Germany hit by last-minute train strike: Deutsche Bahn trains to be "massively affected"

Eurostar is back to running a full timetable of trains out of London, Paris and Brussels after a "last-minute strike" by French rail workers caused chaos Thursday.

Fans attending Chicago Bulls home games this season have a chance to enjoy not only a game, but also an opportunity to win nearly 20 giveaways.

Anyone who has waited this long to do holiday shopping would be wise to take some instant inspiration from the 2023 Forbes Holiday Gift Guide—an A-to-Z list of letter-perfect presents for all the alphas in your life.

Few traditions are as cherished and timeless as the annual performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker by the New York City Ballet, which will be performing through December 31, 2023. This beloved production has become an integral part of the holiday festivities, attracting over 100,000 spectators annually.

A last minute Eurostar strike has ruined Christmas travel plans for Brits with tickets booked this afternoon.

Christmas Eve is Sunday, December 24. And while Sundays aren’t typically the hardest nights to grab reservations, the holiday is changing things up, with plenty of top restaurants already fully booked. If you procrastinated, have a change of plans or just want to leave the cooking (and cleaning) to the pros, there are still plenty of great options to dine out in New York City this Christmas Eve. Here’s where to go:

Black Friday came and went, but wanderlust runs year-round. While some travel brands are taking a brief hiatus from offering deals to plot their next slate of promotions, plenty of discounts remain yours for the taking this winter. Maybe you’re eager to flock somewhere where the sun’s still shining, or are currently in an unseasonably warm climate and desperate for snow. Wherever you’re itching to go next, you have tons of great options.

Rail travel in Germany has been plagued by strikes this year and the industrial action is set to continue in 2024. 

Warsaw has just moved closer to Munich, Berlin nudged towards Paris, and Aachen slipped nearer to Salzburg. These are just three examples of city pairs that are newly linked, as of this week, by direct night trains. None of these city pairs currently has direct daytime trains, so the overnight options create a web of opportunities. As always in December, rail operators across Europe are introducing new schedules, along the way creating tantalising links where none existed before.

Simply saying the word “spa” can conjure memories of pleasurable massages, relaxing music, candlelit soaks, rejuvenating smells, and renewing saunas. They’re places of sanctuary that delight the senses. Giving the spa enthusiast in your life a gift from one of their favorite spas can bring them joy and excitement during the holidays and throughout the coming year. There’s something for every spa lover on this list, so read on to find a last-minute gift for most gift-giving budgets.

The holidays are almost upon us, but there's still time to snap up some great gifts for the travelers in your life (or maybe just for yourself) at great prices.

It’s not too late to get some last-minute gifts shipped for folks on your list who enjoy the great outdoors, but want to do it in style. Glamorous camping is made easy with these finds.