Residents living on a “deserted” holiday island say they are living in a 1960s “time warp” that visitors have abandoned. Canvey Island in Essex used to be a thriving holiday…
Tourists
- Australia
- Sports
David Warner’s impressive personal honour as Australia beat West Indies in T20 opener – with tourists accused of playing ‘dumb cricket’ by Mark Waugh
by AlexanderPersonal milestones continue for David Warner He has represented Australia in all three formats 100 times. Mark Waugh felt West Indies were playing ‘dumb cricket’ The Australians won the first…
- US
Shoplifters open fire on security guard in New York City’s busy Times Square hitting an innocent bystander in the leg and sending tourists fleeing for cover
by JackA tourist was shot in the leg in Times Square when a robber opened fire on a security guard and fled while firing at police. Security detained the shooter and…
- World
Brazil declares state of emergency due to surge in dengue fever cases just as millions of tourists from around the world arrive for Rio carnival
by AlexanderRio de Janeiro has declared a state of emergency amid rising dengue cases, just as millions of tourists are arriving in Brazil for the city’s famous carnival. Meanwhile, Sao Paulo,…
- Travel
Big Ben slammed by tourists on TripAdvisor who would prefer if the clock was digital and easier to read – as online critics dismiss the gothic revival architecture as ‘mid’
by MerryIt may be one of Britain’s most iconic monuments, but for many expectant tourists, Big Ben is a huge disappointment. The beloved clock tower has more than 32,000 reviews on…
- Politics
Sajid Javid joins 100 business leaders to call for return of tax-free shopping for overseas tourists
by AlexanderBy Harriet Line, Deputy Political Editor Published: 1:53 PM EST, April 25, 2023 | Updated: 16:33 EST, April 25, 2023 Sajid Javid today joined 100 business leaders to call for…