NSW bans 670+ pokies venues from 24/7 gambling
New South Wales government ends 20-year exemptions allowing 673 pubs and clubs to operate poker machines after 4am following research showing increased gambling harm overnight.
New South Wales government ends 20-year exemptions allowing 673 pubs and clubs to operate poker machines after 4am following research showing increased gambling harm overnight.
New academic studies reveal Ireland's iconic pubs are vanishing, threatening community cohesion. Discover why this cultural cornerstone is disappearing and what it means for Irish society.
Mitchells & Butlers reports strong £2.7bn revenue and 20% profit growth while facing £130m cost pressures from wage hikes and inflation. Discover how pub giants navigate economic challenges.
Raymond Hager, 95, becomes world's oldest bus driver in Wichita Falls. The inspiring driver says he has 'no desire to quit' and was honoured by the mayor. Read his remarkable story.
UK pub owners warn Chancellor Rachel Reeves' planned 4% alcohol duty increase in the Autumn Budget will drive up drink prices and force more closures. Learn how this affects your local.
Gramma, the beloved 141-year-old Galapagos tortoise and San Diego Zoo's oldest resident, has died. Discover her incredible century-spanning life story.
William The Fourth in Leyton has moved its under-18s curfew to 7pm after complaints the pub resembled a 'creche'. The venue remains family-friendly by day.
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Explore London's oldest pubs from Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese to The Prospect of Whitby. Discover their fascinating stories, famous patrons like Charles Dickens, and centuries of history.
Jeremy Clarkson enforces a strict 100% British ingredient policy at his pub, The Farmer's Dog, even banning customer birthday cakes. Discover his costly commitment to UK farming.
Amber Knight was brutally attacked after refusing a man a pint at closing time. The Met Police then tried to revoke her pub's licence despite community support. Read the shocking full story.
A Welsh pub receives zero food hygiene rating after 50 diners fell ill from contaminated Sunday roast. Health officials confirm clostridium perfringens outbreak. Read the full investigation.
Grace Dent reviews The Shaston Arms, a London pub trying to be a boozer and a restaurant. The result is a sterile, Gen Z-friendly experience with premium prices and poor service.
A Dublin pub near Guinness brewery creates 60/40 blend mixing alcoholic and non-alcoholic stout, dividing purists. Would you try this 1.7% ABV hybrid?
Shocking CCTV shows two thieves stealing a bag containing a £2,000 laptop from a London pub. The pair have been sentenced to prison. Read the full story.
JD Wetherspoons is launching its inaugural European pub at Alicante airport, serving full English breakfasts and Spanish tapas. The Castell de Santa Barbera opens in January 2026.
Food blogger Harrison Webb visits The Harwood Arms, London's only Michelin-starred pub, and is left stunned by the quality of the food, particularly the scotch egg and lamb.
JD Wetherspoon is making its international debut with a new pub at Alicante–Elche Airport, serving British classics to holidaymakers from January 2026. Discover the menu and expansion plans.
The Churchill Arms in Kensington has unveiled its spectacular annual Christmas display, featuring 90 conifer trees and thousands of fairy lights. Discover this global attraction.
Hannah Shirley, the world's oldest pygmy hippo in managed care, celebrates her 52nd birthday with a Hungry Hungry Hippos party. Discover her incredible story of resilience.
An east London pub has controversially barred children after 6pm after customer feedback stated it was starting to resemble a 'creche'. Discover the full story behind the decision.
The William The Fourth in Leyton introduces an adults-only policy from 6pm after customer feedback about unsupervised children. Discover the new rules and the pub's family-friendly daytime hours.
The Walkers of Whitehall faces licence review after residents complain about drinkers occupying wrong pavement, urinating and causing noise near Trafalgar Square.
JD Wetherspoon is launching its first overseas pub at Alicante airport, serving local dishes and beer from 6am. Discover the pub chain's European expansion plans.
Wetherspoons confirms a new pub partnership with Joe's Bar at the University of Birmingham, set to open Easter 2026. Discover the new menu and job opportunities.
East London's trendiest pub, the Spurstowe Arms, is taking over The Elderfield in Lower Clapton this December. Discover the plans for this new venture and what it means for the local community.
Discover The Compton Arms, the historic Islington pub frequented by George Orwell. Enjoy traditional ales, London craft beers, and excellent gastropub food. Plan your visit today!
Stonegate Group, the UK's largest pub chain, is considering a £1billion sale of over 1,000 venues to address its £3billion debt. Discover the details and what's next for Slug & Lettuce owner.
Explore The Fox & Pheasant, James Blunt's high-end Chelsea pub. Discover its haunted history, celebrity owner, and surprising gourmet menu that goes beyond traditional pub fare.
More than 2,300 residents are campaigning to protect the 18th-century Black Horse Pub in High Barnet from redevelopment by securing 'Asset of Community Value' status. Sign the petition to show your support.