Couple trapped by soaring £7,500 service charge
A young couple in Surrey cannot sell their flat due to a £7,500 annual service charge, highlighting England's growing leasehold crisis. Discover their story and the wider impact.
A young couple in Surrey cannot sell their flat due to a £7,500 annual service charge, highlighting England's growing leasehold crisis. Discover their story and the wider impact.
Tourists flocked to Buckingham Palace after AI-generated ads promoted a fake Christmas market. Discover how this digital deception unfolded and learn to verify travel plans.
A British woman was among five tourists killed by extreme weather in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. Rescue teams battled hurricane-force winds and heavy snow.
A British woman and four foreign tourists killed in Torres del Paine blizzard. Rescue teams battle extreme weather conditions in Patagonia tragedy. Read the full story.
Sadiq Khan welcomes powers to implement a London tourist tax, potentially raising £240m annually for city infrastructure. Discover how it would work and what happens next.
London moves closer to implementing tourist levy as Chancellor grants new powers. Discover how the tax could work and its potential £240m economic impact.
The Louvre Museum closes its Campana Gallery due to structural issues, weeks after a multi-million pound jewel heist. Discover the impact on visitors and renovation plans.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves may introduce tourist taxes on hotel and Airbnb stays, potentially costing Britons £518m annually. Industry warns of inflation impact.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans new tourist taxes and a sugar levy expansion to fill a £20bn fiscal hole. Discover how this impacts your wallet and the high street.
An 85-year-old British woman has died after a tornado from Storm Claudia hit a hotel in Albufeira, Portugal. Two others were seriously injured and 26 hurt in the severe weather.
Lambeth Council proposes a 'Love Lambeth Levy' tourist tax on overnight stays to fund local improvements. Discover the debate and potential impact.
A sacred temple pavilion in China was completely destroyed by flames after a visitor improperly used incense and candles. No casualties reported, but safety concerns raised.
A common tourist habit in Dubai could land you with a £103,000 fine or jail time. Discover the lesser-known laws, from photography to jaywalking, you need to know before you travel.
The Cotswolds village of Bibury, named world's most beautiful by Forbes, introduces permanent coach bans and parking restrictions after residents report physical attacks from overwhelmed tourists.
An American woman's family day at Leicester Square Christmas Market turned into a nightmare after a brazen robbery. Read her urgent safety advice for London visitors.
Darren Silcox, 56, fell to his death when a wooden bannister collapsed at Galeon Playa Apartments. The father-of-two from Cwmbran suffered traumatic brain injuries.
Discover the most magical Christmas carol services, concerts and festive musical events across London this holiday season. From royal chapels to candlelit cathedrals.
A massive £1.1 billion regeneration project is set to create a brand new neighbourhood in Beckton, featuring 2,000 homes, shops, and community facilities along the River Thames.
Discover London's vibrant Greek dining scene with our expert guide to the most authentic tavernas, contemporary eateries and hidden gems serving mouthwatering Mediterranean flavours.
Discover the moving poppy installations across London for Remembrance Sunday 2024, from historic displays at the Tower of London to new commemorations at St Paul's Cathedral.
Discover the vibrant cultural scene of London this November 2025 with our curated guide to must-see exhibitions, theatre productions, festivals, and seasonal attractions across the capital.
Discover London's newest winter wonderland as John Lewis transforms its Oxford Street rooftop into an enchanting bar experience with private heated igloos, festive cocktails and stunning city views.
Discover the three best burger joints in London according to the city's rising culinary stars. From gourmet creations to classic comfort food, find your next burger obsession.
Step into a magical winter realm as London's breathtaking Ice Palace opens its doors at The Outernet, featuring stunning ice sculptures, thrilling slides, and immersive frozen experiences in the heart of the capital.
Shocking new research reveals nearly half of Londoners are planning their exit from the capital as soaring rents and property prices make city life unsustainable for many residents.
A major emergency response unfolded in Walthamstow after a serious collision on Blackhorse Road, with air ambulance deployment and road closures causing significant disruption.
Discover which London Underground and Overground stations are displaying special poppy roundels this November to commemorate Remembrance, creating poignant tributes across the transport network.
Discover the hottest comedy nights and must-see acts lighting up London's stages this month. From legendary superstars to groundbreaking newcomers.
Londoners can finally pack away their umbrellas as the BBC forecasts an extended spell of warm, dry weather with temperatures climbing steadily over the coming week.
Westminster Council gains unprecedented authority to regulate pedicabs in Central London, targeting noise pollution, safety concerns and unfair pricing practices that have plagued the West End.