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33931 STORIES · UPDATED 66D AGOFan Expo brings cosplay, anime, sci-fi and more to Metro Toronto Convention Centre
- Fan Expo Canada runs this weekend at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, starting August 29, 2026.
- The event features cosplay, anime, sci-fi, and more, according to VP Andrew Moyes.
- Moyes highlighted the fun of being part of a fandom at the convention.
CP24 · 73d ago
The Government speeds up a decree to implement the expulsion of foreigners for hate speech against Argentina
- Argentina is drafting a decree to operationalize the expulsion of foreigners for hate speech against the country.
- The DNU 681/2026 already made hate speech, incitement to violence, and insults to national symbols grounds for denying entry or canceling residency.
- The new decree will define which agencies handle the procedure and how to prove an expression qualifies as hate speech.
- Expressions of ideological dissent and political, academic, or citizen criticism are explicitly excluded from the measure.
- This is part of a broader migration crackdown since 2025, including DNU 366 and the creation of the CAIMF intelligence center.
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Read the full article on Google News — Argentina (nacional) (in Spanish)Google News — Argentina (nacional) · 73d ago · translated from Spanish
Thailand expands smart gate access to UAE nationals at Bangkok airport
- UAE nationals can use automated passport gates at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport by end of August 2026.
- The smart gate expansion covers a total of 31 nationalities, reducing immigration wait times.
- Entry requirements remain unchanged, including completing the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before arrival.
- Suvarnabhumi Airport handles about 70,000 international passengers daily.
- Thai authorities expect the expansion to raise the share of arrivals using automated gates to about 53%.
Emirates 24|7 · 73d ago
IndiGo to launch direct Gaya-Bangkok flight: Check timings, frequency and booking details
The Indian Express · 73d ago
The tragedy left by the earthquake in Colombia: figures of affected people, structures, and animals continue to be updated
- A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia on August 10, 2026, with impacts still being tallied as of August 28.
- The quake affected 16 departments and 496 municipalities, impacting 196,614 families (406,963 people).
- Official figures report 331 deaths, 4,449 injured, and 152 missing, with 364 people rescued alive.
- Damage includes 187,852 homes damaged, 33,395 destroyed, 6,383 buildings damaged, and 655 collapsed.
- Essential services hit: 388 health centers, 3,925 schools, 4,366 community centers, 472 roads, and 125 aqueducts affected.
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Read the full article on Google News — Colombia (nacional) (in Spanish)Google News — Colombia (nacional) · 74d ago · translated from Spanish
Avianca Adds Daily Asunción–Bogotá Flights in Network Push
- Avianca will upgrade Asunción–Bogotá to daily flights from late October 2026, up from 3 weekly.
- The route will rise to 7 flights per week, boosting seats for point-to-point and connecting travel.
- Avianca is the sole carrier on the direct Asunción–Bogotá sector, and demand is growing.
- Daily service via Bogotá gives Paraguay one-stop access to Mexico, the US, Caribbean, and Central America.
- The move is part of Avianca's wider Latin America network expansion, including routes like Córdoba and Belém.
thetraveler.org · 73d ago
Bruno Mars to bring 'The Romantic Tour' to Seoul in May
- Bruno Mars will perform in Seoul for four nights on May 21, 22, 25, and 26, 2027.
- The Seoul concerts are part of 'The Romantic Tour,' which began in April 2026.
- Tickets go on sale via Nol, with presale starting Sept. 11 and general sale on Sept. 14, 2026.
- Anderson .Paak will join as special guest, performing as DJ Pee .Wee.
- This marks Mars' return to Korea since his 2023 show.
The Korea Herald · 73d ago
Florianopolis leads cost of living increase in Brazil; see what else got more expensive
- Florianópolis had Brazil's highest cost-of-living rise in June 2026 at 0.53%.
- Year-to-date 2026 inflation in Florianópolis reached 3.93%, and 5.14% over 12 months.
- Food drove the increase: potatoes rose 130.12% in 12 months, followed by onions, tomatoes, and beets.
- Makeup, microcomputers, notebooks, and tires also saw strong price hikes.
- The Udesc index tracks 297 items; 123 got pricier, 92 stayed stable, and 82 fell.
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Read the full article on Google Notícias — Florianópolis (cobertura local) (in Portuguese)Google Notícias — Florianópolis (cobertura local) · 73d ago · translated from Portuguese
Cape Town airport reopens runway after Kenya Airways tyre failure
- Cape Town International Airport's main runway has reopened after a Kenya Airways tyre failure forced its temporary closure.
- The tyre failure occurred during landing around 3.25pm, prompting emergency and recovery teams to respond.
