China sparks invasion fears as it launches military drill on Taiwan’s doorstep

Taiwan, USA and China (Image: Getty) Tensions in the Indo-Pacific have reached fever pitch after China launched an extensive military drill in waters close to Taiwan. The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) confirmed the drills,which took place in the Philippines, on Tuesday. It described them as “combat readiness patrols” and “joint strike exercises.” But the … Read more

Meghan Markle’s stacked pantry in jaw-dropping £6.5m rented kitchen

Meghan Markle surprised fans when she dropped a trailer for her series, . The eight-part series promises an intimate look into the Duchess of Sussex’s favourite pastimes, from healthy cooking and hosting tips to tending her personal beehive. While many were hoping for a peek inside the Montecito mansion Meghan shares with and their children, … Read more

Condo Smarts: Managing electrical capacity

Electric Planning Reports identify limitations, provide strata with technical information required for decision making Many strata corporations are finding there isn’t enough power available to meet homeowners requests for EV charging installation and home cooling systems, says Tony Gioventu.Photo by Tzido Getty Image Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may … Read more

Discover the top fitness-focused travel trends set to dominate holidays in 2025

This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Active holidays helped to alleviate stress (Image: Getty Images) Labelled as the year of ‘Holisti-Days’, and ‘Efficient Escapism’ this year will see getaways dominated by fitness-focused travel as Brits opt for outdoor activities and wellness retreats … Read more

Care quango boss admits huge backlog of ‘major issues and incidents’

Sir Julian appeared before Parliament’s Health and Social Care Committee for a grilling (Image: PA) The new boss of the care regulator laid bare the scale of stress and low morale among those charged with  safeguarding the vulnerable and needy.  Appearing before MPs Sir Julian Hartley, chief executive of the Care Quality Commission, said he was … Read more

Spain Mulls 100% Tax On Homes Bought By Non-European Union Buyers

LOADINGERROR LOADING MADRID (AP) — Spain is planning a raft of measures to address its brewing housing crisis, including an up to 100% tax on properties bought by people who are neither citizens nor residents of the European Union. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced the plan this week to tackle housing affordability and high … Read more

Another European country mulls over new tourism ‘ban’ as critics want harsher rules

Greece welcomed record numbers of visitors last year (Image: Getty) Greece could be and cracking down further on overtourism after a study revealed that short-term lets are outnumbering hotel rooms. A ban on converted storage areas, former industrial unis and basements being used as are among the measures being debated by lawmakers this week after … Read more

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