26 h. ago I'm an etiquette expert and here are the mistakes you're making on holiday that make you look common and like a 'low class guest'

Jo Hayes, founder of EtiquetteExpert.Org, highlighted the common mistakes holiday makers make abroad that make them look 'classless' and 'common' and revealed how to avoid doing them.

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34 h. ago Common summer driving mistakes that could cost UK drivers £14,000 in fines

The 7 common mistakes that UK drivers could be making this summer that could cost them £14,000 in fines, here's some of the advice to avoid these costly mistakes

Economics

48 h. ago Hidden sign of deadly chikungunya virus sweeping UK that Brits often overlook

The UKHSA has warned of record chikungunya cases in Brits returning home from abroad, with symptoms often being mistaken for the flu or other common viruses

Events

53 h. ago Flight attendant warns of the common mistake travellers make in plane bathroom

Cabin crews have revealed what passengers do in the aeroplane bathroom that really irritates them.

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2 d. ago France demanded Rosetta Stone and free tickets for its citizens in exchange for Bayeux Tapestry being displayed at the British Museum

France first looked at swapping the Rosetta Stone for the multicoloured wool embroidery and asked for its citizens to be allowed to see the tapestry for free at the British Museum.

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3 d. ago Heatwave warning: Common home fan mistake could be deadly, causing heart attacks, scientists warn

It may seem like the one thing that can provide relief in a heatwave, but if it is too hot, a fan can be dangerous, a new study has found.

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3 d. ago Driving instructor shares common mistake people make with dual carriageways

The driving instructor said it was "common" for him to hear people making an incorrect assessment of dual carriageways but claimed to understand where they're going "wrong" so wanted to help

Transport

3 d. ago The very common mistake Brits are making in France that 'makes locals wince'

France is a popular holiday destination for millions of Brits every year - however, there are some mistakes that tourists are guilty of committing.

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4 d. ago Brits urged to avoid common sunscreen mistake as temperatures soar in fourth UK heatwave

Whether you're travelling to a hot country or experiencing this UK heat, this common sunscreen mistake causes burns - here's how to avoid that mistake and enjoy the sun instead

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4 d. ago This Morning doctor reveals common deadly fridge mistake that can kill in minutes

A man has died in Italy with 10 other hospitalised after eating contaminated broccoli from a food van, with Dr Raj Arora warning of simple household mistakes that can lead to botulism

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4 d. ago AA warns drivers they could lose licence over common mistake

The AA has warned drivers that they need to be careful on the roads - as making one common mistake could see you banned from the roads

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4 d. ago As asylum seekers are engulfed by slurs and lies, our leaders shrug. Truly, this is shameful | Frances Ryan

The narrative that they are a threat to women and girls has no basis in fact, but bad actors peddle it, and ministers encourage themAs anti-migrant demonstrations continued in Canary Wharf in London at the weekend, one group stood out: women dressed in Barbie pink. Holding cardboard signs drawn in bright felt-tip pen (“save our kids”), the “pink protest” marched under the banner of protecting women and girls.The crowd may have looked a novel sight, but it points to a rationale that is increasingly gaining ground this summer: asylum seekers are a danger to British women and girls.Frances Ryan is a Guardian columnist. She is the author of Who Wants Normal? The Disabled Girls’ Guide to Life Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Woman makes common travel mistake when booking Disney trip that puts holiday at risk

Becky had applied for Estas for her family five months before the departure date to ensure they were prepared and ready - but there was a huge problem.

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5 d. ago My beautiful French detour: the belle epoque charm of the Pays de la Loire coastline

This tucked-away corner of north-west France is home to beautiful beaches, salt marshes and ciderThe saying goes “curiosity killed the cat”, as if being nosy is a bad thing. As I stood knee-deep in the cool Atlantic Ocean, marvelling at the beauty and emptiness of the Plage de Port Lin, I decided this was nonsense: without this little detour, “just to have a look”, I’d never have discovered Le Croisic, on the Guérande peninsula. The downside is that time isn’t on my side: it’s past 5pm and I’m supposed to be at the big resort, La Baule-Escoublac, six miles east by now. But the presqu’île (a “nearly island”), as the French call it, tucked in the corner where Brittany meets Pays de la Loire, is calling out to be explored.First, though, a late afternoon dip in the sea is too hard to resist, and I wade into the water, sharing a delighted smile with fellow swimmers. Two elderly women in flowery swimming caps nod a cheery “Bonsoir” as I take my first strokes. Afterward...

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5 d. ago Australia joins France, Britain and Canada to recognise a Palestinian state

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says a two-state solution is the ‘best hope’ to bring an end to the conflict

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8 d. ago Motorbike tribute marks final journey of UK’s oldest Second World War veteran

Donald Rose died aged 110 in July.

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9 d. ago Tourists issued warning as new airport scanners are mistaking these common items for BOMBS

Tourists going through security at Gatwick have found themselves subject to additional checks - because a popular snack is triggering the hub's state-of-the-art CT scanners.

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9 d. ago Drivers warned about common sat nav mistake that could lead to £200 fine

A survey by cinch found six common mistakes made by drivers which could see them facing thousands of pounds in fines - with two-thirds of British drivers planning a long trip

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9 d. ago Drivers warned over common sat nav mistake that can see you fined £200

Sat nav is a great tool for finding your way around but it must be used properly, say experts

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9 d. ago Tourists in Paris, Rome and more are told to 'beware' of 3 common holiday scams

Europe is home to some of the most sought-after summer holiday destinations for Britons, with bustling cities and coastal hotspots aplenty in nearby France, Spain and Italy.

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