The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Apprentice star Luisa Zissman shares a hilarious holiday moment with her mother in the Maldives, as she prepares for a major family relocation from the UK to Dubai. Discover the reasons behind her move.
Sex and the City star Kim Cattrall, 69, is enjoying a 'dream' honeymoon in the Maldives after secretly marrying audio engineer Russell Thomas, 54, in London. See the stunning photos.
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka holidays in Maldives paradise after heartbreaking £3.98m WTA Finals loss. See her shark swim, tequila recovery and romantic getaway.
Discover how to make the most of your Maldives holiday with insider tips from a seasoned traveller. Learn about luxury resorts, culinary experiences and perfect island hopping strategies.
Tennis star Aryna Sabalenka swaps the court for the ocean, swimming with reef sharks in the Maldives to recover from her season-ending defeat. Discover her unique retreat.
Discover Dhigurah, a pristine 3km-long Maldives island only 250m wide, teeming with whale sharks and stingrays. A hidden paradise facing rapid development. Plan your escape now.
The Maldives introduces revolutionary anti-smoking legislation, banning tobacco products across all 1,192 islands with severe penalties for violations. Essential reading for travellers planning paradise getaways.
A British tourist's idyllic Maldives holiday ended in tragedy when he suffered a fatal heart attack while swimming in the turquoise waters of the luxury resort.
The Maldives becomes the first nation to implement a complete generational smoking ban, prohibiting tobacco sales to anyone born after 2007 in a groundbreaking health initiative.
Reality star Lucy Watson showcases her incredible figure in a revealing swimsuit while enjoying luxury accommodations at the stunning Siyam World Maldives resort, where villas start from £1,000 per night.
A Place in the Sun presenter Laura Hamilton stuns fans with her incredibly toned figure during Maldives getaway, revealing impressive muscle definition from rigorous fitness regime.
Former Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison reveals the terrifying moment she thought her plane would crash during her Maldives honeymoon with husband Erminio 'Kai' Fennell, describing it as the 'worst turbulence of her life'.
Dreaming of turquoise waters and white sands but can't face the long-haul flight? We reveal Europe's most breathtaking tropical-style destinations that offer paradise closer to home.
Dreaming of turquoise waters and white sands? Our travel experts reveal how the Maldives can be more affordable than you think with these insider tips for the ultimate luxury escape.
A British tourist's dream Maldives holiday turned into a terrifying fight for survival when powerful ocean currents swept her half a mile from her resort while snorkelling in what should have been paradise waters.
Frida Redknapp showcases her stunning bikini figure during luxurious Maldives wellness retreat while ex-husband Jamie Redknapp welcomes new baby with wife Frida
The US State Department has elevated its travel advisory for the Maldives, warning tourists that terrorist attacks may target popular locations frequented by Western visitors. Learn which areas are considered high-risk and what precautions travellers shou
Discover why Oblu Nature Helengeli by Sentido is becoming the go-to Maldivian escape for British travellers seeking luxury, sustainability and unforgettable experiences.
Maldivian authorities have arrested multiple opposition protesters in a dramatic crackdown following demonstrations against President Mohamed Muizzu's government. The unrest comes amid growing political divisions in the Indian Ocean archipelago.
Love Island star Maura Higgins turns heads with her breathtaking bikini display while enjoying a sun-soaked luxury retreat in the Maldives with friends.
Singer Conor Maynard is engaged to his girlfriend of over six years, Annie Guichard. The romantic proposal took place during a secret getaway in the Maldives.
The truth behind the Maldives' famed 'Sea of Stars' is revealed. Discover why this bucket-list natural phenomenon isn't what it seems and the real story of the glowing plankton.
An exclusive look inside The Muraka, the world's most expensive and breathtaking underwater villa in the Maldives. Discover the £12,000-a-night suite where marine life is your only neighbour, but privacy is utterly non-existent.
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Newlyweds' romantic getaway to paradise descends into chaos as airline denies boarding to their Spaniel, sparking a desperate two-day ordeal across UK airports.