Tired of the usual romantic getaways? Explore cities that blend romance, culture, and value in Europe and here in the UK, perfect for a Valentine's escape.

A Ukrainian-controlled general cargo ship has been barred from European ports after failing a series of port state safety checks. The Paris Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control (Paris MOU) said the 5,100-dwt Maranta (built 2000) will not be allowed to dock for three months.

Here is a look at some popular holiday tourist destinations where you will be asked to pay a tourist tax charge if you are going on a trip this year

The walkable city of Bilbao is one of Spain’s most beautiful regions, and significantly quieter than Barcelona, making it ideal for a serene weekend away. Bilbao is famous for its industrial heritage and iconic cultural centres like the Guggenheim Museum but is also the perfect place to explore the beautiful beaches of the Basque Country.

French luxury conglomerate LVMH saw its stock slide by more than 6% following the Tuesday evening reveal of its 2024 annual results.

In this first instalment of new ABC Arts series What Sparks Art, Angelica Mesiti shares the unexpected sources of inspiration behind her incredible artworks.

Rendez-Vous with French Cinema festival, hosted by Film at Lincoln Center and Unifrance, is celebrating the work of acclaimed actor Vincent Lindon. While the 2025

Citing a fascination with lists, the Italian designer revealed the myriad inspirations in each of the 48 unique ensembles.

Newly launched Venice AI's VVV token nosedived after insider trading allegations led to a drop in early sentiment for the product. How will this impact the project moving forward? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie weighs in.

Since Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14) and President’s Day (Feb. 17) bookend a long weekend this year, here are some Cupid-approved staycations for Coloradans looking for a short (but definitely sweet) getaway.

Many popular tourist destinations are introducing new fees and restrictions to manage the influx of tourists. These include Dubrovnik, Amsterdam, Bali, and Venice. The changes aim to protect local communities and infrastructure from excessive strain.

After Crime on the Orient Express and Death on the Nile, Kenneth Branagh reprises his role as Hercule Poirot in A Haunting in Venice, a captivating thriller inspired by Agatha Christie. Available on Disney+ from February 14, 2025.