Have you ever wanted to bypass the lengthy row of duty-free shops at Gatwick Airport? Well, it turns out there might just be a way. A resourceful traveller claims to have identified a discreet corridor at the South Terminal that enables you to avoid this area – and says it’s been hiding in plain sight.

Taking to TikTok in 2024, Nick Bieber revealed his reportedly ‘super fast’ path to finding the departure hall, where flights are typically shown on giant boards. There, you can also locate the relevant directions to your gate ahead of a flight.

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“Did you know there is a secret corridor at Gatwick South that takes you straight into departures and skips all of duty-free?” he asked his followers. “After security, when you turn left, you are usually led down these escalators, but don’t do it.

“Instead, look to your left and you will see a sign for the ‘Lounges.’ Head down there instead. Once you reach the end of this corridor, you’ll come out onto the first floor of the departure hall, where all the restaurants are.”

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Jyoti Malhotra with the man spotted delivering cake to Pakistan High Commission

Jyoti Malhotra, a travel blogger and YouTuber, has been arrested by Civil Lines police in Hisar, Haryana, on suspicion of spying for Pakistan. Jyoti Malhotra runs the YouTube channel Travel with JO. She was arrested from New Aggarsain Extension and has been booked under the relevant sections of the Official Secrets Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, said police. Officials stated that Jyoti Malhotra’s sustained engagement with Pakistani intelligence constitutes a violation of the Official Secrets Act and poses a threat to national security.Her YouTube channel account shows some videos regarding her visit to Pakistan — ‘Indian Girl in Pakistan’, ‘Indian Girl Exploring Lahore’, ‘Indian Girl at Katas Raj Temple’ and ‘Indian Girl Rides Luxury Bus in Pakistan’.Police said that Malhotra maintained regular contact with Pakistani intelligence operatives and shared sensitive information through platforms including WhatsApp, Telegram and Snapchat. She reportedly saved Shahbaz’s mobile number as ‘Jatt Randhawa’ to avoid any suspicion.Jyoti Malhotra has YouTube channel “Travel with JO” and has frequently traveled to various countries, including Pakistan. Investigators state that she was tasked by her Pakistani handlers to project a positive image of Pakistan through her social media content. During interrogation, Malhotra claimed she was part of a delegation that visited Pakistan in 2023.According to the First Information Report (FIR), during this visit, she reportedly met a man identified as Ahsan-ur-Rahim alias Danish and continued communication with him via WhatsApp and other messaging applications after returning to India. On a subsequent trip to Pakistan, allegedly at Ahsan’s suggestion, Malhotra came into contact with Ali Ahsan, who introduced her to members of Pakistani Intelligence and security agencies.According to the Police, it was during this period that Malhotra began sharing information deemed sensitive with her Pakistani contacts. Malhotra reportedly admitted to saving the contact numbers of her Pakistani handlers under deceptive names to evade suspicion. Investigators believe this was a deliberate attempt to conceal her interactions with Pakistani Intelligence Operatives (PIOs).Jyoti Malhotra’s YouTube channel and Instagram account have 3.77 lakh subscribers and 1.33 lakh followers respectively. She has described herself as a ‘Nomadic Leo Girl’, ‘Wanderer Haryanvi + Punjabi’ and ‘purane khayalon ki modern ladki’ on her YouTube channel.After the Pahalgam terrorist attack on April 22, a video of a man carrying a cake delivery box to the Pakistan HIgh Commission in Delhi went viral. The same man has been spotted in one of the videos on the YouTube channel of Jyoti Malhotra.

To celebrate Princess Lilibet’s 4th birthday, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle brought their children to Disneyland.

In a series of videos and photos posted on Meghan’s Instagram, the Duchess of Sussex shared a cute peek at her family’s trip to the theme park. “Thank you @disneyland for giving our family two days of pure joy!” she wrote.

Meghan/Instagram The family of four poses for a photo at Disney.

Prince Archie and Princess Lili’s faces were not visible in any of the pictures, with Meghan adding emojis over their faces for privacy. “Our kids are young,” Meghan told CBS News Sunday Morning last summer while discussing online safety for parents. “They’re amazing. But all you want to do as parents is protect them. And so, as we can see what’s happening in the online space, we know that there’s a lot of work to be done there, and we’re just happy to be able to be a part of change for good.”

However since Meghan launched her Instagram back in January, she has posted glimpses of her family’s life in California, which has included her children. To mark Lili’s birthday last week, she shared a series of never-before-seen pictures of her daughter, writing, “Four years ago today she came into our lives – and each day is brighter and better because of it.”

