British tourists ditch Spain and Portugal for 'coolcations'
British holidaymakers are abandoning traditional hot spots like Spain and Portugal due to extreme heat, opting instead for cooler 'coolcation' destinations in Scandinavia and the Alps.
British holidaymakers are abandoning traditional hot spots like Spain and Portugal due to extreme heat, opting instead for cooler 'coolcation' destinations in Scandinavia and the Alps.
The Cuisinart Freeze Wand Ice Cream Maker is now £79.99 at Lakeland, £120 less than the Ninja CREAMI Deluxe, with £20 off and four presets for ice cream, sorbet, slushies and milkshakes.
An abandoned UK theme park, Pleasure Island in Cleethorpes, is set to be transformed into a £70m holiday resort with 272 lodges, two hotels, a Lidl, and a Costa drive-through, pending final approval.
One of the biggest misconceptions about the Blue Badge scheme is that friends and family can use the badge to run errands without the holder, which could lead to a £1,000 fine.
A reader argues that Nintendo will win the console war due to PlayStation and Xbox's focus on power, high prices, lack of games, and poor decisions, while Nintendo offers cheaper, creative alternatives.
A Salford housing estate of 177 homes lies largely empty months after completion, while over 4,000 households await social housing. Delays blamed on missing certificates and wiring.
Over 1 million under-25s in the UK are NEET. Young people in Greater Manchester describe unanswered applications, experience demands, and feeling trapped. Government pledges £2.5bn Youth Guarantee.
Plumleys Garden Centre in Cheshire, run by the 7th generation of the Yates family, celebrates 200 years in business. Original seed drawers remain, and the site has survived war and recession.
Shoppers can save 10% on the Outsunny 331L waterproof storage box with wheels and lock, now £98.10 with code SUMMER10 at Yimbly. Easy to assemble and praised by customers.
Andy Burnham's plan to save UK high streets by lifting business rates thresholds and taxing tech warehouses may shift burden to larger firms, risking jobs and supply chains.
Aldi announces 450 new store assistant jobs and 40 new stores as part of a £370m UK expansion, offering £13.50 hourly wage and paid breaks.
Fisherman's Cottage in County Durham offers a tranquil escape with superb countryside views, a private hot tub, and space for up to six guests, priced from £1,236 per week.
As The Pembroke, a £100m private members' club, opens in Belgravia, experts debate whether London's club scene is a golden era or an overcapacity bubble set to burst.
British Airways warns business class passengers that not all fares include free seat selection; a customer was charged over £300 after paying nearly £5,000 for flights.
Roman's palazzo stretch trousers, priced at £27 for new customers, feature a shirred waistband for a slimming effect. Shoppers praise them as 'comfy and cool' for hot weather, with a maxi-skirt look.
St Ives in Cambridgeshire defies high street decline with about 50 independent traders, no empty shops, and a picturesque riverfront, attracting tourists from Cambridge and the US.
A flight attendant reveals her method for finding the best economy seats on a plane, including which seats to book and avoid for a comfortable journey.
The Glasshouse Restaurant at Rowallan Castle in Ayrshire, set in 360 acres of countryside, offers fresh summer meals with local produce, earning a 4.2 Google rating and Good Food Awards.
Liverpool have signed 14-year-old Isaiah Bryan from West Brom for £200,000, while Jason McAteer urges Andoni Iraola to strengthen the right flank with a full-back and winger, targeting Yan Diomande or Bradley Barcola.
Ex-England star Chris Waddle warns Newcastle United against signing Marcus Rashford, citing high wage demands and inconsistency after a poor World Cup.
In the mid-1980s, the Welsh village of Troedrhiwfuwch was demolished due to landslide fears, displacing 600 residents across 94 houses.
Manchester United's £38m move for Atalanta's Ederson collapses after medical concerns; Tyler Fredricson set to leave. Carrick's squad takes shape ahead of new season.
Sainsbury's Tu Clothing floral embroidered poplin cami pyjama set at £24 is praised as cool and stylish for heatwaves; new TopCashback users can get it for £2.37 after £21 sign-up bonus.
Sex workers in the UK are losing bank accounts due to moral objections, despite legal work. Lily Phillips' case highlights a growing trend of financial exclusion, leaving many unable to pay bills or receive income.
Residents in Pontycymer face £7,000 each for a leak repair they say has no evidence, calling Welsh Water's tactics 'bullying' as deadline looms.
Manchester City's Rodri could join exclusive club with World Cup win; his future is uncertain amid Real Madrid links. James Trafford also seeks clarity on his role.
Jason McAteer urges Liverpool to strengthen right-back and right-wing after Mohamed Salah's exit, as Yan Diomande's £100m move stalls and PSG lead race; 14-year-old Isaiah Bryan joins for £200,000.
Tommy Fleetwood's £120,000 prize money from the 2018 Open Championship was mistakenly transferred to an American golf enthusiast with the same name, Thomas Fleetwood.
Manchester United lost 1-0 to Wrexham in their pre-season opener. The club has signed Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans for £85m, with Karl Darlow as backup. Questions on Rashford, Mainoo, Gore, and Gabriel answered.
Manchester United's deal for Ederson faces medical issues, recalling Ruud van Nistelrooy's failed 2000 medical before joining a year later, scoring 150 goals.