July 01, 2022 - 16:14 BST From sea to shining sea, they love our country! Canada is a favourite destination for the royal family . The Queen has been there 22 times, making it the Commonwealth country that has hosted her most often. RELATED: The Queen and Canada, a love story that's still going strong after all these years Her Majesty's first trip to Canada was when she was still a princess, back in 1951. She and Prince Philip charmed Canadians as they travelled across the country, from St. John's, Newfoundland to Victoria, British Columbia. Loading the player... WATCH: Highlights from Prince William and Kate's 2011 Charlottetown visit The last time the royals were here was when Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall spent time in Newfoundland, Ottawa and travelled to Dene communities in the Northwest Territories just this past May. PHOTOS: Prince Charles and Camilla's emotional first day … [Read more...] about The best photos of the royals visiting Canada through the years
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Massachusetts man to plead guilty to pandemic relief fraud
BOSTON (AP) — A Massachusetts man has agreed to plead guilty to fraudulently obtaining about $1.2 million in federal loans intended to help businesses struggling because of the COVID-19 pandemic. James Joseph Cohen, 59, of Wenham, between April 2020 and September 2021 submitted six false applications in which he overstated the earnings, the number of employees, and the payroll for two companies he controlled, according to federal prosecutors. In one case, he said a company had $2.8 million in annual revenues, when it no revenues at all, according to court documents. He used the money to pay personal and business loans, including for a mortgage, car payments, tuition, and to a Maine resort, according to law enforcement, which were not allowed under loan rules. A date at which he will plead guilty to bank fraud has not yet been scheduled. Cohen's federal public defender said he had no comment. Although he could face a sentence of up to 30 years in prison on a bank fraud … [Read more...] about Massachusetts man to plead guilty to pandemic relief fraud
Spain bans smoking on beaches for holidaymakers with risk of £1,700 penalty fine
Brits heading to Barcelona face being slapped with a big fine if they break new rules introduced today. From Friday it is illegal to light up on any of the beaches in the historic Spanish cities. Puffing on a cigarette will see you landed with a 30 euro (£25 fine) if you are caught. READ MORE: 'I avoided beaches because my body wasn't perfect – but now I proudly wear bikinis' The move follows a pilot programme last year, which massively reduced the rubbish caused by cigarettes including butts being left on the beach. The city's website explains: "This ban is based on environmental protection and the right of citizens to enjoy a clean public space, free of smoke & cigarette butts.” Although Barcelona is the first city in the country to ban smoking on beaches outright, individual spots across Spain have long forbidden the practice. Three beaches in Majorca - Santa Ponsa, La Romana (Paguera) and Carregador (Palmanova) - have a smoking ban already. Anyone … [Read more...] about Spain bans smoking on beaches for holidaymakers with risk of £1,700 penalty fine
Travis Barker’s health update revealed amid pancreatitis battle as Kardashians take off for extravagant July 4th trip
TRAVIS Barker will remain in hospital over July 4th weekend with new wife Kourtney by his side, as the rest of the Kardashian family have jetted off on vacation. A source exclusively told The Sun the drummer, 46, who was struck down with pancreatitis earlier this week, is not due to leave the hospital in Los Angeles until Sunday. He and Kourtney will be missing out on any planned July 4th vacation with her family as they have already flown to the Turks and Caicos Islands for a celebratory trip. The insider said: "Travis is set to be released from hospital on Sunday, but this could change depending on his recovery, he's doing well and Kourtney will not be leaving his side." Travis Barker KOURT'S PAIN Kourtney Kardashian 'refuses to leave Travis Barker's side in hospital' 'GOD SAVE ME' What you need to know about Travis Barker being hospitalized Multiple sources told The Sun Kourtney's sisters, including Kim … [Read more...] about Travis Barker’s health update revealed amid pancreatitis battle as Kardashians take off for extravagant July 4th trip
Fine warning for Brits as Spain holiday hotspot bans smoking on all beaches
Brits heading to Barcelona face being slapped with a big fine if they break new rules introduced on Spain holidays today. From Friday it is illegal to light up on any of the beaches in the historic Spanish cities. Puffing on a cigarette will see you landed with a 30 euro (£25 fine) if you are caught. The move follows a pilot programme last year, which massively reduced the rubbish caused by cigarettes including butts being left on the beach. The city's website explains: "This ban is based on environmental protection and the right of citizens to enjoy a clean public space, free of smoke & cigarette butts.” No more smoking here ( Image: Anadolu Agency via Getty Images) Although Barcelona is the first city in the country to ban smoking on beaches outright, individual spots across Spain have long forbidden the practice. Three beaches in Majorca - Santa Ponsa, La Romana (Paguera) and Carregador (Palmanova) - have a smoking ban already. Anyone caught … [Read more...] about Fine warning for Brits as Spain holiday hotspot bans smoking on all beaches
