27 h. ago Brits ditch Spain for secret European hotspot with £1 pints and beautiful beaches

Spain has long been the favourite holiday hotspot for Brits. But with rising prices and furious anti-tourism protests, sunseekers are taking their suitcases elsewhere

Society

66 h. ago Supermarket unveils giant croissant to mock 'sky high' price of pastries

Three in 10 Brits believe their favourite pastry shouldn't cost more than £1 - prompting a supermarket to take action

Economics

3 d. ago Who Will Win Wimbledon 2025? Latest odds reveal the 13 men's singles favourites

It’s nearly time for the world’s best tennis players to take to the grass of SW19.

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1 week ago Brits' favourite classic dad behaviours revealed – from 'resting their eyes' to farting

Dads can be helpful. a bit moany and often downright embarrassing as the dreaded 'Dadisms’ become part of everyday life - we look at what Brits favourite father behaviours are

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1 week ago Fern Britton's admission about 'difficult times' as she shows off five stone weight loss

It has been a tough five years for TV favourite Fern Britton after her stalker hell and divorce but she is loving her new life in Cornwall - and her incredible new look

Events

2 w. ago Little Simz on breakthroughs, betrayal and becoming one of the UK’s best

Critics’ favourite and curator of this month’s Meltdown festival, the British artist is flying high. But a nasty legal battle with her closest collaborator and a crisis of confidence left her close to calling it quits. Instead, she put it all on the new albumIt’s an unseasonably warm spring afternoon and sunlight is beaming through the floor-to-ceiling windows of a north London photo studio. When I arrive, Little Simz is out on the balcony. Wearing chunky sunglasses, a skirt and comfy cardigan, she sits on a chair with her back to the sun, eyes on the horizon, and pulls her legs up, wrapping her arms around her knees in a defensive position that’s verging on foetal.It’s curious body language for an artist at the top of her game. At 31, Simz is looking out at a city she can justifiably claim to have conquered since emerging as a teenage rapper more than a decade ago. But that’s not where she’s at right now. “I genuinely felt like I could disappoint everyone,” Simz says when I ask abo...

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2 w. ago In 1973, I reported freely on Israel at war. Now its censorship has made that impossible | Martin Bell

Today foreign journalists stand on the ‘hill of shame’ overlooking Gaza, reliant on Palestinians for newsWatching the TV coverage of the conflict in Gaza with increasing dismay this week, my mind went back to the banks of the Suez canal in October 1973. I was filming the surrender of the entire Egyptian third army with a team from the BBC, without significant censorship or hindrance. The Israeli commander, Gen Avraham Adan, paused in whatever he was doing to give us an update.Crossing the canal on the Israeli pontoon bridge in a bright yellow Hertz car (not a wise choice of colour) we were even helped when we had to repair a tyre that had been punctured by the shrapnel that littered the battlefield.Martin Bell is a Unicef UK ambassador. He is a former broadcast war reporter, and was the independent MP for Tatton from 1997 to 2001Do you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to be considered for publica...

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2 w. ago The Asian destination that can't get enough of a favourite British dish

It may be around 8.500 miles from the UK, but this Asian nation - super popular with tourists right now - can't get enough of the wares being sold in one department store's English market.

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2 w. ago Medieval cold case is SOLVED: Vengeful noblewoman had her priest lover murdered after 'betrayal' that forced her to do Game of Thrones

Records traced by an expert criminologist suggest the murder of John Forde in 1337 was orchestrated by her lover, noblewoman Ela Fitzpayne in revenge for his alleged betrayal.

Events

2 w. ago Coronation Street fans hail 'true winners' after British Soap Awards 'snub' for two favourites

The 2025 edition of the star-studded event aired on ITV and featured Corrie, Emmerdale, EastEnders and Hollyoaks stars

Events

2 w. ago Greggs quietly axes fan favourite menu item leaving Brits 'devastated'

First launched in 2016, the Chargrill Chicken Oval Bite featured grilled chicken, salad leaves, tomato and cucumber slices, toppedwith honey mustard mayonnaise in a seeded oval bun.

Politics

3 w. ago The King and Queen are leading a Jack Russell resurgence! Numbers of the breed

It's the plucky breed that has already won the hearts of the King and Queen. Now, the Jack Russell Terrier has also become one of Britain's favourite dogs.

Politics

3 w. ago Brits' favourite barbecue food revealed as we ditch posh nosh for the classics

Britons are increasingly ditching posh cuts of meat and going back to basics this summer and that's good news for the humble sausage lover

Politics

3 w. ago Portugal's best beach hotspot is also its cheapest for 5* all

Portugal is a firm favourite with Brits looking for sun, sea and sand but there's more good news as one of its best holiday destinations is also where you'll find bargains for luxury breaks

Politics

3 w. ago Popular UK beach with 'legendary' seaside charm is 'one of the world's best'

Brighton Beach has been a firm favourite with Brits looking for classic sea, sun and sand, thanks to its bustling pier, long promenade and easy access to restaurants, bars and shops

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3 w. ago Fish and chips batters rivals as Brit staple crowned nation's favourite pub grub

The iconic British dish tickled the nation's tastebuds and reigns supreme, with one third of Brits rating it their favourite boozer lunch in research carried out by Greene King

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4 w. ago Jet2 updates travel advice for summer holidays to France, Spain, Greece, and Turkey

Jet2 is one of the UK's most popular airlines - and as some of Brits' favourite holiday spots, France, Portugal, Spain and Turkey have all been given the green light by the UK government

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4 w. ago Biscuit lovers are only just realising the surprising reason behind Hobnobs' unusual name

A cross between a flapjack and a biscuit, the popular McVitie's treat has remained one of Britain's favourite snacks since hitting supermarket shelves in 1985.

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4 w. ago 'First one to see' and Yellow Car among Brits' favourite car games, study finds

A poll of 2,000 adults found 88% will indulge in a time-killing challenge when on a road trip. Spotting car brands and various license plates also proved popular

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4 w. ago 'First one to see' and Yellow Car named among best car games

A poll of 2,000 adults found 88% will indulge in a time-killing challenge when on a road trip. Spotting car brands and various licence plates also proved popular

Politics