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China's £530m British Village: Thames Town Replica

Explore Thames Town, a meticulously crafted British village in China. Built for £530m, it features cobbled streets and red phone boxes. Discover its journey from 'ghost town' to wedding hotspot.

Phone Theft Warning for UK Holidaymakers Abroad

New research reveals 41% of British travellers have had phones stolen on holiday, with Spain, France and Canada the top hotspots. Experts urge vigilance and insurance checks.

Greek island pays £15k for families to relocate

The tiny Greek island of Antikythera is offering families and skilled workers €500 a month, free accommodation, and food to boost its population. Could this be your dream move?

Britons Held 15 Years in India Without Trial

The families of Christian Michel and Jagtar Singh Johal demand urgent UK government action as the two men languish in overcrowded Indian prisons without conviction, amid fears of a diplomatic standoff.

Brit boy, 13, stabbed to death in Portugal

Tributes are paid to Alfie Hallett, 13, who was allegedly murdered by his mother's ex-partner in a Portuguese village. The convicted killer then caused a gas explosion.

British boy, 13, stabbed to death in Portugal

A 13-year-old British boy has been killed in a stabbing in Tomar, Portugal. The suspect, his mother's ex-partner, reportedly died in a subsequent gas explosion. Follow for updates.

Biggest culture shocks for British expats revealed

New data reveals the top cultural surprises for Brits living overseas, from Australia's game meats to Spain's late dinners and Canada's extreme cold. Discover the trade-offs of the expat dream.

UK Couple on Hunger Strike in Iran Jail: Son's Plea

Lindsay and Craig Foreman mark a birthday in an Iranian prison. Their son Joe reveals they are on hunger strike, having 'lost all hope' after nearly a year detained on 'ludicrous' spying charges.

UK woman swaps £3k costs for £706 Greek paradise

Renae Smith left UK 'suburbia' for a stunning Greek waterfront villa, slashing her monthly outgoings from £3,000 to just £706 and finding 'pure joy'. Discover her cost of living escape.

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