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Solving over-tourism crisis – and how it can benefit British holidaymakers

In May, 1967 a skinny, pale junior schoolboy from a rural market town celebrated his seventh birthday with his parents. Not at home under the big skies of East Anglia, but in Malgrat de Mar, a beach...

Escape to the Country couple 'excited' over 'special' home under £1m budget

Escape to the Country returned to our screens on Monday (May 12), with host Nicki Chapman guiding a couple through their Sussex property hunt.BBC audiences met Andy, a flight attendant, and Michael,...

Kwik Fit founder Sir Tom Farmer dies aged 84

Kwik Fit founder Sir Tom Farmer dies aged 841 hour agoCraig WilliamsBBC Scotland NewsSNSThe founder of the Kwik Fit garage chain, Sir Tom Farmer, has died at the age of 84.The Edinburgh-born...

Indiana Jones in Glasgow: The US films you never knew were shot in UK

Indiana Jones in Glasgow: The US films you never knew were shot in UK4 hours agoAlex TaylorBBC News Culture reporter•@TayloredwordYasmin RufoBBC News Culture reporter•@YasminRufoGetty...

British rockers The Who issue huge farewell announcement - and UK fans will be gutted

British rockers The Who have announced the final tour of their musica career after six decades in the music business. The Another Tricky Day hitmakers – who formed in the 1960s – unveiled the...

Americans used to be steadfast in their support for Israel. Those days are gone

Americans used to be steadfast in their support for Israel. Those days are gone24 minutes agoTom BatemanUS State Department correspondent•tombatemanLuke MintzBBC News•lukemintzGiles EdwardsBBC...

How war veterans really feel about memorials – and it's not what you might think

Wreaths left following the National Service Of Remembrance At The Cenotaph (Image: Getty)Betty Webb MBE was a remarkable woman. When she died in March, aged 101, the outpouring of affection was...

Are tourists abandoning one of Spain's most famous holiday islands?

Ibiza, long celebrated as Europe’s summer playground, is facing a surprising shift. Once a magnet for partygoers, influencers and sun-seekers, the island is seeing a noticeable dip in tourist...

Border crossings, egg prices and jobs - Trump's speech fact-checked

Border crossings, egg prices and jobs - Trump's 100 days speech fact-checked2 hours agoJake Horton & Lucy GilderBBC VerifyGetty ImagesPresident Trump used a rally in Michigan to mark what he...

Famous UK high street shop announces new store opening after shutting 26 shops

New Look has long been a household name along high streets across the country. However in recent years the iconic chain has been grappling with financial difficulties, prompting a string of closures....

European politician suggests getting rid of Belgium and dividing it up

A senior Dutch politician has reportedly suggested dividing up Belgium between France and the Netherlands, effectively eliminating the country. Martin Bosma, president of the Dutch Parliament...

'Once-popular' tourist hotspots everyone has 'forgotten' about

They were once popular tourist destinations - but they've been overshadowed by other hotspots across the globe in recent years.In search for somewhere to go on holiday, people have taken to social...

'Once-popular' tourist hotspots everyone has 'forgotten' about

They were once popular tourist destinations - but they've been overshadowed by other hotspots across the globe in recent years.In search for somewhere to go on holiday, people have taken to social...

The rapid remaking of a nation

The rapid remaking of a nation, in 100 days2 days agoAnthony Zurcher and Tom GeogheganBBC News, WashingtonBBCDuring last year's presidential campaign, Donald Trump constantly repeated his intention...

Damien Thomas dead: 80s horror film legend dies as daughter pays devastated tribute

British actor Damien Thomas, best known for his iconic role as Count Karnstein in the Hammer Films horror classic Twins of Evil, has died at the age of 83.Thomas passed away on April 18 at Salisbury...

Anne Robinson's heartbreaking admission about losing custody of child

Former Weakest Link host, Anne Robinson, has opened up on the heartbreak that she faced when losing custody of her daughter due to battling alcoholism. The now 80-year-old was previously married to...

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame picks Outkast but not Oasis

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame picks Outkast but not Oasis6 hours agoMark SavageMusic CorrespondentGetty ImagesInnovative rap group Outkast, pop star Cyndi Lauper and 1960s pioneer Chubby Checker have...

People gobsmacked by beautiful 'hidden gem' in UK which 'looks like Grand Canyon'

With the weather improving you might be thinking about venturing to a beautiful outdoor spot to explore in the coming days and weeks.Whether its for hiking, a long walk, sunbathing or a picnic,...

The rapid remaking of a nation, in 100 days

The rapid remaking of a nation, in 100 days1 hour agoAnthony Zurcher and Tom GeogheganBBC News, WashingtonBBCDuring last year's presidential campaign, Donald Trump constantly repeated his intention...

What should Democrats do now? Everyone has a different answer

What should Democrats do now? Everyone has a different answer7 hours agoKayla EpsteinBBC NewsReporting fromBakersfield, CaliforniaGetty ImagesDemocrats have struggled to land a unified message in...