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Daily Record
11-05-2025
- Daily Record
Holidaymakers face £5k fine for bringing five items back to UK even if they were from duty free
Holidaymakers face £5k fine for bringing five items back to UK even if they were from duty free The new rules were brought in last month to stop the spread of a serious disease in Europe. It's illegal for travellers from all EU countries entering the UK to bring these five items (Image: AzmanL via Getty Images ) Travellers have been warned they could receive fines of up to £5,000 for attempting to bring certain items through customs - even if purchased at duty-free. In response to an outbreak of a severe disease in Europe, the government introduced stringent new regulations last month. As a result, those coming from areas like Spain, France, Italy, and Greece must ensure their luggage is free from any of the prohibited items. Current rules entail border stops for anyone found bringing sandwiches, cheese, cured meats, raw meats, or milk into the country. It's illegal for travellers from any EU nation entering Great Britain to carry any of the above items, regardless of packaging or duty-free status. Officials have stated that anyone caught with these products will be required to either give them up at the border or watch them be seized and destroyed, Bristol Live reports. An official remarked: "In serious cases, those found with these items run the risk of incurring fines of up to £5,000 in England." These rules apply regardless if you bought the items at duty free (Image: Getty ) The Government has taken steps to combat the spread of foot and mouth disease (FMD), due to the escalated number of cases across Europe. Article continues below To safeguard British livestock, farming security and the UK's food supply, travellers are barred from bringing cattle, sheep, goat, and pig meat, as well as dairy products for personal use, from EU countries into Great Britain. Officials have stated that Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) poses no risk to humans and there are currently no cases in the UK. However, it is a highly contagious viral disease affecting cattle, sheep, pigs and other cloven-hoofed animals such as wild boar, deer, llamas and alpacas. The outbreak on the continent presents a significant risk to farm businesses and livestock. FMD can cause substantial economic losses due to production shortfalls in the affected animals, as well as loss of access to foreign markets for animals, meat and dairy. In response to confirmed outbreaks of FMD in Germany, Hungary, Slovakia and Austria earlier this year, the Government has already prohibited personal imports of cattle, sheep and other ruminants and pig meat, as well as dairy products, from these countries. The new restrictions apply only to travellers arriving in Great Britain, and will not be imposed on personal imports arriving from Northern Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey, or the Isle of Man. Farming Minister Daniel Zeichner said at the launch: "This government will do whatever it takes to protect British farmers from foot and mouth. "That is why we are further strengthening protections by introducing restrictions on personal meat and dairy imports to prevent the spread of the disease and protect Britain's food security. Dr Jorge Martin-Almagro, UK Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer for international and trade affairs, announced: "Following the detection of foot and mouth disease in EU countries resulting in a rising risk of introduction into Great Britain, we have extended restrictions on the personal imports of food products that pose a risk in FMD transmission. "Robust contingency plans are already in place to manage the risk of this disease to protect farmers and Britain's food security. This biosecurity measure combined with all others we have implemented are critical to limit the risk of FMD incursion. Join the Daily Record's WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. "I would urge livestock keepers to continue exercising the upmost vigilance for signs of disease, ensure scrupulous biosecurity is maintained and to report any suspicion of disease immediately to the Animal and Plant Health Agency." There are a few specific exemptions to these rules. For instance, a limited quantity of infant milk, medical foods, and some composite products such as chocolate, sweets, bread, cakes, biscuits, and pasta will still be permitted. Article continues below For additional details, click here.
