16 h. ago Brits going on holiday to Spanish city urged to be wary of new rule or face fine

Spain holidays may come with a fine this year as noise pollution has become a key concern for the country and anyone planning on a trip this summer needs to be aware

Events

31 h. ago French beach patrols cut during peak summer months as officers are redeployed to the south of the country to deal with tourist season

This would leave patrols in the north (pictured) at their weakest just as smugglers were ramping up operations to take advantage of calmer seas.

Society

46 h. ago ‘Where are the foreigners’: does a facile explanation lie behind Ballymena’s outbreak of hate?

Northern Ireland faces stark questions over the racism, xenophobia and intolerance that has forced families from abroad to fleeFirst came the shouts as the crowd worked its way through narrow terraced streets, proclaiming its mission to rid the town of “scum”. Then came the shattered glass as rocks exploded through windows. Then the flames, licking up curtains and spreading to sofas, carpets, books and framed pictures until smoke billowed into the summer night.They might have been scenes from another century, another country, but they played out in Northern Ireland this week in the glare of rolling news and social media, which recorded a soundtrack of glee and hate. “Where are the foreigners?” the mob shouted. Continue reading...

Politics

3 d. ago Michael Johnson cancels Los Angeles Grand Slam Track meeting

Emergency meeting held with athletes over decisionDecision leaves LA without major meeting this summerMichael Johnson cancelled the final leg of the new Grand Slam Track series in Los Angeles before an emergency meeting with athletes on Thursday night, leaving the host of the 2028 Olympics and the country’s second-largest city without a major track meeting this summer.Johnson raised around $30m to launch Grand Slam Track this spring, promising a new way of doing track – involving a group of runners under contract racing twice over a weekend and focusing more on where they finished than actual times. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago Brighton’s trailblazer Aisha Masaka: ‘It was my dream to play in Europe’

Tanzanian’s career has been defined by a series of firsts and the 21-year-old is keen to make a mark at her first WafconAisha Masaka became the first Tanzanian footballer to play in the Women’s Super League (WSL) when she signed for Brighton last summer, and she is a pioneer for her country in several ways. Masaka was the first to play in the Champions League, when she was with the Swedish Club BK Häcken, from 2022 to 2024, and recently launched the AKM Foundation, aimed at fighting poverty and promoting gender equality through sport.Masaka started playing street football as a teenager and dabbled in every other sport available to her including basketball and volleyball, much to her parents’ dismay. “We fought a lot because parents, especially in Africa, find it difficult to allow their girls to play football,” says the 21-year-old. “They wanted me to go to school and not be involved in any sport at all.”. Continue reading...

Politics

7 d. ago The Peak District town with country walks and old pubs holding a major festival this summer

It's a town full of Georgian architecture, beautiful walks and charming pubs, and every summer famous faces descend upon it for a major arts festival

Politics

1 week ago Council defends controversial Cosmeston Lake water park ahead of opening

The decision was made to bring visitors to the popular country park this summer but some have branded the plans a 'disgrace'

Politics

1 week ago Major move at holiday hotspot could mean quicker airport queues for Brits

UK passport holders can now use the e-gates at Portugal's airports, in a move that will have big positive consequences for those heading to the sunshine country this summer

Politics

2 w. ago Travellers face one big change if they head to this popular European country this summer

It means you'll need to have your paperwork in order first time and well in advance if you're planning on heading there

Politics

2 w. ago France to ban common object in public places from July 1 with hefty fines

The new rule could catch people out if they're not aware before heading to the country this summer

Politics

3 w. ago Nearly 100 banks to shut their doors next month – see if your high street branch is closing

Several banks are due to close their doors for the last time across the country, with nearly 100 hit with a summer ending – check an interactive map to see what happens to your local branch

Politics

3 w. ago Tourists and Welsh football fans can get 50% off hotels in this stunning country this summer

It's perfect for Welsh travellers who have a special reason to visit Switzerland this summer

Society