British town ‘so overrun by thugs that residents warned not to tell media’

Residents of a South Wales town have told of their real-life nightmares as they deal with a huge influx of noisy, unruly thugs taking over their community. In Pontypool, residents have broken their silence despite pleas for discretion to prevent their deteriorating situation from getting worse, describing a horrific daily reality that has become unbearable. … Read more

Devon’s ‘weed town’: Grass grows like crazy, angering locals

Devon residents are angry over unruly lawns they say are taking over parts of Plymouth. It follows the story of a woman who was left “covered in ticks and midges” on her daily walks due to unkempt grass, with many readers sharing their experiences too. Plymouth City Council says that while it acknowledges the concerns … Read more

Tourists reveal the holiday destinations they will NEVER visit again – including a ‘dirty’ US state – and the ones they’d like to visit again (including a ‘beautiful’ English seaside town)

In a recent thread on a Reddit forum, tourists shared the travel destinations they would never visit again, with Monaco (above) coming in for heavy criticism

Vacations are not always the dream experiences we would like them to be. Even to destinations that are home to world wonders, stunning mountain scenery and waterfronts beloved by the rich and famous. On the other hand, there are also places where tourists like to return. But where are they? Two Reddit threads reveal all. … Read more

‘More Scousers’ are moving to a quaint town less than half an hour’s drive away

A city less than half an hour from Liverpool attracts “more Scouse accents” thanks to its stunning scenery and many cafes, bars and restaurants. Situated just north of Ormskirk, Burscough lies along the West Lancs section of the Leeds-Liverpool Canal and is becoming a popular spot for boaters, cyclists and dog walkers who are charmed … Read more

Is an eco-friendly five-story apartment building ‘too much for our town’?

A developer has defended his plans for an eco-friendly apartment block as some residents fear it is “too much for our town”. Proposals have been submitted to build the five-storey building with striking ‘living walls’ on a site in West Cliff Gardens in Folkestone town centre. The new flats in West Cliff Gardens will feature … Read more

Cash: the South Wales town running out of machines – BBC News

Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Wales has experienced a rapid decline in mass market banking services Item information Author, Daniel Heard Role, BBC news 3 hours ago People in a south Wales town have said their cash machines are running low on cash, leaving them concerned about the future of their high street. The … Read more

Cash: the South Wales town running out of machines – BBC News

Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Wales has experienced a rapid decline in mass market banking services Item information Author, Daniel Heard Role, BBC news 53 minutes ago People in a south Wales town have said their cash machines are running low on cash, leaving them concerned about the future of their high street. The … Read more

Paramount nears finish with Skydance on eve of AGM and Town Hall – Update

Getty Images UPDATED with new timeline. Paramount Global and Skydance have agreed to terms for a merger, a person familiar with the deal talks confirmed to Deadline, with Paramount controlling shareholder Shari Redstone taking a final look. CNBC reported the stepped-up timeline earlier Monday. As Deadline and other media reported this weekend, a revised offer … Read more