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Lake District campaigners demand tourist tax over litter crisis

Furious Lake District residents and campaigners are calling for a tourist tax and on-the-spot fines to tackle a surge in littering, fly-camping, and anti-social behaviour, blaming a 'tsunami' of visitors for degrading the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Lavender Farming Blooms in the Lake District

Discover how a historic Cumbrian farm is pioneering a fragrant new future for Lake District agriculture, transforming its fields with sustainable lavender cultivation.

Elderly Duo Rescued From 40C Hot Tub in Buckinghamshire

Two women in their 80s were dramatically rescued after becoming trapped in a scorching 40°C hot tub at a Buckinghamshire retirement village, requiring emergency services to drain the facility in a tense operation.

Drone Zipline Rescues Israeli Hiker in French Alps

In a world-first emergency operation, French mountain rescuers used a drone-deployed zipline to save an injured Israeli hiker stranded on a treacherous Pyrenees peak near the Spanish border.

TikTok Star Emily Long Murdered: Boyfriend Jailed for Life

Ryan Johnston has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of his girlfriend, TikTok personality Emily Long. The 21-year-old was found guilty of stabbing Emily to death in a 'frenzied and sustained attack' at their home in Cumbria.

13-Year-Old's Heartbreaking Life as Mum in UK Care Crisis

Exclusive images and interviews reveal the devastating reality of a teenage girl forced into motherhood at just 13, highlighting Britain's growing epidemic of child carers and the systemic failures putting vulnerable children at risk.

Investors sue UK over failed Cumbria coalmine

Investors are taking legal action against the UK government after the collapse of the controversial Cumbria coalmine project, potentially leaving taxpayers to cover the costs.

Luxury Lodges in Cumbria – Hot Tub Escapes

Wild Rose Holiday Park in Cumbria has launched exquisite new lodges, offering couples a dreamy retreat with hot tubs and breathtaking views of the Lake District.

Pilot killed in Snowy Mountains plane crash

A light plane has crashed in the Snowy Mountains near the NSW-Victoria border, claiming the life of its pilot. Emergency services rushed to the scene, but the victim could not be saved.

Tourist bus crashes in London's Russell Square

A tourist bus collided with a building in central London's Russell Square, leaving several people injured. Emergency services rushed to the scene as authorities investigate the cause.

Second person dies in Southend plane crash

A tragic incident in Southend claims a second life following a light aircraft crash. Emergency services responded swiftly, but the victims could not be saved.

Sycamore Gap tree vandal sentenced

A man has been sentenced for the shocking felling of the iconic Sycamore Gap tree near Hadrian’s Wall, a crime that sparked national outrage. Read the full story here.

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