Newsweek
24-04-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Best Outdoor Grills
Vote for the best outdoor grill! Denali | Monument Grills Photo courtesy of gorodenkoff/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of gorodenkoff/iStock by Getty Images Created by three friends in Atlanta, Monument Grills wants you to make "every meal a masterpiece." Its Denali propane grills can help with that, outfitted with six infrared burners and a side searing station to get that perfect char. This giant grill is also tech-savvy: the LED screen gives you time and temperature readings, as does the app. And the digital meat probe lets you master the medium-rare steak. Flagship 1100 | Recteq Photo courtesy of AdShooter/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of AdShooter/iStock by Getty Images Combining the tradition of wood-fire grilling with the precision of digital temperature control, Recteq's popular Flagship 1100 pellet grill is rugged enough for grilling on cold nights while still offering modern touches like Wi-Fi connectivity. And it doubles as a smoker if you want to add extra flavor. Fill the huge hopper with pellets, crank up the heat (it can reach 700 degrees!), and watch your brisket brown to perfection. Genesis | Weber Photo courtesy of Weber Photo courtesy of Weber The Midwestern icon Weber has been grilling up family memories (and tender barbecue) since 1952. The company's reimagined Genesis line of propane and natural gas grills gives you the nostalgia of backyard parties alongside smart features like an app to monitor your temp, LED lights for night grilling and Flavorizer bars that prevent flare-ups and turn juice runoff into a tasty steam that bastes your steaks. Ironwood | Traeger Photo courtesy of AzmanL/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of AzmanL/iStock by Getty Images Traeger, the originator of the wood pellet grill, hasn't rested on its smoky laurels; its electric-powered Ironwood series is the next evolution of pellet grilling. Wi-Fi connectivity, pellet sensors and easy-to-control temperatures for consistent cooking are a modern meat lover's dream. If that weren't enough, these grills are ready to bring the smoke with a special mode that infuses your BBQ with wood-fired flavor. Konnected Joe Digital Charcoal Grill and Smoker | Kamado Joe Photo courtesy of Kamado Joe Photo courtesy of Kamado Joe Want to mix your love of gadgets and grilling? The Konnected Joe Digital Charcoal Grill and Smoker lets you do just that with its Wi-Fi smart mode that maintains temperature, alerts you to check your veggies and even graphs each session to help you figure out the right amount of heat. If you prefer old-school grilling, there's a manual mode too, though you'll still appreciate the automatic fire starter. Maverick Wood Pellet Grill | Pitts & Spitts Photo courtesy of Drazen Zigic/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Drazen Zigic/iStock by Getty Images Your brisket will never be the same (in a good way) once you put it on the rack of a Maverick Wood Pellet Grill. Handmade with American carbon steel, these durable grills are decked out with tech like smart meat probes. You can sit back with a beer and use your smartphone to control the heat. And it holds 35 pounds of pellets, ideal for a weekend-long grill fest. Mesa | Monument Grills Photo courtesy of AzmanL/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of AzmanL/iStock by Getty Images With a Mesa gas grill, you won't have to lift the lid to check on your burgers—just peek through the glass and keep the smoky goodness locked inside. Four burners heat up quickly and evenly, and a side burner lets you whip up some buffalo sauce to go with your grilled wings. And for such a sturdy, well-crafted grill, it's one of the most affordable options out there. Performer Deluxe Charcoal Grill 22" | Weber Photo courtesy of Weber Photo courtesy of Weber Neighbors might begin wandering into your yard once they catch a delicious whiff of what's on your Weber 22-inch Performer Deluxe Charcoal Grill. This isn't your dad's camp grill; all it takes is a button push to light the coals. The easy-slide lid makes checking your burgers (it holds up to 13) a cinch, and the attached work table keeps all your ingredients and tools at your fingertips. PK300 | PK Grills Photo courtesy of howtogoto/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of howtogoto/iStock by Getty Images It's easy to see why the PK300 charcoal grill has a cult following: a cool, retro look, a rustproof cast-aluminum construction and the amazing ability to cook low and slow as well as hot and fast. It excels at two-zone cooking, great for getting your marinated ribs to that fall-off-the-bone state while also making your kabobs sizzle. And precise airflow control lets you maintain the right temperature. Premium Argentine/Santa Maria BBQ Grill | Backyard Discovery Photo courtesy of Backyard Discovery Photo courtesy of Backyard Discovery If slow-roasting a steak over an open fire sounds appealing, then check out the Premium Argentine/Santa Maria BBQ Grill. You can hang your