The Spaniards too had left their marks
RECENTLY WE published an article on how, despite our efforts to break away from the political ties that Jamaica has with Britain, there will always be a strong connection between both jurisdictions because the names of hundreds of places in Jamaica...
Trapped climbers at risk of frostbite as they continue to wait for rescue
An Alpine rescue crew is in touch with the climbers stranded since Tuesday and is continuing to assess their conditions.
Scotland's sporran makers 'critically endangered' by foreign imports
Edinburgh-based business William E. Scott and Son create traditional, hand-crafted sporrans and belts - and have been since their opening in 1937.
Foreign Office warns UK tourists as holiday destination evacuated due to ‘severe’ conditions
Northern Italy has been hit by severe floods which have swept across central Europe
Man visits one of world's most dangerous countries for holiday – and is left amazed
Iran is often portrayed as a grim, forbidding place, where music and even pets are banned. But globetrotting podcaster Drew Binsky says he's found a very different side to the middle-eastern country
New 'climate card' would give unlimited UK train travel for £49
A simplified UK rail pass could be introduced for passengers with a flat-fee for train travel - this is what campaigners are calling for in a bid to slash costs and emissions for passengers
The UK's least-known best place is a village that's as pretty as it is 'lively'
The Cheshire village of Malpas has been named the best 'secret' place to live in the UK, with its cobbled streets, historic buildings and sense of community
Village volunteers call for community support after taking over running of community centre
Members of Cowie Rural Action Group - known locally as CRAG - have been hard at work after taking over the running of the community centre and they're calling for villagers to help support their efforts.
New Food for Good hub is to open its doors in Crieff
Food for Good will officially open at 2-4 East High Street from 10am on Tuesday, September 24
Broadband project set to benefit Crieff homes
Engineers plan to start work on a major project the area this autumn, according to a spokesperson for broadband provider Openreach – as part of a £600 million investment by the Scottish Government
Peak District walk offering pretty village, 'amazing' views and a cosy pub at the end
On a crisp autumn day, the Peak District is particularly special - and this walk has it all
River Exe Action Week launches with Assembly of River Beings and Salmon Run
Join the River Exe Action Week! From river walks to the Salmon Run, there's something for everyone to reconnect with nature
The 'hidden gem' UK holiday park in bewitching forest with sauna to relax in
Whitemead Forest Park in the Forest of Dean is the perfect getaway for lovers of the great outdoors and those who crave indoor comforts during the cold weather
Beach hut on Dorset sandbank sells for £485,000 in 24 hours
The wooden cabin is located on the Mudeford Sandbank in Christchurch, Dorset - home to the most expensive beach huts in the country.
Girl, 17, swims English Channel - powered by Jelly Babies
"I'm really tired and achy but it was definitely the best day of my life"
Shoppers stock up on teeth whitening solution that removes 'years of stains' in 3 for 2 offer
The brand's three for two deal enables customers to stock up on their favourite teeth whitening products for less
'I once got talked to rudely in Kent, I'll never go back to England' Readers react as English hikers vow not to return to Wales
Readers have reacted after a group of women from Lancashire complained about "hostility" in Llanberis
Last chance to win a seven day Ambassador cruise for two with the British Travel Awards
The online public vote for the British Travel Awards (BTAs) - which have been running since 2008 and are regarded as the nation’s gold standard travel industry accolades - is open now and runs to September 29
Local charities and sports clubs to benefit at Autumn Racing Weekend at Curragh Racecourse
Two days of action at home of flat racing
‘Tourism strategy to focus on developing satellite sites’
Puducherry tourism strategy focuses on satellite sites to diversify experiences, aiming for increased visitors and sustainable growth.
Decline in tourist arrivals hits Wayanad during festive season
Wayanad tourism suffers due to landslides, resulting in lowest visitor numbers in recent history, impacting local economy severely.
Overpass construction at Malaparamba Junction to begin soon
Vehicle Overpass construction at Malaparamba Junction on NH 66 & NH 766 with traffic diversions for smooth flow.
This knife - bought over the counter at a Greater Manchester shop - will soon be illegal
An amnesty is underway - but time is running out
'I bagged £313 worth of free luxury anti-ageing skincare by changing how I shop'
If you're into luxury skincare and anti-ageing, there's one beauty advent calendar you need to get your hands on for 2024, says our Fashion and Beauty Editor Rachel Pugh
Auckland food businesses that started out at the markets
Nikita Joel only started selling her pistachio chocolate bars three weeks ago. Now, people queue in their hundreds and thousands sell online.
Aoraki Mount Cook rescue: Injured climbers airlifted to safety after four nights stranded in hut
Two climbers are in good spirits after being plucked from "some of the steepest and most rugged terrain in the country" on Aoraki during a short weather window.
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