Nou Camp reopens amidst radical renovation work
FC Barcelona's iconic stadium welcomes fans back while construction continues on dramatic £1.3bn renovation, with temporary stands and visible cranes dominating the skyline.
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Engineer destroys Native American burial site
A Massachusetts engineer faces criminal charges after allegedly bulldozing a protected Native American burial ground to create a 'meditation area' on his $2 million property, destroying priceless archaeological heritage.
Michigan Republican's Ashley Madison Account Exposed
Republican candidate Bryan Posthumus faces political ruin after leaked Ashley Madison data reveals his membership on the notorious cheating website, sparking outrage among conservative voters.
Vietnam demands Facebook remove UNESCO heritage criticism
Vietnamese authorities escalate pressure on Meta's platform over posts questioning their stewardship of protected cultural sites, raising concerns about digital censorship and heritage protection.
Ancient Biblical cult site unearthed in Israel
Archaeologists have uncovered a stunning 5,300-year-old temple complex in Israel that reveals mysterious pagan rituals and human sacrifices centuries before the Biblical battle of Armageddon.
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.
World's oldest Olympian dies aged 101
Hungarian shooting champion Károly Takács, the world's oldest Olympian, dies at 101. The double gold medalist's remarkable career spanned wars and personal tragedy to achieve Olympic glory.
Trump's White House Ballroom Renovation Sparks Budget Concerns
Exclusive investigation uncovers budget concerns and questionable contractor history in Donald Trump's lavish White House ballroom renovation project, raising eyebrows in political and construction circles.
Construction worker dies in Manhattan high-rise fall
A construction worker has died after falling from a Manhattan high-rise development site, marking another devastating incident in New York City's construction industry as safety concerns escalate.
Ancient Christian Burial Site Unearthed in Turkey
Archaeologists make stunning discovery of 1,900-year-old burial site near biblical city that could rewrite early Christian history and reveal final resting place of Apostle Paul.
Indonesia bans Israeli gymnasts from Olympic qualifier
Indonesian sports authorities face International Olympic Committee scrutiny after blocking Israeli athletes from a crucial Olympic qualifying event, raising concerns about political discrimination in international sport.
Grand Designs project manager dies during filming
The construction industry mourns as 28-year-old project manager Ben Tisdall passes away while working on a Grand Designs project, prompting important safety conversations.
Indonesia faces Olympic ban over Israeli athlete exclusion
Indonesia risks being stripped of hosting rights for major Olympic-qualifying events after refusing entry to Israeli competitors, sparking international condemnation.
Olympic boxer's 94-second KO sparks gender debate
French boxer Imane Khelif scores lightning-quick knockout in just 94 seconds during her return to the ring, reigniting discussions about gender verification in Olympic boxing following previous controversy.
Parthenon Sheds Scaffolding After 20 Years
For the first time in 20 years, visitors to Athens can witness the magnificent Parthenon completely free of restoration scaffolding, marking a historic moment for the iconic ancient temple.
UK construction costs surge 40%, threatening projects
New data reveals UK construction costs have surged by up to 40%, forcing developers to delay or redesign major projects as budgets spiral out of control.
Germany's gas dash threatens climate targets and Wadden Sea
Germany's urgent dash for liquefied natural gas to replace Russian supplies is putting its climate commitments in jeopardy and endangering the fragile UNESCO-protected Wadden Sea ecosystem, new analysis reveals.
Government blocks National Trust bid to protect Ironbridge Gorge
Shropshire's Ironbridge Gorge faces development threat as ministers reject National Trust's bid for enhanced protection of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Surfer Ellie Jean Coffey in sacred lake defecation scandal
Controversial footage shows professional surfer Ellie Jean Coffey allegedly defecating in Pushkar's holy lake, sparking outrage and potential legal consequences in India.
Hodgkinson's Olympic heartbreak: Parents may miss Paris 2024
British athletics sensation Keely Hodgkinson opens up about the emotional price of Olympic glory as her parents face missing her Paris 2024 title defence due to staggering costs.
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
Sacred site ruling stops Bathurst 1000 race
A dramatic ruling has brought Australia's legendary Bathurst 1000 race to a standstill after the discovery of a significant Aboriginal sacred site within the iconic Mount Panorama circuit, sparking nationwide debate.
Bronze Age burial site discovered in Cardiff sparks concerns
Archaeologists raise alarm after significant Bronze Age remains discovered during Cardiff housing development, highlighting tensions between urban expansion and heritage preservation in Wales.
Italy seeks Olympic Truce for Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games
Italian officials urge global ceasefire during Winter Olympics, invoking ancient tradition of Olympic Truce to promote peace through sport.
Whitehaven's £10bn Sellafield nuclear takeover
Europe's oldest nuclear site faces unprecedented cleanup as Whitehaven Coal acquires Sellafield in a landmark deal raising environmental and safety concerns across Cumbria.
Gary Neville's builder ordered to remove Union Jack flag
Construction workers at Gary Neville's Manchester development were ordered to remove a Union Jack flag, sparking debate about national pride and workplace policies at the former footballer's project.
Olympic Skater Oksana Baiul Sells New Jersey Mansion
Exclusive look inside Olympic gold medalist Oksana Baiul's stunning New Jersey mansion as the figure skating legend puts her property on the market. Discover the luxury features and emotional history behind this champion's home.
UK Economy Stagnates as Construction Output Plummets
Britain's economic recovery hits a wall as construction output plummets 1.9% in April, wiping out service sector gains and raising Budget concerns for the Chancellor.
Uganda halts tourism after alleged tourist abduction
Uganda suspends tourism in the UNESCO-listed Bwindi Impenetrable National Park after a suspected militant attack targets a group of tourists, raising security fears for the region's endangered mountain gorillas.
Surrey's 'Millionaires' Village' Fears Secret Travellers Site
Exclusive: Furious residents of affluent Surrey village demand answers as council secretly sells greenbelt land, sparking fears of an illegal travellers' site and a plunge in property values.
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