5* Crete luxury break 4nts from £326pp - incl. flights, hotel & breakfast

Arr pirates! We've spotted this luxurious Crete holiday placing you at the top-rated 5* Knossos Beach Bungalows & Suites right on a private sandy beach offering 3 restaurants and 3 pools. Breakfast is included in this holiday with good rates this autumn and option to upgrade, so get in! Details Travel duration: 4 nights (longer… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

2 4 1 Summer sale: Village hotels 2nt stays from £70 - hotels with pools, spa & gym

Ahoy Pirates, check out this really great deal Village Hotels are offering, you can stay for 2 nights from only £70 for the entire stay, that's under £40 per night. (We have even found rates at £49 for 2 nights - wow!) You can book stays from 1st June up until 23rd September, why not… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Pod or Treehouse glamping in Cornwall 2nts from £37pp - incl. BBQ facilities & private wet-room

Arrr pirates! We know you like quirky accommodation just as much as we do and this time around we've found these super cute glamping pods (sleeping up to 2 adults & 2 children) on a tranquil farm in Bude in north Cornwall, each finished off to a very high standard featuring an individual decked area… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

2-in-1 Fun: New York & Las Vegas package from £589pp - incl. 7nts hotels, all flights & luggage

Now is the time to experience Sin City and The Big Apple in one fell swoop with this incredible package from TourCenter! This deal will see you exploring New York City and Las Vegas, 2 of the most exciting cities in the USA, with all your hotels and flights with United Airlines included. This deal… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

How much for this top of the range Kahn inspired TX4?

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The London Taxi Company, now the London Electric Vehicle Company, recently announced that it would be ending production of its diesel TX4 cabs with a run-out edition of 300 Limited Edition taxis and had looked to commission a designer to create five ultra exclusive vehicles.

The taxi manufacturers announced that it had commissioned renowned British automotive designer Afzal Kahn to create this limited Last of Line run black cabs, as a collector’s edition of this iconic vehicle.

An LTC spokesperson said: “There was only one person for the job. Afzal Kahn is famous for his original designs and willingness to push the boundaries and we admire his ability to capture the essence of a vehicles’ character. We believe he is the best designer to give this iconic vehicle the send off it deserves.”

These five ‘Last of Line’ models will be a reimagining of the TX4; designed with a super luxurious finish and understated design features selected by each owner.

Adorning a bespoke rooftop light-box, and other elegant design touches, such as heritage inspired paintwork and luxurious leather the ‘Last of Line’ aims to utilise classic design cues to surpass luxury limousines as the ultimate way to travel.Each vehicle will be truly unique and will be badged ‘one of one’. As the very last TX4s ever made, they are expected to become a hugely desirable - and valuable - collector’s item.Afzal Kahn said: “While it is sad to see a beautiful, iconic vehicle reach the end of its life, it is a great honour to be given the opportunity to refine and celebrate what is truly one of the most famous cars in the world. I look forward to embarking on a journey with a select few clients who wish to possess their own piece of British history.”

The model show in the photos includes:

ExteriorTwo tone Rolls Royce paintColour-coded Contrast wheelsInteriorVIP roof LED Interior star lightingThick quilted leather seatsPiano black instrument surroundColour-coded seat beltsPrivacy VIP glassLast of Line door sillsLeathered steering wheelLast of Line BrandingEngineVM Motori 2499cc four cylinder diesel with power upgrade

The price... a reported £80,000!

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Woman forced into Bury St Edmunds taxi and later raped

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Three men arrested following a report that a woman had been raped near Bury St Edmunds have been released under investigation whilst police enquiries continue.The victim, a 19-year-old woman, reported that at around 3.00am on Saturday 21 April, she was made to get into a taxi by three men outside the Flex nightclub on St Andrew’s Street in Bury St Edmunds. She was driven to a property in a rural location between Bury St Edmunds and Sudbury where she was then raped. The woman was later able to leave the house on foot and alert police who were immediately despatched.A 19-year-old man from Sudbury and a 22-year-old man from Bury St Edmunds were arrested by police on suspicion of rape. A 26-year-old man from Banbury, Oxfordshire was also arrested in connection with the incident. All three men were taken to Bury St Edmunds Police Investigation Centre yesterday where they were questioned by detectives.The woman is being supported by specialist trained officers, as detectives continue to make extensive enquiries into the incident, including forensic and CCTV work.Police are appealing for anyone who was in the vicinity of the Flex nightclub around 3am on the morning of Saturday 21 April and who may have any information relating to this incident to call the West Safeguarding Unit at Bury St Edmunds Police Station on 101 quoting reference 21378/18.

