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UK surrenders Chagos Islands to Mauritius amid China fears

British MPs have signed a secretive agreement returning the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, raising national security concerns as China invests £30 billion in Mauritian infrastructure, potentially compromising a crucial UK-US military base.

Chinese lobbying on Chagos Islands exposed in Parliament

Labour MP Stephen Doughty exposes concerning Chinese lobbying efforts targeting UK politicians regarding the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, raising serious questions about foreign interference in British politics.

British woman missing from Tenerife hotel

A young British tourist has mysteriously disappeared from a popular Tenerife resort, sparking an international search operation and leaving family desperate for answers.

British Virgin Islands face tsunami threat

New geological research reveals the Caribbean paradise of the British Virgin Islands faces a significant tsunami risk from nearby fault lines, with experts calling for urgent preparedness measures.

France asserts sovereignty over Indian Ocean islands

President Macron faces international criticism as France asserts sovereignty over scattered islands in the Indian Ocean, raising tensions with Madagascar and challenging UN maritime conventions.

Giant wave terror: Brits flee Tenerife seafront

Shocking footage captures the moment a colossal rogue wave crashes over sea walls in Tenerife, sending terrified British holidaymakers fleeing for their lives as water floods restaurants and threatens to drag people out to sea.

Jay Slater's Family Praise 'Angels' in Tenerife Search

The devastated family of missing teenager Jay Slater speak out as the massive search operation in Tenerife enters its critical phase, revealing the incredible support from 'absolute angels' keeping them going.

Tenerife tourism crisis hits British holidaymakers

British tourists arriving in Tenerife are encountering a dramatically changed holiday experience as anti-tourism protests sweep the Canary Islands, with new restrictions transforming popular destinations.

Maureen Crill: Jersey philanthropist dies at 88

Discover the remarkable life of Maureen Crill OBE, the Jersey businesswoman and philanthropist whose generosity touched every corner of the Channel Island community until her passing at 88.

Tavolara: Mediterranean's Tiny Island Paradise

Escape to Tavolara, the Mediterranean's smallest inhabited island where crystal-clear waters meet dramatic limestone cliffs and even the local crabs have royal status. This hidden gem off Sardinia's coast offers breathtaking swimming spots and unforgettab

Britain's Secret Island Paradises Revealed

Escape the tourist crowds and discover Britain's most breathtaking hidden island paradises, from wildlife havens to culinary hotspots just off the mainland coast.

British tourist rescued after 12-hour jet ski ordeal

A British holidaymaker's dream vacation turned into a desperate fight for survival when he was swept out to sea on a jet ski and spent 12 harrowing hours clinging to buoys before a dramatic rescue.

British grandad fights for life after Tenerife balcony fall

A British grandfather is fighting for his life after falling from a hotel balcony in Tenerife during a family holiday. The 73-year-old from Essex suffered catastrophic injuries in the four-storey plunge as his devastated family watches over him in a Spani

Spain's Tourist Tax: Extra Costs for British Travellers

British tourists heading to Spain this summer may encounter unexpected costs as regions implement new tourist taxes targeting visitors. Discover which popular destinations are affected and how much extra you could pay.

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