8 h. ago I was paid $5,000 to move to a 'dying' town. I was sold a hidden gem... but could never have predicted what it did to my life

Movers such as Kelley Meadows are taking advantage of cash incentives and other perks offered by 'dying' towns across the US competing for remote worker citizens

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16 h. ago Tiny UK airport named among Europe's best but it's nowhere near London

This small airport in Scotland has been listed as one of the best in Europe by the Airport Service Quality Awards - one of only two UK airports recognised across all categories this year

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19 h. ago Beautiful UK seaside town crowned one of the best in Europe for major feature

The small market town of Lymington in Hampshire has been named as one of the best in Europe - and it's perfect for foodies looking for the best seafood in the continent

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32 h. ago We are Nobel laureates, scientists, writers and artists. The threat of fascism is back | Open letter

As in 1925, when Mussolini was in power, we must openly defy the brutal imposition of the fascist ideologyOn 1 May 1925, with Benito Mussolini already in power, a group of Italian intellectuals publicly denounced his fascist regime in an open letter. The signatories – scientists, philosophers, writers and artists – took a stand in support of the essential tenets of a free society: the rule of law, personal liberty and independent thinking, culture, art and science. Their open defiance against the brutal imposition of the fascist ideology – at great personal risk – proved that opposition was not only possible, but necessary. Today, 100 years later, the threat of fascism is back – and so we must summon that courage and defy it again.Fascism emerged in Italy a century ago, marking the advent of modern dictatorship. Within a few years, it spread across Europe and the world, taking different names but maintaining similar forms. Wherever it seized power, it undermined the separation of po...

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34 h. ago ‘The best way to discover hidden gems’: why you should try out a bookshop crawl

Like bar-hopping, but for browsing books: this trend, popularised on TikTok, makes for a great day out – and can help you discover unique literary spotsWe’ve all heard of bar crawls, but what about a bookshop crawl? The premise is essentially the same – you hop from venue to venue – but instead of drinking beers you browse books. Having begun as a trend among TikTok users, mainly in the US, the idea has begun to be adopted across the globe.There are a few “official” ways to try it out for your yourself: Bookshop Crawl UK organises the London Bookshop Crawl, as well as crawls across the country, Bristol Walkfest has organised a walking tour of the city’s numerous indies, and in April, the Chicagoland Bookstore Crawl ran an event for Independent Bookstore Day which rewarded participants who visited 10 shops on the day with 10% discount on books for the rest of the year. And the Global Book Crawl runs an annual event with 17 participating countries, from Ireland to Fiji. Continue readi...

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37 h. ago Tiny UK seaside town named a hidden gem with boutique shops and castle

This "buzzy" town in northern Wales has been dubbed a tiny treasure for its impressive coastal views, historically significant castle and beloved community shops

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43 h. ago Beautiful UK village is home to 'best hidden gem' with a Caribbean

A tiny town in the UK has been revealed as having the 'best hidden gem' with a gorgeous beach that looks like it's come straight out of a storybook

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54 h. ago From Le Tissier to Agyemang, five young Lionesses hoping to shine for England at Euro 2025

Clinton and Le Tissier are among new names in the England squad who have their sights set on European glory

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57 h. ago Italian hidden gem that's 'as beautiful as Rome' but much less crowded

The Little Rome in the Alps, Aosta is a small city in the Aosta Valley, the northwesternmost corner of Italy. The city is guarded by three of the tallest massifs in the Pennine Alps

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3 d. ago UK village with just 150 residents is hidden gem with 'stunning views' and waterfall

The Lake District National Park is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and charming villages, drawing visitors from across the globe — but this spot is a hidden gem

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3 d. ago Scotland's 'best city for a night out' that was named top Europe party destination

It features famous nightclubs, acclaimed restaurants, and much more.

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3 d. ago Two Scottish restaurants named among Europe's best for authentic Neapolitan pizza

Scotland’s pizza scene has earned global praise, with two favourites named among Europe’s best in a top guide

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4 d. ago Gorgeous Greek island is 'best place to avoid crowds' in Europe during summer

Symi is a hidden gem known for its brightly coloured harbour, historical architecture and turquoise waters - making it a must-visit for anyone looking for a holiday away from the crowds

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4 d. ago Turkish hidden gem with neon pink skies just became easier to reach, with new flights starting at just £175

It's 6am in Pigeon Valley, Cappadocia, and apart from the seam of neon pink rising by Mount Erciyes, the scenery is cloaked in darkness.

Economics

4 d. ago Brit sprinter Daryll Neita can 'feel fan cheers under skin' as she eyes double gold glory

Daryll Neita won 100m European bronze at Munich 2022 before adding 200m silver to her name two years later in Rome but she's not going to stop there

Sport

4 d. ago Manchester pizzeria named amongst the best spots for pizza in Europe

'It’s tradition, passion and precision'

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4 d. ago Underrated Canary Island where tourists never go with 3,000 hours of sunshine

As the insatiably popular Canary Islands continues to grapple with over-tourism and insufferable crowding, but one tiny hidden gem remains completely unspoilt

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5 d. ago Brentford ace named Premier League's best value player but it's not Bryan Mbeumo

Brentford have mastered a brilliant recruitment strategy that has seen the club pick up bargains from across Europe, but one star has been named the Premier League’s best value player

Sport

5 d. ago Scottish area named among best in Europe to see rare 'Strawberry Moon'

The rare celestial event will be visible this week.

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5 d. ago Beautiful seaside city named an Ibiza dupe in Europe's 'cheapest' country

The short-term rental platform, Airbnb, has named one Albanian city a "White Isle dupe" - offering resplendent and pristine beaches and a vibrant nightlife at a fraction of the cost of Ibiza

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