Video of what happens to suitcase in space
A piece of luggage has been shot 40km in to the air and into space, with the whole stunt — including a crash landing — caught on camera.
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Reason woman always wears hoodie on flight
A woman has revealed the clothing item she will never fly without, with her clip garnering more than 1.4 million views.
800-year mystery solved at bottom of well
It’s the mystery that’s baffled scientists for centuries, but now — a DNA test may have solved a saga at the bottom of a castle’s well.
Aussie habit Japan has no patience for
While Australian holiday-makers might not give this a second thought, it is actually considered extremely disrespectful in Japan.
Wild $51b plan to move ‘sinking’ city
It’s Australia’s favourite holiday destination, attracting more than one million of us every single year. But a massive change is coming.
‘Inhumane’ sign at airport shocks passengers
A new rule at one of New Zealand’s busiest airports has caused a stir around the world, with many labelling it way too harsh.
Discovery reignites world’s biggest mystery
In the remote mountains of eastern Turkey, a discovery has been made that has relaunched one of the world’s greatest mysteries.
‘People don’t believe me’: Japan culture shock
A Japanese-Australian food tour guide reveals the big differences between dining in the two countries.
Haunting toll of Everest’s ‘death zone’
An area dubbed “Rainbow Valley” may sound like a happy place but when it comes to Mount Everest, it is far from joyous.
Flight attendant’s before and after clip stuns
An Emirates flight attendant has left viewers baffled with her before and after clip following a 14-hour flight, with the footage going viral.
Man’s shock discovery on top of pyramid
A man has filmed the jaw-dropping moment he glided over the Great Pyramid of Giza and made a surreal discovery at the top.
Big move after shock P&O closure
The closure of Australian cruising brand P&O sent shockwaves throughout the industry – but the company has made a surprise announcement.
Surprising holiday trend for next year
Tourists are going out of their way to make a trip to a surprising spot while overseas, and it’s thanks to TikTok.
Aquarium visitors spot fake whale shark
Visitors at an aquarium were left fuming after spotting something wrong with its star “whale shark”.
DFAT responds to hurricane baby drama
A NSW woman who gave birth to a baby as a deadly Florida hurricane raged around her has pleaded with the government for help.
Incredible discovery in 2000-year-old tomb
It’s the discovery that’s long been speculated exists in an underground chamber below the monument known as the Treasury.
‘My jaw dropped’: Text that will shock you
A woman was minding her own business at the airport when she received a “creepy” and unsolicited text message that has stunned people.
Heinous act exposes country’s shock reality
A series of confronting photos has revealed the shocking reality sweeping this country with the sickening acts on the rise. Warning: Graphic content
‘This is insane’: Bizarre Chinese city
It looks exactly like Paris, but it’s not. It’s in China and, while it’s been branded “strange”, these tourists were pleasantly surprised by what they discovered.
Aurora australis makes stunning return
Check out stunning images of the Southern Lights which painted vibrant hues across Tasmania’s night sky.
Selfie shows ’dark’ trend gripping Middle East
There is a disturbing trend of people travelling to the sadder places of the world, where dark tourism has emerged as a growing phenomenon.
‘Read the room’: Star deletes cringe tweet
“Embarrassing”: Oscar-winning actress Jessica Chastain has deleted a series of tweets after copping backlash from fans.
‘Run’: $20 Kmart travel item shoppers love
Kmart has added another travel item to its range and it’s already gone viral as shoppers rave about how “cheap” and “fabulous” it is.
A-lister exposes private messages amid feud
A Hollywood star has unleashed on one of the biggest airlines in the US, after a six-hour flight didn’t go to plan.
‘Point of no return’: Amazon in turmoil
Alarming before and after photos show the world’s biggest jungle, the Amazon, is in existential danger as it stems closer to the “point of no return”.
For those hoping to scale the tallest mountain in the world, the challenge of making it to the top of Everest may now be tougher.
Kim Jong-un builds hotel on old missile site
After a last push, Kim Jong-un’s pet project, a mammoth resort built on a former missle site, is set to open early next year.
Aussie city is voted best in the world
The age-old debate – and “friendly” banter between states – on whether Sydney or Melbourne is better just got a lot more complicated.
Island you can only visit one day a year
An island that was abandoned after a disease outbreak in the 19th century is only available for visits one day of the year.
Hostie lifts lid on big flight question
A flight attendant has lifted the lid on what it takes to get to the pointy end of the plane — with millions tuning in for the cheeky travel hack.
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