9 h. ago The best hotels in Dublin for a city break in the Irish capital

Dubliner Nicola Brady on the most stylish hotels for all tastes in the Irish capital

Politics

60 h. ago Man City might be about to break even on £110m spending spree

Manchester City have spent around £110million so far this summer but they are being handed an unprecedented chance to recoup most of that over the next month.

Economics

6 d. ago Dublin is the only large European capital without a metro: what would Leopold Bloom make of that? | Dermot Hodson

In James Joyce’s Ulysses, the city’s most famous fictional resident was as frustrated by its transport links in 1904 as many of us are todayIreland’s planning body, An Bord Pleanála, will determine later this year the fate of an ambitious proposal to build the country’s first underground railway. Residents of the Irish capital won’t be holding their breath, however. Since it was first proposed 25 years ago, MetroLink has been cancelled, revived and rebranded. The latest version of the plan, which involves just 18.8km of track, has been subject to delays, costs that have spiralled to five times the original estimate, and fierce opposition from homeowners, heritage bodies and businesses.A wide-awake city of tech firms, theatres and tourist attractions, Dublin is one of the EU’s richest metropolitan areas; it is also the only large western European capital without a metro. No Dubliner would have been more frustrated with the situation’s absurdities, and MetroLink’s slow progress, than ...

Politics

8 d. ago This coastal city break has ancient walls, beaches and flights from Cardiff

This incredible UNESCO World Heritage city has beaches and cobbled streets, and you can fly there from Cardiff

Transport

1 week ago The best family hotels in New York 2025, reviewed by parents and children

Here are the best New York hotels for a family city break, whether that’s an action-packed trip or a more laid-back getaway to the Big Apple

Society

1 week ago Donald Trump's 'terrifying' order as National Guard descend on LA amid clashes

Donald Trump has called for the National Guard to be deployed in Los Angeles, with the troops soon descending on the city as violent clashes continue to break out

Politics

1 week ago The 'most unsung' Scottish city named 'worst for city break'

Although listed among the "worst" for a getaway, it was described as underrated.

Politics

2 w. ago Europe's 'best value city' is stag and hen do hotspot with £22 Ryanair flights

Europe's best value cities have been revealed for 2025 and there's one that you'll definitely want on your radar for a city break packed with culture, great food and bargain prices

Economics

2 w. ago Celeb nutritionist shares 5 handy food rules to combat tummy trouble this Summer

Whether it's a city break, beach holiday, or staycation, there's one thing that can really ruin your trip away - and that's a dodgy tummy. But one expert may have the answer

Events

2 w. ago Beautiful underrated city has gorgeous beaches and 'no tourist price hikes'

Brits looking for a city break with gorgeous beaches, amazing food and budget-friendly accommodation may want to check out one underrated gem that travel experts love

Society

3 w. ago Almost 200 Marilyn Monroe lookalikes take the plunge for charity swim

The event at Balcarrick Beach in Donabate, Co Dublin, was organised to raise funds for cancer care at the Mater Hospital in the Irish capital.

Politics