£200m for UK Forces Deployment to Ukraine
The UK government has earmarked £200 million to ready its armed forces for deployment to Ukraine as part of a multinational peacekeeping force, following a landmark agreement with France and Ukraine.
The UK government has earmarked £200 million to ready its armed forces for deployment to Ukraine as part of a multinational peacekeeping force, following a landmark agreement with France and Ukraine.
France has postponed the G7 summit by a day after Donald Trump confirmed a UFC fight night on the White House lawn for his 80th birthday. Discover the details and diplomatic implications.
Ryanair is slashing flights to popular holiday destinations in 2026, cutting routes across France, Spain, Germany and Portugal due to rising taxes and fees. Check the full list of affected airports.
Storm Goretti causes major disruption across northern Europe with record winds and heavy snowfall. Hundreds of thousands lose power, travel is halted, and schools close. Read the latest updates.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer commits to a Commons vote before any UK troops are sent to Ukraine under a new UK-France security pact, following a potential ceasefire.
Sir Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron sign a joint declaration pledging a multinational force for Ukraine's security after a peace deal. The historic agreement was unveiled in Paris.
Britain and France announce readiness to send troops to Ukraine following a peace deal, as revealed at a major Paris summit. Read the full details on the historic security commitment.
Keir Starmer announces UK and French forces would establish a presence in Ukraine following a peace agreement with Russia. Read the latest on the security plan.
Sir Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron sign a joint declaration pledging a multinational force for Ukraine's security after a peace agreement. Read the full details.
easyJet and Ryanair announce major expansion from London Stansted for 2026, adding direct flights to Paris CDG, Glasgow, and Malmö. Jet2, TUI, and Turkish Airlines also boost services, offering UK travellers more choice and value.
Essential guide to 2026 boarding pass policies for major UK airlines. Avoid fees up to £55. Learn digital vs paper rules for Ryanair, EasyJet, TUI & British Airways.
Discover the most memorable organised challenges, from cycling the Tour de France route to trekking Kilimanjaro. Get inspired for your next adventure and find out how to enter our travel tips competition.
Traditional French bistros face a catastrophe, with 25 closing daily. Changing habits, delivery apps, and tax rules threaten the nation's iconic dining culture. Discover the full story.
France is set to introduce a social media ban for children under 15 from September 2026. The draft bill, championed by President Macron, aims to protect teens from online risks. Read the full details.
George and Amal Clooney have officially become French citizens, joining a growing list of A-listers leaving the US. The couple cited a better life for their twins in Provence.
A Ryanair flight to Tenerife made an emergency U-turn after severe turbulence over France. A doctor onboard treated injuries, describing a 'horror scene'. Full details on the incident and passenger accounts.
Passengers face higher ticket prices as regional airports, including Manchester and Bristol, see business rates bills skyrocket by up to 295%. Find out how this will impact your travel costs.
Jérémie Battaglia's film follows North African raseteurs facing danger and prejudice in Camargue bullfighting. A poignant look at integration. Watch from 2 January.
Brigitte Bardot's death reveals a complex legacy. The French icon wanted to be remembered for animal rights, but her decades of support for Marine Le Pen's far-right party and convictions for racial hatred complicate her image. Explore the full story.
Algeria's parliament has unanimously approved a law declaring France's 132-year colonisation a 'state crime', demanding an apology and reparations. Explore the details and diplomatic fallout.
Italy's competition authority fines Ryanair €256m for abusing its market power to limit online travel agency sales. The airline vows to appeal as it hits a record €31bn valuation.
Discover how one family enjoyed a week at Eurocamp's La Croix du Vieux Pont near Paris for less than £400. Find out why this budget-friendly, activity-packed holiday is a perfect alternative to Center Parcs.
Passengers on a Ryanair flight from Edinburgh to Faro had a 'scary' experience after the aircraft's wing tip struck a fuel tanker on the tarmac. Read the full details of the incident and evacuation.
A savvy mum from Romford flew to Italy for a day, enjoying amazing pizza for less than a trip into Central London. Discover how she does it and her other budget European day trips.
Jet2 launches a historic new route from Newcastle to Chambéry, France, offering skiers and culture seekers a fresh Alpine escape from January. Book now for £49 fares.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces off against Ryanair's Michael O'Leary in The Guardian's Christmas business quiz. Who will win this festive battle of wits? Read the full story.
French First Lady Brigitte Macron faces a legal complaint from over 300 women after a video showed her using a sexist slur against feminist protesters. Read the full story.
A new report finds UK policies to stop small boat crossings have increased violence and smuggler power, failing to deter arrivals. Calls for safe routes and inquiry.
Ryanair launches new budget flights from Liverpool to Tirana, Albania from £65. Discover the vibrant city's transformation, cheap eats, and how to do a £100 holiday.
A 13-year-old girl was dragged into a KFC toilet in Paris and gang raped by four men. The suspects, aged 18-24, were arrested and face up to 20 years in prison. Read the latest on this horrific attack and the wider issue of sexual violence in France.