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Instead of looking forward to the great British getaway, families up and down the country are starting to fear the prospect of jetting off abroad this summer. Far from a relaxing break, parents are now facing the prospect of entertaining children as families wait in long queues that snake out of airport terminal buildings hoping that they will make the gate in time. And they might end up being the lucky ones. Plenty of holidaymakers may not make it abroad at all, as airlines continue to cancel flights every day with alarming regularity. Whether it be standing in line waiting to get away, or stuck at home on the sofa because of a cancellation, Britons will rightly ask what on earth has gone wrong this summer? Why is it that after two barren years during the pandemic, airlines and airports can not get their act together? Unsurprisingly, there is not one simple explanation. Aviation bosses have been grappling with a cocktail of problems that includes staff shortages, … [Read more...] about How the great British getaway became a holiday from hell

Cameron Norrie blasted past Tommy Paul to reach the quarter-finals at Wimbledon (Image: GETTY) Sign up for FREE for breaking Wimbledon news and player updates SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Cameron Norrie became the first British man to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals since Andy Murray in 2017 - and then declared he wants to carry on emulating the double champion. The British No.1 played his first-ever fourth-round match in a Grand Slam like a veteran as he beat his mate American Tommy Paul 6-4 7-5 6-4. He never trailed and looked in total control - and is getting better in every match in his home Grand Slam. Related articles Heather Watson crashes out of Wimbledon as Cam Norrie now flying flag John McEnroe pleads … [Read more...] about Cameron Norrie outguns Tommy Paul to make Wimbledon quarters and keep British hopes alive

Heather Watson was competing in the fourth round of Wimbledon for the first time (Image: GETTY) Sign up for FREE for breaking Wimbledon news and player updates SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Jule Niemeier apologised for killing the party mood as Centre Court’s 100th celebrations began with a home defeat. Heather Watson lasted just 1hr 17min before crashing out 6-2, 6-4. Related articles Roger Federer confirms plan to make Wimbledon comeback one more time 'I feel nervous' Djokovic on edge at Wimbledon ceremony next to Roger But the 22–year-old playing her first ever Wimbledon was a very gracious winner. “I just want to say sorry that I had to kick out a British player today,” Niemeier said. “The atmosphere was … [Read more...] about Heather Watson crashes out of Wimbledon as Cam Norrie now flying British flag solo

Laura Hamilton brought the sun to Silverstone in a stunning yellow dress. (Image: Instagram Laura Hamilton) Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Laura Hamilton , 40, looked lovely at the British Grand Prix on Sunday wearing a summery yellow dress as she ticked visiting Silverstone off her “bucket list”. Laura’s midi dress featured a multi-coloured pattern which she accessorised with some nude court heels, a matching clutch bag and shielded her eyes with some dark sunglasses. Her blonde bob was styled straight and she wore a dazzling pair of diamond earrings. Sharing a series of snaps to her 158,000 Instagram followers, Laura said: “An incredible experience … [Read more...] about A Place In The Sun’s Laura Hamilton wows fans in ‘stunning’ yellow dress at Silverstone

A man of few words in public, Lester Piggott did his talking in the saddle – and hardly anyone in horse racing history did it more eloquently. His seemingly flawless skill and instincts, as well as a ruthless streak, helped to make him a winning machine, loved by millions across the nation. Piggott, who has died aged 86 in hospital in Switzerland, rode his first winner aged 12 and his last when he was 58. He fell from grace when he was jailed for tax fraud . But his standing as perhaps Britain’s greatest ever flat racing jockey has never been in question. Jockey Frankie Dettori said: “He was a legend. We always tried to aspire to be like him and none of us can do it. We all grew up wanting to be like him.” Rod Street, chief executive of Great British Racing, said: “Lester was a true titan of sport who transcended horse racing.” Five-time champion jockey Willie Carson said: “I feel as though I’ve lost part of my life as Lester has been part of my life since I came into … [Read more...] about ‘True titan, sporting icon and superb tactician’ Lester Piggott dies aged 86

