foreign tourists.
Held at the northern area of iconic Bayon Temple, the free-admission event featured a remarkable joint performance showcasing Cambodia's traditional martial arts -- Bokator, Yuthak

Emirati hospitality key pillar for sustainable tourism growth: DCT Abu Dhabi

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:45:11 GMT

ABU DHABI, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani, Undersecretary of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, affirmed that Emirati hospitality represents one of the most prominent drivers of sustainable success for the emirate's tourism sector, embodying authentic values that reflect national identity and a spirit of welcome and openness.
Al Hosani said in statements that the DCT Abu Dhabi

Feature: Local workers, traditional skills support restoration of Luxor Temples in Egypt

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:45:02 GMT

LUXOR, Egypt, April 29 (Xinhua) -- At the ancient Temple of Montu in Luxor, Egyptian workers brush sand from stone faces buried for thousands of years and move massive stone blocks back into place using traditional tools and techniques passed down through generations.
While foreign archaeologists often attract attention, the daily preservation of Luxor's temples depends largely on local specialists whose skills

China, South Sudan hold event to deepen cultural ties

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:15:27 GMT

JUBA, April 29 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese Embassy in South Sudan on Wednesday held an open day event aimed at promoting and deepening cultural relations between the peoples of the two countries.
The event, named "Discovery of the Giant Panda," brought together various local cultural groups and government officials. The giant panda, a national treasure of China and an animal unique to China, is widely beloved around

Travel to Kinmen, Matsu open to Shanghai residents starting April 29

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:16:08 GMT

SHANGHAI, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Shanghai residents can apply for group and individual tours to Kinmen and Matsu starting April 29, the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism said Wednesday.
Residents who intend to visit Kinmen and Matsu may register with qualified travel agencies in Shanghai and east China's Fujian Province, and apply to the local exit-entry administration authorities for travel

Kenya repatriates 4 rare mountain bongos to boost conservation

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:45:29 GMT

NAIROBI, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Kenya on Tuesday repatriated four mountain bongos, a critically endangered antelope, from European zoological institutions, as part of the country's conservation efforts.
The mountain bongos, a national treasure and symbol of Kenya's rich biodiversity, were returned from global ex-situ conservation programs.
Musalia Mudavadi, prime cabinet secretary and cabinet secretary for

Thailand's central bank holds policy rate steady at 1 pct

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:45:22 GMT

BANGKOK, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's central bank kept its key interest rate unchanged on Wednesday as policymakers seek to support a slowing economy and navigate heightened uncertainty linked to the Middle East conflict.
The Bank of Thailand's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted 6-0 to maintain the policy rate at 1 percent following a cut at its February review, retaining borrowing costs at their lowest l

China's marine tourism sees robust growth in Q1

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:18:06 GMT

BEIJING, April 29 (Xinhua) -- China's marine tourism recorded robust growth in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, underpinned by the country's thriving marine economy and rising cultural and tourism consumption, official data showed on Wednesday.
From January to March, sea passenger volume and passenger turnover rose by 6.3 percent and 11.6 percent, respectively, according to data released by the Ministry of Natura

ADB cuts developing Asia, Pacific growth amid Mideast conflict disruptions

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:15:35 GMT

MANILA, April 29 (Xinhua) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday downgraded its economic growth outlook and raised inflation projections for developing Asia and the Pacific due to severe and prolonged disruptions from the conflict in the Middle East.
The ADB forecasts regional growth at 4.7 percent in 2026 and 4.8 percent in 2027, down from the 5.1 percent forecast for both years in early April, based

Nepal aims to attract over 10,000 foreign wellness tourists annually after 2030

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:15:23 GMT

KATHMANDU, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Nepal plans to attract more than 10,000 foreign wellness tourists each year after 2030, with the country expecting to generate 20 million to 30 million U.S. dollars in annual revenue.
The Nepali government has already announced that 2027 will be observed as Wellness Tourism Year, while the United Nations has declared April 15 as World Wellness Day.
On Tuesday, the Ministry

Roundup: Taiwan public supports mainland's new policy package despite DPP obstruction

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:15:54 GMT

TAIPEI, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Following the mainland's recent rollout of a policy package aimed at boosting exchanges and cooperation with Taiwan, there are growing calls on the island for the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities to adopt a positive and cooperative stance, in contrast to their current negativity and obstruction of dialogue.
The mainland announced the package of 10 policies and measures

Eyes on Hainan: 15 Years on, Hainan's offshore duty-free policy marks major milestone

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:45:08 GMT

Hainan's duty-free milestone!
Fifteen years since its 2011 launch, Hainan's duty-free shopping policy has generated 42 billion U.S. dollars in cumulative sales. With 12 malls now in operation, the scheme continues to drive the island's growth as an international tourism and consumption center.

