Set on the banks of the Clarence River, halfway between the world-famous Byron Bay and the carefree coastal town of Coffs Harbour, you’ll find Maclean – the self-proclaimed “Scottish town of Australia”. And while you – along with almost 75 per cent of Aussies – might have never heard of it, this quaint little town has just ranked as the best tiny town in all of Australia.

This NSW town has been named Australia's best tiny town by Airbnb

Ever heard of Myrrhee? If that's a no, never fear – only five per cent of Aussies are familiar with the picturesque region in Victoria's High Country. But we reckon that's all about to change now that it's landed a top ten spot on Airbnb’s new Tiny Town Guide, which spotlights 50 pocket-sized destinations perfect for your next local getaway.

Victoria is home to Australia's most under-the-radar tiny town, according to Airbnb

Capturing nature’s wildest scenes through a lens is no walk in the park, and that’s what makes the shots of leaping stoats and bobbing seals in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition so downright impressive. We covered the people’s choice awards back in February, when a gorgeous...

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2024: First batch of stunning images revealed

Hundreds of tents have been left behind by campers attending Leeds Festival over the bank holiday weekend. Video shared on social media showed tents, airbeds and other items scattered across the Bramham Park site. Leeds City Council approved a number of applications from charities who planned to remove unwanted equipment,...

Hundreds of tents left behind after Leeds Festival

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

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A WHEELCHAIR-using 96-year-old has become the oldest woman to be convicted of dangerous driving after killing a pedestrian in a horror crash. June Mills was driving in her Vauxhall Corsa when she lost control of the car and mounted a pavement. The pensioner then ploughed into and killed Brenda Joyce, 76, as she walked through […]

Wheelchair-using woman, 96, becomes oldest in Britain to be convicted of dangerous driving after killing OAP in crash

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CARTER COUNTY, Tenn. - The Cherokee National Forest has announced the temporary closure of the Little Stoney Dispersed Camping Area on Watauga Lake, effective August 30, due to public health and safety concerns. The closure comes in response to a significant amount of trash left by visitors, which has attracted bears to the site, creating potential dangers for both humans and wildlife.

Cherokee National Forest Temporarily Closes Little Stoney Camping Area Due to Bear Activity

Taking small children out to the park for a runaround, but want to make sure there's a little treat at the end for you as well? We understand entirely. Holly Chaves, founder of Tottenham's much missed Wine & Rind cheese shop, now hosts Wine & Wean, regular wine and cheese tasting socials that you can bring bebes along to. The next ones take place at Big Penny Social in Walthamstow on September 4 and The Prince in Wood Green on October 2, running from 12-3pm with themes ranging from salty seaside to island wines. Every ticket gets you a flight of four (small) glasses of wine with a plate of cheese to wash it all down with, with breaks for changing and feeding the sprogs.

An expert guide to the best restaurants near playgrounds

Residents of Sham Shui Po will soon have to bid farewell to Ki Lung Restaurant, one of the neighbourhood’s beloved eateries. The cha chaan teng announced on its Facebook page that it would be closing its doors on August 31, sharing that ‘we have to say goodbye to everyone’. However, Ki Lung Restaurant reassured its followers by stating that its Prince Edward location would continue to remain in operation.

Sham Shui Po’s neighbourhood eatery Ki Lung Restaurant to close in late August

Some destinations are rich in culture, some are rich in delectable food and some in that effortless ‘cool’ factor, but others are just good old-fashioned, stinking rich. And based on the list of the world’s most expensive cities that we reported on recently, it might not be too hard to guess which countries in Europe are the wealthiest, but WorldAtlas has thrown in its two cents and published a list, ranking each place based on GDP per capita.

Revealed: Europe’s richest countries in 2024

Two motorcyclists who died in a crash near a Derbyshire town have been named by police. Derbyshire Police were called to the A6 near Tom Thorn between Buxton and Dove Holes at about 10:18 BST on Sunday to reports of a crash involving two motorbikes and a car. On Monday,...

Police name two motorcyclists killed in crash

A WOMAN has been rushed to hospital after “falling through a trapdoor” on Blackpool Pier. Police, paramedics and fire crews rushed to the city’s Central Pier at around 4.30pm following the horror incident. It is understood she may have fallen through part of the pier and landed on the beach below, Manchester Evening News reports. […]

Horror as woman falls screaming through trapdoor on Blackpool Pier in terrifying accident

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Brisket with all that glorious char. Sticky ribs that fall off the bone. Smokey and savory burnt ends with that telltale crunch. No, we aren’t in the South, we are right here in New York City. Pitmasters from and wide, and even a few homegrown talents, are smoking it up with the best of them, doling out barbecue that would make even a Southerner shake their head in glory. But with the wide range of cultures found within our city, it wasn’t long before flavors bled together and techniques merged. New York, after all, is a breeding ground for innovation. And right now, what’s on the grill is the playing field.

Jerk-style brisket, fried chicharrones and pernil—here’s where you can get international BBQ in NYC

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Carnival Cruise Line has issued a clear statement regarding an activity that is not allowed on cabin balconies. You might think you can do whatever you want on a cruise balcony and decorate the railing however you would like. But cruise lines have cameras that are constantly monitoring balconies for unsafe behavior and people going over board.

Balcony Ban: Carnival Cracks Down on Cabin Behavior for "Safety" Reasons

We typically head to Mandai Wildlife Reserve to learn about animals at the different wildlife parks. However, from September 7 and 8, here’s a fresh way to experience Mandai – they will be transforming the public arena outside Bird Paradise at Mandai Wildlife West into a huge playground for both children and fur friends. And by playground we mean a ground for all sorts of play: workshops, dog-friendly activities, scavenger hunts with attractive prizes to be won, and even a marketplace.

Wild Day Out at Mandai Wildlife Reserve

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

It’s been more than a year since the Museum of London closed its doors at London Wall with a massive party. But it’s not going to be gone forever. Re-opening in 2026 under the new name of London Museum, the gallery is already preparing its first exhibition. And...

An iconic sign from Fabric nightclub is going on display at London Museum

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It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

A CASH-SAVVY woman has wowed social media users with her loo makeover costing her under £100. Dina Rozmarina, from Harlow, Essex, took to Facebook to proudly show off the jaw-dropping glow-up, which she had achieved on a strict budget. Before the epic transformation, Dina described the sorry state of...

My loo was so dark & cold – but I gave it a brand new look for under £100 with B&M bargains and people all ‘love it’

Russell King from Barnsley is alleged to have smuggled ketamine and cannabis into the UK.

Man accused of importing drugs in motorhome

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The 8 best things to do in Toowoomba

Toowoomba has a reputation for being Queensland’s ‘Garden City’, so a few smart noggins thought that segued nicely into a celebration of such. Fair to say...

The 8 best things to do in Toowoomba

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