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Declining Eid travel and spending in Indonesia and discrimination in India dampen holiday spirit
The usual festive mood of Eid al-Fitr holiday to mark the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan has been subdued in Indonesia this year as people grapple with soaring prices for food, clothing ...ABC News - 2d -
Airline stocks slide as concerns grow over consumers' travel appetite
A drop in consumer confidence and a decline in travel spending is weighing on travel stocks.CNBC - 1d -
'Eid of sadness': Palestinians in Gaza mark Muslim holiday with dwindling food and no end to war
Palestinians in the Gaza Strip had little to celebrate on Sunday as they began marking a normally festive Muslim holiday with rapidly dwindling food supplies and no end in sight to the Israel-Hamas ...ABC News - 3d -
On the Night Before Eid, Mothers Made the Magic Happen
For the joyous Muslim holiday to work, mothers in New York City spent Saturday night preparing, merging traditions from around the world with ones developed here.The New York Times - 2d -
Traveling to Finland for Lessons on Happiness
Can forest walks, cold plunges and talking to trees make you happier? An anxious American went to Helsinki to see if what she learned there could lift her spirits back home.The New York Times - 2d -
India electronics manufacturing secures $2.7bn boost
Also in this newsletter: Viswanathan Anand’s academy is churning out chess champions, and declining stock markets have Indians buying more goldFinancial Times - 2d -
Israel Issues Evacuation Order for Southern Gaza
The order, which came during the Eid al-Fitr holiday, included Rafah and parts of neighboring Khan Younis.The New York Times - 2d -
US embassy in Syria tells Americans to leave, warns of 'potential imminent attacks'
The American embassy in Syria has warned all U.S. citizens to leave the country due to "the increased possibility of attacks" during the Eid al-Fitr holiday.ABC News - 4d -
In pictures: Eid celebrations around the world
Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the festival marking the end of Ramadan.BBC News - 3d -
Foreign Travelers Are Rethinking Travel to the U.S.
A growing number of travelers say they are worried about feeling unwelcome or unsafe in America and are reluctant to support the economy of a country that may be destabilizing other nations.The New York Times - Mar. 26 -
'My mum in India was willing to lose everything to support my trans identity'
A transgender woman who became the first to legally marry in India's Tamil Nadu state speaks of her mother's unwavering support.BBC News - 2d -
How Much Does America Spend?
We explore what federal government spends its money on.The New York Times - 2d -
Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano erupts, prompting alert level to be raised
The Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano in south-central Indonesia erupted three times into Friday, sending an ash column 26,000 feet high and prompting authorities to expand the danger zone around ...ABC News - Mar. 21 -
India's parliament set to debate controversial law on Muslim endowments
India’s parliament has begun debating a proposal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu nationalist government to change laws governing Muslim land endowments in the countryABC News - 14h -
How To Unlock And Upgrade The Spirit Of Advocacy In The First Berserker Khazan
The First Berserker: Khazan 's Spirit of Advocacy is a helpful aid against tough Guardians if you find you're struggling in battle or just need something to distract your foe. It's easy to ignore ...GameSpot - 5d -
Transgender patients and their health providers fear worsening discrimination
Some transgender people — along with their advocates and health care providers — fear the treatment of trans patients will worsen under President Donald Trump.NBC News - 1d -
As a child, I was afraid of my friends seeing me pray. Watching Eid live on the BBC was a huge moment | Nadeine Asbali
British Muslims are too often acceptable only when they bake cakes or win medals. Now the nation has had a true insight into our faith. If anything is going to get me to turn on BBC One early on ...The Guardian - 17h -
11 Travel Tech Gear Essentials and Accessories
If you travel for work, or just want to get things done on the road, these 11 pieces of tech are a must-have.Inc. - 3d -
Ukraine war briefing: Trump sanctions threat on Russian oil buyers could hit China, India
Trump threatens Putin over ceasefire; Russia claims it has taken control of a Donetsk village. What we know on day 1,132. China and India could be affected if Donald Trump introduces tariffs of ...The Guardian - 2d -
Royals' Jonathan India back in starting lineup a day after a pitch hits him in the face
Jonathan India was in the Kansas City Royals’ starting lineup for Monday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers a day after a 99-mph pitch from Cleveland’s Emmanuel Clase hit him in the face. The ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Levy says Spurs spending must be 'smart and sustainable'
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy says the club's transfer spending must be "sustainable" and "smart" after a fall in revenue in their latest financial results.BBC News - 2d -
Stocks Fall as Inflation Anxiety Dampens Mood on Wall Street
The S&P 500 index dropped 2 percent as investors weighed hotter-than-expected inflation data and braced for President Trump’s next round of tariffs.The New York Times - 5d -
Japan’s alcohol groups are sober at home but spirited abroad
Industry offers compelling example of how legacy sectors seek to adapt to country’s demographic challengesFinancial Times - 17h -
Germany’s spending push drives up borrowing costs across Eurozone
Investors warn that higher bond yields could make it harder for members of the bloc to increase defence spendingFinancial Times - 2d -
Traveling to the U.S. Under Trump: Visas, Border Control and What to Know
With increasing news reports of travelers being denied entry, understanding what might prompt extra scrutiny is key. Here’s what to know.The New York Times - 2d -
Travelers Call Supermarket Tourism a Key Part of Any Trip
Lots of travelers say supermarket tourism, the experience of trying local foods or variations of well-known items, has become a key part of any trip.The New York Times - 16h -
150 Chelsea, City fans get U.S. CWC travel ban
About 150 fans of Chelsea and Manchester City must give police their passports to prevent travel to the United States for the Club World Cup...ESPN - 4h -
Lessons from Russia, Turkey and India for Trump’s America
Fighting for democracy can be a lonely and dangerous businessFinancial Times - 2d -
Scottish tourist dies after Rome holiday explosion
Grant Paterson was on a break in Rome when the B&B in the city's Monteverde area collapsed on 23 March.BBC News - 1d -
Shacked and Sloshed: Pro Surfers on Holiday in Portugal
After the Capitulo Perfeito contest ended, a crew of surfers – Joel Parkinson, Craig Anderson, Balaram Stack, Victor Bernardo – enjoyed the finer things.Yahoo Sports - 7h -
Indonesia’s new sovereign wealth fund vows transparency ‘like a public company’
Danantara has been dogged by questions over governance and political interferenceFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump NATO envoy poised to press allies on defense spending
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Trump NATO envoy poised to press allies on defense spending The ...The Hill - 3h -
Trump is whitewashing US history and embracing 'alternative facts'
It’s impossible for the Smithsonian to truthfully tell the American story without mentioning racism, sexism and other forms of discrimination, bigotry and flaws.The Hill - 1d -
Wisconsin Supreme Court race passes $90 million in spending: Nonprofit law institute
Spending in the Wisconsin Supreme Court election has passed $90 million as of Monday, according to a tally by the Brennan Center for Justice.ABC News - 2d -
NFL to hold historic Christmas tripleheader: 2025 schedule to include games on Netflix and Amazon
The league continues to pack the festive holiday with gamesCBS Sports - 1d -
Gartner forecasts gen AI spending to hit $644B in 2025: What it means for enterprise IT leaders
Gartner forecasts large growth in global AI spending as enterprises shift focus to commercial tools away from custom projects that often fail.VentureBeat - 2d -
Texas A&M baseball coach Michael Earley heated over Kentucky's use of travel curfew rule
Texas A&M coach Michael Earley was upset after Kentucky used the travel curfew rule to avoid playing the ninth inning in a 10-5 loss.Yahoo Sports - 2d
