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UK top 20 seaside town boasts one of Europe's best beaches and a wonder of the world

Boasting golden sands and one of the most stunning naturally occurring landmarks in the country, Weymouth in Dorset has been hailed as “the epitome of a picturesque British coastal town.”A part...

Emergency workers in grip of growing mental health crisis - 'pushed to breaking point'

Emergency workers face a mental health “crisis” as workload soars and they face cost of living pressures, a charity has warned. They contacted the Laura Hyde Foundation, a healthcare mental...

Tourists arrive in Barcelona and consider leaving after just one hour

Two young tourists have expressed their astonishment over an unfortunate incident that occurred within an hour of them arriving in Barcelona. Spain is one of the most popular destinations for...

Reform finally unite with Tories for first time over key migrant issue to humiliate Labour

The Tories and Reform UK have finally united over a new amendment to force the government to come clean over foreign national offenders. Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick has secured support...

I'll explain what it's like to live in the contested British rock on the edge of Spain

With its red phone boxes, classic full English breakfasts, and a retro-style M&S, it feels like stepping back in time to a 1970s British high street. But this isn’t a quaint village in the...

At a glance: Key points from government's defence strategy

At a glance: Key points from government's defence strategy14 minutes agoOscar BentleyPolitical reporterPA MediaPrime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has set out the government's defence strategy for the...

UK beach warning as little-known rule could lead to £1,000 fine

The UK has many beautiful beaches, with some of them even being ranked among the best in Europe for their turquoise shores. Keeping them in pristine condition can be quite the challenge, especially...

UK tourists urged to 'avoid' holiday hotspot in Greece

As the wave of anti-tourism demonstrations that have gripped Europe in the last year looks set to continue, the worst holiday destinations due to overtourism have been revealed. This Sunday, 18...

Hot weather maps show 25C 'mini-heatwave' hitting England and Scotland – check your area

A wave of warm weather is set to sweep across the UK within days, with new maps showing temperatures hitting 24C and 25C in parts of England and even northern Scotland. With May well underway and...

Hot weather maps show 23C heat blast to hit the UK in days - check your area

New hot weather maps have shown the UK is set to be hit by a blast of warm air in a matter of days. Hot weather is once again on the way, with the latest weather maps from Netweather showing...

'I flipped out, I said no way!' - Chicago celebrates hometown Pope

'I flipped out, I said no way!' - Chicago celebrates hometown Pope5 hours agoMike WendlingBBC News•@mwendlingReporting fromChicagoBBC / Mike WendlingThe church where Pope Leo XIV attended mass as a...

Wetherspoon makes major menu change in pubs from May

J D Wetherspoon has announced a major change will be hitting its pub menus across the UK this month.The popular pub chain has confirmed four new gourmet burgers will be added to its menu from...

JK Rowling hits out at 'backstabbing' Harry Potter cast in scathing open letter

JK Rowling has released an open letter slamming the signatories of a pro-trans letter, suggesting their support is based on fear, not bravery. The famed author lit up social media, denouncing the...

Why India and Pakistan fight over Kashmir

ReutersNuclear-armed neighbours India and Pakistan have fought two wars and a limited conflict over Kashmir. But why do they dispute the territory - and how did it start?How old is this...

Germany's Merz becomes chancellor after surviving historic vote failure

Germany's Merz becomes chancellor after surviving historic vote failure16 hours agoPaul Kirby and Jessica ParkerIn London and BerlinGetty ImagesConservative leader Friedrich Merz has won a parliament...