4 h. ago UK town opens complex £2m roundabout and it's not just for drivers

A 'Dutch-style' roundabout costing £2 million has opened in an English town, and it's so intricate it comes with a three-minute tutorial video for locals explaining how to use it

Economics

23 h. ago The seaside town named one of UK’s most affordable 90 minutes from Greater Manchester

It's brimming with old-fashioned seaside charm

Politics

41 h. ago Scotland's 'special' island with beautiful white sandy beaches you need to visit

The scenic isle is famous for its one-of-a-kind beach airport.

Events

61 h. ago Queen Camilla refuses to let the rainy weather dampen her spirits as she visits 'the most beautiful racecourse'

Despite the downpour, Camilla, who took shelter under a sheer umbrella, was on jolly form and smiled broadly as she chatted to locals after touring Hexham Racecourse.

Politics

65 h. ago 'Most beautiful' place to visit in the UK named due to its fairytale charm

Castle Combe in Wiltshire has been named one of the most beautiful villages in the UK, and anyone visiting the fairytale setting will see why it has received so many accolades

Politics

3 d. ago Canary holidaymakers blow as another island warns of new tourist taxes

The Canary Island of Fuerteventura will start charging British holidaymakers a tourist tax if they want to visit its most beautiful locations, officials on the Spanish holiday hotspot have announced

Events

5 d. ago Beautiful UK seaside town 30 minutes from major city 'perfect' staycation spot

North Berwick in East Lothian is a short 30-minute train ride out of Edinburgh, providing sweeping views of the Firth of Forth, some great places to eat and the North Berwick Golf Club

Politics

7 d. ago 'I visited absurdly beautiful island loved by Parisians with £40 UK flights'

At the entrance of the port of Saint-Martin-de-Re – the historic capital of the island – lies the chic seaside guesthouse of Hotel De Toiras

Economics

7 d. ago 'I visited island with one of world's prettiest beaches that's often overlooked'

Edward Syers visits some ridiculously beautiful islands and finds sun, sea, song and some of the world’s best beaches - yet there aren't huge crowds

Politics

9 d. ago Brits warned not to visit 'beautiful' tourist hotspot that's 'killed' by crowds

Tourists have been warned to avoid the city of Dubrovnik in Croatia during the summer months, after holidaymakers have said the area has been 'killed' by huge crowds

Events

1 week ago 'I visited a beautiful town 90 minutes from Manchester with mountain views and lake tours'

I visited a beautiful town in the Lake District on a whim, and it's a beautiful location that I encourage others to visit — here's why.

Politics

1 week ago This livestream of baby bald eagles is the only thing keeping me sane

A YouTube video feed of eagles Jackie and Shadow and their two children has given me hope the internet isn’t all badTell us: how has your sex life changed after 60?The internet is an unpleasant place, full of grim headlines, misinformation and social media content designed to make you feel ugly and unsuccessful. But there are good bits too.Take Jackie and Shadow, a happy couple who live in a home with breathtaking views of Big Bear Lake in San Bernardino county, California. They currently have two children, Sunny and Gizmo, who are preparing to leave home and make their own way in the world. They are, in many ways, the purest embodiment of the modern American dream: reality stars, and also bald eagles. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Tiny UK seaside village predicted to be huge staycation spot this summer

With scenic coastal walks, a beautiful beach and sublime setting, visitors can enjoy the village’s natural splendour while feasting on award-winning meals that consistently receive rave reviews

Politics

2 w. ago ‘First class’ Whitby holiday rental with ‘beautiful views’ a great base for exploring Yorkshire

We've found a beautiful two-person holiday apartment available to rent that comes highly recommended by previous guests - and it's just 10 minutes from the popular seaside town of Whitby

Events

2 w. ago Trump visits Capitol to urge House Republicans to pass ‘big, beautiful bill’

President says party has ‘unbelievable unity’ to ensure passage in House but some lawmakers remain opposed Donald Trump traveled to the Capitol on Tuesday to insist that the fractious House Republican majority set aside their differences and pass his wide-ranging bill to enact his taxation and immigration priorities.In a speech to a closed-door meeting of Republican lawmakers in Congress’s lower chamber, the president pushed representatives from districts in blue states to drop their demands for a bigger State and Local Tax (Salt) deduction, and also sought to assuage moderates concerned that the legislation, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, would hobble the Medicaid health insurance program. Continue reading...

Politics

2 w. ago Brits urged to visit beautiful country that's 'better' than Thailand with less tourists

While Thailand is experiencing a major tourist boom thanks to the 'White Lotus Effect', those wishing to avoid the crowds should consider visiting this equally stunning and exciting Southeast Asian gem

Politics

2 w. ago Beautiful European beach ranked 'world best' on tiny island tourists rarely visit

This secret beach is only accessible by boat - making it the perfect retreat for those seeking a true hidden gem on a paradisiacal island in one of Europe's most beautiful oceans

Society

3 w. ago Visitors to 'Port Poo' UK's dirtiest beach say it's not all bad

YouTubers visiting the 'beautiful' Cornish beach awarded a 'brown flag' for its rank water have said that the seaside haunt isn't as bad as it sounds, in a shocking reveal

Politics

3 w. ago The 'concrete volcano' discovered next to popular Greater Manchester beauty spot

The litter pickers discovered a huge mountain of concrete on their trip around the village where Greater Manchester meets the Pennines

Politics

3 w. ago Mountain rescue team tragically finds body in search for missing Manchester man

Paul had travelled to the Lake District more than two weeks ago

Events