- ACSA confirmed normal flight operations resumed after safety inspections and the aircraft was removed.
- Airlines are still restoring schedules, so some passengers may face delays as operations normalize.
- Passengers should check the ACSA mobile app for the latest flight info before heading to the airport.
themercury.co.za · 73d ago
Emirates to Launch Airbus A350 Flights to Kuala Lumpur
- Emirates will start Airbus A350 flights to Kuala Lumpur on September 1, 2026, on daily flights EK344 and EK345.
- The A350 has 298 seats: 32 Business, 28 Premium Economy, and 238 Economy, with a 1-2-1 Business layout.
- Combined with the retrofitted Boeing 777 on EK346/EK347, Emirates will offer 52 Premium Economy seats daily to Kuala Lumpur.
- From Kuala Lumpur, travelers can connect via Dubai to over 20 global destinations with Premium Economy, including Frankfurt, Istanbul, and Lyon.
- The A350 deployment is part of Emirates' US$5 billion program to refurbish 219 aircraft, marking 30 years of service in Malaysia.
Nomad Lawyer · 73d ago
Bilt Rewards To Virgin Atlantic Flying Club 25% – 75% Conversion Bonus September 1, 2026
- Bilt Rewards offers a 25%–75% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club on September 1, 2026, for 24 hours.
- Bonus tiers depend on Bilt status: Platinum 75%, Gold 45%, Silver 35%, Blue 25%.
- The promo is live only on September 1, 2026, so plan transfers that day.
- Virgin Atlantic is part of SkyTeam, but partner awards may not appear in their search.
- If you have Bilt points and a good use for Virgin miles, September 1 is the day to transfer.
LoyaltyLobby · 74d ago
Los Santos updates balance three days after the 5.1 earthquake in Colombia: 30 homes affected
Google News — Colombia (nacional) · 73d ago · translated from Spanish
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will fly directly from Manila to Melbourne starting November 19. | via ANC 24/7 Link to full story in the comments section.
facebook.com · 74d ago
Highest-Ever Chase Ink Business Cash Bonus: Earn 100K Bonus Points
- Chase Ink Business Cash card now offers a highest-ever welcome bonus of 100,000 points after spending $8,000 in the first four months.
- The bonus is marketed as $1,000 cash back, but can be transferred to Ultimate Rewards partners if paired with a Sapphire card, boosting value to $1,700.
- The previous best offer was 90,000 points, and the standard offer was 75,000 points, making this a rare no-annual-fee deal.
- You may be ineligible for the bonus if you've had this card or any other Chase no-annual-fee business card before, but a pop-up warns you before a hard pull.
- The card earns 5x points on office supply stores and internet/cable/phone, plus 2x on restaurants and gas, and includes primary rental car coverage.
One Mile at a Time · 73d ago
Taliban Declare War on Bitcoin: Crypto Banned in Afghanistan as a “Scam”
Bitcoin Foundation · 73d ago
First capital in the Northeast with electric buses: the city winning the most new residents on the coast, thanks to its quality of life and quiet beaches, surpassing Recife, Salvador and Fortaleza
Google Notícias — Fortaleza (cobertura local) · 73d ago · translated from Portuguese
Economic reactivation in Manizales: Cable Tower opens its doors to merchants affected by the earthquake
Google News — Manizales (local) · 73d ago · translated from Spanish
Gulf Airports Hit by 752 Delays and 18 Cancellations Led by Dubai International
- On Aug 29, 2026, Gulf airports logged 752 delays and 18 cancellations, 770 total disruptions.
- Dubai International (DXB) led with 368 delays and 7 cancellations, nearly half of regional delays.
- FlyDubai had the most airline delays (118), while Air Arabia had the most cancellations (5).
- Hamad (DOH) saw 143 delays, King Khalid (RUH) 90, Sharjah (SHJ) 87, Kuwait (KWI) 48, Abha (AHB) 16.
- Passengers should monitor flight status, arrive 3-4 hours early, and keep receipts for claims.
Nomad Lawyer · 73d ago
Seoul’s Newest Art Museum Opens With a Major Cubism Exhibition
- Centre Pompidou Hanwha, a new Seoul art museum, opened in June 2026 in the 63 Building.
- Its inaugural show, The Cubists: Inventing Modern Vision, runs through October 4, 2026.
- The exhibition features 112 works by 54 artists, tracing Cubism from 1907 to the 1920s.
- A KOREA FOCUS section shows how Korean artists adapted Cubism from the 1920s onward.
- The museum pairs Centre Pompidou's collection with Korean art and international artists.
My Modern Met · 73d ago
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