This should be a moment of great anticipation. For countless holidaymakers up and down the land, July signals the beginning of the summer escape – of a chance to get away, explore and relax, perhaps for the first time since the pandemic brought such significant restrictions. Instead, what many travellers feel in Britain at the moment is anxiety and frustration. For those heading to airports, the months leading up to their journeys are fretted with worry that flights will be rearranged or simply cancelled, with compensation often hard to claim. If they do get to the terminal as planned, delays are frequent and cancellations still possible even at the last minute. When they return, they can face huge waits for their baggage. Far from the joyful experience it’s meant to be, going on holiday this summer will too often be a story of disappointment and broken dreams. It’s not hard to see the problem. During the pandemic, airlines were swift to cut back on staff. BA fired 10,000 early in … [Read more...] about Britain can’t afford a summer of travel chaos

Prince George is set to celebrate a key milestone this month, with the Cambridge household expected to prepare days in advance. Kate Middleton and Prince William will celebrate their son's ninth birthday with noisy toys and traditions in tow. Prince George Alexander Louis made his debut at St Mary's Hospital in Paddington on July 22, 2013, and he was introduced to the world the very next day. READ MORE Prince Harry 'still angry with royals because of Diana's treatment', claims psychic The third-in-line to the throne was named after royal figures King George V and King George VI, Lord Louis Mountbatten. The Queen was also honoured within his name, as Kate and William used 'Alexander' as the male version of the monarch's middle name 'Alexandra'. While nothing is known about how Prince George will be marking his birthday day, it is likely that it will be a private family affair, reports The Mirror . It is also expected that The Duchess of Cambridge will carry on … [Read more...] about Prince George set to celebrate key milestone but mum Kate Middleton may not be happy

As Britain baked in record temperatures nine days ago, easyJet’s top brass was feeling the heat from investors. The great and the good of the City had been invited by HSBC to attend a virtual “fireside chat” between Andrew Lobbenberg, a prominent aviation analyst, and Peter Bellew, easyJet’s operating head. The timing could hardly have been worse. Since Easter, easyJet and its airline rivals have been bombarded with criticism over chaotic scenes at Britain’s airports. Queues snaking out of terminal buildings, last-minute cancellations and passengers stranded abroad have become commonplace, heaping misery on holiday makers starved of trips abroad for nearly two years. On June 17, faced with being overwhelmed during the crucial summer months, Gatwick took the unprecedented step to place a restriction on flights in and out of the airport . With the airport its biggest base, the move would have a profound impact on easyJet’s summer, too. Under pressure from investors … [Read more...] about Nervous summer for easyJet as post-pandemic boom fails to take off

A lot of us get frustrated with pesky flies annoying up in our homes all summer long. However, cleaning experts have revealed a little-known tip to keep pesky flies out of your home while enjoying a welcome breeze through your windows. They say one simple house plant enough to ensure the nuisance visitors 'buzz off'. READ MORE: Mum shares no-scrubbing hack to clean tile grout that she discovered by accident And the good news is that it won't break the bank, with it available cheaply from Aldi and Tesco. Basil repels flies as they hate the strong smell so by putting a pot of basil on your windowsill, flies are less likely to come into your home. Mint is also said to keep flies away, which is also available in supermarkets for less than £2. You can pick up a pot of basil in Aldi for just 67p while Tesco charge £1.30 for a medium size basil or mint pot. The cleaning experts at Tap Warehouse also told Yorkshire Live how to prevent flies from lingering … [Read more...] about House plant costing just 67p can keep flies out of your home all summer long

T he pound is facing an “existential crisis” and is likely to weaken further during this year, one of Wall Street’s top banks has warned. Bank of America says sterling “finds itself in an increasingly invidious position” for reasons including “increasingly challenging” Bank of England communication. Kamal Sharma, a London-based foreign exchange strategist for the lender, said the outlook for the pound was “grim”. The warnings came as the price of oil breached $120 (£95) a barrel on Monday, hitting a two-month high amid tightness in the market and concern over supplies. Oil prices have risen amid tight supply driven by the fallout from Russia’s war in Ukraine, as well as increased demand as more economies return from Covid-related restrictions. China announced easing of its restrictions, while the European Union worked on a plan to ban imports of Russian crude. The pound has fallen about 6.6pc this year in dollar terms, leaving it as one of the worst performers among the … [Read more...] about Pound faces ‘existential crisis’, Bank of America warns