Disabled woman misses flight to Benidorm after bungling staff leave her by a lift
A disabled woman missed her flight after a series of blunders by bungling staff - who left her by a lift and misplaced her boarding pass. Lynne Smillie, 49, had planned to fly to Benidorm for a holiday to celebrate her 49th birthday last month. Excited for their trip, she and husband Stephen, 54, arrived at their Manchester Airport gate bang on time. But a string of errors saw them unable to board their flight, even though the plane was still on the tarmac - forcing them to return the next day to jet off to Spain. Lynne, from Stalybridge, Greater Manchester, said: "They were absolutely useless. I burst into tears, I was tired and worked up, and we could see the plane was still there." Lynne had been looking forward to a birthday trip ( Image: Lynne Smillie / SWNS) The 49-year-old burst into tears ( Image: Lynne Smillie / SWNS) The couple had arranged to be met by ABM staff, who provide special assistance at the airport, when they arrived on May … [Read more...] about Disabled woman misses flight to Benidorm after bungling staff leave her by a lift
Tourists will have to pay to visit the beach in popular holiday hotspot and new towel ban
Travel chaos: UK 'worst affected' says Simon Calder Discover the best holidays and latest news with our FREE email SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Sardinia in Italy is one of the country’s top tourist destinations . Visitors are drawn to its gorgeous beaches as the island has an incredible 2,000km coastline. Related articles Airport chaos: All countries reporting major delays and queues What to do if your person next to you is taking up space on a flight However, this year tourists will have to follow some new strict rules including charges to visit some of the island’s most popular beaches. Sardinia’s popularity has caused the island some issues due to overtourism, litter and sand theft. … [Read more...] about Tourists will have to pay to visit the beach in popular holiday hotspot and new towel ban
Flight attendant shares what passengers ‘should never drink’ on the plane ‘I would avoid’
Flight attendant shares what passengers 'should never drink' on the plane - 'I would avoid' (Image: Getty) Discover the best holidays and latest news with our FREE email SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Flight attendant Amber, who has been flying for a US airline for years, started by saying that "airline meals are extremely unhealthy". Related articles Never miss a travel update again with our email briefing, sign up here New Manchester Airport boss speaks out over huge queues and delays She explained "typically, food is prepared more than 12 hours before and can be filled with many preservatives". Amber revealed this is the main reason why crew prefer to get their own food rather than eating aeroplane food. … [Read more...] about Flight attendant shares what passengers ‘should never drink’ on the plane ‘I would avoid’
‘Margin for manoeuvre’ Boris softens as he claims Ukraine deal with Putin is possible
Putin has 'considerable margin for manoeuvre' says Johnson Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Speaking to Nick Ferrari on LBC towards the close of the NATO summit in Madrid, Spain, the Prime Minister said it was worth “bearing in mind” that notwithstanding the invasion of Ukraine, or perhaps because of it, Putin “enjoys very considerable levels of public support”. He claimed that fact affords Putin “political manoeuvre” to bring an end to the offensive in Ukraine and come back to the negotiating table with Europe. Related articles Russia ‘running into trouble’ as Moscow fails to recruit new troops Russia 'already … [Read more...] about ‘Margin for manoeuvre’ Boris softens as he claims Ukraine deal with Putin is possible
Ukraine unleashes heavy shelling on Russia staging area and drowns it in smoke – VIDEO
Ukraine: Footage appears to show targeting of Russian forces Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Aerial footage released on social media showed the site, which Russian armed forces have been using to prepare for offensives in the eastern regions, devastated by heavy Ukrainian shelling. A missile can be seen striking the centre of the staging area, exploding into a giant fireball and devastating the nearby equipment. The site is later drowned in white smoke from multiple areas. Related articles Russia ‘running into trouble’ as Moscow fails to recruit new troops Russia 'already targeting' Poland, Sweden AND Finland over … [Read more...] about Ukraine unleashes heavy shelling on Russia staging area and drowns it in smoke – VIDEO