UK issues urgent Kabul travel warning amid Covid crisis
British officials warn against all but essential travel to Kabul as Afghanistan faces dual crisis of political instability and surging coronavirus infections. Flights to India also affected.
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Live-in caretaker sought for Holy Island's Lindisfarne Priory
An extraordinary opportunity has emerged for two people to become live-in caretakers at Lindisfarne Priory, one of Britain's most sacred Christian sites located on Holy Island. The successful applicants will receive accommodation and a salary while mainta
Planning reforms threaten historic gardens protection
Major government planning reforms could strip protected status from hundreds of Britain's historic parks and gardens, putting them at risk of development.
Britain's historic parks face unprecedented threat
Dozens of Britain's most cherished historic parks and gardens are at risk of being lost forever due to controversial planning changes and development pressures, heritage experts warn.
Afghanistan internet restored after 3-day blackout
After a devastating three-day nationwide internet blackout, Afghanistan's digital lifeline has been restored. The Taliban's surprise shutdown sparked international condemnation and crippled daily life across the country.
Taliban enforces nationwide internet blackout in Afghanistan
The Taliban regime is systematically dismantling Afghanistan's digital infrastructure, imposing nationwide internet restrictions that isolate citizens and cripple the economy in what experts call digital repression.
Bobby Gillespie's childhood home gets English Heritage blue plaque
English Heritage honours rock frontman's musical beginnings with prestigious blue plaque at his formative northwest London residence, celebrating British music heritage.
Taliban seize Kabul as Afghan government collapses
The Taliban has captured Afghanistan's capital Kabul, completing their stunning military offensive as President Ashraf Ghani flees the country and Western embassies evacuate personnel.
Afghanistan Internet Blackout: Taliban Imposes Digital Crackdown
Afghanistan faces nationwide internet blackout as Taliban imposes sweeping restrictions on digital communications, raising alarm about human rights and information control.
Afghanistan telecoms blackout: Taliban cuts all communications
Afghanistan faces complete communications collapse as Taliban authorities order nationwide shutdown of mobile networks and internet services, severing millions from vital connections.
Live in Historic UK Estates - Affordable Rentals Available
Discover how you can experience life in Britain's most stunning historic estates without breaking the bank. From Scottish castles to English manor houses, these properties offer unique living experiences at surprisingly reasonable prices.
Taliban Enforces Total Internet Blackout in Afghanistan
The Taliban regime has severed Afghanistan's internet connectivity, isolating 40 million people from the world in what experts call one of the most severe digital crackdowns in modern history.
World's First Purpose-Built Railway Pub Gains Listed Status
The historic Skew Bridge pub in Woking, a unique Victorian relic built specifically for railway travellers, has been granted Grade II listed status, safeguarding its future.
Taliban forces Afghan women into religious schools as only option
Exclusive report reveals how Taliban policies have systematically dismantled women's education, leaving religious madrasas as the sole permitted learning environment for Afghan girls and women.
British couple freed from Afghanistan feared execution
A British couple detained in Afghanistan for months describe their harrowing ordeal, revealing they genuinely feared execution by the Taliban regime before their unexpected release.
British Couple Freed from Taliban Detention Return to UK
After a harrowing ordeal, a British couple detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan has finally returned to the UK. Discover the full story of their detention and the diplomatic efforts behind their release.
Elderly British Couple Freed in Afghanistan Rescue Mission
An elderly British couple has been released from captivity in Afghanistan and reunited with their emotional family in the UK, ending a harrowing ordeal. Watch the heartwarming moment of their return.
British Couple Reunited After 7 Months Trapped in Taliban Afghanistan
An elderly British couple has been dramatically reunited with their daughter in Qatar after being trapped in Afghanistan by the Taliban for seven agonising months. Read their emotional story of captivity and freedom.
Taliban Enforces Total Internet Blackout in N. Afghanistan
The Taliban has enforced a complete internet shutdown in Afghanistan's Balkh and Kunduz provinces, severing critical communications and raising fears of a wider crackdown on digital freedoms.
Taliban Enforces Gender Segregation and Bans Subjects in Universities
The Taliban has issued a sweeping new directive for Afghanistan's universities, enforcing complete gender segregation, banning co-education, and prohibiting subjects deemed 'against Islamic principles'. This move drastically rolls back two decades of educ
Birnbeck Pier awarded £8m in lottery rescue bid
The iconic but crumbling Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital £8 million lifeline from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking a pivotal moment in the decades-long fight to save the unique Victorian structure from complete collap
£4.3M Lottery Lifeline Saves Historic Birnbeck Pier
The iconic but decaying Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital lifeline, securing a £4.3 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant for its ambitious restoration and future as a public heritage site.
Afghanistan stuns Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup thriller
Afghanistan pulled off a stunning victory against Sri Lanka in a rain-affected T20 World Cup group stage thriller. Get the full match report, key highlights, and analysis from this major upset.
Police Hunt Illegal Metal Detectorists at Medieval Abbey
Gloucestershire Police launch a major investigation after 'nighthawkers' illegally target historic Hailes Abbey, a 13th-century Cistercian monastery, sparking fears of priceless treasure theft and irreparable damage to protected heritage.
Taliban's Female Aid Worker Ban Hinders Quake Relief
A major earthquake in Afghanistan has triggered a humanitarian crisis, with the Taliban's prohibition on women aid workers critically obstructing UN and NGO efforts to deliver vital assistance to the most vulnerable survivors.
Egypt's Sacred Pyramids Under Threat from Mega-Resort Development
Plans for a sprawling mega-resort near the Giza Plateau have ignited international fury, with experts warning the project could irreparably damage Egypt's most sacred ancient monuments. Discover why archaeologists are demanding immediate action.
Foreign Tourists Stoned in Afghanistan Attack
Three foreign tourists were violently attacked by a group of men in Jalalabad, Afghanistan. The assailants pelted their car with rocks in a shocking incident that raises serious safety concerns for visitors.
Taliban Abandons Women to Die in Quake Rubble
Exclusive report reveals the Taliban's brutal neglect as they block aid and leave women to perish following devastating earthquakes in western Afghanistan, in a stark violation of human rights.
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