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From Sunrise to Sunset in Spokane, Washington

Jun 26, 2019

From zip-lining and white water rafting to a robust LGBTQ scene, Spokane, Washington, is making its mark as a quaint West Coast getaway for queer travelers.

Rome Doctors Warn of Health Hazards from City's Garbage Woes

By Giada Zampano | Jun 26, 2019

Doctors in Rome are warning of possible health hazards caused by overflowing trash bins in the city's streets, as the Italian capital struggles with a renewed garbage emergency aggravated by the summer heat.

34 Ways to Celebrate NYC Pride, WorldPride and Stonewall50

By Kelsy Chauvin | Jun 25, 2019

Overwhelmed by all of the offerings for NYC Pride, WorldPride and Stonewall50? We've got you covered with the ultimate list of what not to miss.

Alaska's Largest Airport May Add Hotel to Anchorage Site

Jun 25, 2019

Alaska's largest airport is considering the addition of a hotel to the facility, officials said.

4 New Chicago Rooftops to Drink and Dine

Jun 25, 2019

This summer, Chicago takes rooftop dining to new heights with a slew of contemporary concepts that reflect Chicago's culinary talent and distinct neighborhoods including the Fulton Market District, Navy Pier, The Loop and Old Town.

Abandoned Tents, Human Waste Piling Up on Mount Everest

By Binaj Gurubacharya | Jun 24, 2019

The record number of climbers crowding the world's highest mountain this season has left a government cleanup crew grappling with how to clear away everything from abandoned tents to human waste that threatens drinking water.

Intense Heat Wave Hits Paris and Shimmers Across Europe

By Sylvie Corbet | Jun 24, 2019

Authorities around the French capital have issued an orange alert for intense heat — the second-highest level on its scale — as very hot temperatures are expected across continental Europe this week.

Iconic New Orleans Eatery Closing in July

Jun 24, 2019

A New Orleans po-boy shop featured in "The Simpsons" and a video by Drake is serving up its last sandwiches this summer.

Skydiving Plane that Crashed in Hawaii had 2016 Scare

By Audrey McAvoy and Andrew Selsky | Jun 23, 2019

Casey Williamson's love of adventure led him to winter snowboarding in Vail, Colorado, and summer skydiving in Moab, Utah. A year-and-a-half ago, he found his way to Hawaii, where he could skydive year-round.

Hawaiian Airlines Celebrates 'Ha'aheo' Through Inclusivity and Innovation

By Jill Gleeson | Jun 22, 2019

Hawaiian Airlines has grown to serve more than 10 million passengers annually, making it the largest and longest-serving carrier based in the 50th state. And Hawaiian shows no signs of slowing down — or altering its commitment to excellence.

Egypt Halts Hot Air Ballooning in Luxor After Incident

Jun 22, 2019

Egypt has suspended hot air ballooning rides over ancient sites in Luxor after strong winds took 11 tourists off course the day before and forced them to land in the country's southern desert.

Carnival Lowers Profit Outlook, Cites Ban on Cuba Cruises

Jun 21, 2019

Shares of cruise line operator Carnival Corp. fell Thursday after the company reported a 20% drop in quarterly profit and cut its full-year earnings forecast partly because of the Trump administration's decision to ban cruises between the U.S. and Cuba.

Kimpton Partners with The Trevor Project to Celebrate Pride

Jun 21, 2019

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants celebrates Pride this year with the brand's longtime charity partner, The Trevor Project.

Dawn 'til Dusk: The Ultimate Day (and Night) in Palm Springs

By Matthew Wexler | Jun 21, 2019

Can you have too much of a good thing? Not when you're in Palm Springs. EDGE scoped out some of our favorite locales in the Coachella Valley.

EVA Air Attendants Strike Halts Flights for Thousands in Taiwan

Jun 21, 2019

A strike by flight attendants at EVA Air, Taiwan's second-largest airline, has left thousands of passengers scrambling for alternative transport.

New Study to Examine Feeding Habits of Cape Cod Great Whites

By Philip Marcelo | Jun 20, 2019

Researchers on Cape Cod are launching a new study focused on the hunting and feeding habits of the region's great white sharks following last year's two attacks on humans, including the state's first fatal one in more than 80 years.

Flight Diverted to Oklahoma City Due to Unruly Passenger

Jun 20, 2019

Police say an American Airlines flight from Pittsburgh to Dallas/Fort Worth was diverted to Oklahoma City because of a drunken, unruly passenger.

10-Year-Old Girl Completes Yosemite El Capitan Climb

By Olga R. Rodriguez | Jun 20, 2019

A 10-year-old Colorado girl scaled Yosemite National Park's El Capitan and may have become the youngest person to climb one of the most celebrated and challenging peaks in the world.

Protestors Block Tourists From Using Kauai Highway

Jun 19, 2019

Protesters formed a human chain and blocked tourists from using a Kauai highway to access an area they said cannot support a large influx of people, according to reports.

'Queerdom': Australian Exhibit Highlights the Hard Work of Living Queer

Jun 19, 2019

"Queerdom," an exhibition showing at the Imperial Hotel in Erksineville, is an arresting and unsettling archive of queer and trans performances in Sydney.

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