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visitors bureau

Bezos' Beverly Hills Property Gets a Space-age Makeover

December 19, 2025

Jeff Bezos, the billionaire behind Amazon, has finished building his dream home in Beverly Hills. This place is not just any house; it's a mansion with some seriously cool and weird features. One of the most eye-catching additions is a shiny, UFO-like structure near the cactus garden. It looks like

politics

Caribbean Nations Brace for Economic Fallout from U. S. Travel Ban

December 19, 2025

The recent U. S. decision to expand travel restrictions to include Antigua and Barbuda, as well as Dominica, has sent shockwaves through the Caribbean. This move, effective January 1, targets countries with citizenship-by-investment programs and weak passport security, according to the White House. ...

business

Roanoke's Sky Link to Dallas: A 2026 Promise

December 19, 2025

Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is set to expand its horizons with nonstop flights to Dallas in 2026. This move aims to boost connectivity and convenience for travelers. The new route is part of a broader strategy to enhance the airport's role in the region. Air travel has always been a key fac

sports

Oklahoma City's Olympic Surprise: How a Small City Landed Big Events

December 18, 2025

Oklahoma City has always been a city on the rise, but no one expected it to become an Olympic host. In 2024, the city made headlines when it was announced that it would host seven medal events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This was a big deal for a city that had never hosted an Olympic event be

politics

America's Walls: The Cost of Turning Inward

December 18, 2025

America is building walls again. Not just physical ones, but barriers that keep people out and ideas in. This isn't new. It's happened before, like when the country tried to stay out of world conflicts. But now, it's different. The focus is on shutting out the world, not just wars. In just over a y

politics

Science Under Siege: How Trump's Second Term is Shaking Up Research

December 18, 2025

In the past, science policy didn't grab many headlines. But now, it's front and center. President Donald Trump's second term has brought big changes to how the U. S. supports science. This shift is causing a lot of tension between the government and scientists. Trump's team has a clear plan. They w

business

Barcelona Gets a New Hotel: What's the Big Deal?

December 18, 2025

Trinity Investments just bought a cool new hotel in Barcelona. It's called The Hoxton, Poblenou. This isn't just any hotel. It's a 240-room lifestyle spot in the city's trendiest area, the 22@ Innovation District. The hotel opened last year after a major makeover. It's got four restaurants, spaces

politics

A Change at the Top: Bongino's Exit from the FBI

December 18, 2025

Dan Bongino, the FBI's deputy director, has decided to leave his post in January. He shared this news on X, thanking President Trump, Attorney General Bondi, and FBI Director Patel for the chance to serve. Bongino, a former podcaster and law enforcement officer, had been in the role since February. ...

environment

Little Turtles Find a Warm Welcome in Jersey City

December 18, 2025

Five tiny diamondback terrapin turtles got a lucky break recently. They were found late in the year on Long Beach Island. Normally, these little guys should have already found a cozy spot to hibernate for the winter. But thanks to Project Terrapin, they now have a temporary home at the Liberty Scien

entertainment

Irvine Spectrum's New Playground for All Ages

December 18, 2025

Irvine Spectrum Center just got a whole lot more exciting with the grand opening of two new entertainment spots: Holey Moley Golf Club and Hijinx Hotel. These places are not just for kids; they're for everyone who loves a good time. Holey Moley is a mini-golf paradise with 27 holes, each one more u