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I had a day in one of The Netherlands most visited areas – but there's more charming spot

Delft is one of most visited cities in The Netherlands, with tourists drawn to its historic centre and tree-lined canals. But there's another picturesque city about 40 miles south east which is full...

Paternity leave: How much time off work do new dads get across Europe?

Paternity leave: How much time off work do new dads get across Europe?2 hours agoKristian JohnsonBBC NewsBBCThe paternity leave offer for new dads in the UK is "one of the worst in the developed...

French antiques fraudsters found guilty of Versailles chair scam

French antiques fraudsters found guilty of Versailles chair scam3 days agoAlys DaviesBBC NewsGetty ImagesTwo French antiques experts have been convicted of forging historic chairs that they claimed...

The abandoned European underground station tourists are flocking to

Dark tourism is quickly becoming more and more popular. Many tourists are now interested in the scary or abandoned parts of history, and there are some fascinating places to explore. One of them...

Hidden gem in UK is 'just like Venice' with historic house and gondola rides

As summer is here many of us are planning holidays and fun, outdoor activities to enjoy - and while going abroad is great, it can be expensive. Plus, the UK has so many great staycation spots that...

UK's best beach town where people retreat for 'a break from the bustle of life'

Tenby bay in Wales (Image: Tamas Gabor via Getty Images)With a perfect blend of stunning natural landscapes, sun-kissed sandy shores, leisure activities, and modern eateries, it's no surprise...

Les Misérables crowd BOOS Donald Trump as President arrives for opening night

Grainy footage has emerged showing a crowd of theatregoers booing and jeering as President Donald Trump settled into his seat for the premiere of Les Misérables.The atmosphere was tense at the John...

French antiques fraudsters found guilty of Versailles chair scam

French antiques fraudsters found guilty of Versailles chair scam27 minutes agoAlys DaviesBBC NewsGetty ImagesTwo French antiques experts have been convicted of forging historic chairs that they...

I visited £7bn new theme park branded 'world's best' - 1 ride is most worth queuing for

This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more I visited the £7bn new theme park branded 'world's best' — it's the first new one...

'Perfect' UK beach with soft sand and warm water is 'heaven on earth'

Step onto the sands of Viking Bay in Kent and you're forgiven for thinking you've jet-setted into a Mediterranean holiday hotspot. With its curve of golden shoreline, a fleet of vibrant fishing...

San Jose ‘Holy grail of shipwrecks’ confirmed as £16bn treasure sparks fierce legal row

A shipwreck believed to hold one of the greatest lost treasures in history has been confirmed by researchers, igniting a multi-billion-pound legal battle over who owns it.For more than 300 years, the...

The UK town branded 'worst in its county' that ‘stinks of dog food’

A UK market town has been named the worst in its county, with a content creator claiming it "stinks of dog food". The content creator behind the YouTube channel Turdtowns discussed in a...

An ancient writing system confounding myths about Africa

An ancient writing system confounding myths about Africa2 days agoPenny DaleJournalistWomen’s History Museum ZambiaA wooden hunters' toolbox inscribed with an ancient writing system from Zambia has...

An ancient writing system confounding myths about Africa

An ancient writing system confounding myths about Africa17 hours agoPenny DaleJournalistWomen’s History Museum ZambiaA wooden hunters' toolbox inscribed with an ancient writing system from Zambia...

Bowen: Israel is accused of the gravest war crimes - how governments respond could haunt them for years

Israel is accused of the gravest war crimes - how governments respond could haunt them for years to come12 hours agoJeremy BowenInternational Editor•@BowenBBCBBCEven wars have rules. They don't...