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The Foreign Office has issued a new urgent travel warning for 18 countries, including popular Mediterranean holiday destinations. The government's latest advisory cautions travellers about an increased risk of terrorist attacks in countries around the southern Mediterranean and the Middle East due to heightened tensions following recent events in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories.

Season two of The Real Housewives of Dubai is almost here!

EXCLUSIVE: Amazon has acquired world rights for Beirut-set dramedy series Self Modulation from producers Falcon Films and Arna Media, in its first ever Arabic TV series acquisition.

Joey Essex might be best known for his stints on Dancing on Ice, I'm A Celeb and Celebs Go Dating - but he'll always be remembered for his iconic one-liners and storylines on The Only Way Is Essex. But after moving to Dubai and embarking on a new life, the 33 year old is clearly going back to his TOWIE roots as he posted a selfie of him and former co-star James Argent.

Love Island's Molly Smith and Tom Clare looked more loved-up than ever on their first holiday in Dubai, as they shared plenty of snaps from their trip. Molly, 29, and Tom, 24, met on Love Island earlier this year, where they struck up a connection and went on to win the show.They became official just a few weeks later, and their romance is going from strength to strength. They landed in the UAE just a few days ago and they've wasted no time in enjoying everything that Dubai has to offer, from spending time at the beach, enjoying meals out and playing indoor golf at Topgolf Dubai.

Despite being the capital city of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi plays the role of little brother to Dubai. In the last few years, Dubai has played a meticulous game of positioning itself as the Hollywood of the Middle East.

These were the luxury watches worn by a father and son as the pair were caught at Manchester Airport. Asim Tufail and Junnaid Tufail were waiting in the departure lounge in Terminal one to board a flight to Dubai when officers struck.

Lucy Mecklenburgh has been turning heads with her stunning white swimsuit as she enjoys a luxurious family holiday in Dubai.The former TOWIE star, 32, has shared a glimpse of her lavish getaway at the Rixos The Palm Hotel, which costs a whopping £1000 per night. She has jetted off on the luxury getaway with her fiancé, ex-Coronation Street actor Ryan Thomas, and their adorable children, Roman and Lilah.

TOWIE's Lauren Goodger has discussed a tattoo she had of ex-boyfriend Mark Wright's name in an intimate area, as she said she thought it was 'cute'. The 37 year old is back on our screens in the latest series of The Only Way is Essex, alongside fellow show alum, Amy Childs, 33. During an episode that aired on Sunday, April 7, Amy and Lauren sat down for a chat as beautician Amy recalled giving Lauren spray tans back in the day.

Joey Essex has been in the public eye for over 10 years, having first found fame way back in 2011 as a supporting cast member in the second series of the hit reality show, The Only Way Is Essex. After making a solid first impression, the 33 year old was then promoted to the main cast and remained on the programme until 2013, when he left to seek out new opportunities. Since then, Joey has appeared on a string of mega successful shows, from Splash! to the Australian and UK versions of I'm a Celebrity...

Laura Anderson shot to fame on Love Island back in 2018 and she’s now one of the most well-kent faces in Scottish showbiz. Ahead of getting her big break on the ITV2 reality dating show, Stirling-born Laura worked as a hairdresser and then cabin crew for Emirates.

Dubai-based Front Row Productions has acquired the rights to the life story of Sally Hafez, the Lebanese woman who stormed a bank to access her savings in September 2022 during Lebanon’s financial crisis, in which citizens were illegally restricted from drawing from their accounts due to an unofficial capital control imposed by Lebanese banks. 

Marvin Humes has told fans 'finally' as Rochelle shared her praise alongside fans as he revealed his 'impressive' new skill. The JLS star is currently enjoying a sun-soaked break in the Maldives with his This Morning star wife and their three young children.

Former Coronation Street star Ryan Thomas has opened up on some much-needed 'alone time' with fiancée Lucy Mecklenburgh. Ryan, 39, took to Instagram to post an adorable video of romantic moments he and TOWIE star Lucy have shared together in Dubai, now that she and the family have joined him.

Fans were quick to jokingly point out a problem as Ryan Thomas shared the 'one thing he's learnt' since welcoming children with his fiancee Lucy Mecklenburgh. The actor and his former TOWIE star fiancee are currently soaking up the sun in Dubai on a family break.

George Gilbey's devastated mum, Linda, says her late son 'never wanted' to be a celebrity and instead became a stay-at-home dad to daughter Amelie. Gogglebox star Linda, has been dealt two heartbreaking blows over the last few years, following the death of her husband, Pete, in 2021, and the sudden death of her son, George, both of whom she starred alongside on the show. On 27 March, the shocking news emerged that George had died aged 40 after an accident in his workplace.

BBC Countryfile presenter Sean Fletcher has opened up about his marriage, admitting that it can be "messy" at times. He and his wife, Luned Tonderai, a Welsh TV producer and director, recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary.