Brazil sees record int'l tourism revenue in Q1

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:45:15 GMT

SAO PAULO, April 28 (Xinhua) -- International travelers contributed a record 3.2 billion U.S. dollars to Brazil's economy in the first quarter, up by 11.8 percent from a year earlier, the government reported Tuesday, citing data from the Central Bank of Brazil.
In March alone, revenue from international tourism reached 934 million dollars, 4 million dollars higher than in March 2025, confirming the sector's cont

Beijing unveils "GO BEIJING" platform to better serve inbound visitors

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:19:12 GMT

BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Beijing has launched "GO BEIJING," a comprehensive online service platform offering a full range of services for inbound visitors across different scenarios, local authorities said Tuesday.
The platform was jointly built by the Beijing Municipal Administration of Government Services and Data Management and payment services platform Alipay, in cooperation with other local government

China steps up efforts to improve capacity, quality of service sector

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:20:26 GMT

BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- China will deepen reform to remove barriers, harness technology to cultivate new growth drivers, roll out practical measures to boost opening up, and commit fiscal resources to support capacity expansion and quality improvement in the service sector, said Shen Zhulin, deputy head of the National Development and Reform Commission on Tuesday.
Speaking at a press conference held by the

Rwanda's tourism revenues soar to 685 mln USD in 2025: report

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:45:24 GMT

KIGALI, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Tourism posted strong results for Rwanda in 2025, with total revenue reaching 685 million U.S. dollars, up from 647 million dollars the previous year, according to a report released Tuesday by the Rwanda Development Board (RDB).
The performance was supported by 1.49 million visitor arrivals, attracted in part by Rwanda's mountain gorilla trekking and new experiences across its nation

China's Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge certified as world's highest

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:21:53 GMT

GUIYANG, April 28 (Xinhua) -- The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in southwest China's Guizhou Province has been certified by Guinness World Records (GWR) as the world's highest bridge, with a confirmed height of 626.01 meters.
After repeated measurements and verification, the result announced Tuesday marks a new global record for bridge height, overtaking the 565.4-meter-high Beipanjiang Bridge, which straddles Gu

2nd LD-Writethru-China Focus: China expects cross-border travel surge during May Day holiday

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:15:51 GMT

BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- China is set for a surge in cross-border travel during the upcoming May Day holiday, driven by robust outbound demand and growing inbound tourism.
Daily inbound and outbound passenger flows are expected to average 2.25 million and peak at more than 2.4 million in a single day, the National Immigration Administration (NIA) said on Tuesday, as the five-day holiday beginning May 1 rank

Thailand's finance ministry trims 2026 growth outlook to 1.6 pct

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:45:21 GMT

BANGKOK, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's economy is projected to expand 1.6 percent in 2026, down from 2 percent seen earlier, supported by domestic and external demand despite pressures from global geopolitics and energy prices, the Ministry of Finance said on Tuesday.
Exports, a key driver of the Southeast Asian country's economic growth, are expected to rise 6.2 percent this year, an upward revision from a 1

China Focus: Pakistani journalists, scholars explore cultural beauty, cutting-edge tech during China tour

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:48:00 GMT

URUMQI/WUHAN, April 28 (Xinhua) -- From the ancient streets of Kashgar to the cutting-edge robotics labs in Wuhan, a delegation of Pakistani media and think tank representatives concluded a visit to China, gaining firsthand insight into the country's regional development, technological prowess and the deepening cooperation between the two nations.
The "Pakistan media and think tank professionals China tour," hel

1st LD: China expects cross-border travel surge during May Day holiday

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:15:18 GMT

BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- China is set to see a surge in cross-border travel during the upcoming May Day holiday, with daily inbound and outbound passenger flows expected to average 2.25 million and peak at more than 2.4 million in a single day, the National Immigration Administration (NIA) said on Tuesday.
The five-day holiday, starting May 1, is one of the busiest travel periods of the year, driven by stro

Tourist arrivals to Vietnam's capital estimated to top 12 mln from January to April

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:15:12 GMT

HANOI, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Vietnam's capital Hanoi is estimated to have welcomed 12.14 million tourist visits in the first four months of the year, up 20.9 percent from a year earlier, the Vietnam News Agency reported Tuesday.
Tourism revenue is expected to climb 22.8 percent year on year to 50.86 trillion Vietnamese dong (about 2.03 billion U.S. dollars), said the report, citing the municipal Department of Tou

Feature: The long game: How China Open is charting golf's rise

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:47:37 GMT

by sportswriter He Leijing
BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- In China, where golf still occupies a niche corner of the sporting landscape, a quiet transformation is underway, one measured not just in birdies and bogeys, but in patience, persistence and long-term vision.
The 31st edition of the Volvo China Open, held from April 23 to 26 in Shanghai, offers a compelling window into how the sport is steadily exp

China expects cross-border travel surge during May Day holiday

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:16:05 GMT

BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- China is set to see a surge in cross-border travel during the upcoming May Day holiday, with daily inbound and outbound passenger flows expected to average 2.25 million and peak at more than 2.4 million in a single day, the National Immigration Administration said on Tuesday.
The five-day holiday, starting May 1, is one of the busiest travel periods of the year, driven by strong dem

Why can't I buy that car? Chinese cars wow U.S. YouTuber's fans

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:45:11 GMT

American YouTuber Ethan Robertson took international visitors through China's latest high-tech cars at the Beijing auto show.
He says his U.S. viewers keep asking one question: why can't we buy these cars?
From advanced EVs to smart tech, China's auto innovations are drawing wide attention.

Georgia's air travel continues robust growth in Q1

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:45:19 GMT

TBILISI, April 27 (Xinhua) -- Georgia's air travel continued its rapid growth recorded last year, posting an 8.7 percent increase in total flights and 32.3 percent rise in air cargo transport in the first quarter of 2026.
Airports in the country handled more than 1.6 million passengers during the first three months, a 4.3 percent rise from a year earlier, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Ta