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The pretty but remote seaside village undergoing revival from adventurous tourists

A pretty but isolated seaside village has been undergoing a revival from adventurous tourists. Nyksund is a coastal fishing village in Øksnes, Norway. It is located on the northern part of the...

Brits caught up in Bali CHAOS as deadly riots leave seven killed in violent street battles

British holidaymakers planning trips to Bali have been hit with an urgent safety warning after violent riots erupted across Indonesia, leaving seven people dead and hundreds injured in the worst...

Pope wades into Keir Starmer’s Chagos surrender deal as he speaks of 'grave injustice'

Pope Leo, who is the first American Pope, had an audience with around 2,000 people forced from their homes by Britain in the 1960s and 1970s so the naval and bomber facility could be built.Displaced...

Brits' favourite Spanish island smashes souvenir drug ring for selling tourists crack

Spanish cops have smashed a large drug operation targeting British tourists in the Canary Islands, where souvenir sellers were also offering holidaymakers crack cocaine, ecstasy, ketamine, and...

Russia set to test 'unstoppable doomsday' nuclear missile as fears of WW3 surge

Russia is reportedly preparing to carry out a new test of its doomsday nuclear-powered missile, as fears continue to grow that the Kremlin is preparing for a major war with Nato. Satellite imagery...

Putin sparks fresh nuclear fears as Russia tipped to test again jinxed 'Flying Chernobyl'

Vladimir Putin is feared to be preparing new tests of his jinxed ‘Flying Chernobyl’ missile. The Burevestnik is supposedly capable of flying for days or even weeks on end as it probes weaknesses...

Picturesque town with no litter, unique attractions and orca watching

Scotland has been battling a significant litter issue, reportedly worsened by the Covid-19 pandemic. The country's urban areas have borne the brunt of the problem, with Dundee and Glasgow being...

Canary Islands dealt blow as Lanzarote 'abandoned' by German tourists

German visitor numbers have declined by nearly 30,000 in one year in Lanzarote. From January to May 2025, some 146,079 German visitors were recorded in Lanzarote, compared to 174,976 for the period...

Canary Islands on brink of huge change affecting Tenerife, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria

The Canary Islands may introduce a flat rate for taxis to make costs more predictable and competitive for travellers. The government hopes an aligned service may encourage locals and tourists to use...

British man arrested in Lanzarote Airport after workers smell suitcase's strong odour

A 27-year-old British man attempting to board a plane in the Canary Islands has been detained by police after airport workers noticed a strange smell coming from his luggage.A routine inspection of...

Faroes-style tunnels could 'transform' fortunes for Shetland isles

Faroes-style tunnels could 'transform' fortunes for Shetland isles55 minutes agoJames CookScotland EditorReporting fromTórshavn, Faroe Islands Cara BerkleyBBC NewsReporting fromTórshavn, Faroe...

The UK island that was once one of the world's 'most dangerous'

The UK has between 4,400 and 6,000 islands, varying in size, geography and habitation. The main island of Great Britain (which includes England, Scotland and Wales) is of course the largest in the...

Spain holidays threatened by 'significant weather risk'

The British dream of a sunny day on the beach in Spain may be at risk this weekend as yellow and even orange weather alerts have been issued for several tourist regions and islands. Thunderstorms and...

Popular tourist destination on the brink of collapse

Located in the Atlantic Ocean, lies the Bahamas. This archipelago is a popular tourist destination that attracts millions of tourists every year. It’s known for its beautiful beaches, turquoise...

The gorgeous Greek island just as pretty as Santorini but always overlooked by tourists

Every summer, millions of tourists flock to Greece, drawn by visions of whitewashed houses, crystal-clear turquoise waters and picturesque sunsets. But, while Santorini and Mykonos soak up much of...