choice of meat at any position over the flames to get your rib eye as seared and smoky as you want. Fire bricks and a stainless steel grate and firebox keep the cooking temperature even. Plus, it's easy to assemble—you'll be gaucho-style grilling in no time! Smokin Brothers Photo courtesy of Drazen Zigic/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Drazen Zigic/iStock by Getty Images Who says you can't bring home the commercial-grade grill that champion pitmasters use? Smokin Brothers' line of heavy-duty pellet grills and smokers, designed for big cuts of meat, will have you smoking the competition in no time. Porcelain-coated grates are a game changer, giving you easy-to-clean surfaces that also evenly distribute heat. These well-insulated grills let you barbecue like a pro anytime of the year, no matter the weather. Timberline | Traeger Photo courtesy of AzmanL/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of AzmanL/iStock by Getty Images Traeger's trailblazing grill tech has found a new peak: the Timberline pellet series. Precision temp control and the unique Super Smoke Mode let you evenly cook and add wood-fired goodness to every sirloin. Cleanup is no longer a chore; the pellet ash and drippings collect in the same container. Perhaps its best feature is an induction cooktop on the side for sautéing veggies or simmering your secret sauce. Venture Portable Gas Grill | Cuisinart Photo courtesy of GCapture/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of GCapture/iStock by Getty Images Turn your next camping trip into a culinary adventure! While Cuisinart's Venture Portable Gas Grill looks like a picnic basket, you won't store cold cuts here: its cast-iron grate retains heat so well you'll have juicy hot dogs in no time. Its base stores a 1-pound propane tank, and its wood top doubles as a cutting board. Your travel buddies will thank you for packing this single-burner grill. Woodfire Outdoor Grill & Smoker | Ninja Photo courtesy of AdShooter/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of AdShooter/iStock by Getty Images Can the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill & Smoker create melt-in-your-mouth smoky barbecue? Yes. Can it roast a chicken, air-fry wings and dehydrate jerky? Yes, yes and yes. This incredibly versatile tabletop grill uses both electricity and wood pellets so you can cook your meat however you'd like. A convection fan and app let you keep your steaks at the optimal temperature without lifting a finger—or the grill lid. XL Big Green Egg Photo courtesy of Big Green Egg Photo courtesy of Big Green Egg The gold standard of charcoal kamado grills is green: Big Green Egg has been cooking up superior burgers and smoking pro-level ribs for over 50 years. Space-age ceramics keep in the heat, a unique airflow system lets you find and maintain the right temp, and the XL Egg features an expansive grilling space for family feasts. The design has remained unchanged over the decades, and the mouth-watering results have too. About Newsweek Readers' Choice Awards Our nominees are editorially driven with contributions from a panel of travel experts. The final list is determined by Newsweek editors. Readers can vote once per category, per day. For more details, read our terms and conditions. For any questions, please see our FAQs or email us at readerschoice@ Our Featured Panelists Aly Walansky writes regularly about food news and trends. She has been a food journalist for over twenty years and has covered everything from budget shopping to recipes to culinary travel content for national publications that include the Food Network, Southern Living, Food & Wine, Travel & Leisure, The Kitchn and more. She was ranked among top 10 journalists of 2023 and top 10 freelance journalists in 2024, as well as #1 food journalist of 2022, by Muck Rack. Follow her at Mike Shubic is a seasoned road trip travel video blogger, traversing the byways of the world looking for those hidden gems of the road. From unique destinations, unexpected discoveries, creative cuisine, intriguing inns to exciting attractions…the road is his page. The experiences are his ink. And every 300 miles, a new chapter begins. Whether you live vicariously or by example, Mike will do the exploring so you can have an adventure. Learn more at Susan Lanier-Graham is founder and publisher of Wander With Wonder, an award-winning online travel journalism magazine. She has authored more than 75 books and hundreds of magazine articles while traveling the world over the past three decades. Susan's work has appeared in a variety of publications, including various AAA publications, Modern Luxury, WHERE publications, and more. Susan is a member of Society of American Travel Writers, International Food, Wine and Travel Writers Association, and North American Travel Journalists Association. She is also a Certified California Wine Appellation Specialist. Newsweek contributors speak from a variety of backgrounds and offer expertise in a wide range of subject areas.
USA Today
11-03-2025
- USA Today
Where are the best community gathering spaces in the US?
Vote now for the best parks, main streets, and more In recent years, the popularity of parks, open spaces, and trails has grown immensely. So, we're celebrating great public spaces across the country by looking for the best. Advertisement We've teamed up with a panel of experts who made nominations in each of seven categories, from best city park to best main street, and now it's your turn to decide the winners by casting your votes. Voting ends on Monday, April 7 at noon ET, and you can vote once per day, per category. Click on each category below to vote: Best Boardwalk Which boardwalk ranks highly for you? — Photo courtesy of jacoblund / E+ With achingly gorgeous views of the water, the salty scent of French fries in the air, and the laughter of people from all walks of life having an incredible time together, there's nothing as quintessentially Americana as a stroll down a bustling boardwalk. There are all sorts of things that make boardwalks the places we long to be, such as the irresistible foods on offer, top-notch entertainment, compelling places to shop, and spectacular coastal vibes. The expert panel assembled by USA TODAY 10BEST kept all this in mind when nominating the most outstanding boardwalks in the U.S., and our editors have narrowed their recommendations to a list of 20. Now, it's your turn to determine which of these incredible boardwalks ranks as the best in the United States. Vote: Best Boardwalk » Best City Park Which city park is the best in the U.S.? — Photo courtesy of Igor Alecsander / E+ City parks provide space to connect with nature and the community, and the best of them offer a variety of activities and attractions for residents and visitors, from playgrounds and community gardens to skate parks and live performances. We're celebrating these verdant havens by looking for the best city parks across the United States. An expert panel has nominated their top picks, and now it's your turn to determine the winners by casting your votes. Which city park do you most enjoy visiting? Vote: Best City Park » Best Main Street Where is the best main street in the country? — Photo courtesy of AzmanL / E+ Main streets across the United States are experiencing a renaissance. Once abandoned and boarded up as people shifted to the suburbs, these iconic thoroughfares are now thriving. These 20 places with charming main streets — nominated by an expert panel for being the best in the U.S. — offer more than just a road; these streets are living history, have a vibrant culture, and serve as the hearts of their communities. Which main street do you adore? Vote: Best Main Street » Best Public Playground Which public playground is the best in the nation? — Photo courtesy of MelkiNimages / E+ Sure, playgrounds are wonderful spaces for kids to run and climb — "play" is right there in the name! — but they're more than just places to have fun. America's public playgrounds bring families, friends, and communities closer together and help forge unforgettable memories. But of the many thousands of public playgrounds throughout the country, which ones rank among the very best? 10BEST assembled an expert panel to highlight the playgrounds with the most thoughtful designs, inclusive features, interactive playsets, and family-friendly amenities. Our experts and editors have narrowed this to a list of 20, and now it's your turn to crown the best of the best. Which of these public playgrounds is the best in the U.S.? Vote: Best Public Playground » Best Public Square Which public square gets your vote? — Photo courtesy of Dmytro Varavin / iStock via Getty Images Plus Public squares have long been the keystones of American communities, serving as the stage for everything from farmers' markets to historic speeches. They're the heartbeats of cities, where culture pulses and people gather. These public squares have been nominated by an expert panel as the best in the United States, not just for their aesthetic value, but also their historical significance and communal importance. Which public square do you think is the best? Vote: Best Public Square » Best Recreational Trail Which recreational trail do you enjoy the most? — Photo courtesy of SolStock / E+ Recreational trails have popped up across the country, providing people with new ways to explore the great outdoors and get some exercise. These 20 trails — nominated by an expert panel as the best in the U.S. — offer more than just a walk in the park, allowing users to bike, walk, and run (and sometimes even skate and explore by horseback), all while enjoying nature's grandeur. Which recreational trail do you think is the best? Vote: Best Recreational Trail » Best Riverwalk Which riverwalk do you think is the best? — Photo courtesy of Zoran Zeremski / iStock via Getty Images Plus Cities across the United States have transformed their riverfront areas into multi-use spaces for recreational purposes, cultural activities, dining, and nightlife. And strolling along any of these 20 riverwalks — nominated by an expert panel as the best in the country — offers an experience that combines the serenity of nature with the liveliness of city life. Which riverwalk would you most like to visit? Vote: Best Riverwalk » Remember, you can vote once per day in each category. The 10 nominees with the most votes in each category will be announced on Wednesday, April 16.