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2 week mega bargain Zante holiday from £160pp - 14nts hotel & flights

Pirates, if you are looking for a mega cheap group getaway you need to check this out. We have come across this awesome holiday in Zante staying in a great rated hotel for under £160 each for a 2 week stay. A s well as your hotel stay the greek holiday includes your flights, all… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Glamping in North Yorkshire from £20pp - many great amenities incl. hot tub & sauna

Pirates, we have stumbled across this really cool Glamping site in North Yorkshire Camp Katur which has a wide range of accommodation to choose from and you can stay as a couple or a group as big as 8. The site offers so many great activities so you will never be bored on this awesome… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

5* Dubai luxury break from £470pp - incl. Emirates flights, 4nts world famous hotel, breakfast

Mateys, check this out: We've found really good rates at the iconic, uber-luxurious 5* Movenpick IBN Battuta Gate Hotel (a staple feature of the Dubai skyline), with several of dates spanning May - September (including school holidays!) Breakfast and direct flights are included as well (with the option of upgrading). Solid. Time to treat yourselves!… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Tilehurst Private Hire Company Fined For Operating In Reading With Expired Transport For London Roundels

A Tilehurst Privat Hire company has been heavily fined for breaking the rules.

In a routine inspection, licensing officers spotted a silver Mercedes Vito operating as a school transport vehicle outside The Holy Brook School in Ashampstead Road, Southcote.

On closer inspection, the officers realised the car was displaying an expired Transport for London private hire vehicle licence plate.

The operation, carried out by Reading Borough Council's licensing officers and legal team, then managed to track down the offenders.

The men responsible have both been slapped with fines for breaking the rules at separate hearings in Reading Magistrates Court.

Anthony Roe, 51, of Lower Armour Road, Tilehurst, the operator of 1st Class Cars, was found guilty in his absence of operating a private hire vehicle without a current licence, during a hearing on Monday, April 9.

He was fined £800 and ordered to pay legal costs of £1,500 and an £80 victim surcharge.

Clarence Harry, 63, of Halls Road, Tilehurst, Berkshire, the driver of the Mercedes Vito, appeared before magistrates on Thursday, April 12, and was found guilty of driving/plying for hire without a licence.

He was fined £120 and ordered to pay legal costs of £120 and a £30 victim surcharge.

The council's licensing officers are regularly out and about in the borough carrying out checks on private hire vehicles, their drivers for the safety of all their customers.

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2 in 1: Visit 2 Caribbean islands in one trip from just £305 return

Ahoy mateys! We've just spotted these great multi-city direct flights departing from Paris visiting not 1 but 2 Caribbean islands in one trip! Discover Guadeloupe and Martinique before returning back to Paris, with dates spanning Aug - Jan 2019, so you have plenty of time to plan your journey. There's a slew of airlines to… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Adults only festive party Cruise to Dublin from £208pp - 3nts incl. full board

Pirates, check this adults only party cruise we have come across on our cool cruise finder taking you to the one and only Dublin on a full board basis. Accommodation prices can be super expensive in this awesome city so this is one way to visit without breaking the bank - and having some major… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Sizzling Santorini holiday from £260pp - 7nts award winning hotel, breakfast & flights

Ahoy, this one will blow up your Instagram, Santorini is absolutely stunning, and it's even more appealing when you know you can visit at an affordable price. We have found this great holiday in Santorini with breakfast included each morning with the option to upgrade to half board. The hotel is great rated and award… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Staffordshire cabbie loses licence after masterbating at a park

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A taxi driver form Staffordshire has lost his hackney carriage licence after allegations of him ‘masturbating’ at a local park.Staffordshire Police received a complaint about the driver, Abdul Hakim Baig, from a member of the public back in October at Bathpool Country Park, in Kidsgrove.

This latest complaint follows three others of ‘inappropriate behaviour of a sexual nature’ between 2015 and 2017.Mr Baig’s hackney carriage licence was stripped from him at a private meeting in December with local authorities Newcastle Borough Council. The driver appealed the decision however the decision was upheld at North Staffordshire Justice Centre on 9th April.Mr Baig had been caught speeding in 2015 and more worryingly driving without insurance in December.

A statement made to the council’s public protection committee said: “The police received a complaint from a member of the public that Mr Baig had been witnessed masturbating in Bathpool Park. Also, between 2015 and 2017, there had been three other complaints made against Mr Baig of inappropriate behaviour of a sexual nature.“The council resolved that due to the serious nature of the complaints received and considering the council’s responsibility to ensure the safety of the public that, on the balance of probabilities, Mr Baig was no longer a fit and proper person to hold a hackney carriage licence. In the interests of public safety the licence was revoked with immediate effect.”

