South Western first rail firm renationalised by Labour3 hours agoSean Dilley & Molly StazickerTransport correspondent & transport producerAdam DurbinBBC NewsPASouth Western Railway (SWR) has...
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Germany's Defence Minister has given a major hint that the country could reintroduce compulsory military conscription to beef up its army. NATO countries are facing a growing threat from a more...
As the weather heats up, so do your travel plans, but this Welsh destination is not one to miss during this upcoming heatwave at the end of the month. While the UK isn't known for its tropical...
This beautiful seaside town is home to dozens of billionaires and is blessed with stunning beaches. Palm Beach, Florida, is synonymous with wealth thanks to its huge mansions and luxurious...
It’s almost summer and Greece is one of several European countries readying itself for the annual influx of tourists. But beyond the typical hotel and pool cleaning routines, the country is also...
Erdogan denies bid to change Turkey's constitution means he'll run as president again1 day agoPaul KirbyEurope digital editorReutersTurkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has denied he is trying to...
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Just when you think this government couldn’t do anything more to harm the British people – it does. This week it was announced that vicious killers and rapists will now be freed from jail in a...
For years, Brits have been escaping the grey rainy weather to move to the warm and sunny weather in Australia. At the end of June 2023, more than 1.1 million people who were born in the United...
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UK signs £101m-a-year deal to hand over Chagos Islands1 hour agoSam Francis and Kate WhannelPolitical reportersAlice CuddyBBC NewsSir Keir Starmer has signed a deal to hand the Chagos Islands to...
Public sector workers offered up to 4.5% pay rises14 minutes agoPaul SeddonPolitical reporterGetty ImagesMillions of public sector workers including nurses, doctors and teachers have been offered pay...
Summer holiday season is nearly here, meaning warm and sunny weeks spend chilling at the beach and swimming in the sea. Taking a dip is the perfect way to cool off, but it's a lot easier to do when...
If you’re flying from this UK airport, experts have urged passengers to allow extra time. There’s nothing worse than risking your holiday and starting off a relaxing break with a stressful...