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August 02, 2025 22:39 UTC

Scroll down for our tips on moving abroadEXPAT ESCAPE We ditched the UK for Spain, we love the sun and relaxed culture, but paying bills & getting post is a total nightmareA MUM who ditched the UK to live in sunny Spain has revealed it's not as easy as it seems. While she says Spain 'still has her heart,' she explains that some day-to-day tasks are a total nightmare to do abroad. And bills were a total nightmare to pay as well, rather than being able to pay online, she said you have to go to the bank and pay in cash on specific days. Use Suitcases for Heavy Items Pack books and other heavy items in rolling suitcases. "Buying a car in UK, insured in 2 minutes, taxed in 2 minutes, in your name online 2 minutes, in Spain 2 weeks," penned a third.

August 02, 2025 22:29 UTC

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August 02, 2025 21:20 UTC

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August 02, 2025 20:11 UTC

Part of the county has been ranked as one of the best places in the UK for walks during summer. Many people often flock to Dedham Vale on the Suffolk and Essex border, with the landscape often considered one of the most beautiful places in the country. The walk trough Dedham Vale was recently recommended as one of the top 20 most glorious in the UK by The Times. The newspaper said to start in Dedham and follow the Stour Valley Path through Flatford Mill to Manningtree before circling back to Dedham past Castle Hill. It said: "Follow the meandering River Stour through Constable Country to Flatford Mill and Willy Lott's Cottage.

August 02, 2025 19:36 UTC





Tony Joynes, 47, was sentenced at Carlisle Crown Court in 2020 for a terrifying axe and knife attack on a local couple. The jury rejected his claims and found Joynes, who at that time had no fixed address, unanimously guilty of both offences. Announcing that an investigation is now "in progress", the Ombudsman’s website stated that Joynes passed away on July 13. At the time of his death, he was a serving prisoner at HMP Garth, a Category B prison located at Ulnes Walton, Lancashire. Passing sentence, Judge Nicholas Barker said he was satisfied that the violence meted out by Joynes was planned and intentional.

August 02, 2025 19:15 UTC

William George Carey, 51, died on July 11, 2025, when the motorbike he was riding collided with a car on the B5307 from Finglandrigg to Kirkbampton. Mr Carey, of Church Road, Kirkbride, was an advanced practitioner of histology by occupation and worked at the Cumberland Infirmary. Ms Taylor told the court: "Mr Carey has been involved in a road traffic collision, and accordingly his death cannot be regarded as a natural cause of death." Ms Taylor set a provisional date for a final inquest hearing of November 20, 2025, provided that all enquiries have been completed. "We would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who helped him at the time of the accident."

August 02, 2025 16:03 UTC

Last year saw the Workington Festival of Running brought back into the town as the first half-marathon event in 40 years. This year’s popular event will take place on Sunday, August 10, at Workington Cricket Club from 8 am. There are races to suit all running abilities and ages, including a half marathon, 10k, 5k and 1k fun run. The race will start at Workington Hall and is said to offer runners an ‘exciting course that combines challenging sections’. The 10k will begin at 12 pm for runners aged 15 and above, and the 5k is open to anyone aged 11 and over.

August 02, 2025 16:03 UTC

THE TIMESLiverpool have had a £110m bid for Alexander Isak rejected by Newcastle United and, as it stands, do not intend to return with a second offer. DAILY TELEGRAPHNewcastle are optimistic they can now keep Alexander Isak and are hopeful a compromise can be reached with the striker, who has made it clear he would like to move to Liverpool. THE INDEPENDENTLiverpool have decided against making a second bid for Alexander Isak after seeing a £110m offer rejected by Newcastle United. THE ATHLETICFormer Manchester United academy coach Simon Wiles has been appointed by Liverpool as head coach of their under-18s team. From next season, Sky Sports' Premier League coverage will increase from 128 matches to at least 215 games exclusively live.

August 02, 2025 12:54 UTC

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August 02, 2025 12:44 UTC

Get all the latest Aries horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions. 2 Your weekly horoscope for Saturday♉ TAURUSApril 21 to May 21Words are your planet super-power – so get involved in contests that fill in gaps, or add words to pictures. And today Jupiter helps you ask the best questions and make the smartest moves. Get all the latest Libra horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions♏ SCORPIOOctober 24 to November 22Your own sign sparkles with planet fireworks and excitement. Get all the latest Pisces horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

August 02, 2025 12:33 UTC

Busey entered a guilty plea to a single count of criminal sexual contact during a virtual hearing in state court in Camden on Thursday. He was initially charged with two counts of fourth-degree criminal sexual contact, one count of attempted criminal sexual contact and one count of harassment. Busey’s lawyer Blair Zwillman confirmed on Friday that the other charges were dropped as part of a plea deal reached with prosecutors. The actor faces up to five years’ probation and fines when he is sentenced September 18. “In my view Mr Busey was ‘overcharged’ probably based on his star status,” Mr Zwillman said in an email.

August 02, 2025 11:38 UTC

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August 02, 2025 10:44 UTC

The Times says President Trump has "raised the stakes in an American trial of strength with Russia", after he deployed two nuclear submarines, external in response to posts on social media by Dmitry Medvedev. The Guardian, external reports half of the six million people requiring NHS treatment in England have not had either their first contact with a specialist or a diagnostic test since being referred by their GP. The Daily Mail, external reports the man who tried to kidnap Princess Anne in 1974 has been released from Broadmoor and is campaigning to clear his name. The Sun thinks the Treasury will be breathing a sigh of relief at the Supreme Court's ruling on car finance claims. But the Daily Express sees it as a blow for millions of motorists, external, who it says will "miss out".

August 02, 2025 10:38 UTC

Storm Floris is expected to bring potentially strong winds from 6am on Monday until 6am Tuesday. The storm could bring wind gusts of 40-50mph across inland areas with coastal and high ground areas possibly experiencing gusts up to 70mph. Residents have been warned to brace for potential disruptions and damage. Travel disruptions are a possibility, with road potential closures and interruptions to rail, air, and ferry services because of the storm. In the 2024/2025 Storm Naming season, Storm Floris is the sixth named storm.

August 02, 2025 10:21 UTC