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Pretty UK town dubbed 'Queen of the Cotswolds' that hasn't changed in years

Painswick, often referred to as "The Queen of the Cotswolds", is a hidden treasure in the region and an ideal destination for a day trip this autumn. This quaint town is one of the best-preserved...

Farewell to the 'female Stan Laurel' as tributes paid to Dame Patricia Routledge

Dame Patricia Routledge, famous for playing the pretentious social climber Hyacinth Bucket in TV sitcom Keeping Up Appearances, has died at the age of 96. The multi-award-winning star of stage and...

11 of the best Christmas markets in Europe to visit in 2025

Europe's most celebrated Christmas markets are gearing up to open their doors, promising a return to festive cheer and timeless traditions. From the historic squares of Germany to the medieval...

The cosiest place in the UK to visit this autumn named - and it's not the Cotswolds

As soon as the leaves turn golden and burgundy, travellers go on the hunt for places to visit that feel warm, welcoming, and steeped in seasonal beauty. The Cotswolds are renowned as the ideal...

Russia's answer to Eurovision is less kitsch, more Kremlin

Russia's answer to Eurovision is less kitsch, more Kremlin1 hour agoSteve RosenbergRussia editor in MoscowBBCAt a Moscow concert hall, Shohruhmirzo Ganiyev is crooning about love and his motherland,...

UK weather: Flooding fears as nearly one month's rain to batter parts of country in hours

The UK is bracing for a month's worth of rain to fall in just a few hours today, sparking fears of widespread flooding and travel chaos.Two yellow weather warnings have been issued as torrential...

How a bowl of porridge is transforming communities in drought-striken Zimbabwe

In the heart of drought-stricken rural Zimbabwe, crops have withered and livelihoods have vanished – but a school is emerging as a beacon of hope. At Dromoland Primary School, nestled in...

The small village 'filled with celebs' where homes cost £100k less than London

Moving from London can be tricky as there seems to be a wide range of different villages on offer. One quiet area in Buckinghamshire that is seemingly under the radar has been home to multiple famous...

Best places to retire in the UK as ranked by top polls this year

Retirement presents an opportunity to relocate - with many areas in the UK perfect for later life (Image: Getty)While many Brits approach retirement happily located in their 'forever home', other...

Inside eerie abandoned tower on the M6 that looks like a giant UFO

The Pennine Tower in Lancaster (Image: Getty Images)Driving on Britain's motorways can often be a rather dull affair, so when an intriguing sight grabs your attention, it's certainly worth...

BBC star found love with third wife six months after partner's death

Paul Merton stands as a cherished comedy icon following his years of delivering slapstick brilliance to Have I Got News For You. Yet, beneath the entertainer's facade, the comedian has endured...

'We have allowed the Cross of St George to be tarnished – it's time to fly it with pride'

Patriotism does not equal nationalism. Patriotism does not equal extremism.A proud emblem of stoic unity, and the famous British spirit, our national flags stand as beacons of shared identity and...

'New MH370' as light aircraft vanishes over large body of water

A major search operation has been launched after a light aircraft vanished without trace.No mayday call or radio communication was made prior to the disappearance, in scenes reminiscent of the...

Rachel Reeves set to turn England into the new Scotland – now we’ll go broke together

Our Labour Chancellor is piling up debt, draining growth with punitive taxes, and running down the nation’s wealth. In the last financial year the UK borrowed a staggering £148billion as the...

The beautiful UK area home to 3 of country's best road trips - one is a 450-mile beauty

Wales has been named the UK’s second-best destination for a quieter road trip, after Southern England, in the first-ever Alternative Road Trip Index. The index showcased an extensive study of...