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World's deepest diving pool opens its doors for visitors in Poland

Unlike regular swimming pools, Deepspot complex can accommodate customers despite coronavirus restrictions, as it is consider a training centre that offers courses for divers.

23 Nov 2020

Giant Japanese robot spurs hopes for tourism after virus hit

An 18-metre "Gundam" robot that can walk and move its arms was unveiled in Japan on Monday amid hopes that it will help invigorate tourism hit by COVID-19.

30 Nov 2020

Thailand to see more visitors, 'signal' for reopening after easing of travel curbs

The country is gradually opening up to foreign visitors to boost a tourism-dependent economy. The new arrivals would be far less than those who came in last year.

30 Nov 2020

Biker dog thrills fans as he cruises Philippine highways

The 11-year-old crossbreed from the Philippines takes daily motorcycle rides with his owner Gilbert Delos Reyes, balanced perfectly with his hind legs on the edge of the seat and paws straddling the handlebars.

29 Nov 2020

German Christmas markets thrive despite the pandemic

The markets have been part of Germany’s Christmas tradition since the 15th century.

29 Nov 2020

Fun, music and few tears as Pakistan’s lonely elephant Kaavan leaves for Cambodia

With music, treats and balloons, friends of Pakistan's only Asian elephant threw a farewell party for the creature ahead of its relocation to Cambodia following years of campaigning by animal rights activists.

25 Nov 2020

'People need mountains:' Swiss ski resorts ignore Alpine lockdowns

Switzerland's modest coronavirus restrictions allowed near-normal operations while other Alpine resorts kept their lifts shut.

22 Nov 2020

First giant baby Panda born in Netherlands makes public debut

Chewing on his paw and falling asleep on his face, the first giant Panda born in the Netherlands made his debut in public on Friday at the age of almost seven months.

21 Nov 2020

Ski Dubai wins ‘World’s Best Indoor Ski Resort’ for fifth consecutive year

The state-of-the-art facility has also established itself as a hub for international competitions by hosting numerous prestigious events such as UAE National Ski and Snowboard Championships, The World Cup and Para Snowboard World Cup, which attract both competitors and spectators from around the globe.

20 Nov 2020