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Far From Glitzy Tech Hubs, Chinese City Bets Big on VR
Enthusiasm for VR has cooled somewhat after years of hype, but China's leaders are trying to drum up excitement, hoping to take the lead in a technology they expect will eventually gain wide use.
Scandinavian Airlines Strike Enters Day 4, Affecting Thousands
A strike among pilots at Scandinavian Airlines has entered its fourth day with the carrier being forced to cancel 1,213 flights Monday and Tuesday, affecting some 110,000 passengers.
New Primer on Stonewall Sets the Record Straight
"Stonewall: The Basics" clarifies the historical record. This new fact sheet provides a starting point for anyone interested in knowing about Stonewall and the events that helped shape the trajectory of a movement that has spread around the world.
Workers Restoring 'Green Book' Motel Where MLK Stayed
An Alabama motel that was featured in "The Negro Motorist Green Book" and provided a home for Martin Luther King Jr. during civil rights demonstrations in the 1960s is being transformed into the centerpiece of a new national monument.
National Comedy Center to Preserve Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum Archives
As the world marks the 30th anniversary of the passing of Lucille Ball, the National Comedy Center has announced a new initiative to digitally preserve the extensive archives of the Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum.
Watch: Gay Travel Through Italy with Bradley Birkholz
Travel vlogger Bradley Birkholz heads to ome, Florence, Venice, and The Vatican City — mangia!
Harvey Milk Festival Celebrates 10th Anniversary in Sarasota
Sarasota County's annual LGBTQ-friendly festival returns as a safe-haven for expression through life and art.
3-Part 'Flight of Flights' Launches in Las Vegas
For the first time, the "Flight of Flights" experience is now available and includes three experiences: Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters' Las Vegas Strip flight at sunset; FLY LINQ zip-lining, and a beer flight from The Book at The LINQ Hotel & Casino.
Temptation Sundays Turns Up the Heat at Luxor
The longest-running gay pool party in Las Vegas — Temptation Sundays at Luxor Hotel and Casino — returns for its 10th sizzling season each Sunday beginning May 12 through September 1.
Tattoo'd America Opens at Las Vegas's LINQ Promenade
Tattoo'd America celebrates the artistic, provocative and expressive qualities — as well as the sex appeal — of tattoo and body art.
United Airlines Agent Charged After Racial Slur Accusation
A United Airlines airport agent is accused of using a racial slur against a customer and faces a misdemeanor charge of disorderly conduct.
Before the Parade Passes By: Pride Essentials for 5 Iconic Destinations
Whether you're headed to NYC for WorldPride or another iconic locale to celebrate and commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, you need a plan. We turned to our travel expert friends at Orbitz for insider tips on what not to miss.
Want Tickets to the Tokyo Olympics? It May Cost You Gold
It's Olympic ticket sales time again, perhaps the least understood side of the games.
Eaglet Welcomed as New Addition to Dollywood
Dolly Parton's Dollywood has welcomed a fluffy addition to the amusement park — an eaglet.
Kansas Couple Designs Covered Wagons for Glamping
A Kansas couple is turning the concept of covered wagons that pioneers once used to journey west into a luxury experience for campers who want to enjoy nature without sacrificing the comforts of electricity and spacious beds.
Bringing the Border Closer to Home, One Immersion Trip at a Time
Many if not most Americans have never crossed the U.S. border with Mexico by land or spent any time in that region. This unfamiliarity can make it easy for politicians to distort what's going on. Immersion travel is one solution.
JW Marriott Austin: Bigger IS Better
JW Marriott Austin provides a pampering backdrop for a weekend in the live music capital, where you can discover great acts any night of the week.
Want to Experience San Francisco's Famed Lombard St.? It May Cost You
Thousands of tourists could soon have to pay as much as $10 to drive down world-famous Lombard Street in San Francisco.
Morocco is a Trove of Jewish History if You Know Where to Go
With its mountains and desert, beach resorts and Berber villages, Morocco is a feast for travelers of all kinds, including those who want to explore the kingdom's deep Jewish roots.
Air France Revives Its Famous Suitcase with Vintage Collection
Ready for some retro styling? Created in the 1950s for first-class passengers, Air France suitcases have won over generations of travelers from all over the world. Two new versions are now available in a limited edition.