Nurse's plea: Talk about death before it's too late
Former ICU nurse Julie McFadden urges families to discuss end-of-life care now. Her five-step guide can ease fears and clarify final wishes. Don't wait for a crisis.
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Banker wins appeal over Belgravia roof terrace
A millionaire banker has triumphed over Westminster Council in a planning row about his glass roof terrace, with an inspector ruling it's in keeping with the area. Read the full story.
Banker wins roof terrace fight after appeal
A millionaire banker has triumphed in a three-year planning row over his glass roof terrace in Belgravia. An inspector ruled it acceptable as 'all his neighbours already have one'. Read the full story.
Green Belt Caravan Park Must Be Ripped Up
A concrete caravan park built on Cheshire green belt land without permission faces being torn down after council rejects retrospective plans. Locals had branded it 'vandalism'.
Apex Legends Winter Wipeout Event Start Time & Details
The Apex Legends Winter Wipeout event launches January 6, 2026, introducing hoverboards, legend overhauls, and exclusive winter skins. Get all the dates and new features here.
Hawaii Landowner Fined for Unpermitted Burning Man Festivals
Andrew Tepper's 'Falls on Fire' festivals on his 14,000-acre Hawaii estate spark controversy and planning violations. Will the Planning Commission grant a permit? Read the full story.
Retirement anxiety: 'I'm afraid of living too long'
A 57-year-old's fear of outliving their savings is more common than admitted. Financial educator Vanessa Stoykov explains how $480k can grow and offers a roadmap to clarity for retirement planning.
Man hit with £104k bill after home extension too large
A Wokingham taxi driver says he's been left suicidal after the council ordered him to pay a £104,000 Community Infrastructure Levy for building an extension that breached approved plans. Read his story.
Nish Kumar Hosts Guardian Saturday Writers Event
Comedian Nish Kumar hosted The Guardian's 'An Evening with the Saturday Writers' on 19 December 2025. Watch highlights and key discussions from the unique literary event.
Labour's Sweeping Planning Changes for 1.5m Homes
Labour announces radical planning reforms to fast-track 1.5 million homes in five years, including new rules for green belt stations, swift bricks, and biodiversity. Discover the local impact.
Labour's one-chance rule to stop Nimby planning delays
Housing Secretary Steve Reed unveils planning overhaul to prevent 'weaponisation' of objections, aiming to accelerate 1.5 million new homes. Read the full details.
How to Plan an Affordable Party: Expert Advice
Event planners reveal four key strategies for hosting a fantastic festive gathering without overspending. Focus on atmosphere, not expense, to create lasting memories.
Sarah Beeny in showdown talks over illegal 'mini-Downton' home
TV presenter Sarah Beeny holds crisis talks with Somerset Council over her illegally built £3m mansion. A six-year planning battle with locals could see the 'mini-Downton Abbey' razed. Read the latest.
Bristol garden makeover sparks neighbour row
A bitter dispute erupts in Bristol's Redland over 'ludicrous' garden plans. Neighbours fear a 'concrete pit' while the homeowner insists it's for family. Discover the full story.
Holly Valance's First Event Since Nick Candy Split
Holly Valance makes first public appearance since split from billionaire Nick Candy, dazzling at London fashion event with celebrity friends. See her stunning comeback.
Homeowner forced to tear down summer house in row
Andrew Causley must demolish his garden summer house after an 18-month planning dispute with a neighbour and Exeter City Council. The couple vow to fight the decision.
Couple's £3k battle over garden summer house
Royal Mail driver Andrew Causley faces demolition order for his garden summer house after 18-month planning dispute with Exeter City Council. Read the full story.
Worcester homeowner faces £170k demolition order
A Worcester mother spent £170,000 building a detached house for her disabled daughter without planning permission. The council has ordered its demolition. Discover the full story.
Beckhams in planning row over Cotswolds home
David and Victoria Beckham face neighbour fury over 30+ planning applications for their £6m Cotswolds property. Locals accuse them of 'abusing' the system. Read the full story.
Neighbours attack Beckhams over planning applications
David and Victoria Beckham face local fury over more than 30 planning applications for their £6m Cotswolds home, accused of 'abusing' the system. Discover the full story.
Default Yes for Homes Near Train Stations
New planning rules will give a 'default yes' to housing developments within a 15-minute walk of train stations, including green belt land, as the government pushes to build 1.5 million homes.
Mum's lavish christening ruined by photographer
A Sydney mother was left devastated after a photographer failed to capture key moments from her daughter's lavish christening and then demanded extra fees. Discover her warning to other parents.
Village fury over 65ft 'mega-shed' built via planning loophole
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Mega-Shed Planning Row Divides Kent Village
A massive 18ft 'mega-shed' has become the centre of a bitter planning dispute in a Kent village, with furious neighbours branding it a 'monstrous eyesore' that's destroying their rural views and privacy.
Scarborough fireworks chaos leaves thousands in gridlock
Massive traffic jams and safety fears grip North Yorkshire coastal town after annual fireworks event sparks transport meltdown, leaving families stranded for hours.
Martin Clunes loses planning battle over travellers site
Doc Martin star's woodland development plans thwarted as neighbours win fight to establish permanent travellers site in Dorset countryside.
Fortnite's The End Event: Complete May 24th Guide
Epic Games prepares to close Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 with 'The End' live event on May 24th. Get all the essential details including start times, how to prepare, and what to expect from this game-changing spectacle.
Rugby clubhouse converted to mosque despite objections
A former rugby clubhouse in Greater Manchester has been officially converted into a mosque despite significant local opposition and concerns about parking and traffic in the residential area.
Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson Shine at NYC Gala
Hollywood A-listers Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson turned heads with their dazzling appearances at a prestigious New York charity event, joined by actress Blanca Blanco in an evening of glamour and philanthropy.
Cardiff Willy Wonka Halloween event disappoints families
Families in Cardiff express outrage after paying premium prices for a Willy Wonka-themed Halloween festival that failed to deliver on its magical promises, leaving children disappointed and parents demanding refunds.
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