21 h. ago Thousands of Sikh pilgrims visit Pakistan to celebrate Vaisakhi festival

Thousands of Sikhs are in Pakistan to celebrate Vaisakhi, a harvest festival that marks the start of the Sikh New Year and is mostly observed in Punjab and northern India

Culture

46 h. ago Meet the man who has created an exact replica of a First World War trench that has been visited by thousands... after building one by his BACK GARDEN

Ninety per cent bored stiff, nine per cent frozen stiff and one per cent scared stiff. That was - historian Andy Robertshaw says - the experience of most soldiers in WWI.

Events

63 h. ago Inside the fight to save California’s dying sea lions from toxic algae: ‘We’re like 911 operators’

The chance of the marine animal’s survival after domoic acid poisoning is 50-50, and this year, the outbreak has sickened hundredsIt was just after 8am on Tuesday, a thick morning fog still clinging to the California coastline, and SeaWorld’s animal rescue team had already made their first save of the day: a hefty, sick-looking sea lion that had been waddling dangerously close to a four-lane highway in downtown San Diego.Now, in a private area of SeaWorld that few of the theme park’s thousands of daily visitors ever get to see, the rescue team was in full “triage” mode. Half a dozen staff members maneuvered the caged sea lion off the bed of a truck, and grabbed IV bags full of fluids and vitamins. Continue reading...

Events

3 d. ago 'I visited the affordable clearance shop in Greater Manchester loved by thousands on TikTok and Instagram'

It's one of those places that tells you what you need, rather than the other way around

Technology

3 d. ago Village nestled between stunning mountains has devastating and tragic tale to tell

The folklore of Beddgelert attracts visitors in their thousands, but it's the beautiful views that keep them coming back for more

Events

5 d. ago Ed Sheeran says he doesn't want his kids to grow up in the 'Richie Rich house' after his wife stopped him from building a bowling alley in his back garden

He's worth £300 million, has a pub on his Suffolk estate and multiple multi-million properties around the world. But Ed Sheeran says he doesn't want his kids to grow up in the 'Richie Rich house'.

Politics

6 d. ago Arsenal bid to overcome weight of Real Madrid history in culture clash

Champions League showdown is the ultimate contrast in styles as Mikel Arteta’s details and discipline meet Carlo Ancelotti’s creative freedom and flair

Culture

1 week ago Island famed for colourful waterfront and top distillery is Scotland's best place to spot humpback whales

The island, famous for its beaches and wildlife, attracts thousands of visitors each year

Politics

1 week ago Couple are ordered to tear down massive garden decking after building it without permission

Jessica and Stuart Little erected the timber structure and fence outside their bungalow in Tarbert, Argyll.

Events

3 w. ago Mark Carney laments Canada’s lost friendship with US in visit to 9/11 town

Canadian PM makes remarks on visit to Newfoundland town that sheltered US airline passengers after attacksMark Carney has lamented Canada’s lost friendship with the United States as he visited the town that sheltered thousands of stranded American airline passengers after the 9/11 attacks.The Canadian prime minister’s visit to Gander, Newfoundland, on the second day of a national election campaign comes against the backdrop of a trade war and sovereignty threats from Donald Trump. Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago Canada's leader laments lost friendship with US in town that sheltered stranded Americans after 9/11

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has lamented Canada’s lost friendship with the United States as he visited the town that sheltered thousands of stranded American airline passengers after the 9/11 attacks

Politics

3 w. ago Tourist invasion of 'England's most beautiful village' could see coaches BANNED after families lose patience with the thousands of visitors

People living in Bibury, Gloucestershire, once described by 19th Century writer William Morris as the 'most beautiful village in England', say it has increasingly become inundated with tourists.

Events

3 w. ago Turn that racket down! James Corden's furious neighbours lash out over the noise of drums booming from star's £11.5m mansion

The Gavin & Stacey star, 46, who moved back to the UK last year, is seeking permission to build a new outhouse at the bottom of his garden.

Economics

3 w. ago Adolescence star Stephen Graham to meet with MPs following impact of Netflix show

The creators of hit Netflix series Adolescence are set to meet with MPs to discuss the dangers of online influence and the need for stronger safety measures

Politics

3 w. ago I have spent years travelling across Britain and trying thousands of restaurants. Forget Michelin, these are the 16 hidden gems you MUST visit: TOM PARKER BOWLES

I've spent the past 25 years travelling the country, entirely in thrall to my ever-expanding gut. Forget Michelin. These restaurants are the true shining stars...

Politics

3 w. ago I have spent years travelling across Britain and trying thousands of restaurants. Forget Michelin, these are the 16 hidden gems you MUST visit: TOM PARKER

I've spent the past 25 years travelling the country, entirely in thrall to my ever-expanding gut. Forget Michelin. These restaurants are the true shining stars...

Politics