The best places in the world to travel in 2026, according to National Geographic

The best places in the world to travel in 2026, according to National Geographic

Every year, the entire staff of National Geographic — writers, explorers, photographers — get together to decide the best places to visit in the year to come. It’s like the world’s most qualified travel company is giving you advice for free. Getting there, now that will cost you – although for 2026’s picks, some destinations…

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The best places in the world to travel in 2026, according to National Geographic

The best places in the world to travel in 2026, according to National Geographic

Every year, the entire staff of National Geographic — writers, explorers, photographers — get together to decide the best places to visit in the year to come. It’s like the world’s most qualified travel company is giving you advice for free. Getting there, now that will cost you – although for 2026’s picks, some destinations…

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Prop. 50 wins big: California voters pass new U.S. House map to boost Democrats in 2026

Prop. 50 wins big: California voters pass new U.S. House map to boost Democrats in 2026

CALIFORNIA VOTERS APPROVED new congressional district boundaries Tuesday, delivering a victory for Democrats in the state-by-state redistricting battle that will help determine which party wins control of the U.S. House in 2026 and, with it, the power to thwart or advance President Donald Trump’s agenda. The approval of Proposition 50 gives Democrats a shot at…

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San Jose recognized as safest among major U.S. cities, but mayor sees 'a long way to go'

San Jose recognized as safest among major U.S. cities, but mayor sees ‘a long way to go’

SAN JOSE IS BEING RECOGNIZED as the nation’s safest major city, but officials say there’s still work to be done. A report by financial tech company SmartAsset has ranked San Jose safest out of the 50 largest U.S. cities based on several factors, including violent crimes, traffic fatalities per 100,000 residents, median income and housing…

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She left the Bay Area for France with her beloved pets, but then her plans took a sad turn after she arrived – The Mercury News

She left the Bay Area for France with her beloved pets, but then her plans took a sad turn after she arrived – The Mercury News

As she sips on coffee at a cafe in southern France, Chiara Adorno’s ears prick up at the sound of the native accents around her and a smile spreads across her face. Despite living in the region for nearly a year, she sometimes feels like she’s “walking into a fairy tale” when hearing some of…

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