English Mayors Get Power to Levy Tourist Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves gives English mayors power to impose a tourist tax on overnight stays, sparking hospitality industry backlash over cost of living concerns.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves gives English mayors power to impose a tourist tax on overnight stays, sparking hospitality industry backlash over cost of living concerns.
London's Mayor Sadiq Khan is set to receive significant new powers over the capital's pubs, bars, and transport network in what ministers call the 'biggest transfer of power out of Whitehall' in decades.
Victoria Police can conduct random searches without warrants in Melbourne CBD until May 2026, sparking human rights concerns. Learn about the controversial new powers.
European giant FlixBus arrives in Australia, offering fares from just £8 between major cities. Discover how this disruptor promises to revolutionise intercity travel with budget prices and modern coaches.
Disturbing footage reveals final moments before fatal Sea World helicopter collision that killed four people on Gold Coast. Watch the investigation unfold.
A 73-year-old Melbourne man has died after falling from the Disney Wonder cruise ship into the Tasman Sea. The vessel turned back but the passenger was not found. Read the latest updates.
Tourists flocked to Buckingham Palace after AI-generated ads promoted a fake Christmas market. Discover how this digital deception unfolded and learn to verify travel plans.
A British woman was among five tourists killed by extreme weather in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. Rescue teams battled hurricane-force winds and heavy snow.
A British woman and four foreign tourists killed in Torres del Paine blizzard. Rescue teams battle extreme weather conditions in Patagonia tragedy. Read the full story.
Sadiq Khan welcomes powers to implement a London tourist tax, potentially raising £240m annually for city infrastructure. Discover how it would work and what happens next.
Melbourne Storm forward Eli Katoa will miss the entire 2026 NRL season following emergency brain surgery for a head injury sustained during training.
London moves closer to implementing tourist levy as Chancellor grants new powers. Discover how the tax could work and its potential £240m economic impact.
The Louvre Museum closes its Campana Gallery due to structural issues, weeks after a multi-million pound jewel heist. Discover the impact on visitors and renovation plans.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves may introduce tourist taxes on hotel and Airbnb stays, potentially costing Britons £518m annually. Industry warns of inflation impact.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans new tourist taxes and a sugar levy expansion to fill a £20bn fiscal hole. Discover how this impacts your wallet and the high street.
Watch as three young peregrine falcons make their maiden flight from a Melbourne CBD skyscraper. One had a dramatic crash landing before success! #Wildlife #Melbourne
Watch the heartwarming moment three peregrine falcon chicks take their inaugural flight from a 35-storey Melbourne skyscraper, captured on a popular livestream. Follow their journey as they learn to soar.
Three peregrine falcon chicks have successfully fledged from their nest atop a Melbourne skyscraper. One had a dramatic crash landing before soaring on its second attempt. Watch their journey!
The Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people have lodged a historic native title claim for Melbourne and its surrounds. Discover what this means for the city and its traditional owners.
Shocking footage shows Victorian police detonating a 'stinger' grenade, a crowd-control weapon linked to serious injuries, at a Melbourne protest. Explore the growing concerns.
An 85-year-old British woman has died after a tornado from Storm Claudia hit a hotel in Albufeira, Portugal. Two others were seriously injured and 26 hurt in the severe weather.
Lambeth Council proposes a 'Love Lambeth Levy' tourist tax on overnight stays to fund local improvements. Discover the debate and potential impact.
A bus has hit a bus stop in central Stockholm, resulting in fatalities and injuries. Police are investigating the incident as involuntary manslaughter. Follow for live updates.
Amy Taylor of Amyl and the Sniffers was left 'fuming' after a free Melbourne show was cancelled due to safety fears. The band offered fans £12,500 in drinks. Read the full story.
A Pennsylvania man was hospitalised after his dog accidentally discharged a shotgun while jumping on a bed. Police are investigating the bizarre incident and reminding gun owners about safety protocols.
A sacred temple pavilion in China was completely destroyed by flames after a visitor improperly used incense and candles. No casualties reported, but safety concerns raised.
Melbourne Storm star Eli Katoa remains hospitalised with uncertain playing future after suffering multiple head injuries and requiring emergency brain surgery during Tonga match.
A common tourist habit in Dubai could land you with a £103,000 fine or jail time. Discover the lesser-known laws, from photography to jaywalking, you need to know before you travel.
Melbourne's Federation Square witnessed history as 374 bagpipe players broke the world record performing AC/DC's classic. Watch this incredible musical achievement now!
Neo-Nazi leader Thomas Sewell has been released on bail from the Supreme Court in Melbourne after an alleged violent attack on a First Nations protest camp. Learn the full story.