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Two major airlines ban power banks and battery packs on flights this summer

Two major airlines have banned passengers from using power banks and battery packs during flights under new safety measures. Power banks are classed as lithium batteries which pose a fire risk as...

Barcelona prepares to launch war on popular short-term rental platform

Some 800 Airbnb listings of illegal tourist apartments in Barcelona have failed to be removed in the first quarter of this year. Deputy Mayor Laia Bonet is considering measures to get to the bottom...

Panic in Spain as it announces new crackdown on overtourism

Spain is introducing sweeping new regulations aimed at curbing overtourism and cracking down on illegal short-term rentals. Starting July 1, 2025, any property advertised for short stays on...

New four hour rule for Ryanair, easyJet and other airline passengers

The European Union is about to implement a big change to holidaymakers' compensation rules, likely meaning less people are eligible for payouts. The time allowance for flight delays before passengers...

Reeves' new pension rules 'omission' as key issue on 'back burner'

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves (Image: Getty Images)Sweeping reforms to tidy up the fragmented pensions landscape are detailed in a new parliamentary Bill, promising to build "megafunds"...

The country where the left (not the far right) made hardline immigration laws

The country where the left (not the far right) made hardline immigration laws24 minutes agoKatya AdlerEurope editor•@BBCkatyaadlerBBCThink, Denmark. Images of sleek, impossibly chic Copenhagen, the...

Tourists heading to Spain 'sent message' with new rules

Spain's government launched a significant offensive against Airbnb last month, keen to show that the nation's economy and housing market are not up for grabs, a government minister has said,...

Labour under pressure to launch 'buy British' campaign

Labour is under pressure to launch a "buy British" campaign in response to US tariffs. The Liberal Democrats will push for a vote in the Commons this week demanding an advertising drive for homemade...

Inside the UK's 'most beautiful village' ruined by nosey tourists with drones

Castle Combe in Wiltshire is one of the UK's most Instagram-able village (Image: SWNS)The tranquil life in Castle Combe, often lauded as the UK's "most beautiful village," is being disrupted by the...

France to ban smoking on beaches, parks and near schools

France to ban smoking on beaches, parks and near schools1 day agoLaura GozziBBC NewsGetty ImagesFrance will ban smoking in all outdoor places that can be frequented by children, health and family...

Man barred for life from teaching after inappropriate relations with students

After a detailed investigation, the Teaching Regulation Agency's professional conduct panel ruled 34 year old Cheyne Phillips be banned from teaching for life with no opportunity to reapply for...

Brits flying to Turkey warned of £50 fine before their holiday has even started

A new rule is being imposed by the Turkish civil aviation authority that could see Brits charged £50 before their holiday even begins. Turkey has grown into a popular sun holiday destination for...

France to ban smoking on beaches, parks and near schools

France to ban smoking on beaches, parks and near schools3 hours agoLaura GozziBBC NewsGetty ImagesFrance will ban smoking in all outdoor places that can be frequented by children, health and family...

Farmer 'worried about inheritance tax' killed himself day before Rachel Reeves's Budget

A farmer killed himself the day before Rachel Reeves's Budget after weeks of worrying about looming changes to inheritance tax, an inquest has heard. John Charlesworth's son said he believed his...

Nationwide says 'relaxing' rule 'could help 10,000 more people'

Nationwide is advocating for an easing of mortgage affordability regulations to give approximately 10,000 more aspiring first-time buyers a chance, as the building society marked its strongest month...