As tourists dream of sipping an Aperol spritz whilst gazing across the calming waters of Lake Como, fringed by luxurious villas, so too are hundreds of thousands of others. Each year, the iconic...
Concerns are growing over the potential for a hantavirus outbreak in Birmingham as bin worker strikes continue. Originating from mice and rats, the virus was also responsible for killing the wife of...
City breaks are starting to take centre stage ahead of high season and beach holidays — not just for their cultural appeal, but for their ease and affordability. With fewer crowds and more...
Betrayed Second World War veterans forced the Government into a humiliating public climbdown just hours after being told they would receive no cash to attend D-Day events this year. Charities helping...
Fresh details are still emerging more than two months after actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their New Mexico home. The 95-year-old Hollywood legend and his classical...
Big drop in plays staged by theatres over past decade8 minutes agoIan YoungsCulture reporterGetty ImagesThe number of plays and musicals staged by the UK's main subsidised theatres last year was down...
Biggest choice of low-deposit mortgages for 17 years2 hours agoKevin PeacheyCost of living correspondentGetty ImagesMore low-deposit mortgages are available to choose from than at any time since the...
Royal Mail: The curious case of why a billionaire wants to buy what looks like a fading relic8 minutes agoSimon JackBusiness editor•bbcsimonjackBBCFrom the end of April, the 500-year-old Royal Mail...
Sandymouth beach, just a 15-minute drive from the Cornish town of Bude, is a serene stretch of coastline that doesn’t get the attention it deserves. The reason for this is its steep walk down from...
In the midst of a brutal 18-month war against Hamas, and with the prospect of conflict with Iran looming, it is little wonder some may consider Israel to be on the verge of a PTSD crisis. But the...
Move over Mykonos - there’s a new Greek favourite among Brits. With the summer holidays drawing closer and people looking for relaxation, data from Welcome Pickups has revealed Athens...
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With the cost of living continuing to increase, many Brits have spent the last few years opting for budget-friendly holidays as a way to keep the costs down come summertime. However, this year prices...
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Why is British Steel in trouble and who owns it?14 minutes agoJennifer MeierhansBusiness reporterSean SeddonBBC NewsGetty ImagesThe UK government is poised to take control of a major British Steel...
King Charles and Queen Camilla will lead members of the Royal Family next week at the Easter Sunday church service, Buckingham Palace has announced. It will mark their first major appearance since...
Opting for a less-touristy destination can not only benefit the locals but also enhance your holiday experience. The adverse effects of overtourism, such as crammed streets in Venice and skyrocketing...
Record numbers of Britons are now members of Dignitas, in a trend campaigners described as “concrete evidence” that people are crying out for greater choice at the end of life. The UK accounted...
Plans for another barbershop in a Welsh town with 13 already open have sparked concerns among locals. A planning application to open a 14th establishment in a shop in Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taf, has...
'Part of us is still in Gaza': Freed Israeli hostages fight for a new ceasefire48 minutes agoYolande KnellMiddle East correspondentReporting fromJerusalemGetty Images"This week is Passover - the...