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This African country is ‘better and cheaper' than Turkey, Spain, Portugal - 3 reasons why

Brits are always keen to get as much as they can for their money when taking a much needed break abroad. Some popular foreign destinations that have emerged over recent decades are in Europe, such as...

Travel expert reveals the cheapest months to fly this year for budget-friendly getaways

As summer approaches, many of us will be planning a getaway to make the most of the good weather from the likes of one of Europe’s best beaches, or perhaps lounge by a pool with a swim up bar....

Labour-run council slammed after introducing second home tax - on 33 homeowners

A Labour-run council has been criticised after introducing a second-home council tax on 33 homeowners. Critics said Rochdale council undertook a "cash grabbing" move, given that properties account...

Brits warned 'don't come' to holiday hotspot as cost to visit is '<b class='text-danger'>extortionate</b>'

Brits warned 'don't come' to holiday hotspot as cost to visit is 'extortionate'

Brits have been told "don't come" to a popular holiday destination, as prices at the hotspot have been getting "out of control". It comes after tourists have warned of the worrying prices at the...

Majorca tourist chaos as seaside city invaded by 23 cruise ships in one week

Questions are being raised about whether the agreement limiting the arrival of cruise ships in Palma, the capital of Majorca, which was implemented in 2022 is being fulfilled following a hectic May...

Labour's barmy milkshake tax proves Rachel Reeves can't keep her hands off your cash

In a week of strong contenders for mad Labour ideas, including a taxpayer funded Pagan chaplain for the Ministry of Justice and Ed Miliband’s latest delusional plot to “dim” the sun, when all...

King Charles's Sandringham sparks fury as visitors make two complaints

The King’s Sandringham Estate has failed to make a regal impression on some visitors who have complained about the high cost ofits entrance fee and food. The Norfolk house and 60-acre garden was...

Heartbreak for UK city as last shop of its kind to close after 40 years

A UK city is set to lose a shop that is the "last of its kind" after almost 40 years of trading. The family-run shop in Birmingham city centre opened in 1987 and will close its doors for good on Good...

Shop owner hits back at 'heartbreaking abuse' over her £10 pasties

A deli owner in Cornwall has hit back at critics after being scrutinised for the shop's pasty pricing. Terri and Caleb Munday, who own Mousehole Deli and Kitchen, found themselves under fire for...

Chappell Roan doesn't have faintest idea what she's talking about on huge issue

Gen-Z popstar Chappell Roan, 27, says all her friends who have children are “in hell” and she doesn’t know “anyone who is happy with children at her age”. She continues: “I literally have...

'I moved to Benidorm after lad's holiday - one thing made me refuse to return to UK'

A young man made the bold decision to move to Benidorm after just one visit - and has vowed never to return to the UK.There’s many wonderful things about life in Great Britain but it’s certainly...

Lady Gaga fans furious as Ticketmaster 'crashes' with 100k-long queues and £800 tickets

Lady Gaga's 'Little Monsters' have been in a frenzy this afternoon as tickets to her latest tour, The Mayhem Ball, went on sale. But huge online queues and high ticket prices have left fans with...

Full list of products Meghan Markle's brand As Ever is selling and the extortionate prices

Meghan Markle's brand, As Ever, will officially launch at some point today, with nine products in total going on sale. The Duchess of Sussex has been working on her lifestyle brand since last year,...

'Greedy landlords are cashing in and forcing us out of town'

'Greedy landlords are cashing in and forcing us out of town'9 hours agoGeorge KingBBC News, SuffolkGetty ImagesThe construction of the Sizewell C nuclear power plant on the Suffolk coast is a key...

Dubai chocolate backlash as UK shoppers ask 'why are they so expensive?'

UK shoppers are complaining about the current 'Dubai chocolate' trend and have asked why the bars are so expensive. The trend has become popular on social media site TikTok and refers to a chunky...

Kirstie Allsopp hits back at 'having a go at poor Rachel Reeves' claim as Brits dealt blow

Kirstie Allsopp has urged Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves to deliver a change on a huge tax which will soon impact millions of Britons. It comes as home buyers are scrambling to complete purchases by...

Travel experts name places not to visit in Greece, Spain, France and Italy

Travel experts have shared which of Europe’s holiday hotspots they think Brits planning their next holidays should avoid. The European travel writers showcased the most and least spoilt...