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A UK couple is currently living the fantasy of many families up and down the country by being able to save hundreds a month, living mortgage-free.While most of us are living paycheck-to-paycheck, Amy Smerdon, 35, and her husband, Jerry, 53, have taken the leap to get away from the ever-expensive Britain.The couple - who share two sons, eight and six, and twin boys, five - spotted a £7,000 property on the market in Bulgaria and decided to cash in, do it up, and rent it out as a holiday home.However,...

Moor Hall in Aughton has three Michelin Stars for its main restaurant (Picture: Moor Hall) If you were to head 11 miles north of Liverpool or 16 miles west of Wigan, you’d stumble across an unassuming village that’s home to around 8,300 people. While those who’ve visited say it’s a ‘peaceful’ and ‘wonderful’ little spot, it’s fair to say there’s not a lot to keep you occupied in Aughton, Lancashire.  According to Tripadvisor there are three main things to do: go to church, or visit the Oaks Golf Club either...

An exploding vape has caused a major blaze in an English town this weekend, setting fire to four houses and hospitalising three people.Eight fire engines were deployed to the Gainsborough, Lincolnshire property on Friday afternoon after a house fire had spread to neighbouring properties.Fire officials said three of the homes had been left uninhabitable due to fire damage.Camera IconThe Grey St fire was caused by an exploding vape. Credit: BBC“(The fire had) gone through the roof spaces, unfortunately, so there is quite significant damage to those three houses,” Lincolnshire Fire...

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in collaboration with the National Investment Commission (NIC) and the Liberia Chamber of Commerce (LCC), has announced an upcoming Trade and Investment Conference under the theme "Bridge to Prosperity." Scheduled to take place today, Tuesday, June 17 to 21, 2025 in Monrovia, the five-day event will bring together a delegation of prominent U.S. investors and business leaders to explore trade and investment opportunities across Liberia's key economic sectors. This flagship initiative is a hallmark of the Ministry's economic diplomacy agenda, under the leadership of Sara...

Bournemouth has been named the most in-demand coastal location for buyers, with its stunning natural beauty, extensive green spaces, and appealing property market all contributing to its popularityBournemouth beach in Dorset is a very popular spot for tourists(Image: John Harper via Getty Images)Bournemouth, the charming coastal town situated on England's southern coast, has recently experienced a significant increase in popularity among property buyers. The latest figures from Rightmove reveal that Bournemouth has become the most sought-after seaside location for purchasers, a trend fuelled by its breathtaking natural beauty, abundant green...

Upgrades will bring new snow-making equipment and a new conveyor system to Nutt Hill.PLYMOUTH – A groundbreaking ceremony for a winter recreation park that has been closed for more than a decade will be held mid-June.  The ceremony at noon June 19 at Nutt Hill, 750 W. Main St., will kick off forthcoming upgrades before it opens for the winter 2025 season.The park will undergo nearly $2.3 million in investments from Cheese Capital Winter Park, introducing a new vision along with new buildings, snow-making and grooming equipment, and a conveyor...