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Dreaming of a life abroad? British expats in France, Spain, Vietnam and Indonesia reveal if the grass really IS greener on the other side – and what they miss about the UK (spoiler… not the weather!)

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Dreaming of a life abroad? British expats in France, Spain, Vietnam and Indonesia reveal if the grass really IS greener on the other side – and what they miss about the UK (spoiler… not the weather!)

Is life for Britons actually greener away from the Motherland? MailOnline Travel speaks with four British expats who certainly think so.  From a young couple who have tripled their spendable earnings in Vietnam to a builder who now enjoys lounging by his outdoor pool in Spain, they each reveal what they love about living abroad … Read more

Rice, rice, maybe? Asia’s middle class seek out low-carb alternatives

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Rice, rice, maybe? Asia’s middle class seek out low-carb alternatives

Moreover, it is increasingly easy to get his hands on healthier options now compared to 10 years ago, when he first started his fitness journey. ‘We’re on our own’: Asian rice farmers brace for El Nino’s wrath as crops wither Mao’s transition is reflective of a wider shift towards healthier living and eating habits, which … Read more

Geminid meteor shower and new comet-linked display to illuminate December night sky

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Geminid meteor shower and new comet-linked display to illuminate December night sky

In a celestial spectacle set to unfold on the night of December 14, sky gazers are in for a rare double treat as the annual Geminid meteor shower reaches its peak, coinciding with the unexpected debut of a new meteor shower associated with comet 46P/Wirtanen. A recent study by a team of international researchers revealed … Read more

TikTok joins US$10 billion club as only non-video game app to reach the revenue milestone amid strong ByteDance growth

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TikTok joins US billion club as only non-video game app to reach the revenue milestone amid strong ByteDance growth

Short video app TikTok has become the first entertainment mobile app that is not a video game to rake in more than US$10 billion in global user spending, according to a new report, as its Beijing-headquartered parent ByteDance continues to see strong revenue growth despite political headwinds. The app known for seconds-long viral content is … Read more

Why mangroves are critical in climate change fight, and how Indonesia and Tanzania are using eco-tourism to protect them

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Why mangroves are critical in climate change fight, and how Indonesia and Tanzania are using eco-tourism to protect them

David hopes this nascent eco-tourism project can help fund work to patrol the Marine Protected Area’s more than 5,000 hectares (12,355 acres) of mangrove forest. A section of lush coastline on Mafia Island. Photo: Getty Images Mangroves act as carbon sinks, absorbing large quantities of planet-heating carbon dioxide, as well as offering benefits from protecting … Read more

I’m a travel influencer who’s visited over 159 countries – here are the best destinations for beginner backpackers (and why they should steer clear of Hawaii and Australia)

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I’m a travel influencer who’s visited over 159 countries – here are the best destinations for beginner backpackers (and why they should steer clear of Hawaii and Australia)

A full-time traveller who hopes to visit every country in the world has revealed the best destinations for first-time backpackers to explore.  Seasoned backpacker Tom Grond quit his nine-to-five government job 11 years ago and has been travelling ever since.  The 39-year-old from Holland has now visited over 159 countries, documenting his adventures on his … Read more