Ryan Thomas has shared an emotional message with fans as he left his family in tears while enjoying a gorgeous holiday in Dubai. The actor actually ditched the UK last month without fiancee Lucy Mecklenburgh and their two children.

Gogglebox star George Gilbey’s mum Linda McGarry has shared her heartbreak over the death of her "mummy's boy." George, who was best known for making the nation laugh while watching TV with his mum and step-dad, tragically passed away at the age of 40 following a workplace accident. The tragic news of his death was confirmed on Wednesday, 27 March and at the time his mum chose to have George’s friend, Geordie Shore star Ricci Guarnaccio, speak on her behalf.The heartbroken mum has now paid tribute to her son in her own words and said he had "the best heart in the world".

Gogglebox star George Gilbey's heartbroken mum has spoken out for the first time since his tragic death at age 40. Linda McGarry, 74, has paid tribute to her son, hailing him as a devoted father with "buckets of personality" and explained that he had been trying to "rebuild his life".

Ant McPartlin issued a brutal 11-word statement when he split from his ex-wife, Lisa Armstrong, in 2018, amid reports that Lisa was told that they would not be making a joint announcement.Their split was announced in 2018, after they had been married since 2006, but the statement, made from Ant's side, said: "Ant is very sad to announce that, after 11 years, he is ending his marriage to Lisa." Ant, 48, who was in the pop duo PJ and Duncan with Declan Connelly, and is now one of the biggest stars on ITV, met Lisa at a Smash Hits concert back in the '90s. He proposed to her in Dubai, and they got married in 2006 at St Nicholas' Church in Taplow, Buckinghamshire with Dec as his best man.

TOWIE star Yazmin Oukhellou, who first appeared on the ITV2 show in 2017, has left fans stunned after they spotted her in an old episode of EastEnders. Yazmin became a fan favourite on TOWIE as her relationship with James Lock was documented on the show, but left viewers disappointed when they split and she decided to leave the show in 2021 to focus on her business in Dubai. She then made a shock return to the show, but in 2022, was involved in a tragic car accident with her on/off boyfriend Jake McLean, 33, in Turkey last year.

Love Island star Gemma Owen is soaking up the sun on a luxurious trip to the Maldives.The TV star stunned in a gold bikini as she adjusted to island life. Gemma, 20, who appeared on the hit ITV dating show in 2022, took to Instagram on Monday, 1 April to share a glimpse inside her tropical getaway so far. One snap saw the brunette beauty pose for a selfie while donning a gold balconette bikini top with a touch of makeup.

When drugs kingpin Jonathan Cassidy filmed himself driving around Dubai in his Lamborghini he was following a well-trodden path. The Middle Eastern city has become a destination for criminal fugitives.

A pair of Manchester-based bakers are competing for their vegan toad in the holes to be stocked at Aldi. Lauren Hurley and Sophie Gorecki of Mabel’s Foods beat hundreds of hopefuls to appear on the Channel 4 show, titled Aldi's Next Big Thing.

Staring down at the stunning views of Ras Al Khaimah, I couldn’t believe I was hundreds of metres in the air - and in control of a plane. Moments earlier I’d lived out my Barbie girl dreams by stepping into a hot pink light aircraft at Jazira Aviation Club - the first of its kind in the United Arab Emirates.

The Channel 4 soap, Hollyoaks, is having a huge shake-up in 2024.The episode numbers are dropping, and reports say ‘20 characters’ will be axed during a time jump twist set to air later this year.The soap has already lost three huge actors in the last three months, Owen Warner (Romeo Nightingale), Jamie Lomas (Warren Fox) and Ross Adams (Scott Drinkwell). It’s unclear whether they were part of the axing or left of their own accord.

With 22 children and 13 grandchildren, it's no surprise that Sue Radford enjoys taking regular holidays and having some downtime. And it appears she and the family may be planning another trip this weekend for the Easter bank holiday, as the 22 Kids and Counting star was spotted clearing out her campervan this week.

Fresh from his win, Dancing on Ice champion Ryan Thomas jetted off on a lads’ holiday to Dubai last week – while fiancée Lucy Mecklenburgh stayed at home with their two children. And judging by their social media accounts, their experiences couldn’t have been more different. As Ryan, 39, celebrated in the sunshine, Lucy, 32, revealed she was having “the least favourite day of her life”.Taking to Instagram, the former TOWIE star explained she’s been juggling feeling unwell while also looking after their four-year-old son Roman and 22-month old daughter Lilah.

Jess Wright and her brother Mark shot to fame as part of the original cast of The Only Way Is Essex back in 2010, and their lives have completely changed in the years since. Mark, 37, tied the knot with former Coronation Street actress Michelle Keegan in 2015, after meeting in Dubai a few years earlier. Meanwhile, Jess, 38, welcomed baby son Presley in 2022, with her husband businessman William Lee-Kemp, whom married a year earlier.