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Norway takes on the Alps with major push for British skiers
Oct 18, 2026

Norway takes on the Alps with major push for British skiers

Norway is stepping up its efforts to attract British skiers this winter. A new campaign will showcase Norway as an alternative to the Alps, with reliable snow, uncrowded slopes and a unique Scandinavian experience. New and increased flights will make the journey easier, too. Norway Home of Skiing, Alpinco, Avinor and Norwegian Air Shuttle are joining forces to grow British guest-nights in Norway with support from UK ski operators including Ski Safari, Ski Solutions and Crystal Ski.


EUROPE’S DARKER SIDE STARTS AT THE TRAIN STATION
Oct 18, 2026

EUROPE’S DARKER SIDE STARTS AT THE TRAIN STATION

Halloween in Europe does not have to mean flying to one of the usual capitals. Some of the most atmospheric — and unsettling — stories are found in smaller historic cities and towns, where medieval streets, old legends and genuinely macabre landmarks are still part of the landscape.


Green SM and Elife Partner to Advance Green Mobility for International Travelers
Oct 18, 2026

Green SM and Elife Partner to Advance Green Mobility for International Travelers

Green SM and Elife, a global B2B super app enabler providing mobility and delivery solutions, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly develop integrated travel and green mobility solutions for international travelers. The agreement marks another step in Green SM’s global expansion strategy and underscores its commitment to building partnerships with reputable partners to deliver high-quality experiences to users worldwide.


Maharashtra plans AI-powered film, drone show at Pratapgad Fort memorial
Oct 18, 2026

Maharashtra plans AI-powered film, drone show at Pratapgad Fort memorial

Maharashtra Tourism Minister Shambhuraj Desai has directed officials to incorporate artificial intelligence, 3D film technology and a drone show into the development of the Shivpratap Din Shaurya Smarak at Pratapgad Fort. The project also includes a statue of Veer Jivaji Mahale, expanded gallery seating and visitor facilities, with an emphasis on heritage conservation.


She Gave Up Café Coffee For A Year. Here's The Machine She Chose
Oct 18, 2026

She Gave Up Café Coffee For A Year. Here's The Machine She Chose

What happens when you swap café coffee for homemade brews for a year? Explore the coffee machine, home brewing ritual and espresso makers worth considering in India.


Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper May Launch In October: Route, Timings And Stops
Oct 18, 2026

Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper May Launch In October: Route, Timings And Stops

The Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper is expected to offer air-conditioned sleeper accommodation and modern safety features.


Priyanka Chopra Turns Pink Into a Power Move in Matières Fécales’ Saree-Inspired Suit at InStyle Imagemaker Awards
Oct 18, 2026

Priyanka Chopra Turns Pink Into a Power Move in Matières Fécales’ Saree-Inspired Suit at InStyle Imagemaker Awards

Priyanka Chopra turns heads at the InStyle Imagemaker Awards in a baby-pink Matières Fécales saree-inspired suit, dramatic train, Christian Louboutin heels and statement jewellery.


How AI is reshaping microdramas as the vertical video format takes a ‘generational jump’
Oct 18, 2026

How AI is reshaping microdramas as the vertical video format takes a ‘generational jump’

Paddy Ma Wendi, a director of vertical dramas since 2023, has had a front-row seat to how fast and hard artificial intelligence has affected the mobile-first entertainment genre in 2026. Digital content farms have started churning out short productions – serialised stories made for smartphones and usually watched in portrait mode – using the latest AI technology. “When I was in the US [for a live-action vertical drama], I usually hired about 20 to 30 people, including the actors,” says Ma, who...


How AI is reshaping microdramas as the vertical video format takes a ‘generational jump’
Oct 18, 2026

How AI is reshaping microdramas as the vertical video format takes a ‘generational jump’

Paddy Ma Wendi, a director of vertical dramas since 2023, has had a front-row seat to how fast and hard artificial intelligence has affected the mobile-first entertainment genre in 2026. Digital content farms have started churning out short productions – serialised stories made for smartphones and usually watched in portrait mode – using the latest AI technology. “When I was in the US [for a live-action vertical drama], I usually hired about 20 to 30 people, including the actors,” says Ma, who...


Tarot Card Reading Today, October 18, 2026
Oct 18, 2026

Tarot Card Reading Today, October 18, 2026

Tarot Horoscope for October 18, 2026, highlights introspection, decision-making, and change across all zodiac signs.