Lisbon is scrapping its strict short-term rental rules, which failed to curb rising housing costs. Data shows similar policies in Edinburgh, Barcelona, and New York also backfired. Discover the impact.
The European Union unveils a landmark plan to regulate short-term holiday lets, aiming to free up housing and tackle the affordability crisis across member states. Read the full details.
Two new Rome metro stations, set to open in 2025, have become museums showcasing archaeological finds from their construction. Discover the history unearthed beneath the city.
Rome has finally opened its long-awaited Metro C line station beneath the Colosseum, showcasing unearthed Roman artefacts. Discover how this engineering feat blends ancient history with modern transport.
Spain imposes a €64m fine on Airbnb for advertising unlicensed tourist rentals, part of a major crackdown on platforms fuelling the housing crisis. Discover the details and Airbnb's response.
Father hails son as hero in Bondi Beach terror attack. EU targets Russian shadow fleet, China offers birth incentives, Airbnb fined, and MH370 payout. Read the full global briefing.
Spain imposes a €64 million fine on Airbnb for advertising unlicensed holiday rentals amid a national housing crisis. Discover the details and government crackdown.
Milan bans self-check-in keyboxes from public spaces to tackle overtourism. Fines of €400 start in January. Read the full story on the growing European backlash.
Bali's governor plans a major crackdown on Airbnb, citing tax losses and harm to hotels. This could disrupt travel for over 1.5 million Australian visitors annually. Read the latest on the proposed ban.
Budapest's historic District VI will implement a full ban on tourist lets from 1 Jan 2026. The move aims to curb overtourism and restore affordable housing for residents. Discover the impact on UK travellers.
Frustrated Neapolitans say overtourism is destroying their city's soul, with soaring rents and generic shops replacing authentic life. Discover the growing backlash.
One year after Byron Shire imposed a 60-day cap on short-term rentals, Airbnb reports rental prices have hit record highs. Discover the ongoing housing battle.
Discover why Mallorca's locals are angry about over-tourism and the Airbnb crisis, and why a November visit offers a more sustainable travel experience.
Travel expert Jordan Cooper reveals seven millennial travel habits confusing older travellers. From Airbnb stays to digital nomad lifestyles, discover the generational divide in holiday approaches.
Discover the secret treasures of Rome's Colonna Palace, a private 12th-century family home with a 76-metre Great Hall, open only on Friday and Saturday mornings.
Discover Rome's most exclusive tourist destination - the private Colonna Palace, open only 2 mornings weekly to small groups. Explore its hidden treasures now.
An Airbnb superhost's flawless reputation was shattered by a single one-star review from a guest who made extraordinary demands, revealing the dark side of short-term rental platforms.
A Scottish holiday let owner's five-star Airbnb rating has been stripped away following an unusual complaint about noisy sheep - leaving the luxury accommodation business in turmoil over countryside sounds.
Discover the ultimate digital detox in a secluded floating cabin on a Canadian lake - the perfect getaway for those seeking complete isolation and natural beauty.
New York City implements devastating blow to Airbnb with strict new regulations banning most short-term rentals, leaving thousands of properties facing removal from the platform.
Exclusive investigation reveals how vulnerable Londoners escaping abusive relationships are being blocked from emergency housing by Airbnb's verification policies requiring court documentation many don't possess.
Dramatic rescue operation in Rome's Tor Sapienza district after catastrophic building collapse leaves multiple survivors in miraculous escape from rubble.
Dramatic rescue operation underway in Rome after 13th-century tower collapses, trapping man in rubble just metres from the Colosseum as he fights for life in intensive care.
Shocking video captures the moment part of Rome's historic Torre dei Conti medieval tower crumbles to the ground, raising urgent questions about heritage preservation.
Shocking scenes in Rome as the iconic Barcaccia Fountain transforms into a bubbling cesspool, leaving tourists horrified and authorities scrambling for answers.
A section of the medieval Torre dei Conti crumbled near Rome's Colosseum, sparking emergency closures and raising concerns about the preservation of Italy's historic structures.
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A teenage birthday celebration at an Ohio Airbnb property ended in tragedy when gunmen opened fire, leaving multiple people dead and injured in what authorities describe as a targeted attack.
BBC money expert reveals HMRC's new powers to track your side income from online platforms. Discover what you need to declare and how to avoid penalties in our essential guide.