Meghan/Instagram The Sussexes wore matching Mickey hats.

Meghan/Instagram The siblings ride a carousel together.

Other pictures from Meghan’s reel featured a Little Mermaid-themed cake for Lili, on numerous rides with their kids, and the Duke and Duchess going on Space Mountain.

Harry, Meghan, and Archie on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Meghan/Instagram Archie takes in Star Wars stormtroopers. Meghan/Instagram Harry and Lili on a ride together. Meghan/Instagram Harry and Meghan, sans their kids, on Space Mountain. Meghan/Instagram The Sussexes and their eldest on a Cars-themed ride. Meghan/Instagram Lili’s Princess Ariel-themed birthday cake. Meghan/Instagram

The trip recalled a childhood visit that Prince Harry took to the theme park. When Harry was 8 years old, his mom Princess Diana took him and his older brother Prince William to Disney World in Florida.

BOB PEARSON // Getty Images In August 1993, Princess Diana (back row, R), along with her friends Kate Menzies (back row C) and Catherine Soames (back row, L), rides the Splash Mountain ride at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom during the third day of their vacation. Front row left is Prince Harry.

Why Pants?

“I think pants have unique qualities, especially in a woman’s life,” The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants author Ann Brashares told BookBrowse of how she devised the novel’s conceit, a magical pair of jeans that fits four friends of differing sizes. “Whatever bodily insecurities we have, we seem to take out on our pants. In high school, my friends would have their skinny pants and their fat pants. I like pants that allow women not to judge their bodies. The Traveling Pants are the kind of pants that always love you.”

And she got the idea for the book when she was working as an editor and a colleague told her about sharing a pair of pants with her friends one summer.

“She told me the pants had sadly been lost in Borneo,” Brashares said. “My mind was immediately filled with all sorts of wonderful possibilities.”

‘I’m a flight attendant – here’s five secrets to getting the best treatment onboard’

A former Emirates flight attendant has shared the five secrets to scoring the best treatment onboard your flight

A former Emirates flight attendant has shared the five secrets to scoring the best treatment onboard your flight this summer (Stock image) (Image: Digital Vision )

A flight attendant has shared the top secrets to scoring the best treatment onboard your flight this summer.

Michelle Stoner, VIP flight attendant and former Emirates cabin crew, has shared how small gestures such as purchasing chocolates for your air stewards, and by just dressing nicely, you could boost your chance of “good fortune” during your journey.

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The first top tip the air stewardess, who has partnered with VSO, shared was the advantage of purchasing a box of chocolates before you get on the plane.

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She said: “The best tip is to buy a bag of duty-free chocolates and give it to the cabin crew when you’re boarding. They will remember you and give you special treatment, it works like a charm!

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Most airlines don’t provide blankets and pillows on the seats, but you can always ask the crew because they’ll be hiding them somewhere, and If you have kids, you could ask if they have any complimentary toys or play books for them – these are normally on longer flights and those bigger airlines.”

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To get the best seat on the plane, Michelle suggests looking as far back on the plane as possible, especially if you ar on a fairly empty flight.

She said: “The further back you go, the emptier it seems to get.”

“If you have a fairly empty flight, you’re almost guaranteed a row at the back to yourself – make sure you ask the crew and claim it as soon as you know the doors are closed for boarding.

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“You can also ask the check agent if the flight is busy and then ask if you can change seats to a better one – they normally are very helpful!”

Other flight hacks involving seat reservations involved using your wardrobe to its maximum.

The air stewardess said “dressing nicely” can be the difference between snagging an upgrade or not on the plane.

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She added: “It’s a good idea to dress nicely at the airport if you would like an upgrade. They are more likely to upgrade a well-dressed passenger instead of one boarding in their pyjamas.

“The obvious way would be through a loyalty program and to use your reward points. Additionally, you can always try your luck and ask nicely at the check-in desk.”

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Michelle also suggested taking advantage of the app your airline has on offer, as you may be able to nab upgrades at a cheaper rate.

She added there was one specific day of the week which is rumoured to be better for grabbing a good deal.

The former Emirates flight attendant said: Using the airline’s app can give you upgrades for much cheaper and better deals. Booking on a Tuesday is also rumoured to be the cheapest day to find the best deals on flights.”

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Airport security is the final area Michelle has discussed, emphasising how important it is to be organised when you are planning your getaway.

She said: “Be organised, prepare your bag before you get to airport security.

“Have your plastic bag ready with your toiletries- despite not every airport needing them anymore, it’s always good to be prepared – empty your water bottle, have your laptop easily accessible and wear shoes that are easily removable. Don’t be that person who holds up the line!”