Elderly British Couple Detained by Taliban in Afghanistan Finally Freed Friday, September 19, 2025 afghanistan taliban detention british release prison health family negotiations freedom An elderly British couple, Barbie Reynolds, 76, and her husband Peter, 80, who have lived in Afghanistan for almost two decades, have been released by the Taliban after nearly eight months of detention. The couple, who met at … Read More
New Luxurious Brasserie Emberwood Earns Spot in Michelin Guide Saturday, September 6, 2025 emberwood bath michelin brasserie openfire charcoal british seasonal gastronomy hospitality Emberwood, a recently opened “luxurious brasserie” in Bath, has quickly earned a prestigious spot in the Michelin Guide just months after its May debut. Located within the elegantly refurbished Francis Hotel on Queen Square, … Read More
Mary Berry's Delectable Jaffa Cake Recipe: A Quick and Delicious Treat Ready in 30 Minutes Thursday, August 28, 2025 maryberry jaffacakes baking recipe orangesponge chocolate dessert homemade easy british Jaffa cakes offer a delightful combination of fluffy sponge cake, tangy orange jelly, and smooth milk chocolate, making them a beloved sweet treat for any occasion. Mary Berry, a nationally treasured baking expert and former … Read More
Somerset’s ‘Prettiest Pub’ Welcomes 50 Tourists Seeking Classic British Charm Saturday, August 2, 2025 somerset pub redlion tourism babcary community british food ales local Nestled in the heart of Somerset, The Red Lion in Babcary has long been cherished as one of the county’s most charming watering holes. This year, it unexpectedly became the stunning backdrop for a unique visitors’ experience … Read More
British Siblings, 11 and 13, Drown After Struggling in Sea off Salou Beach Thursday, July 31, 2025 drowning tragedy salou spain emergency currents british siblings rescue accident A heartbreaking tragedy struck Llarga beach in Salou, Tarragona province, as an 11-year-old boy and his 13-year-old sister, both British nationals, drowned after encountering serious difficulty in the sea on Tuesday evening. … Read More
Red Arrows Soar Over Pulp’s “Common People” at Glastonbury in a Perfectly British Moment Saturday, June 28, 2025 pulp redarrows glastonbury commonpeople britpop pyramidstage festival music flypast british Pulp’s surprise headline set at Glastonbury Festival was elevated to unforgettable heights when the Red Arrows performed a striking flypast above the Pyramid Stage during their iconic song “Common People.” Revealed as the … Read More