42 m. ago ‘He’ll be happy here’: papal retreat forsaken by Francis excited to welcome Pope Leo

Longstanding tradition set to resume as new pontiff opts to spend summer holiday in Castel GandolfoWhen, soon after being elected in 2013, Pope Francis broke from longstanding Vatican tradition by choosing not to spend his summer holiday in the papal retreat of Castel Gandolfo, a sleepy hilltop town overlooking a lake about an hour south of Rome, residents were taken aback.One shopkeeper, Anna, compared the perceived rejection to a divorce, while another said it slightly ruptured a sense of belonging. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago YOU's style editor reveals the best pieces to add to your summer holiday wardrobe, including these £6 sandals

Channel the St Tropez style of yesteryear via retro prints, raffia and a headscarf or two

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7 h. ago Brits urged to pack 4 essential medications in their luggage for holidays

Don’t let a dicky tummy, sunburn or travel sickness ruin your holiday this summer, with nutritional therapist and pharmacist Deborah Grayson’s top tips

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8 h. ago DWP could stop PIP payments or entitlement if you holiday abroad this summer

Millions of people on PIP may not be aware of the rules around holidaying abroad.

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8 h. ago Top 10 best new romance books to take on holiday with you this summer

If you're looking for a romance novel to take on holiday with you this summer, look no further

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36 h. ago Holiday chaos for Scots tourists as airport staff head towards summer strikes

Around 450 employees at the airport are preparing to walk out amid unresolved disputes over pay and working conditions.

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46 h. ago The Scottish lochside former boat house you can stay in for summer holiday

The accommodation is described as "perfect" for water sports.

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52 h. ago Ryanair axes 170 flights as air traffic control strikes spark summer holiday chaos

Holidaymakers flying from Edinburgh to France and among some 30,000 passengers facing travel disruption.

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2 d. ago Jet2's 'final chance' message to people booking summer holidays

The airline is offering a major discount for anyone booking a summer holiday - but its for a limited time only

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3 d. ago Exciting summer holiday events planned for Dumfries and Galloway coastal woodlands

Woodlands along the Solway coast a series of adventure sessions in a bid to give young people the ability to better enjoy and understand their local environment.

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3 d. ago Roman's 'pretty' 20% off sale dress is 'lined but lightweight' for summer

"True to size, very stylish summer dress. Lined but lightweight, ideal holiday wear"

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3 d. ago Eight beautiful Scottish island paradises to visit for summer holiday

From Skye in the Inner Hebrides to Unst in Shetland.

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4 d. ago How to make sure your carpet isn't naff: Colours NEVER to choose, the materials that don't work, secret store that sells top brands for less plus the thing your friends will judge you for

Anyone who saw the epic carpet fail that was Jeff Bezos's wedding at the weekend will realise that, although it may sound simple, there is a fine art to buying a carpet.

Economics

4 d. ago FatFace's 'cool' summer dress that 'doesn't crease' and will 'pack well for holidays'

The Noelle dress from Fat Face features a beautiful blue and white print inspired by the sea, making it the ideal pick for beach holidays. And shoppers can't get enough of it

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4 d. ago 'Stylish and comfortable' Next animal print summer dress 'perfect for holiday' is £28

The dress from Next features a v-neck collar and short ruffle sleeves in a floaty linen-blend fabric.

Economics

4 d. ago List of 6 passport damage signs that could ruin your summer holiday

Even minor damage to your passport can cause major issues for holidaymakers this summer

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5 d. ago Warning to British tourists over hand luggage rules and restrictions

Those planning a summer holiday should get familiar with the hand luggage rules and restrictions

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5 d. ago How to navigate summer childcare requests, without getting overwhelmed

Clearly setting expectations can help set the stage for a stress-free summer

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5 d. ago AD FEATURE: Discover how a small change on your next shop can help feed children this summer

Tesco customers can purchase a pre-packed donation bag for families in need as part of the supermarket's summer holiday initiative

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5 d. ago This is exactly what you have to do to lose half a stone in just two weeks

What if I told you the 'holiday half stone' is not an inevitable consequence of eating well abroad? That you can sample the tastiest foreign dishes and still fit into your shorts once you get home.

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