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British Mother, 34, Dies After Cosmetic Surgery in Turkey, Inquest Finds

UK Mother Dies After Tummy Tuck & BBL in Turkey

Sophie Hunt, 34, died from multiple organ failure after cosmetic surgery in Istanbul. An inquest raises concerns over her fitness for the procedures. Read the full investigation.

David Heathcote, artist and Hausa craft scholar, dies at 94

Artist and scholar David Heathcote dies aged 94

Renowned British artist and art historian David Heathcote has passed away at 94. His influential work spanned painting, sculpture, and the preservation of Hausa crafts, with a major collection now at the British Museum.

Universal Studios UK: £50bn Theme Park Approved for Bedford Opening 2031

Universal's £50bn UK theme park approved for Bedford

The UK's first Universal Studios theme park, set to open near Bedford in 2031, has been approved. The £50bn project promises 28,000 jobs and will transform the region's economy. Discover the plans and local reaction.

Greece's Monk Seals Face New Threat: Unregulated Tourism Jeopardises Recovery

Tourism Threatens Greece's Rare Monk Seal Recovery

Greece's rare Mediterranean monk seals, a symbol of the nation's heritage, face a modern peril from booming marine tourism. New protected areas offer hope, but enforcement is key to their survival. Discover the fragile balance.

Life in Shere: The Real Village from The Holiday is 'Like Narnia'

Inside the real village from The Holiday film

Residents reveal what life is truly like in Shere, Surrey, the picture-perfect village made famous by the Christmas classic The Holiday, from tourist crowds to hidden cocktail bars.

EU to Regulate Short-Term Rentals in Bid to Tackle Housing Crisis

EU Plans Crackdown on Airbnb-Style Rentals

The European Commission unveils its first-ever affordable housing plan, targeting short-term lets and speculation. Barcelona's 2028 rental ban faces legal challenge.

Universal Studios UK Theme Park Approved for Bedfordshire, Opening 2031

Universal Studios UK Theme Park Gets Green Light

The UK's first Universal Studios theme park has been granted planning permission near Bedford. The £500m part-publicly funded project promises 8,000 jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Read the full details.

Martin Parr, Acclaimed Photographer of British Life, Dies Aged 73

Photographer Martin Parr dies aged 73

Martin Parr, the celebrated Magnum photographer famed for his acute observations of British society and class, has died. We look back at his iconic career in pictures.

Life in the UK Test: Why Knowing Greggs Trumps Habeas Corpus

The UK citizenship test is a 'bad pub quiz'

A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.

Goa Nightclub Fire Kills 25, Including Tourists, in Tragic Blaze

Tourists among 25 killed in Goa nightclub fire

A devastating fire at a popular nightclub in Goa has claimed at least 25 lives, including tourists. The blaze broke out around midnight at the Birch by Romeo Lane venue in Arpora. Read the latest updates on this tragedy.

The 'Aryan Village' Myth: How a False Pregnancy Tourism Rumour Shaped a Himalayan Community

False 'Aryan' Pregnancy Tourism Rumour in Ladakh Villages

For decades, a bizarre rumour claimed European women visited remote Ladakhi villages seeking 'pure Aryan' babies. We uncover the imported myth's impact on the Brokpa people and their fight to reclaim their true identity.

UK Underground Rap Explodes: How EsDeeKid & New Wave Spark a British Invasion

UK Underground Rap's Global Explosion & New British Invasion

A new wave of UK underground rap, led by artists like EsDeeKid and Lancey Foux, is achieving global fame. With a maxed-out, experimental sound and a focus on British identity, this movement is poised for a major international breakthrough. Discover the sc

Skydiving Instructors Strike Nationwide as Pay Talks Collapse

Skydiving instructors strike in unprecedented action

Skydiving instructors across the UK are staging an unprecedented strike today, halting operations at major tourism sites. Meanwhile, the government receives a crucial US review on the Aukus submarine pact. Follow our live blog for the latest updates.

American tourist ranks Newcastle above Barcelona & Prague despite 'relentless downpour'

US visitor says Newcastle beats Barcelona and Prague

American writer Walter Meyer declares Newcastle Upon Tyne superior to European hotspots like Barcelona and Prague, praising its friendly locals and hidden gems. Discover why this UK city won him over.

Onlookers Review: A Static Gaze on Tourism's Impact in Laos

Film Review: Onlookers Examines Tourism in Laos

Kimi Takesue's documentary 'Onlookers' offers a contemplative look at how tourists and locals coexist in Laos. The film is available on True Story from 5 December. Explore the visual tensions.

Tourist Tax for England: How £1 Charge Could Raise £250m

Tourist Tax Approved for England in Budget

English mayors gain power to impose tourist taxes on overnight stays. Discover how much revenue this could generate and which cities are embracing the change.

5 Reasons to Visit Santander: Spain's Undiscovered Coastal Gem

Discover Santander: Spain's Hidden Coastal Gem

Explore the 5 compelling reasons to visit Santander, Spain. From its Michelin-starred food scene and ancient caves to stunning art and palaces, discover this unique destination.

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