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British Tourist Shot in Thai Road Rage Attack by Drug Dealer

A British holidaymaker is fighting for his life after a suspected drug dealer shot him in a vicious road rage attack following a minor traffic incident outside a luxury hotel in Phuket, Thailand. The shocking daylight assault has sparked a major police ma

'Scary' UK High Streets Force Shops to Flee

Residents and business owners voice their fears as soaring crime, anti-social behaviour, and neglect turn once-thriving high streets into no-go zones, prompting a retail exodus.

UK Woman Stranded and Penniless in Spain by Ryanair

A British woman's holiday in Spain turned into a desperate fight for survival after Ryanair cancelled her flight, leaving her abandoned and without money. Read her shocking story of airline negligence.

Hero guide dog saves owner in yacht sinking drama

A Swiss man and his loyal guide dog narrowly escaped tragedy after their yacht sank off the coast of South Africa. Their rescue was delayed for days due to a bureaucratic standoff over the dog's paperwork, sparking international outrage.

Tourist paralysed after Devon sea safari seat fails

A British tourist's dream holiday turned to tragedy when a catastrophic seat failure on a Devon sea safari boat left him paralysed from the waist down. The horrifying incident occurred off the coast of Ilfracombe, sparking serious safety concerns.

St Ives Crowned UK's Happiest Seaside Town

The picturesque Cornish town of St Ives has been officially named the happiest place to live in the UK, according to the latest Office for National Statistics data, beating out rivals with its stunning beaches and vibrant community spirit.

US Mom's 50-Min Venice Chase After Daughter's Ponytail Grabbed

A mother's Venetian holiday turned into a real-life thriller when a 14-year-old pickpocket grabbed her daughter's ponytail. Discover the brilliant method she used to track the thief through the crowded canals and get her property back in a tense 50-minute

Aussie Tourist, 25, Dies in Vietnam After Suspected Food Poisoning

A young Australian man's dream holiday in Vietnam ends in tragedy. Jordan McMillan, 25, dies suddenly in a Da Nang hospital after falling violently ill, with his family pointing to suspected food poisoning. A devastating reminder of the risks for travelle

Morecambe's Gen Z Abandoned as Amenities Vanish

Exclusive investigation reveals a stark generational divide in Morecambe, as young people are abandoned by the decline of essential services, transport, and social spaces, creating a 'youth drain' crisis.

Irish Man Found Dead in Portugal After Vanishing on Holiday

A major investigation is underway after an Irish man disappeared during a holiday in Portugal's Algarve region. His body was discovered days later near a popular tourist attraction, with police treating the death as suspicious.

Italy bans cliff diving after tourist's fatal plunge

Italian officials have issued a stark warning to tourists after a man died cliff diving from a popular beauty spot. The tragedy has prompted immediate safety reviews and calls for an end to the dangerous trend.

Brit tourist faces decade in Thai jail after fatal crash

A British holidaymaker's reckless 'wheelie' on a rented scooter in Phuket ended in tragedy, causing a fatal collision that sparked a mass street fight and now threatens him with a 10-year jail sentence under Thailand's stringent legal system.

European tourist town faces business collapse

A beloved tourist hotspot is on the brink of losing hundreds of businesses due to soaring costs and declining visitor numbers. Locals fear the town's charm may vanish forever.

British tourist drugged, robbed of £16k in Rio

A British holidaymaker collapses on a Rio de Janeiro beach after being drugged by two women who spiked his drink and stole £16,000 from his bank accounts. Disturbing CCTV footage captures the brazen crime.

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