Posts by Cosmopolitan Canada
Airlines cut flights and hikes fares as fuel prices surge
[Getty Images] Air India and Air New Zealand announced they will cut flights and hike fares as jet fuel prices surge due to the US-Israeli war with Iran. Many airlines around the world have had to take emergency measures to counter the rising cost of fuel, which typically makes up 20-40% of their operating costs.…
Read More‘Spending more on gas than groceries:’ Rising fuel prices drive more San Antonio families to the Food Bank amid Iran war
Rising gas prices are creating even more pressure on families already struggling to afford everyday essentials, which has led to a spike in demand at the San Antonio Food Bank compared to the same time last year. The ongoing war in Iran has disrupted the global supply chain of crude oil, which has led to…
Read MoreQatar LNG Ships U-Turn After Attempt to Pass Through Hormuz
(Bloomberg) — Two liquefied natural gas tankers from Qatar in the Persian Gulf have switched to Pakistan as their next destinations after appearing to abort an earlier attempt to leave via the Strait of Hormuz. The Al Daayen and Rasheeda had u-turned away from the strait after earlier heading eastward to the waterway, according to…
Read MoreVial marked ‘Polonium 210’ sparks scare during German Easter egg hunt
An Easter egg hunt in south-western Germany took a worrying turn on Sunday when two men discovered a vial labelled “Polonium 210” in a garden, triggering an emergency response as authorities tested for the potentially lethal radioactive substance. District fire chief Andy Dorroch said the men found a small white plastic bottle with a red…
Read MoreWhere You Could Sleep With Snorlax in Japan, From MIMARU’s Pokémon Rooms to Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s Limited Pokémon Suite
The internet loves a themed room, but these stays go much further than a logo on a pillow. In Japan, two standout Pokémon sleepovers have drawn the most attention: MIMARU’s Pokémon Rooms, built around a life-sized Snorlax plush and a scavenger-hunt-style design filled with Pokémon details, and Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s limited Pokémon Beach Resort Suite,…
Read MoreLittle Italy Mercato brings fresh food and community to downtown San Diego
SAN DIEGO (FOX5/KUSI) — One of the most popular weekend destinations in downtown San Diego continues to draw crowds with fresh food, local flavor and a strong sense of community. The Little Italy Mercato farmers market stretches roughly six city blocks, making it one of the largest in San Diego County. Since launching in 2008,…
Read MoreIDF confirms Iranian missile fragments hit near Kirya, multiple cars ablaze in Ramat Gan
According to the Israel Police and the IDF, no injuries or casualties were reported in the military base hit, while additional falls were reported across central Israel. Missile fragments hit a parking lot near the Kirya military base in Tel Aviv, which serves as the IDF’s headquarters, after Iran launched multiple rounds of cluster munitions…
Read MoreNetflix’s Price Hikes Just Got Rejected by an Italian Court. Here’s Why It Matters Everywhere
Image: Deposit Photos Subscription fatigue meets its match in Rome, where a court just handed Netflix Italia a €500-per-customer reality check. ($576 US) If you’ve been paying premium rates since 2017, those price increases without consumer notice or justification might finally boomerang back to your bank account. Rome tribunal voids Netflix’s unilateral price increases from…
Read MoreSF Chinatown’s historic Empress of China building being revived into cultural campus
One of the most iconic towers in San Francisco’s Chinatown is set to become a new cultural destination. Community and city leaders unveiled plans Thursday to transform the historic Empress of China building into a cultural campus celebrating Chinese-American art, culture and history. Once home to the famed Empress of China Banquet Hall, the building…
Read MoreKourtney Reppert’s Second Act Isn’t About Fame, It’s About Control, Capital, and Impact
Kourtney Reppert’s journey is a compelling example of transformation driven by purpose, discipline, and long-term vision. What began as a modeling career rooted in self-expression quickly evolved into something far more expansive. While many recognized her as the face in front of the camera, Reppert saw a greater opportunity behind it. Drawing from her competitive…
Read MoreHow Lezette Young Turned a Passion Project into ChulaVie, an Award-Winning Sangria Brand Redefining the Industry
In an industry steeped in tradition yet often resistant to reinvention, Lezette Young is carving out a bold new space one bottle at a time. As the founder of ChulaVie, Lezette is not just creating a beverage; she is reshaping how consumers perceive sangria, elevating it from a casual staple to a premium, wine-forward experience…
Read MoreSpain’s Easter processions draw more tourists amid Iran war
Spain’s famous Easter processions are attracting even more foreign tourists than in previous years because the Iran war has led many to cancel plans to visit the Holy Land. While Easter pilgrimages to the Holy Land and holiday trips to the Middle East in general have largely been cancelled because of the US-Israeli war on…
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