The driver was ordered to pay costs of £300 after the failed appeal.

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All inclusive Turkey family holiday from £218pp - 7nts 4* hotel, flights, luggage & transfers

Ahoy there pirates, stop what you are doing and check out this awesome all inclusive holiday in Turkey we have come across with Thomas Cook. You will stay for a week in an awesome award winning hotel with amazing ratings and even better as you are on an all inclusive board basis you will receive… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Tenerife all inclusive spring holiday 7nts from £354pp - incl. flights & hotel

Ahoy mateys! Treat yourself to some all inclusive sunshine on scorching Tenerife next month! We've found this great holiday placing you at 4* Labranda Isla Bonita in popular Costa Adeje. Holiday details Travel duration: 7 nights (longer or shorter stays possible) Example date: 1st 8th May 2018 Flight + Hotel package from Loveholidays Departure… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Super luxe 5* Moroccan escape: 4nts B&B from £310pp incl. hotel & flights

Who says summer has to end on August 31st? Extend your sunny season this year with a September getaway to Marrakech. Surround yourself in quirky yet traditional Moroccan decor at the lush 5* Riad Karmela Princesse where you will be spending 4 nights. Set in the heart of the historical city, you'll be within walking… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Thanksgiving in USA from £456pp: 4nt group getaway - incl. iconic New Yorker hotel & flights

Thanksgiving falls on 22 November this year and you can spend it in the Big Apple, at one of the most iconic hotels in the city that never sleeps for a barrrgain price. Grab your squad for the holiday of a lifetime, staying at the 4* New Yorker hotel in Midtown and with return flights,… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Sunday Special Report: We've All Heard Of Uber's GreyBall Program, But What actually Is It

Greyball is a software tool used by the ride-hailing service Uber to identify and deny service to certain riders, including riders who Uber suspects of violating its terms of service. 

Uber's use of Greyball was made public in a March 3, 2017, investigative report by The New York Times, which described how, as early as 2014, Uber had used Greyball to evade local government authorities in the United States, Australia, South Korea, and China. In the days following the publication of the New York Times story, Uber admitted that it had used Greyball to thwart government regulators and it promised to stop using the tool for that purpose.

Uber reportedly developed Greyball to identify individuals who Uber suspected of using its service improperly, and it began using the tool as early as 2014. According to Uber, Greyball can "hide the standard city app view for individual riders, enabling Uber to show that same rider a different version." Uber claimed that it used Greyball to deny service to individuals suspected of violating the company's terms of services, such as people seeking to harm Uber drivers, disrupt Uber operations, or carry out law enforcement actions against Uber drivers. However, after The New York Times revealed Greyball's existence in March 2017, Uber said it would stop using it to evade local government regulators.

According to the New York Times report, which was based on interviews of four current and former Uber employees and a review of internal Uber documents, Greyball used several methods to identify and deny service to government officials who were investigating Uber for violations of local laws. Those methods included:

* Geofencing. Uber would create a digital map that identified the locations of city government offices. If a potential rider attempted to hail a ride from the area around a government building, Greyball would flag the individual as a possible law enforcement agent.

* Mining credit card databases. If Uber identified a credit card as being associated with a government agency or police union, it would flag that individual in Greyball. 

* Identifying devices. Since government agencies would often buy cheap cellphones for use in sting operations, Uber employees would visit electronics stores to obtain model numbers for inexpensive phones and input those model numbers into Greyball. 

* Searches of social media. Uber employees searched social media profiles to identify possible law enforcement agents. Uber then flagged those individuals in Greyball. 

* Eyeballing. Greyball would determine if a potential rider had been opening and closing the Uber app numerous times without calling for a ride.

In May 2017, several news organizations reported that the United States Department of Justice had opened a criminal investigation into Uber's use of Greyball to avoid local law enforcement operations.

Transport for London (TfL) cited use of Greyball in London as one of the reasons for its decision not to renew Uber's private hire operator licence. The decision states that the way in which Uber uses Greyball contributes to it failing to meet the standards of a "fit and proper" private hire operator. 

Consequently, Uber would not be able to operate legally in London after its licence expired on 30 September 2017 unless they entered an appeal within 21 days. Uber challenged the ban in court and are currently still working even though they've been cited as not fit and proper by the licensing authority. 

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Best of British: Cotswolds luxury spa break from £105pp - incl. breakfast & spa

Ahoy mateys! We've spotted some great rates over at the award-winning 4* Calcot Manor Hotel & Spa in the Cotswolds boasting luxury amenities including outdoor and indoor pool, hot-tub along with a lush spa and great wining and dining. Breakfast and spa access is included and we've found loads of dates spanning May - Aug!… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT