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Glasgow holidaymakers warned as Edinburgh Airport staff set for disruptive strike action
Glasgow Live
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August 21, 2025
Glasgow holidaymakers are being warned of disruption as Edinburgh airport support staff are set to go on strike next month after rejecting what their union branded an "insulting poverty pay" offer. Over 100 staff employed to help passengers with...
‘Brilliant’ air fryer now half price in Dunelm’s bank holiday sale making it less than £33
Wales Online
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August 21, 2025
This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Sometimes a bank holiday can be a time to find a bargain for your home or garden with some retailers launching a flash sale. Dunelm's...
Mother travels far to support daughter’s netball dream
FBC News
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August 21, 2025
Proud mother, Ilisabeta Bosco, travelled all the way from Taveuni to Suva to see her daughter, Lani Bosco, chase her netball dreams. She crossed islands, braved rough seas, and put everything else on hold to stand courtside and cheer for her...
English tourist in critical condition after assault in Dublin
Express & Star
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By contributor Gráinne Ní Aodha, PA Police in Dublin are appealing for information (Niall Carson/PA) An English tourist is in a critical condition after a serious assault in Temple Bar in Dublin city. Emergency services attended the scene of the...
Behind the music - The Sentimental Tourists
RTE Ireland
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August 21, 2025
Paul Page of Whipping Boy and Dave Long of Into Paradise have collaborated as The Sentimental Tourists and released their self-titled debut four-track EP. We asked Paul the BIG questions . . . Dave was lead singer with early 90s Dublin band Into...
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August Bank Holiday benefits payments: DWP moves up UK benefits, pension payments – when you'll get your cash
Milton Keynes Citizen
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August 21, 2025
Millions of families can expect their benefits early this week 🎉 August bank holiday on Monday, August 25 means many benefits arrive early this week. Payments due on August 23–25 will instead be made on Friday 22 August Applies to major benefits:...
Sainsbury's August bank holiday 2025 opening times - see if your store is open
The Mirror
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August 21, 2025
It is important to know exactly when your local Sainsbury's supermarket will be open this August bank holiday. The upcoming bank holiday is on Monday, August 25. The vast majority of larger Sainsbury's stores are normally open from 7am or 8am...
Strong Demand for Air Travel Drives Record July Sales
Travel Market Report - New York
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Photo: George Wirt / Shutterstock.com U.S. travel agencies sold $8.1 billion in air tickets in July, the highest monthly total for July ever recorded by the Airlines Reporting Corp. (ARC). The results, reported on Wednesday, show continued...
Improvement programme delays sees primary kids enjoy extra few days of holiday as school remains closed
Northern Scot
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August 21, 2025
A primary school will remain closed to pupils due to “unanticipated delays” in opening the building after the summer holidays. Children should have returned to Cullen primary School on Wednesday, August 20 for the start of the new school year, but...
McDonald's August bank holiday 2025 opening times - see when restaurants open
The Mirror
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August 21, 2025
Fast food fans may be wondering if McDonald’s will be open as normal this August bank holiday. The bank holiday falls on Monday, August 25 which means many businesses will decide to shut up shop for the day so their staff can enjoy a rest. But if...
Tesco August bank holiday 2025 opening times - check if your supermarket is open
The Mirror
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August 21, 2025
Tesco opening times may be different this weekend due to the August bank holiday. The upcoming bank holiday falls on Monday, August 25. The majority of larger Tesco stores open at either 6am or 7am, and close as late as midnight, Monday to...
Florida’s overall tourism takes a jump in the second quarter of 2025
WFTV - Florida
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August 20, 2025
ORLANDO, Fla. — According to “Visit Florida”, they estimated 34.4 million people traveled to Florida between April 1 and June 30. This number is a slight increase from the second quarter numbers of 2024. However, according to “Visit Florida”,...
Asda August bank holiday 2025 opening times - see when your branch will shut
The Mirror
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August 21, 2025
Asda has updated its opening hours for the August bank holiday. We explain everything you need to know so you don't miss out on any food essentials this weekend. The supermarket has varying opening times. The majority of its larger stores in...
NELFUND To Stop Upkeep Loan Disbursement During School Holidays
Channels TV
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August 21, 2025
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disclosed plans to discontinue the disbursement of upkeep loans during school holidays. Apart from loans disbursed directly to institutions, beneficiaries of the student loan scheme enjoy a monthly disbursement...
Avoid this bank holiday bin mistake or face a costly fine - list of councils affected
Daily Express
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August 21, 2025
This bank holiday, Brits are being urged to be vigilant in case their bin collection day has changed, potentially putting them at risk of a hefty fine. If your normal day for bin or recycling collection falls on Monday, August 25, depending on...
Minors Attack Tourist Bus in Thessaloniki, Three Injured
To Vima
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August 21, 2025
A tourist bus carrying Serbian visitors came under attack in Thessaloniki on Wednesday night, when a group of minors threw stones at the vehicle. The incident occurred at around 9:30 p.m. on Egnatia Street, near the exit leading to the old...
Met Office issues bank holiday update as Hurricane Erin continues to impact UK weather
Manchester Evening News
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August 21, 2025
August bank holiday weekend is just around the corner, and with many people making plans with friends, family and loved ones, they might be wondering what the weather is set to be like. The extended weekend is set to be fairly dry - good news for...
English tourist critical following assault in Temple Bar
RTE Ireland
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August 21, 2025
An English tourist is in a critical condition following an assault in Dublin city centre in the early hours of this morning. Emergency services were called to the Temple Bar Square area at around 12.30am. A man, aged in his 40s, was taken to...
English tourist (40s) in critical condition after assault in Dublin's Temple Bar
The Roscommon Herald
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August 21, 2025
An English tourist is in a critical condition in hospital following an assault in Dublin city centre in the early hours of Thursday morning. Gardaí and emergency services were called to the scene in the Temple Bar Square area at about 12.30am. A...
Morrisons August bank holiday 2025 opening times - see when shops will shut
The Mirror
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August 21, 2025
Morrisons has updated its opening hours ahead of the August bank holiday Monday. The majority of larger Morrisons stores open at either 6am or 7am and shut at 10pm, Monday to Saturday. Then on Sundays, shops in England and Wales are typically open...