Articles by MJ De Castro

Newly Discovered Shipwreck Believed To Contain $130 Billion Worth Of Gold

A Korean-based maritime salvage company has announced the discovery of the Dmitrii Donskoi shipwreck. The Russian warship, which sank in 1905, is said to have $130 billion worth of gold bars and coins.

Highway 1 In California Officially Reopens Following Massive Landslide

The repairs on Highway 1 has finally finished two months ahead of its schedule. The famous stretch of road has been closed for more than a year due to mudslides and storms in the Big Sur region.

Why Are There Giant Wooden Trolls In Chicago?

Those who have a thirst for adventures would absolutely love the Troll Hunt at The Morton Arboretum. The wooden creatures were created by Danish artist Thomas Dambo to carry an important environmental message.

Attention, Travelers: A Lot Of Ryanair Flights Just Got Canceled

Budget airline Ryanair predicts that over 100,000 of its passengers in Spain, Portugal, and Belgium will be affected by the staff’s two-day strike. Passengers have been offered full refunds, re-accommodation, and alternative flights.

Thanks To Virtual Reality, You Can Fly Through UAE’s Longest Zipline — In London

Londoners can finally get a glimpse of the adventure that awaits them in the mountains of United Arab Emirates. To increase its visitors, the world’s longest zipline will give people a taste of the experience through augmented reality goggles.

Starbucks To Open Its First Deaf-Friendly Branch In Washington, DC

Starbucks is taking a step forward into making its store inclusive for people hard-of-hearing and deaf people. The chain is opening its first deaf-friendly store in Washington, which will hire at least 20 staff fluent in ASL.

A New Luxury Hotel From Atelier Ace Is Hitting New Orleans In 2019

People in New Orleans have something new to look forward to. Famous for building distinctive boutique hotels, Ace Hotels is bringing its brand to the city with its Maison de la Luz. The luxury hotel will open next year.

Lyft Will Give Big Discounts For Bike, Scooter Rides

Good news await riders of Lyft as the company announced huge discounts for multi-modal riders. After buying Motivate, a bike-sharing network, Lyft is taking steps to make the company an all-in-one transportation service.

The Best Spots In The World For Diving With Sharks

Those who have a thirst for adventure would absolutely love to see sharks in their natural habitat. Seeing the feared animal in the open ocean not only warrants an adventure of a lifetime, but also an understanding of their species.

Yup, Watermelon Skiing Is A Thing, Here’s Everything You Need To Know About The Weird Sport

Adventurers have not lived fully until they have tried the absolutely ridiculous sport of watermelon skiing. The wacky event, which started in the watermelon capital of Australia, is finally getting its much-deserved attention.

New York City Wins Against Airbnb Showdown: Home-Sharing Companies Now Required To Disclose Host Names, Addresses

In an effort to regulate home rental services in the city, New York City Council has voted for a bill that would require companies to submit the names and addresses of its hosts to the Mayor’s Office of Special Enforcement.

Amtrak’s Vintage Glass-Domed Train Car Is Making A Comeback: Get Amazing Views Of New England And Canada

Those who want to witness the changing colors of the fall will surely love to take a ride in the Great Dome by Amtrak. The 1950s train will offer mesmerizing views of the landscapes, which include coastlines and marshes.

Everything You Need To Know About #PlaneBae, A Digital Love Story That’s Actually An Invasion Of Privacy

Rosey Blair’s tweets of two people on a plane sparked many interests. However, romantic hopefuls on Twitter got slammed after what was supposed to be a harmless digital age love story was labeled as an invasion of privacy.

See How Ancient Romans Watched The Opening Games At The Colosseum With Holograms And Virtual Reality

A new multimedia show in the grand Colosseum will take its audience back in time to witness the Opening Games. Dubbed Sangue e Arena, the show will make use of holograms and elaborate lighting for a realistic experience.

Supersonic Jets Promise Airline Innovation, But Also Pose Environmental Risks

The environmental harm that supersonic jets may bring has raised the concern of many environmental advocates after the International Council on Clean Transportation has released its study. According to the report, the jets will fail to comply with environmental requirements.