4 h. ago Paloma Faith appointed musical director for crucial fundraising event

Caudwell Children is excited to announce that award-winning singer-songwriter Paloma Faith will serve as musical director for The Butterfly Ball 2025 this June.

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9 h. ago The best holidays to book for June 2025, from coastal Corsica to train rides through Canada

Whether walking the wild west coast of Wales or holing up in the Lazio countryside, there’s jet-setting and staycations to boot at the start of the summer season

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12 h. ago HAIM UK Tour: pop trio announce UK arena tour in support of new album, I quit

The trio’s new album, I quit, is scheduled for release on June 20 2025.

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12 h. ago HSBC sounds alarm on trade war; Trump to soften blow of automotive tariffs – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsThe architect of BP’s failed green energy agenda will leave the embattled oil company within months as it continues its retreat from low-carbon investments following this morning’s sharp fall in profits (see last post).The oil company said Giulia Chierchia, the executive in charge of BP’s sustainability ventures, would step back from her role from 1 June 2025 to “pursue other opportunities” outside the company. She will not be replaced. Continue reading...

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27 h. ago Subway rider accused of raping a dead man’s corpse on a train is arrested

Felix Rojas, 44, was charged with rape nearly three weeks after the incident on the R train

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36 h. ago AD FEATURE: Discover more about the ‘Welsh University of the Year 2025’ at June open day

Swansea University's upcoming open day is a fantastic opportunity to get a first-hand look at what's on offer

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3 d. ago Grab your friends and take your group chat on an actual holiday for only £79 each

Enough talk, it's time to book that group holiday. Let's make it happen!

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5 d. ago Spanish talk about British tourists using 'offensive code word'

Millions of Brits book holidays to Spain every year and are seen as a crucial source of income for the country but not all locals are fans of the visitors - especially those who are rowdy

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1 week ago ‘I don’t want to give money to this America’: tourists’ fears of US travel under Trump

With US visits down 11.6% in March compared with last year, people share their views and experiences on the US borderLast year, while Joe Biden was US president, Jenny and her husband booked a trip to Boston for June 2025.The British couple had been to New York before and wanted to see more of the country. But after Donald Trump’s re-election in November, Jenny said a “shadow” began to fall on their travel plans. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Bank Holiday storms to drench Brits so they're fleeing to book islands hitting 22C

Heavy rain, hail and thunder are set to sweep across the UK this bank holiday prompting a surge in desperate folk ditching the umbrellas and confirming last minute jollies

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2 w. ago Train rides through the clouds and Bawa's tropical modernism: Sri Lanka's best cultural experiences

Planning a trip to the tropical island country of the moment? Beverley Watts has your guide to the unmissable historic sites, iconic architecture and wonderful wildlife to add to your itinerary

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2 w. ago Fancy France for your summer holidays? Here’s some of the best breaks to book

Dine on fine food, soak up great art and pedal through beautiful scenery in France

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2 w. ago Town 30 minutes from London was once ridiculed but is now top commuter spot

The town of Slough, located just a 30 minute train ride away from London, was once ridiculed in a famous poem and depicted as a symbol of tedium in a popular TV show - but it's now been named as the Capital's top commuter spot

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3 w. ago More choice, less stress: Largo Leisure Holidays unveils new ways to book your break in Scotland

Largo Leisure Holidays, who own six-holiday parks in Scotland, is stepping up to support holidaymakers amid the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and rising energy bills in the UK. As economic uncertainty continues to weigh heavily on household budgets, the company has introduced new, payment plans designed to make holidays more accessible and affordable for families and individuals alike, allowing people to enjoy a well-deserved break without the added stress of financial strain.

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3 w. ago Meltdown 2025: Mahalia, James Blake and BADBADNOTGOOD added to Little Simz curated event

The festival is set to take place from June 12 2025 in London with The Streets opening up Meltdown

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3 w. ago Full list of every retailer that's launched early Nintendo Switch 2 pre

Gamers that pre-order can expect to get their hands on the new device on June 5, 2025

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3 w. ago Urgent Easter egg warning issued over fears they could contain metal shards

Tony’s Chocolonely has recalled its 242g Hollow Easter Egg products with a best before date of June 2025

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3 w. ago Hidden Portraits by Sue Roe: The only woman who gave Picasso a taste of his own medicine

Sue Roe's new book details how while on holiday with his wife, Picasso installed his mistress in a beach hut - then took up with another! But then came

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4 w. ago The best holidays to book for May 2025, from boating in France to Greek island relaxation

Whether exploring Baroque Sicily or swimming in the Seychelles, there’s a trip for whatever way you choose to spend the month with two bank holidays

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4 w. ago MindsEye: Release date for former Grand Theft Auto producer Leslie Benzies' new game confirmed

Developed by Scottish studio Build A Rocket Boy, MindsEye will be released on June 10, 2025.

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