Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte has posted bail after order issued for her arrest on charges she publicly threatened to arrange assassination of President Ferdinand…
A Viral AI Bot Just Showed Travel What Frictionless Actually Means
Skift Take: Instinct, a freshman AI assistant that has Silicon Valley buzzing, can book and rebook trips from a text thread. Key lesson for travel:…
The U.N. backs a new world map showing Africa in its true relative size
The U.N. has backed a new map showing Africa in its true relative size, with the U.S. standing alone in opposition.
Blackstone Plans $7 Billion IPO of Spanish Resort Owner Hotel Investment Partners: Report
Skift Take: After nearly two years of weighing a sale, the private equity giant is reportedly steering the Barcelona-based owner of hotels and resorts across…
Europe Prepares New Law to Support Cities’ Airbnb Crackdowns
Skift Take: Brussels is looking to advance legislation that would clarify local authorities’ power to crack down on short-term rentals amid Europe’s housing crisis. Read…
Biggest Innovators in Travel and Hospitality: Summer 2026
Skift Take: There is no shortage of launches and you can easily find the most expensive hospitality offerings. We’re most interested in judgment that leads…