26 h. ago South Ayrshire Council planners rubber stamp community park proposals for coastal town

The site of the former Vogue Cinema and bingo hall had been earmarked for the exciting development.

Politics

3 d. ago How unseen army of old Christmas trees are playing crucial role in protecting coastal town from beach flooding

A new documentary explains why you are likely to see so many Christmas trees in the sand dunes, and how they protect the coastal town from flooding.

Events

3 d. ago Georgia Toffolo's budget wedding with Scots millionaire James Watt after £0 bank balance confession

Georgia Toffolo tied the knot with Scottish BrewDog founder James Watt on the small coastal town of Gardenstown in Aberdeen in March but their wedding was far from what you'd expect from a millionaire couple.

Economics

6 d. ago Jimmy Thelin shelves Aberdeen player contract talk as boss sets timeline on crucial negotiations

The Dons are locked in a battle for third place and also have a Scottish Cup final to look forward to

Sport

6 d. ago Tiny UK seaside town with beautiful beach dubbed Italy's Amalfi Coast 'dupe'

Forget Europe's sun-soaked beauty spots as Britain has its own collection of stunning coastal gems, with this town likened to a stunning location in Italy

Politics

6 d. ago ‘My heart’s pounding’: Australians wade into ocean to save great white shark stranded in shallow water

Three-metre shark was found on sand bank near the coastal town of Ardrossan in South AustraliaElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastTourist Nash Core admits he felt some fear when he and his 11-year-old son waded into the ocean off the Australian coast to help rescue a three-metre great white shark stranded in shallow water.Three local men managed to return the distressed animal from a sand bank into deeper water after an almost hour-long rescue effort on Tuesday near the coastal town of Ardrossan in South Australia.Sign up for the Afternoon Update: Election 2025 email newsletter Continue reading...

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7 d. ago 'Cheapest seaside town in Britain' is 'peaceful place' with hardly any visitors

Newbiggin-by-the-Sea in Northumberland, England, has been named the "cheapest coastal town in Britain" and is the perfect spot to escape the crowds in the summer

Politics

1 week ago UK's seaside town branded 'hellhole' set for £23m overhaul to bring tourists back

A Lincolnshire town is confirmed for a multi-million pound renovation, predicted to bring in a flurry of tourists after locals declare the coastal town a ‘hellhole’

Economics

1 week ago Who are the Swiss Guards watching over Pope Francis’s lying in state?

They date back to the 16th century when mercenaries first served Pope Julius II and form the world’s smallest armyWith their feathered helmets, ruffled collars and coloured, puffed-sleeve uniforms, the Vatican Swiss Guards are often likened by curious visitors to medieval court jesters.But appearances can be deceiving. The world’s smallest army, whose primary role is to protect the pope, has been rigorously trained and with no living pontiff to protect right now will join the huge security operation involving specialist Italian police units and the military given the task of keeping watch over Vatican City and Rome during the funeral of Pope Francis and the subsequent conclave. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Thailand plane crash horror as aircraft plunges into sea killing all passengers

The small aircraft plunged into the Gulf of Thailand near the coastal resort town of Cha-am sparking a frantic search and rescue effort.

Events

2 w. ago Inside You actress Madeline Brewer's life from OITNB star's advice to upcoming project with Bridgerton icon

Madeline Brewer is the actress behind Bronte in You season five, with the aspiring writer playing a crucial role in the final chapter of the Netflix psychological thriller.

Politics

2 w. ago Iconic UK coastal town declared even better for kids than Disney World

A UK seaside town has been named the best place to keep your kids entertained, beating the likes of Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando to the top spot

Politics

2 w. ago 'Hooligan' psycho seagulls 'shower seaside town in s*** reeking of rotten fish'

Locals in Lowestoft, Suffolk, say thousands of kittiwakes - a red-listed species of gull - have returned to their old nests in the town from the specially-built coastal roosts

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3 w. ago Earth's oceans could turn red or purple and were once green, scientists claim

Life on Earth is inextricably linked to the colour of our planet's oceans, with water chemistry and the influence of life playing a crucial role in determining the hue of the water

Politics

3 w. ago Beautiful UK seaside village with 17th century charm and upmarket vibe

If you want to visit a quintessential British seaside town while also skipping the crowds, then take a trip to this quiet medieval town that offers gorgeous coastal views and unique charms

Politics

3 w. ago Prince Harry and William's royal bodyguard who was with brothers on the day Diana died would be 'horrified at their rift', says ex

Graham Craker embraced the role of 'protector and pseudo-parent' to the brothers when they were children, especially when they were sent to boarding school and lost their mother.

Politics

4 w. ago AP PHOTOS: Wigs, flags, Santa dolls on display at a Chinese market that supplies the world

Pins, magnets, wigs, flags, masks, hats, suitcases — even Christmas trees, lights and all sorts of Santa dolls. Name it and you’ll find it here at a market in this small Chinese city that supplies the U.S. and the world with tons of small commodities.

Culture