33 h. ago Keir Starmer seeks to get a grip on UK economy with new hires

PM hopes reshuffled team will help navigate perilous autumn Budget and spot political dangers ahead of time

Politics

35 h. ago Woman tries to ruin family day out but they get the last laugh and 'embarrass' her

A woman has shared how she was left fuming after a stranger came and sat really close to her and her family on the beach, and then proceeded to complain about what her child was doing

Politics

37 h. ago Blue Dragon plague sees tourists banned from three more Costa Blanca beaches

More beaches have been closed on the Spanish coast after the discovery of a rare venomous sea slug - the tiny 'blue dragons' can inflict intense pain if stepped on

Society

38 h. ago Benidorm's bars and restaurants take stock after seeing days of 'little activity' in 'strange summer' after videos showed empty terraces and sun loungers

The Spanish holiday resort, long famed for its vibrant nightlife, jam-packed shores, and 24 hour party scene, is facing a subdued peak season.

Culture

38 h. ago Killers using Hinge and Tinder dating apps to lure victims in chilling trend

Experts believe Hinge, Tinder, Grindr and Bumble have become a prowling spot for dangerous men to search for their victims after an investigation found men reported for sexual assault could easily create new accounts

Events

5 d. ago UK tourists warned as ‘strong storms’ forecast for Spanish holiday hotspots

Amber warnings have been issued for several destinations in Spain, including Majorca and Barcelona

Events

6 d. ago Spanish holiday hotspot becomes 'ghost town' as Brits fear tourism is 'dead'

The hotspot in Spain has been described as "dead" by some tourists, with footage showing the usually bustling holiday resort looking more like a "ghost town" in recent times

Events

6 d. ago Brit mums, 26 and 27, run down in 2am Ibiza crash pictured as one is 'critical'

Devastated relatives spoke of their anguish after what should have been a 'happy holiday' on the Spanish island turned into a nightmare. GoFundMe pages have been setup for the women

Events

6 d. ago One of world's most dangerous sea creatures washes up in popular holiday spot

Tourists are urged to be careful when visiting this popular holiday destination as a seriously rare sea creature similar to a jellyfish has been spotted on a busy beach - and it's stings can be harmful

Politics

7 d. ago Pensioners FINED by police for reserving sun loungers on Spanish beach before 8am

Spanish holiday resorts have started to dish out heavier fines to tourists for reserving sunbeds on beaches outside permitted hours.

Events

8 d. ago A tale of two beaches: Crowds rush to enjoy the sands in glorious sunshine... while others are turned away at shut

A red-hot bank holiday weekend typically calls for a trip to the seaside for thousands of families across the country. But some unlucky sunseekers were advised to avoid the beach today.

Politics

8 d. ago Tourists are filmed hanging dangerously out of moving cars on Spanish holiday island

Eight tourists were fined after being filmed hanging dangerously out of moving cars on a holiday island popular with Brits.

Politics

8 d. ago Another Spanish beach is closed as invasion of potentially deadly 'blue dragon' sea creatures spreads to holiday island after Costa Blanca alert

The dangerous creatures, which have a potentially-fatal sting, were spotted on La Cantería beach in Órzola, in the popular holiday island Lanzarote, forcing the beach to temporarily close.

Events

8 d. ago UK tourists warned as beaches close in Spain due to poisonous creature

It's also been sighted in the Canary Islands and Majorca

Events

8 d. ago Stunning Spanish holiday destination where you're guaranteed 24C winter sun with £40 flights

The bustling capital of Tenerife, Santa Cruz is a city that offers a perfect mix of beach relaxation and cultural exploration - and it's just a short flight away

Economics

1 week ago Warning to UK tourists visiting Canary Islands after ‘dangerous’ sea creature closes beaches

People have been warned to remain vigilant and avoid touching the blue dragon if they come across one

Events

1 week ago Beaches reopen in New York and North Carolina after Hurricane Erin

New York and North Carolina have begun reopening beaches that had been closed due to Hurricane Erin

Politics

1 week ago Beaches closed in Spanish holiday spot after dangerous and rare sea slug spotted

Creatures are known for their painful sting, which can cause nausea, pain and vomiting, found on beach in Alicante

Politics

1 week ago California has closed a popular beach because too many sea lions are hanging out at it

Dozens of sea lions have taken over San Carlos Beach in Monterey, California, resulting in visitors being told to stay away for now

Politics

1 week ago Visitors to popular UK staycation spot warned of 'serious dangers' as families left stranded

Holidaymakers heading to this popular staycation spot are being warned of "serious dangers" with families left stranded, prompting urgent reminders to avoid turning a holiday into a rescue mission

Events