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My family moved from Philadelphia to Puerto Rico in 2017 because of my husband’s job. We downsized our belongings and only took six suitcases with us. The weather in Puerto Rico is great, and everyone is so friendly. I’ve always wanted to live in Puerto Rico, so when we were…
Director Andy Tennant had creative differences with star Will Smith on the 2005 rom-com “Hitch.”Smith rejected a scene on Ellis Island because he thought Black people didn’t immigrate via the historic landmark.The star agreed to film after learning relatives of his producing partner, who is Black, came through Ellis Island.Twenty…
We like exploring off the beaten track places as a family.Arctic Norway offers nature experiences you can’t find anywhere else.The best thing about it was the chance it gave us to appreciate small things and connect with each other.I think a lot about what makes a great family holiday. The…
I moved to North Haven to teach at the public school 20 years ago. I learned the kids’ parents felt comfortable letting them all outside alone. I’ve been a parent for 10 years and offer my child independence as well. When I moved to North Haven Island 20 years ago to…
Kilindi is a five-star resort on the island of Zanzibar off the Tanzanian coast.The couples-only property features 15 private villas, and rates start at $1,220 a night for a pair.I spent two nights and discovered an ideal honeymoon destination.After two nights at Kilindi, I wondered how there were any hibiscus…
By Stephanie van den Berg THE HAGUE (Reuters) – The World Court concludes hearings on Friday on countries’ legal obligation to fight climate change and whether large states contributing most to greenhouse-gas emissions may be liable for damage caused to small island nations. The International Court of Justice will issue…
Kelly Green, 34, went to visit her parents in Tristan Da Cunha and fell in love.The island is a British Overseas Territory with 236 inhabitants, and the only way to travel there is by ship.Green got married and is happily raising her two kids on the island.This as-told-to essay is…
Lisa Kauffman was over Florida’s hurricanes and the faster pace of life in the US.In 2023, Kauffman moved to a remote Panamanian island, where she now lives off the grid.Living in Panama has been a “game changer” for Kauffman, who said she’s happier and more relaxed. This as-told-to essay is…
President-elect Donald Trump has not outlined his policy towards Taiwan.On the campaign trail, he said Taiwan should pay the US for protection.In 2025, Taiwan will have to contend with uncertainty on whether the US will protect it, or play it. On Wednesday, Taiwanese leader Lai Ching-te congratulated Donald Trump on…
Mel Macintyre landed her dream job at a finance company in Edinburgh in her 30s.She became burned out, and her corporate lifestyle of “work hard, party hard” made her ill.Macintyre left the city and lives on an island in Scotland, where she’s more connected to nature. This as-told-to essay is…
