The UN's 2025 World Tourism Barometer shows a 4% global increase in tourist arrivals, reaching 1.52 billion, with Africa leading regional growth at 8% and Europe remaining the top destination.
Royal Mail faces a £21m fine for missing delivery targets for the third consecutive year, with delays affecting over 100 postcodes due to storms and staff sickness. Customers report missing urgent mail as parcels are prioritised.
Cult Beauty's new Art of Everyday Edit box, curated by Lisa Potter-Dixon, delivers £150 worth of premium makeup for £45, including a full-size Charlotte Tilbury blusher valued at £30.
Heather and Brian Ahern were barred from Sainsbury's petrol stations for weeks after a system error falsely flagged them for unpaid fuel, leading to solicitor threats and voucher issues.
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A train derailment in the Swiss Alps, triggered by fatal avalanches, has resulted in multiple casualties as severe weather conditions continue to impact the region.
Consumer champion Martin Lewis highlights packaged bank accounts with travel insurance and breakdown cover as potential money-savers for pensioners and older individuals on his BBC podcast.
Peter Waddell, founder of Big Motoring World, is suing his own company after being dismissed following allegations of harassment, bullying and race discrimination. The multimillionaire claims his disabilities were ignored.
Tesco's F&F fashion brand has impressed shoppers with a brown striped cardigan priced at just £25, described as 'gorgeous' and 'perfect' for spring in viral social media posts.
Microbiology experts reveal why fabric softener makes towels stiff and less absorbent. Learn the correct washing temperature and detergent quantity to preserve your linens.
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Financial experts reveal the most common regrets among retirees in their 70s and 80s, including inadequate savings and lack of planning for incapacitation, with actionable advice to prevent these costly mistakes.
Lloyds Banking Group CEO Charlie Nunn addresses concerns after using aggregated employee bank account data during union pay negotiations, prompting ICO inquiries.
A new S&P Global survey reveals UK consumer confidence has plummeted to its lowest in two years, with households feeling 'dismal' about finances as debts mount and spending stalls.
The Guardian invites UK residents to share a memorable family adventure in Europe for a chance to win a £200 Coolstays voucher. Submit your 100-word tip by 23 February.
Analysis reveals global shortages of critical minerals like lithium and cobalt, with JD Vance advocating for a US-led trading bloc to secure supply chains and counter China's dominance.
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John Paulson's Conn-Selmer Ohio factory confronts intense competition from China, influenced by Trump-era trade policies, impacting US manufacturing and local jobs.
High-end Chinese American restaurants are challenging stereotypes with refined tasting menus, moving beyond takeout staples and gaining recognition in cities like San Francisco and New York.
Residents of Sandbanks' millionaire's row celebrate as councillors reject plans for a three-storey mansion that would have overshadowed neighbouring bungalows, despite planning officers recommending approval.
Royal Mail faces a £21m fine for missing delivery targets, with storms and staff sickness causing delays in over 100 postcodes. Parcels are prioritised over letters, leading to missed urgent communications.
Shoppers can save over £35 on sleek black furniture as B&M's Sienna 2 Drawer Bedside Table offers a budget-friendly alternative to B&Q's similar Berkfield TV Cabinet.
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New research demonstrates that open-plan offices force brains to work harder than private spaces, with EEG data showing increased mental effort and fatigue in shared environments.
US private equity firm Carlyle has backed a £150 million refinancing deal for online retailer Very Group, converting debt to equity and extending loan maturities as it seeks a sale.
A Staffordshire restaurant has publicly shamed two aggressive diners who refused to pay a £165 bill after CCTV caught one apparently sprinkling his own hair on a steak in a brazen bid for a free meal.
A picturesque walk through Blenheim Palace's Cotswolds grounds offers a stunning sea of snowdrops in February, reminiscent of scenes from Jane Austen's novels, with accessible trails and family activities.
A Dorset coffee shop has issued a full apology and refund after an employee wrote 'depressed f***s' on a receipt for a family holding a funeral wake. The grieving relatives described the incident as a 'sick joke' and 'heartless'.
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Canadian holidaymakers are increasingly booking Disneyland Paris instead of US theme parks, with travel agents citing political factors like Trump policies and proposed social media checks as deterrents.
Leon has closed 22 restaurants and cut 244 jobs since entering administration in December, with administrators confirming ongoing losses and a shift in strategy.
A viral TikTok video showing a woman bringing Tesco delivery crates into her kitchen has sparked widespread confusion among shoppers about what's actually allowed.
Royal Mail has issued warnings of potential service delays affecting over 100 UK postcodes, citing recent storms and high staff sickness rates as key factors disrupting deliveries.
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Manchester Piccadilly, the UK's second-busiest station outside London, closes for nine days for a £7.9 million track and signalling modernisation project, with limited services and rail replacement buses in operation.
