17 h. ago 11 best cities to visit in Spain: Where to stay and what to do in each one

It’s time to swap the fly and flop getaway on the Spanish coast for a culture-filled city break to explore what this country has to offer beyond its warm temperatures

Politics

22 h. ago British tourist baffled by ‘shocking’ extra charge for ice cubes at Spanish beach bar

The coffee surcharge left social media users feeling frosty

Society

23 h. ago Alesha Dixon lets slip Britain's Got Talent twist ahead of new Golden Buzzer rule

Britain's Got Talent star Alesha Dixon has opened up about the upcoming live semi-finals which start on Saturday - and revealed a major twist to come in the competition

Politics

24 h. ago Manchester Airport issues statement after dad passes through security with weapons

Mark Harris said the incident with the knives happened while he was flying from Manchester Airport to Malaga

Events

41 h. ago Spain travel rule means Brits could be turned away at the airport over £97 issue

British tourists are being warned they could be turned away at the airport if they do not have enough money to sustain themselves during their whole holiday to Spain

Economics

45 h. ago Brits travelling to Japan issued warning about five tourism rule changes

If you're planning a trip to Japan this summer, you might want to take note of some new rules that are reportedly set to be enforced on foreign tourists heading to the Asian island

Events

3 d. ago Show us your mussels! A mouthwatering trip to Vigo, Spain’s seafood capital

The Galician city on the Atlantic coast has the EU’s largest fishing port, which provides its many bars and restaurants with a spectacular trawl of oysters, clams and musselsRocks thrashed by Atlantic waves have famously bestowed names such as “end of the world” and “coast of death” on Galicia, Spain’s north-western region. But there is a calmer, more intimate side to this coastline, that of the many rias (inlets). Legend has it that they resulted from the imprint of God’s hand when he made the world, and, temptingly, they nurture superlative shellfish. This lures me to Vigo, the largest fishing port in the EU, which spills down a hillside into a sheltered estuary lined with marinas, industrial docks, jetties, a fishing port and a cruise terminal.The magic formula is the combination of fresh river water and salty seawater, which creates a nutrient-rich paradise for succulent crustaceans and cephalopods. I soon learn, too, that Vigueses are joined at the hip to the sea – and have bee...

Politics

3 d. ago DWP State Pension warning issued as thousands of Brits don't understand vital rule

According to new research from the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS), there are "significant knowledge gaps" among Brits who are currently approaching retirement

Events

4 d. ago BBC Breakfast reporter says 'it's not fair' as they issue complaint to co

BBC Breakfast viewers saw reporter Sarah Rogers issue a complaint as she reported live from a UK airport during Monday's episode of the programme

Society

4 d. ago BBC Breakfast reporter issues complaint from airport as they say 'it's torture'

BBC Breakfast reporter Sarah Rogers issued a complaint as she reported from Manchester Airport during Monday's episode of the programme

Society

4 d. ago London Gatwick is UK’s worst airport for flight delays, figures show

CAA data shows flights departed more than 23 minutes late last year, with Birmingham and Manchester second and third-worstLondon Gatwick is the UK’s worst airport for flight delays, official figures showed, with air traffic control issues blamed for continuing disruption.In 2024, flights departed on average more than 23 minutes late from Britain’s second-biggest airport, according to data from the Civil Aviation Authority. Continue reading...

Transport

7 d. ago British rebellion against Roman legions caused by drought, research finds

The pivotal ‘barbarian conspiracy’ of AD367 saw Picts, Scotti and Saxons inflicting crushing blows on Roman defencesA series of exceptionally dry summers that caused famine and social breakdown were behind one of the most severe threats to Roman rule of Britain, according to new academic research.The rebellion, known as the “barbarian conspiracy”, was a pivotal moment in Roman Britain. Picts, Scotti and Saxons took advantage of Britain’s descent into anarchy to inflict crushing blows on weakened Roman defences in the spring and summer of AD367. Continue reading...

Politics

7 d. ago Spanish island brings in major sun loungers change with 'pay and display' rules on popular tourist spots

A popular island in Spain has introduced a new pay-and-display system for sunbeds on its most crowded beaches.

Politics

8 d. ago Dublin, Amsterdam and Spain dominate top Easter holiday destinations

Exclusive: Only one US city finds a place on the list, with European hotspots in the lead

Politics

9 d. ago Spain holiday warning as tourists told they need two documents to enter

The UK Foreign Office has warned that Brits travelling to Spain will need to bring 'additional documents' with them as well as their passport - and they're easily forgotten

Events

9 d. ago Ryanair issues new Spain travel warning to UK tourists in 'escalating' war

Ryanair has insisted Spain must solve the 'problem' of its 'broken' pricing structure for regional airports or the airline will continue to move flights away from the country

Events

9 d. ago Urgent warning to holidaymakers over Spain's strict drinking rules

Tourists have been warned of strict drinking rules which are in place in several top holiday destinations in Spain.

Events

9 d. ago Keir Starmer facing claims of Brexit 'betrayal' as PM 'could align with Brussels rules on meat and dairy and accept rulings of EU judges'

Furious Brexiteers are warning the Prime Minister against leaving Britain as a 'rule-taker' in his ongoing negotiations with the EU.

Politics

1 week ago Labour minister refuses to rule out another Chinese company running British Steel

A Labour minister has refused to rule out another Chinese company taking over operations at British Steel.

Politics

1 week ago Warning Ryanair could cut even more flights to popular holiday destination

Ryanair has hit out as Aena increasing charges every year

Events