Hawaii is the latest destination to add "green fees" for tourists—joining places like the Maldives and New Zealand. It's betting more US states will join its cause. https://t.co/P0yaPH317W ...

These are not videos you'd expect to see out of North Korea. For now, foreign tourists are not allowed to visit this new seaside resort in North Korea, except for 13 Russians who went there in July. >> One of those visitors gave the Wall Street Journal a rare glimpse inside Kim Jong-un's latest pet project.>> This is North Korea's cathedral to socialism. This is emblematic not only to the outside world but importantly to North Korean people that despite sanctions and the economic hardships. North Korea is a ...

New Zealand has earmarked tourism as a key avenue to generate economic growth https://t.co/8BQSyctc1t ...

Group 1 - The National Development and Reform Commission is seeking public opinion on guidelines for government investment funds, aiming to enhance planning and prevent competition and crowding out of social capital [1] - The A-share market experienced fluctuations with the Shanghai Composite Index reaching a new high for the year, while the ChiNext Index fell over 1%, indicating mixed performance among major indices [1] - A total of 1,701 stocks in the A-share market rose, with over 50 stocks hitting the daily limit, while the market turnover reached 1.87 trillion yuan, showing a slight increase from the previous trading day [1] Group 2 - The life insurance industry is set to lower the guaranteed interest rates for various insurance products, with ordinary and participating insurance rates dropping to 2.0% and 1.75% respectively, effective by August 31 [2] - The mid-year dividend distribution trend in the Shanghai Stock Exchange remains strong, with 12 companies already proposing mid-year dividends totaling over 4.3 billion yuan [3] - The gaming industry is experiencing increased user activity and revenue, with several companies expected to report significant profit growth in their half-year results [3] Group 3 - The Chinese innovative pharmaceutical industry is transitioning from "follow-up innovation" to "global leadership," with a record number of new drug approvals and significant valuation improvements for domestic companies [4] - A trend of A-share companies listing in Hong Kong is emerging, with over 40 companies having submitted applications, and potential new minimum market capitalization requirements being discussed [5] - The A-share market's financing balance reached 1.968 trillion yuan, the highest since July 2015, with significant net buying concentrated in technology sectors [6] Group 4 - A surge in multi-crystalline silicon futures prices was observed due to acquisition rumors in the photovoltaic industry, prompting regulatory adjustments to trading limits [7] - The tourism market is seeing a rise in demand for summer vacation trips, with a 47% increase in searches for "cooling trips" since July [8] - CATL reported a 33.3% increase in net profit for the first half of 2025, with total revenue of 178.89 billion yuan and a cash dividend plan of 10.07 yuan per share [9]

Group 1: Event and City Engagement - The "Su Super" league in Jiangsu has led to increased engagement from cities with "zhou" in their names, with Changzhou using humor to attract attention despite being at the bottom of the score [1] - Changzhou's cultural tourism initiatives, including fun activities and creative products, have turned the city's losses into a celebration, enhancing its visibility [1] Group 2: Financial Support and Project Development - Changzhou's financial institution has actively supported the "Dinosaur Planet" project, a major provincial initiative, by providing a customized financing plan and ensuring timely fund disbursement, with a total loan amount of 400 million yuan [4] - The bank has conducted regular follow-ups to address any funding issues faced by the project, ensuring smooth operations [4] Group 3: Cultural and Culinary Promotion - The local dish "radish dry fried rice" gained popularity during the league, selling 30,000 pounds, showcasing the intersection of sports and local cuisine [5] - The financial institution has tailored services to support local businesses, ensuring efficient cash flow and promoting traditional culinary products [6] Group 4: New Energy and Industrial Collaboration - The local financial institution has partnered with Li Auto to support the construction of a new energy vehicle production facility, demonstrating a commitment to the local automotive industry [7][8] - The bank's collaboration with Li Auto and its suppliers has facilitated the establishment of a joint venture, enhancing service capabilities across the supply chain [7] Group 5: Cultural Heritage and Innovation - The integration of traditional crafts, such as the "random stitch embroidery," with modern events like the "Su Super" league has created a unique cultural experience [10] - The financial institution has leveraged its digital platform to promote local heritage products, driving sales and enhancing market appeal [10]

India says it killed militants who shot dead tourists in Kashmir https://t.co/RWlTVGG2Y5 ...

Industry Context & Conflict Drivers - The Rainbow Mountain in Peru, initially a tourism blessing, became a source of conflict due to lack of state administration and transparency in revenue distribution [6][9] - Mining companies' interest in the mineral-rich Andes region, including areas under the Rainbow Mountain, exacerbated tensions with indigenous communities [3][4] - Indigenous communities often struggle with mining companies, facing violence during protests, highlighting the state's pro-extraction stance [4] - The revocation of mining rights for Rainbow Mountain led to the expectation that tourism revenue would benefit the local community, but disputes over control of ticket revenues arose [5][6] Community Dynamics & Governance - Power struggles between communities (Chillihuani and Llacto) over ticket revenue control intensified after the initial revenue split deal [7][8] - Cecilio, as president of Chillihuani, controlled ticket revenue and neglected the Llacto sector, breeding resentment [8] - The absence of state oversight and regulation of Rainbow Mountain contributed to escalating tensions [9] - Cecilio's stance against state regulation and taxation of the indigenous community further fueled the conflict [10] Tragedy & Aftermath - Tensions culminated in a fatal confrontation, resulting in the death of Flavio, a community leader, highlighting the potential for violence [11][12] - Flavio's death was allegedly caused by a mob of approximately 80 people from the Chillihuani community [12] - The Llacto community honored Flavio with a dance reinterpreting his death, revealing the community's pain and inability to openly discuss the events [13] - Approximately 20 members of the Chillihuani community were placed in pre-trial detention following Flavio's killing, with the possibility that the truth may never be fully known [14]

Growth in tourism to Japan slowed in June as Hong Kong visitors stayed away after unfounded predictions that a megaquake was about to hit the country. https://t.co/AO0tOG8Nza ...

Travel Tips - Essential travel tips for first-time visitors to Japan [1] Travel Destination - Japan is a recommended travel destination [1]

Cuba’s crucial and struggling tourism industry gets hit with more US sanctions, as Donald Trump’s administration ratchets up pressure on the communist-run island and its top officials https://t.co/wTnpg8U5Py ...