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Ukrainian troops walk more, spreading out to avoid drones: operator
Soldiers carry pump-action shotguns as a last-resort defense against the Russian drones that have saturated the battlefield.
Computer science enrollment fell after ChatGPT's rise, economist says
A Stanford economist says AI may be reshaping students' choices as computer science enrollment slows.
Tony Hawk on movement as he gets older: "Every ollie is a gift"
Tony Hawk has gotten better at prioritizing family time over the years. He's also started weight lifting, and says movement and play keep you young.
How Hershey turned Halloween into a four-month season
Hershey is conjuring up a new Halloween playbook, carving the holiday into distinct micro-seasons that start months before October 31.
Wildfire season brings unpredictable travel conditions across Oregon
As wildfire activity in Oregon grows, travelers are encouraged to carefully plan their routes. Fires are burning near several highways, requiring crews to close and reopen roads, and change traffic
11 Coolest Virginia Towns For A Summer Vacation In 2026
Virginia's small towns pair summer beaches and caverns with trails, theaters, waterfront history, and easy weekend trip ideas for 2026.
Mid-air mass brawl halts easyJet's Tenerife to Liverpool flight
Air traffic control says the Liverpool-bound flight had to return to Tenerife after the violence on board.
Travel + Leisure’s (NYSE:TNL) Q2 CY2026 Sales Top Estimates
Hospitality company Travel + Leisure NYSE:TNL beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2026, with sales up 4.4% year on year to $1.06 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.88 per share was 1.3% below analysts’ consensus…
8 Best Small Towns In New Hampshire For A Crowd-Free Summer
New Hampshire towns such as North Conway and Meredith are the perfect destinations for a memorable summer vacation free from crowds.
Travel is more expensive this summer: WINK Smart tips to help you save when booking a trip
The cost of taking a trip this summer is higher in many areas than last year, but smart planning can help save money and still allow for that yearly summer getaway.
‘Our hearts are crushed’: Hannah Rapp’s violent death sparks outpouring of grief
Family and boxing community grieving deeply after Rapp was killed by motorist while she was cycling in Texas
The benefits of GLP-1s for women no one is talking about
Whether we like it or not, appearance — and weight — affects women’s job and relationship prospects.
Meta's glasses are popular, but controversial, Kylie's debut shows
Meta sold at least 7 million of its glasses last year, and Kylie Jenner debuted a new pair she designed. The backlash shows they're controversial.
Took a career break after 10 years at Google, was the reset I needed
A former Googler shares how an eight-month career break helped him spend more time with his family and think about his next career move.
Ex-NHL player Brooks Laich's advice on how to reinvent your career
Brooks Laich said that after his NHL career ended, it took time to find his second act.
Pass the pit diapers! Why are fans wetting themselves to stand front row at concerts?
Olivia Rodrigo, Noah Kahan and Morgan Wallen have all dealt with audience effluence in recent weeks – but that’s only one part of a fearsome subculture that has built up around fandom, endurance and ‘getting barrier’
How one early retiree used real estate and index funds to build wealth
Investing in VOO "almost feels like a loophole," said Todd Baldwin.
How AI is changing software engineering
AI coding tools are changing software engineering. Hear from developers about how it's reshaping their careers — from getting hired to doing the work.
The Towns That Banned Cars Entirely
The Towns That Banned Cars Entirely swap engines for bikes, boats, and horses, from Michigan's Mackinac Island to the car-free Greek harbor of Hydra.
Mercor CEO says Gen Z job-hops too often
Mercor CEO Brendan Foody wrote that young people can underestimate "how much relationships, reputation, equity, and trust compound over time."
GM is quietly becoming a subscriptions company
General Motors' OnStar generated $800 million in the last quarter — and the automaker expects to make billions more this year.
Once a year, Maui travelers can skim the water like a bird
A once-a-year Maui festival lets visitors experience traditional Hawaiian sailing canoes while celebrating centuries-old voyaging traditions.
A Hiker Confronts His Fear of Heights at Ausable Chasm in Upstate N.Y.
A jittery hiker signed up for a via ferrata tour on the cliffs of an Adirondacks gorge. Here’s what he learned on the ledges, rungs and exposed bridges.
Omen AI raises $31M to innovate AI data center cooling
High school dropout Zach Laberge raised $31 million for Omen AI, which monitors liquid cooling systems in AI data centers.
Air Canada and Airbus launch joint initiative to scale domestic Canadian SAF
Air Canada, the country’s largest airline and flag carrier, and Airbus, a global leader in aerospace manufacturing with the largest commercial aircraft industrial footprint in Canada, are uniting their shared commitment to aviation…
Romance travel trends 2026: The rise of 'just because' trips
Romantic trips often center around an event, like a honeymoon or anniversary. But now a recent survey finds a new category of romantic travel: the “just because” trip. A JayWay Travel survey of 1,000 U.S. adults found that 61.4% of…
Zeal Connect launches the world's first AI-native help desk built exclusively for travel and beta customers say it changes how operations are run
/PRNewswire/ -- Anyone who has run a travel operation knows the 2 AM story: a guest standing at a front desk in another time zone, a hotel that never received...