2 h. ago Foreign Office issues warning to tourists heading to popular European holiday spot

The Foreign Office has issued new travel advice to holidaymakers planning to visit Portugal this summer, warning that the country is now in a more dangerous period

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3 h. ago British expat moves to Spanish coast and points out downside many don't realise

A British expat has revealed the biggest problem with living in Spain - and it's something that's shared by both locals and those who move to the country

Politics

4 h. ago Brit discovers 'hidden' Benidorm bar and is left floored by price of beer and tapas

Michelle Baker used to run a newspaper in the holiday hotspot for two decades and the British mum, who has rasied children in Spain, has now uncovered a 'hidden gem'

Politics

5 h. ago Anyone with a fuse box at home told they 'must make a fast decision'

An electrician has issued urgent advice to anyone who has a fuse box at home

Politics

23 h. ago Major update issued to anyone heading to Oasis gigs at Heaton Park this weekend

Promoters have issued some important advice ahead of the first two Oasis Heaton Park shows

Politics

68 h. ago My dream £258,000 retirement flat in Spain went up in flames

A British expat has told how his dream retirement to Spain has gone up in smoke after his home was destroyed by a wildfire - because the town where he lives has no fire service.

Economics

3 d. ago 999 calls in Cheshire unable to be made from landlines as fire service issues advice

Residents living in Runcorn and Widnes have been warned after landline phones were unable to make calls to 999 services. Cheshire Fire and Rescue have revealed when the issue will return to normal

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4 d. ago Spain warns Brits that not following new document rule could mean £5,900 fine

Spain has introduced a new health insurance rule that British tourists must follow this summer or face a big fine

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6 d. ago Slavery reparations group takes fight to Westminster and Brussels

Lobbying effort by independent delegation follows Jamaica’s move to ask King Charles to request legal adviceGlobal campaigning for slavery reparations gathered pace this week with lobbying in Westminster and Brussels, days after the Jamaican government revealed it will ask King Charles to request legal advice on the issue.On Tuesday, the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Afrikan Reparations, a group of UK MPs and peers calling for an apology and reparative justice for the historical and ongoing impact of slavery and colonialism, hosted an independent delegation of Caribbean researchers and activists who are lobbying for reparations. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Caribbean slavery reparations group takes fight to Westminster and Brussels

Lobbying effort by independent delegation follows Jamaica’s move to ask King Charles to request legal adviceGlobal campaigning for slavery reparations gathered pace this week with lobbying in Westminster and Brussels, days after the Jamaican government revealed it will ask King Charles to request legal advice on the issue.On Tuesday, the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Afrikan Reparations, a group of UK MPs and peers calling for an apology and reparative justice for the historical and ongoing impact of slavery and colonialism, hosted an independent delegation of Caribbean researchers and activists who are lobbying for reparations. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Travel expert issues advice on Greek holidays after wildfires rage at tourist hotspot

Whether you're heading off to a remote Greek island or enjoying the mainland – a travel expert has advised the Daily Star on what to do during the wildfire outbreak in Crete

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7 d. ago Crete wildfire: Government issues emergency alert warning for Brits travelling to Greece

A major wildfire started on the Greek island of Crete on Wednesday and has spread rapidly, forcing 3,000 residents to be evacuated. The UK government has issued advice for travellers

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8 d. ago Urgent UK passport warning for Brits as travel expert issues advice

An acclaimed travel expert has warned Brits to check their passports before heading to the airport this summer, after swathes of travellers are still being caught out by a little-known rule

Events

9 d. ago UK households told to follow Met Office's 'rule' at 11am this week

The government agency has issued fresh advice to Brits as the 'tropical' heat will continue for the rest of the week

Society

9 d. ago Payment warning to people making a new claim for devolved disability benefits

Social Security Scotland has issued crucial advice to people getting help to make a new claim for Adult, Child or Pension Age Disability Payment.

Events

1 week ago Full list of what government says every home needs as Brits urged to create 72

The UK government has issued new advice to Brits, encouraging them to have an emergency kit packed with at least three days' worth of supplies - but what should be in it?

Politics

1 week ago Met Office urges Brits to do one thing when walking in red hot 34C heat

Brits are set to swelter in temperatures as high as 34C over the next 48 hours with crucial advice issued to anyone having to venture outside

Society

1 week ago Women and people of colour issued warning over using AI for health advice

Certain demographics of people run the risk of receiving inaccurate or outdated medical information when asking chatbots for advice - and so should remain wary, an expert has said

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1 week ago Taxi driver 'sexually assaulted British tourist' after picking her up in Magaluf and 'told her "this is how things are done in Spain" after kicking her out of cab'

A taxi driver 'sexually assaulted' a British holidaymaker in Magaluf before allegedly telling her as he kicked her out of his cab: 'This is how things are done in Spain so get used to it.'

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1 week ago Spanish cops said my son died of a blood clot... but his apartment was covered in bloody handprints and his head was sliced open

WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT: The body of father-of-one Brett Dryden was found by friends at his home in Mojácar on the Costa de Almeria on July 21, 2024 after he failed to return from a siesta.

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