A British tourist has filmed the chaotic scenes at a Mallorca hotel where guests queue from 6am and sprint to claim sunbeds when the pool opens at 8am. Edward Lawton, 58, described the daily scramble as 'absolute carnage' and called for a better policy at the Globales Santa Lucia Hotel.
Ellie Taylor has shared details of a chaotic family holiday on the Sussex coast, during which her young son was rushed to Chichester A&E after his cough escalated into croup. The comedian, recently announced as the new host of Strictly's It Takes Two, documented the ordeal on Instagram, including a steroid treatment and a later mishap when her son fell and cut his leg.
Jo Gardiner, who appeared on the BBC's Race Across the World with her son Sam, has died at 61 following a battle with cancer. Her family confirmed the news, remembering her as 'an intrepid adventurer.' Her son Sam died in a car crash in June 2025.
India has lifted its ban on wheat and wheat product exports with immediate effect, according to notifications from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade. The move revises export policy from 'Prohibited' to 'Free' for specified wheat codes and follows earlier limited shipments. Officials cite depressed domestic prices and farmers' interests as key reasons.
The Supreme Court has directed the High-Powered Enquiry Committee to prioritise sexual assault complaints from women protesters following the July 20 NEET protests at Jantar Mantar. The directive came after senior advocate Shobha Gupta urged the court to take suo motu cognisance of the allegations.
A man in his 40s is in a critical condition following a single-vehicle crash on the R352 at Bodyke, Co Clare, on Sunday night. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage as the road remains closed for a technical examination.
Alumni of the International School of Business & Media (ISB&M) from the 2001-2003 batch reunited nearly 25 years after graduation, pledging continued support to their alma mater. The event, attended by Founder-President Dr. Pramod Kumar, featured reflections on the institution's role in shaping careers and advice for current students.
BJP state president B.Y. Vijayendra raised questions over the August 15 Hanur forest firing in which three people were killed, demanding a CBI probe, the release of post-mortem reports, and the resignation of Forest Minister Ramalinga Reddy. He also sought clarity on the whereabouts of injured survivor Mahima Das, alleging he is being kept hidden.
A Class 1 student at Mitra Institution in Kolkata was bitten by a snake on Monday morning and taken to SSKM hospital. The student is stable, while the forest department searched the premises but found no snake. This marks the second such incident in the city within a week.
Actress Tanushree Dutta has shared a video and post questioning the automatic respect given to senior figures in Bollywood, arguing that age should not determine trust. She recounted personal experiences and urged people to look beyond age, appearance, and background.
Chief Colorectal Surgeon Dr. [Name] of Smiles Institute of Gastroenterology shares his 25-year mission to break the stigma around colorectal conditions in India, highlighting his pioneering work in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. The article, published as an advertorial, combines personal reflection with calls for conversation and prevention.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held talks with Sudan's Finance Minister on economic cooperation and reconstruction, while a separate phone call with a US presidential advisor covered Sudan, the Horn of Africa, and Libya. Cairo reiterated its support for unity and sovereignty in both Sudan and Libya.
The Supreme Court on Monday questioned the Delhi Race Club's month-long delay in challenging a Delhi High Court order that cleared the way for eviction from an 84-acre plot on Lok Kalyan Marg. The court scheduled a detailed hearing for August 25. The Centre argues the lease expired in 1994; the club says the eviction order was 'sudden' and without a fair hearing.
An Air India flight from Delhi to Patna experienced a suspected bird strike while landing on Monday morning, prompting a runway inspection. All 164 passengers were safe and flight operations continued without disruption.
Global crude steel production edged down 0.3% in July, with Russia posting a 3.3% rise to 5.7 million metric tons. India retained its rank as the second-largest producer, while China's output declined, according to the World Steel Association.
The UK Ministry of Defence has issued a request for information to industry for replacing the RAF's Hawk T1 and T2 aircraft, with responses due by 11 September 2026. The programme, called the Jet Training System, aims to support the transition to fifth- and sixth-generation air systems, with bids expected to include significant UK workshare.
Companhia do Pipeline Moçambique-Zimbabwe (CPMZ) is set to begin construction of two new pumping stations in Mozambique, increasing the Beira-Feruka pipeline's capacity from 3 million to 5 million cubic meters by end of 2027. The expansion aims to meet rising fuel demand in Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and several landlocked SADC countries, with long-term plans including a larger-diameter pipeline and a possible extension into Zambia's Copperbelt.
BBC Radio 1 host Greg James has said he hopes life will be 'calmer and less intense' after the death of his dog Barney and his father's stroke and heart surgeries. He and his wife, Bella Mackie, took a 'grief trip' across the UK, during which he shared his reflections with followers.
Two popular online cooks, Adam and Joanne, recommend poaching salmon on a bed of aromatics instead of oven-baking, claiming it produces 'so moist and juicy' fish that is 'almost impossible to overcook.' The method, shared in a 2024 TikTok video, takes less than 15 minutes and uses white wine and water.
Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority has blacklisted 45 tankers for violating transit rules, warning of fines, detention, and cargo confiscation, and threatening action against vessels involved in ship-to-ship transfers with the listed ships. The move escalates tensions with the U.S., which has threatened new sanctions, amid a conflict that has sharply reduced traffic through the key waterway.