(CNN) — It’s a girl! The Los Angeles Zoo announced on Instagram that the gorilla born there in mid-January is a girl. The gorilla, which remains unnamed, is the first to be born at the zoo in over 20 years. Its mother, N’djia, a 25-year-old western lowland gorilla, is doing well. “This historic birth is
(CNN) — If you’re hoping to impress a date with a romantic home-cooked meal this Valentine’s Day, don’t forget the tablecloth. Diners eat more and for longer, and rate the food as tasting better when seated with tablecloth, according to a study published in the journal “Food Quality and Preference.” Participants in the experiment by
In Philadelphia, it’s hard to make it anywhere without passing a restaurant that serves the city’s most famed culinary creation: the cheesesteak. Several spots are loved by both city natives and out-of-towners, but locals know Jim’s South Street as one of Philly’s well-respected originals. Jim’s serves Philly cheesesteak the classic way, complete with Cheez Whiz,
Airplane fuselages bound for Boeing’s 737 Max production facility await shipment on rail sidings at their top supplier, Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc, in Wichita, Kansas, U.S. December 17, 2019. Nick Oxford | Reuters Boeing warned Wednesday that the coronavirus outbreak could hurt aircraft deliveries in the first quarter of the year, as traffic in Asia
This travelogue is about 3 friends embarking on a 20-day wilderness hike in one of the most beautiful alpine areas in northern Sweden: Sarek National Park. Sarek National Park The Sarek National Park is a national park in Jokkmokk Municipality, Lapland in northern Sweden. Established in 1909–1910, the park is one of the oldest national
Trying to plan a family vacation in a Trying to plan a family vacation in a national park can feel overwhelming. With 62 official parks in the US and counting, there are simply too many options to go down the list, one-by-one, and tick off the best options for kids. To help narrow it down,
Photos Courtesy of Hotel 71 Located within a historic bank building of years past, the space has been reimagined into a luxury boutique hotel in Quebec City. Hotel 71, a Preferred Hotel & Resort, is big on charm, ideally situated, and a contemporary stay in Quebec; one you’re sure to “je me souviens” (the Quebec
When you walk into Cinco Jotas in Spain, the first thing you see is a pig leg, tan and crimson, sitting on the front counter. It’s suspended on a carving stand, with its black hoof pointed away from the carver, who uses a long, thin knife to slice the meat. Slicing jamón (Spain’s beloved ham)
From the opening of a cannabis consumption-friendly restaurant in Los Angeles to Food & Wine magazine welcoming weed into its annual Aspen festival (and magazine pages), the industry continues to further its own trajectory from marijuana farm-to-table. Signaling another signifiant step for the cannabis culinary movement, Sonoma Hills Farm has appointed former French Laundry gardener
(CNN) — Osaka’s airport has just improved its facilities — but not for its human travelers. A world-class dog rest area, which includes shower facilities and a “pee pole” that cleans itself, will open at Osaka International Airport (ITAMI) on February 13. Located by the airport’s pick-up and drop-off area, the idea is that dogs
(CNN) — Following a series of secret tests, Airbus has revealed a futuristic “blended wing” commercial aircraft design that promises to cut fuel consumption up to 20%. The French aircraft maker rolled out a model of the small-scale, remote-controlled aircraft demonstrator it’s been using to test the design at the Singapore Air Show 2020 on
Alpha Foods plans to use its latest funds to launch new products, hire more employees, and expand … [+] distribution channels. Alpha Foods The accelerated growth of plant-based foods and artisan meat snacks has helped Alpha Foods and Country Archer raise new funding. Alpha Foods, which was launched in 2015 by Loren Wallis, former founder
Viñales, Cuba (CNN) — In the foothills of the Sierra de los Órganos Mountains, more than two hours west of Havana, a trickle of riders on horseback descends a reddish-brown mountain in a serpentine line. They smile as they pass a group of hikers and continue on their ride. Known as the garden of Cuba,
In this Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) travel and food vlog, get ready for lots of delicious food, and some of attractions in the city. More coming here: http://migrationology.com/blog/ I was attempting to go to the extremely famous Bánh Mì Huỳnh Hoa (Banh Mi Huynh Hoa), but somehow I missed that they were only open
The cockpit of Jet Airways Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft Abhirup Roy | Reuters The Department of Transportation’s watchdog on Monday said it will review federal pilot training requirements, a move that comes after two fatal crashes of Boeing‘s 737 Max raised questions about increasing automation in aircraft. Pilots in both crashes battled an automated
Photos Courtesy of CasiCielo/Viceroy Knowledge about Panama is usually conceived in terms of the Canal, the Hat, and the City: but recently, many travelers have discovered a natural, eco-sensitive side. Panama is a country of rainforest and jungle, from living coral reefs and thick mangroves, to the intense colors — blue, green and red –
Photo courtesy of Rachel Vigoda Curacao is somewhat of a hidden island gem Nearby Aruba gets most of the attention among travelers coming from the United States. But with its small beaches tucked into hidden coves, colorful Dutch colonial architecture, affordable hotels and non-touristy vibe, Curacao is an under-the-radar Caribbean island that should be on
(CNN) — Like in many small towns, the folks in Clinton, Minnesota, hold a charity golf tournament each year. What sets theirs apart? The tournament is held on ice. A local couple came up with the idea about 40 years ago to raise money for a nursing home. Golfers pay $5 to play. And through
(CNN) — Streamlined and elegant, with two long wings situated at the rear, this looks like a gas-guzzling super jet built for criss-crossing the planet with scant regard for environmental impact. In fact, it’s the design for electric passenger airplane that strives for efficiency, sustainability and glamor. The concept aircraft is the work of New-York
Annarosa Grazioli holding a cone of blackberry-flavored ice cream — Photo courtesy of Kae Lani Palmisano There are a lot of ice cream flavors to choose from and just about as many ways to enjoy this cool dessert. But for the most part, ice cream hasn’t changed beyond that. It’s still scooped, hand-dipped, banana split