The Olympic bell, a gift from the Paris 2024 Organising Committee, represents a bridge between France’s modern story and Notre-Dame’s 861-year heritage.

Heading to some of Europe’s most sun-soaked cities and towns, this 12-night cruise from Ambassador is one not to be missed.

The legislation aims to slash tax breaks for tourist properties in a bid to curb short-term rentals amid shortages of affordable housing.

"It must be a project that not only raises real incomes but actually helps improve the wealth levels of voters who have ...