Istanbul thru the lens is a pictorial tour of a magnificent city in all its glory. A thriving metropolis of continuous history that has seen and dispatched 3 empires, but its people and soul remain. The old city South of the Golden Horn, on the European continent, has 5 of the most important artefacts of
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Holiday accommodation can make or break a trip. A bit of planning and being picky goes a long way for a memorable holiday trip. With a few smart steps and a checklist, you can avoid unnecessary surprises and possibly a ruined trip. In return you will get quicker check-ins, be in the heart of the
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Vietnamese in Adelaide is more than an interesting story. It is now part of the State’s compelling narrative of a migrant community. Very different to any other migrant group that sought a better life. It’s about grit, survival and the unknown. There is no other way to describe their perilous journey to the shores of
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I saw an article titled “A £350 swimming pool fee ruined our EasyJet holiday” in the Guardian on 15 June 2026. I assumed it was one of many common missteps when planning for holiday. It happens to the best of us. I did wonder which holiday destination charges such a high fee (AUD 660) for
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Yerevan, the capital of Armenia, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Founded in 782 BC during the Urartian kingdom, it predates Rome by nearly three decades. Over its 2,800-year-old history, Armenia and its people have endured much. Throughout its history until now, sectarian and border tensions remain high. The country and the city a
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Central Asia is a story of its own, with a number of interesting factors that make it unusual from other regions of the World. Firstly, it’s geography in terms of harshness of terrain and climate and the lack of access to the sea. Secondly, the legendary Silk Road straddles it. Part of World history, where
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In the midst of the Gulf missile war is a firsthand account of what life was like in the UAE in the initial phase. It covers the first 3 weeks prior to the first tacit ceasefire. Not a military or political account but more on the daily lives of people, places and culture. The caveat
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Roseanne Park: From Melbourne’s Suburbs to Global Stardom Roseanne Park of Blackpink, known to millions as Rosé, Rosie, or simply Rose. A name that resonates far beyond the borders of Australia, New Zealand, or South Korea. Her journey from a quiet Melbourne suburb to the pinnacle of global pop culture is nothing short of extraordinary.
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