Two more Reform local election candidates accused of offensive posts Labour calls on Nigel Farage to sack candidates and says his party’s checks ‘clearly not fit for purpose’ The Guardian - UK · Apr 18
What is ‘danger tourism’? Why tourists take extreme risks for travel experiences Tourists have often sparked criticism when travelling to war zones or ‘dangerous’ countries. Amelia Neath explores the impact of this type of travel and how it differs from other types of tourism where travellers seek thrills The Independent UK · Mar 7, 2025
Four British men freed by Taliban after being held in Afghanistan The men were all detained over allegedly breaking the country’s laws earlier this year The Guardian - UK · Oct 10, 2023
Four British men freed by Taliban after being detained in Afghanistan The UK Foreign Office said it welcomes the release of the men, who were detained over allegedly breaking the country’s laws. The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2023
Four UK Nationals Released From Afghan Prison Detained British citizens freed after unspecified charges; UK government welcomes release Zenger · Oct 10, 2023
Family of man locked up in secret Taliban prison for four months beg for help Kevin Cornwell, 53, has been held by the Taliban's intelligence agency since January 11. His family are worried for his health as he suffers from chronic kidney issues and requires hospital treatment Daily Mirror · May 1, 2023
The stupidest things tourists have done on holiday A trip abroad can quickly turn sour if you don’t respect the local culture and customs The Independent UK · Apr 20, 2023
Mum of 'danger tourist' held by Taliban says son went to Afghanistan to 'find himself' Miles Routledge, 23, a traveller, was reportedly detained by the Taliban on March 2 and has been accused by the militants of engaging in 'suspicious activities' Daily Mirror · Apr 2, 2023
Mother of danger tourist detained by Taliban in Afghanistan ‘desperate to know he is safe’ Miles Routledge, 23, is one of three British men being detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan Evening Standard · Apr 2, 2023
Two Britons held by Taliban speak to families for first time since arrest Calls described as ‘great relief’ after Kevin Cornwell, 53, and an unnamed man were detained in Afghanistan The Guardian - UK · Apr 2, 2023
British men detained in Afghanistan hold ’emotional’ call with family Home Secretary Suella Braverman said anyone travelling to dangerous parts of the world should take the utmost caution The Independent UK · Apr 2, 2023
British men detained by Taliban ‘in touch with families’ Kevin Cornwell, a second unnamed man, and ‘danger tourist’ Miles Routledge are currently being held in Afghanistan The Independent UK · Apr 2, 2023
British men held by Taliban ‘in contact’ with relatives The men include a charity medic and a self-styled “danger tourist” Evening Standard · Apr 2, 2023
Brits held prisoner by Taliban in contact with families back in UK, says spokesman Controversial 'danger tourist Miles Routledge is among three Brits currently held by the Taliban in Afghanistan. Mr Routledge is being held along with charity medic Kevin Cornwell and another unnamed man Daily Mirror · Apr 2, 2023
Al Jazeera · Apr 2, 2023 Three UK citizens held in Taliban custody in Afghanistan Non-profit says charity medic, traveller and unnamed third man ‘being well-treated’ as UK foreign office seeks contact.
The Independent UK · Apr 2, 2023 UK ‘in negotiations’ over three Britons held by Taliban in Afghanistan, says Suella Braverman Government ‘working hard to ensure people’s safety’, says home secretary
Evening Standard · Apr 2, 2023 Government ‘in negotiations’ after three British men detained by Taliban Home Secretary Suella Braverman said anyone travelling to dangerous parts of the world should take the utmost caution
The Independent UK · Apr 1, 2023 Three British men detained in Taliban custody in Afghanistan Non-profit organisation the Presidium Network is assisting two of the men.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 1, 2023 Taliban holding three British men in detention in Afghanistan Charity medic, hotelier and ‘danger tourist’ reportedly arrested by Taliban’s secret police in January
Reuters · Apr 1, 2023 Three British men being held in Taliban custody in Afghanistan - Sky News Three British men are being held in Taliban custody in Afghanistan, including so-called "danger tourist" Miles Routledge, Sky News reported on Saturday.
The Independent UK · Apr 1, 2023 Three British nationals including ‘danger tourist’ held by Taliban in Afghanistan One has been named as so-called ‘danger tourist’ Miles Routledge, who was previously evacuated from Afghanistan by the British Army in 2021
Daily Mirror · Apr 1, 2023 Three Brits being held by Taliban in Afghanistan including notorious 'danger tourist' Controversial 'danger tourist Miles Routledge is among three Brits currently held by the Taliban in Afghanistan. Mr Routledge is being held along with charity medic Kevin Cornwell and another unnamed man
Daily Mirror · Nov 23, 2022 Brit 'danger tourist' illegally crosses borders to see girlfriend then is dumped on phone Miles Routledge has made it his mission to visit the most dangerous places in the world, but faced heartbreak on his latest 10-day trip which saw him crossing "multiple illegal borders"
Daily Record · Nov 22, 2022 British man who 'crossed borders illegally' on holiday to see girlfriend then gets dumped Miles Routledge says he fractured his ankle whilst trekking to see his partner before she broke up with him on the phone.
The Independent UK · May 13, 2022 Self-declared ‘war tourist’ aims to sail £15 dinghy along Channel refugee route Provocative Twitter personality says £15 Amazon dinghy has ‘more leg room than Ryanair’