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French voice fears over Bayeux Tapestry move to UK

French voice fears over Bayeux Tapestry move to UK2 days agoHugh SchofieldBBC News in Paris andChris GrahamBBC NewsReutersThe Bayeux Tapestry, which documents the Norman invasion of England in 1066, ...

Prince William and Princess Kate's 'real reason' for £16m move after 'odd' issue

Prince William and Princess Kate are busy preparing for their new move to Forest Lodge within the Windsor estate. The Waleses will be leaving their cherished Adelaide Cottage, which has served as...

Princess Kate moving into new home just 10 minutes away from her 'best friend'

Princess Kate's new home in Windsor will be just 10 minutes from the Duchess of Edinburgh, who has been dubbed her royal "best friend". Prince William and Kate, both 43, will be moving into Forest...

French voice fears over Bayeux Tapestry move to UK

French voice fears over Bayeux Tapestry move to UK38 minutes agoHugh SchofieldBBC News in Paris andChris GrahamBBC NewsReutersThe Bayeux Tapestry, which documents the Norman invasion of England in...

Princess Diana's death forced major break in royal protocol - but it's not changed since

Traditionally, the Union Flag was never flown at half-mast over Buckingham Palace. The flag represents the sovereign and is raised whenever the monarch is in residence.According to strict convention,...

'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...

The fairytale city with medieval streets and riverside beaches just 1 hour from UK

With its cobbled streets, medieval architecture, and the sparkling Aare River winding through the city, Bern in Switzerland combines history and natural beauty in a way few places can.Medieval...

Archaeology breakthrough as experts make incredible 1,400-year-old discovery

A 1,400-year-old plaque depicting a cross is reshaping understanding of how far east Christianity spread.Archaeologists working on Abu Dhabi’s Sir Bani Yas Island uncovered the artefact, which...

The northernmost US city in state playing host to Putin-Trump meeting

You've probably heard of Alaska in the news this week ahead of the anticipated Trump-Putin meeting. But few know much about Utqiaġvik (formerly known as Barrow), the northernmost town in...

Local in Italy issues important advice to anyone visiting this week

Italy is one of the top European countries people visit for a holiday, particularly in summer.It is known for its rich history, art, fashion, architecture, cuisine and iconic landmarks. A number of...

Meghan Markle's protocol breaches hinted at 'rebellion' as she refused to accept one thing

A royal expert has delved into dozens of reported protocol breaches by Meghan Markle during her short royal tenure which foreshadowed her grand exit, it has been claimed. The Duchess of Sussex...

Red Arrows flypast this weekend – full list of airshows + where you can see them in August

Britain’s beloved Red Arrows are set to dominate the skies this August, bringing their world-class aerobatic displays and precision flypasts to towns and cities across the United Kingdom.From...

Joanna Carson dead: NBC talk show host Johnny Carson's third wife dies as tributes pour in

Joanna Carson, the former wife of comedian Johnny Carson, has died at the age of 93. Her death was confirmed in a moving statement on social media. Joanna was described as an "extraordinary woman" as...

Melting glaciers threaten to wipe out European villages - is the steep cost to protect them worth it?

Melting glaciers threaten to wipe out European villages - is the steep cost to protect them worth it?23 minutes agoImogen FoulkesGeneva correspondentBBCIn a small village in Switzerland's beautiful...

British holidaymakers want to 'live like a local' when they go abroad

Over three quarters of holidaymakers aim to 'live like a local' when they go abroad, as the focus shifts towards creating more unique and authentic experiences. Travellers are seeking advice from...