44 h. ago Elgin City 0 East Kilbride 1: Kennedy not sentimental as Kilby claim first SPFL win

The League Two are up and running after a narrow success at Borough Briggs

Politics

45 h. ago The Spanish town that 'banned' Islamic festivals: Inside the historic city where officials say they're 'defending local traditions' but Muslims say it is 'racist'

The historic town of Jumilla (pictured) was on the frontline of conflict between Muslims and Christians when the Moors were kicked out of southern Spain in the 13th century.

Politics

55 h. ago FBI sending 120 agents into DC streets as Trump targets carjacking and crime in capital

As DC is not a state, federal authorities can exert more control over the city even as residents and local elected leaders protest

Events

4 d. ago Fury in iconic EU city as locals demand raising tourist tax in huge crackdown

One of the most iconic EU cities is under pressure to increase its tourist tax following outrage from locals - who argue their home is being turned into a theme park

Politics

4 d. ago Diner is shocked to be charged 50 cents for a sprinkling of black pepper on his pizza at Italian tourist spot

The customer, who is reportedly a local resident of Bari, Italy, had been dining at a city centre pizzeria where he ordered two pizzas, a bottle of water, a beer, and paid a standard cover charge.

Events

4 d. ago UK city plagued by drug 'zombies' as locals too scared to leave their homes

UK city plagued by drug 'zombies' as locals too scared to leave their homes  Daily Express

Events

4 d. ago I travelled by local bus from London to the Cotswolds and discovered the joy of slow travel

Wending his way from the city to the countryside on the UK’s local bus network, Gabriel Stewart found an authentic slice of Cotswolds life, away from the crowds

Transport

4 d. ago Canadian cities cancel US Christian nationalist’s performances

Eight cities have revoked permits for Sean Feucht, a pro-Trump preacher and singer, sparking free speech debateEight Canadian cities have revoked performance permits for Sean Feucht, a Trump-supporting Christian nationalist preacher and musician, who led anti-gay demonstrations outside Disneyland and protested against mask mandates during the Covid-19 pandemic.Over the past two weeks, performances by Feucht, have been cancelled in Halifax, Nova Scotia; Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island; Moncton, New Brunswick; Quebec City, Quebec; Vaughan, Ontario; and Abbotsford, British Columbia. Local authorities cited safety concerns or code of conduct violations as reasons for cancelling his appearances. The municipal government in Winnipeg, Manitoba, denied Feucht a permit to perform due to “operational challenges”. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago European city 'on brink of collapse' as mass tourism makes it completely 'unliveable'

The popular city has been plagued by mass tourism in recent years, with the millions of annual visitors leading to a host of problems for locals as they say the city is on the brink of collapse

Society

5 d. ago Aberdeen approves new tourist tax from 2027 – here’s how much it could cost you

Local authorities can set different rates during specific events like festivals

Economics

5 d. ago Aberdeen 'gambles' as it approves Scotland's highest tourist tax

The city said the money would be a “huge boost” to the local economy.

Politics

6 d. ago Aberdeen to introduce 7% tourist tax as visitors pay extra for overnight stays

The move is expected to raise up to £6.8 million a year, with funds going toward boosting Aberdeen’s tourism and events offering.

Economics

6 d. ago Texas redistricting battle live updates: Beto O’Rourke’s group reportedly supporting fleeing Democrats’ expenses

Texas Tribune reports that the former Texas congressman has been a top funder covering the costs of Texas lawmakers’ exodus as they face a $500-a-day fineIn a post on his Truth Social platform, the president said he would “federalize” the city if local authorities failed to address crime, specifically calling for minors as young as 14 to be prosecuted as adults.Trump’s threat could theoretically take several forms. The constitution grants Congress broad authority over the federal district, though completely suspending local governance would likely require congressional legislation. Trump could also deploy federal law enforcement or national guard troops under executive authority, as he did during 2020 protests when federal forces cleared Lafayette Square outside the White House over local officials’ objections.Politically embattled Senator, Cryin’ Chuck Schumer, wants the Republicans to pay, as EXTORTION, TWO BILLION DOLLARS in order for the Radical Left Democrats to approve the hun...

Politics

6 d. ago West Dunbartonshire residents urged to share views on proposed 'tourist tax'

West Dunbartonshire Council is conducting a 12-week-long consultation on proposals to introduce a five per cent 'tourist tax' on overnight accommodation.

Politics

7 d. ago Keir Starmer urged to give tourist tax powers to local leaders to boost public services

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has previously called for a mandatory 'tourist levy' for those visiting the city with Edinburgh already set to introduce a charge

Politics

7 d. ago Stirling hotel manager voices support for tourist tax if funds are used wisely

Stirling Council is currently seeking feedback on the draft Visitor Levy scheme for the area, after it launched a public consultation on the issue last month.

Society

7 d. ago 1,600 exotic birds seized at airport in huge customs crackdown

The country has become a transit hub for trafficking in animals and wildlife products

Politics

8 d. ago The unspoken rules of New York City: What tourists get wrong by brutally honest locals

Here’s advice for getting around the Big Apple that you won’t find in guidebooks

Politics

3 w. ago The ghost town centre with more abandoned shops than nearly every city in the UK as locals blame drug addicts, high rents... and EACH OTHER

The West Yorkshire district has more empty shops than nearly every other city in the UK and double those in London and Cambridge, according to a new think tank study.

Events

3 w. ago Inside UK's cheating capital with romps behind bins and detectives working overtime

As Salford is crowned the cheating capital of the UK, Mirror journalist Jackie Annett hits the city's streets to ask the locals why the city has such a hot and steamy reputation

Politics