Analysis: Princess Kate’s cancer revelation throws royal family into fresh turmoil

Analysis: Princess Kate’s cancer revelation throws royal family into fresh turmoil

The announcement from Catherine, Princess of Wales that she has started chemotherapy for cancer and is in the “early stages of that treatment” was a bolt from the blue. As Britain woke up over the weekend, the tone of every major newspaper was of concern. The Times struck a reassuring note with its front page … Read more

11 Fantastic Airbnb Cabins to Dream About, From Tulum to the Catskills

11 Fantastic Airbnb Cabins to Dream About, From Tulum to the Catskills

You didn’t think we were going to leave out a classic log cabin, did you? This 1940s home is located on the slopes of Snow King. (A bit of background: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is the area’s famous ski area, whereas Snow King is the local in-town mountain.) With Grand Camp-esque interiors—a decor style originating … Read more

Man killed, another injured in mountain lion attack in Northern California, US

Man killed, another injured in mountain lion attack in Northern California, US

A mountain lion attack left one person dead and another injured in a remote area of Northern California on Saturday, officials said. The 18-year-old and 21-year-old brothers were antler shed hunting in Georgetown, California, when the mountain lion attacked the pair, according to the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office. The younger brother called 911 to … Read more

Noosa local’s anger over ‘illegal camping’ sparks debate on Facebook community page

Noosa local’s anger over ‘illegal camping’ sparks debate on Facebook community page

A Noosa resident has divided opinion with an angry post about a person taking up public parking spots by “camping illegally”. The man, who did not want to be named in this article, posted a photo to a community Facebook page showing a car bearing an L-plate parked at Noosa Woods Bay. The car had … Read more

23 Best Airbnbs in Upstate New York for a Weekend Away from the City 2024

23 Best Airbnbs in Upstate New York for a Weekend Away from the City 2024

If you’re looking to get out of cramped metropolitan quarters, this home will give you the freedom you’re looking for. Set on 100 acres of land, bring friends or family for a stay filled with lawn games, barbecues, and fire pit chats. The property even boasts a pond, which is fed from the natural springs, … Read more

Catherine, Princess of Wales not expected to return to royal duties as planned after cancer diagnosis

Catherine, Princess of Wales not expected to return to royal duties as planned after cancer diagnosis

It is believed Catherine, Princess of Wales will not return to royal duties at Easter as was previously expected after the royal announced her shock cancer diagnosis on Friday night local time. Kate has remained absent from official royal duties since undergoing abdominal surgery in January, where she spent 13 days recovering at the London … Read more

Inside the life of an Aussie flight attendant working for Emirates – from job perks to living in Dubai

Inside the life of an Aussie flight attendant working for Emirates – from job perks to living in Dubai

Annabel Crofts is living the dream life as an Emirates flight attendant. The Australian cabin crew member, who is originally from a small town in NSW but who now lives in Dubai, has been working for one of the world’s most prestigious airlines since June 2022. “I think we have the best job in the … Read more

King Charles tells Catherine, Princess of Wales he is ‘so proud’ of her as both royals fight cancer

King Charles tells Catherine, Princess of Wales he is ‘so proud’ of her as both royals fight cancer

King Charles says he is “so proud” of his daughter-in-law Catherine, Princess of Wales, after she revealed she is receiving treatment for cancer. Kate, 42, announced her diagnosis about 6pm Friday local time, confirming she was diagnosed with the disease after a planned abdominal surgery in January. The news comes after the King revealed he … Read more

Where and how the wealthy travel is changing

Where and how the wealthy travel is changing

Heli-skiing on virgin snow in Antarctica for a cool $2.2 million. A polar bear safari in an “off-limits” area of Norway’s Svalbard for $300,000. How about tracking snow leopards in the Himalayas with renowned explorers for $100,000?  Big-ticket travel experiences like those are indicative of the “quiet luxury” trend which began in the world of … Read more