Richard Booth was a classic British eccentric who wore a cardboard crown and declared his hometown's independence. But his showman's eye for a headline put Hay-on-Wye on the map, transforming it into a kingdom of books.
As Hurricane Dorian threats the entire state of Florida, Walt Disney World and other Orlando theme parks are preparing to protect their guests, staff, animals and parks. Find out how Disney and other parks get ready when dangerous storms arise.
Dubbed the world's first bamboo circus, Lang Toi -- or My Village -- is one of Hanoi's most fascinating performing arts experiences. Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2019, it's the longest-running show in Vietnam.
Singapore is rated as the world's second safest city by the Economist. Find out which Asian metropolis is ranked top and which European and US cities also make the list.
Labor Day travelers in the Southeast are on notice as Hurrican Dorian looms in the Atlantic. Here's what you need to know about disruption to flights, cruises, amusement parks and travel destinations.
The wreck of HMS Terror has effectively been "frozen in time" for roughly 170 years due to the cold waters of Terror Bay in Nunavut, Canada and a layer of silt.
Researchers in Canada have released new images of a remarkably well-preserved shipwreck that will shed new light on the ill-fated 1845 Arctic expedition in which famed British explorer John Franklin died.
Kodaiji temple, a 400-year-old Japanese hourse of worship in Kyoto, has drafted in an android named Mindar to preach sermons. Find out how it's revolutionizing Buddhism in Japan.
A passenger jet approaching London's Gatwick Airport was forced to take evasive action after the pilot noticed a drone ahead, a near-miss report has revealed.
The likelihood of the UK crashing chaotically out of the EU seems increasingly likely. Here's how a no-deal Brexit might affect air travel, passports, driving licenses, insurance and other essentials
