36 h. ago Melania Trump hints at White House Christmas decor theme years after viral audio clip lamenting tradition

The theme for this year’s holiday decorations has not yet been revealed

Politics

68 h. ago More British parents than ever are paying for their adult kids on family holidays

A rising number of British parents are forking out for their adult children to join them on holiday, a new study has revealed - but should over 18s be responsible for their own finances?

Society

69 h. ago Draconid Meteor Shower 2025: How to spot shooting stars from Scotland as they become most visible tonight

The meteor shower is only visible from the Northern Hemisphere.

Events

2 d. ago Bank of England warns of risk of AI market correction; gold hits new $4,000 an ounce record – business live

Soaring tech valuations could drop amid potentially ‘disappointing’ progress on AI, central bank says; gold has doubled in two years and extends 50% rally so far this yearPeter Hargreaves, the billionaire co-founder of Hargreaves Lansdown, is retiring from the UK’s largest personal investment site, seven months after its £5.4bn acquisition by private equity firms. Hargreaves, 79, who set up the business in 1981 in the back bedroom of his house in Clifton with Stephen Lansdown, is handing his board position to his son Robert and said this “marks a proud new chapter in the family legacy”. His firm pioneered “DIY” investments, allowing people to invest directly in shares via its website without costly financial advisers.The Bristol-based company said he had rejoined the board earlier this year to “provide continuity and support through a period of change” following its takeover by a private equity consortium of Jersey-based buyout giant CVC Capital Partners, Sweden’s Nordic Capital and...

Events

2 d. ago Bank of England warns growing risk AI bubble could burst; gold hits new $4,000 an ounce record – business live

Soaring tech valuations could drop amid potentially ‘disappointing’ progress on AI, central bank says; gold has doubled in two years and extends 50% rally so far this yearPeter Hargreaves, the billionaire co-founder of Hargreaves Lansdown, is retiring from the UK’s largest personal investment site, seven months after its £5.4bn acquisition by private equity firms. Hargreaves, 79, who set up the business in 1981 in the back bedroom of his house in Clifton with Stephen Lansdown, is handing his board position to his son Robert and said this “marks a proud new chapter in the family legacy”. His firm pioneered “DIY” investments, allowing people to invest directly in shares via its website without costly financial advisers.The Bristol-based company said he had rejoined the board earlier this year to “provide continuity and support through a period of change” following its takeover by a private equity consortium of Jersey-based buyout giant CVC Capital Partners, Sweden’s Nordic Capital and...

Events

2 d. ago Spot gold rises above $4,000 for the first time; car dealer Vertu Motors warns of £5.5m profit hit from JLR disruption – business live

Gold has doubled in two years and extends 50% rally so far this year amid central bank buying and political turmoilPeter Hargreaves, the billionaire co-founder of Hargreaves Lansdown, is retiring from the UK’s largest personal investment site, seven months after its £5.4bn acquisition by private equity firms. Hargreaves, 79, who set up the business in 1981 in the back bedroom of his house in Clifton with Stephen Lansdown, is handing his board position to his son Robert and said this “marks a proud new chapter in the family legacy”. His firm pioneered “DIY” investments, allowing people to invest directly in shares via its website without costly financial advisers.The Bristol-based company said he had rejoined the board earlier this year to “provide continuity and support through a period of change” following its takeover by a private equity consortium of Jersey-based buyout giant CVC Capital Partners, Sweden’s Nordic Capital and the Abu Dhabi wealth fund, which completed in March.Har...

Economics

6 d. ago Woman who travelled to over 50 countries reveals the holiday destinations where you can dodge new EU fingerprint system

With the Entry/Exit System (EES) coming into force on October 12, many sunseekers are worried about potential teething problems.

Politics

8 d. ago Revealed: The best day of the week to book a holiday and save money

Holidaymakers planning a staycation in the UK often choose to book a long weekend away.

Politics

1 week ago TV presenter Nicki Chapman reveals why she will ALWAYS holiday in Mallorca

TV and radio presenter Nicki Champan returns to Mallorca, the holiday island where she spent her first overseas family holiday as a child in the 1970s.

Politics

1 week ago Revealed: The seaside town voted the UK's happiest holiday location

Known for its cobbled streets, turquoise waters and bustling art scene, it's no wonder this picture-postcard town was voted the nation's happiest holiday location.

Politics

1 week ago Strictly shock as unexpected celeb steals the top spot on leaderboard from ‘trained dancers’ Lewis Cope and Amber Davies

STRICTLY Come Dancing's first live episode of 2025 saw a shock star nab the leaderboard's top spot. Contestants with previous dance experience - such as Lewis Cope and Amber Davies - have been seen as natural frontrunners. Former Lioness turned sports journalist Karen Carney, 38, emerged as the surprise leader. Anton Du Beke told her:...

Events

2 w. ago Scottish city revealed as top spot to start a business in 2025

“This clearly shows that Scotland’s entrepreneurial spirit remains incredibly strong” – Christoph Rieche, Iwoca

Politics

2 w. ago The 7 stealth symptoms of deadly cancers you must never ignore – as cases and deaths set to soar 61%

NEW cancer cases worldwide could rise 61 per cent by 2050, warn scientists - despite more than four in 10 deaths being preventable. Spotting cancer at an early stage remains vital as it means treatment is more likely to be successful. A new study published in the Lancet medical journal found the number of new...

Events

2 w. ago This famous London fireworks viewing spot will be closed for Bonfire Night and NYE 2025

This famous London fireworks viewing spot will be closed for Bonfire Night and NYE 2025  Time Out Worldwide

Events

2 w. ago Jellycat's Christmas range are the top toys to shop for 2025 after beating Lego for the spot

Jellycat has just launched its new 2025 Christmas range ready for festive gifting as they beat out Lego for the top toy spot this year

Politics

2 w. ago Brit who moved to Lanzarote reveals the holiday hotspot's 'biggest tourist problem' and urges holidaymakers to stop doing it as it's 'ruining' the island

David Gainford, better known online as Mr TravelON, is now based in the Canary Islands and shares his thoughts on tourism in the region.

Politics

2 w. ago Thailand's fury after it's dubbed 'Benidorm on steroids' in new Zara McDermott BBC documentary

Beloved by Brits, each year hundreds of thousands of holiday goers flock to the streets of Bangkok, the strips in Pattaya or Phuket, and to the notorious full moon parties.

Politics

2 w. ago Thailand's fury after Zara McDermott dubbed it 'Benidorm on steroids' in new BBC documentary on the country's sex industry

Beloved by Brits, each year hundreds of thousands of holiday goers flock to the streets of Bangkok, the strips in Pattaya or Phuket, and to the notorious full moon parties.

Politics

2 w. ago Strictly Come Dancing fans spot first signs of feud between 2025 pairing

Strictly Come Dancing returned to the BBC for the 2025 season - but some viewers are convinced they have spotted tension between Apprentice star Thomas Skinner and dance partner Amy Dowden

Sport

3 w. ago Cadbury's selection boxes on sale for just 25p as Brits flock to bargain supermarket

Cadbury's selection boxes - a festive favourite among UK households - are now available at a budget supermarket chain for as little as 25p. But you can only buy them in-store.

Economics