In Your Head, You Count Every Day’: Former October 7 Hostage Reflects on Two Years in Captivity
Fundacion Rapala – Bar Kupershtein stepped out of the medical center with a smile that hid the weight of 738 days spent underground in Gaza. His gentle wave to supporters contrasted sharply with the trauma he endured two years he openly calls “hell.” At just 23, he faced the unimaginable: surviving starvation, isolation, and violence
Why Travelers Are Heading to Somalia Despite the Risks
Fundacion Rapala – Somalia has lived for decades under the shadow of war, piracy, and instability. Its name often sparks fear, not curiosity. Yet the country is now observing a surprising rise in foreign tourists. Government data shows nearly 10,000 visitors arrived in 2024, a jump of 50 percent from the previous year. Many still
Changing Winds in Week 11: Injuries, Upsets, and a Historic NFL Debut in Spain
Fundacion Rapala – NFL Week Eleven started with a historic scene in Madrid, where the Miami Dolphins and Washington Commanders played at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. The matchup marked Spain’s first regular-season NFL game, and fans filled the stadium with a mix of curiosity and excitement. The game itself was tight, low-scoring, and fueled mostly by
On Epstein and Venezuela, Trump Tries to Rebrand
Fundacion Rapala – The Trump rebranding strategy takes center stage as the administration tries to recover from months of political pressure and public criticism. Trump’s team now leans heavily on renaming and reframing several policies to shift the national conversation. They believe sharper messaging can slow the negative narrative around immigration raids, military actions, and
It Used to Be Europe’s Secret Season. Then the Crowds Arrived
Fundacion Rapala – The story of It Used to Be Europe’s Secret Season. Then the Crowds Arrived reflects a shift that many travelers have felt but rarely stop to analyze: Europe’s fall has transformed into a new peak season. For years, September and October were whispered about as the continent’s “secret season,” a time when
Egypt’s New 155mph Desert-Proof Trains Mark a Historic Leap Forward
Fundacion Rapala – The Egypt’s high-speed trains project has opened a new chapter in the nation’s transport history. Siemens Mobility presented its Velaro train at TransMEA 2025, drawing attention from engineers, travelers, and government officials. The train, built to handle extreme heat and sand, can reach 250 kilometers per hour. The unveiling felt like more
Mount Nemrut: Where Colossal Stone Gods Guard a 2,000-Year-Old Mystery
Fundacion Rapala – Mount Nemrut rises quietly above Adıyaman, its rocky slopes blending into the Taurus range. From a distance, it looks like any other mountain. But as travelers climb higher, the surprise appears: a line of giant stone heads near the summit. Their calm expressions, worn by wind and frost, seem to watch the
Aprilia RS-GP Sets New Aerodynamic Standard in MotoGP
Fundacion Rapala – The 2025 MotoGP season has been full of surprises, but Aprilia’s performance in the Portuguese Grand Prix stood out as a turning point. Marco Bezzecchi, riding the Aprilia RS-GP, outpaced rivals including Alex Marquez from Gresini Ducati to secure victory. The win not only showcased Bezzecchi’s growing maturity as a racer but
Horizon Plane’s Futuristic Shape Could Revolutionize Flying
Fundacion Rapala – The aviation industry is searching for ways to fly cleaner, and the “Horizon” plane by San Diego-based Natilus could be a breakthrough. Its blended-wing body more like a manta ray than a traditional jet aims to change both design and efficiency. The aircraft is built to carry around 200 passengers while producing
In 2025, Indonesian Passport Three Times Stronger Than Afghanistan’s
Fundacion Rapala – In 2025, the Indonesian passport achieved a stronger global standing, ranking 67th out of 104 countries, based on the latest report from Henley & Partners, a global citizenship advisory firm in London. Holders of an Indonesian passport can now travel visa-free to 73 countries, showing steady progress in international mobility. In contrast,