Hazardous materials scare in Newham leads to arrests
Major emergency response in Newham as hazardous materials discovery leads to arrests and street closures. Latest updates on the ongoing investigation.
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Navy Sailor Arrested With Bomb Materials Near White House
A US Navy sailor was arrested after being found with suspected bomb-making components near the White House perimeter, raising serious security concerns during Trump's presidency.
Child dies in London hazardous materials incident
A young child has died following a hazardous materials emergency in London, prompting a major response from multiple emergency services. The incident occurred in a residential property with a second child hospitalised.
Child dies in London hazardous materials incident
A young child has died following a hazardous materials incident in Newham, East London, prompting a massive emergency service response and ongoing investigation.
Child dies in London hazardous materials incident
A young child has died and four adults hospitalised following a hazardous materials emergency at a South London residential property, prompting major emergency service response and investigation.
Met Police investigate UKIP over Whitechapel campaign leaflets
The Metropolitan Police has opened a formal investigation into UKIP following complaints about racially charged campaign materials distributed in Whitechapel, east London, prompting condemnation from anti-racism groups.
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.
Third US freight train derailment in three months
Another dangerous freight train derailment in Montana marks the third major incident since February's Ohio disaster, raising urgent questions about US rail safety standards and emergency response protocols.
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.
Chlorine gas cloud emergency in Surrey village
Residents in Oxshott, Surrey were told to stay indoors as emergency services responded to a hazardous chemical incident involving a chlorine gas cloud at a local water treatment facility.
Philip Pullman's Final Book of Dust - Exclusive Extract
Dive into an exclusive extract from Philip Pullman's breathtaking conclusion to The Book of Dust trilogy, featuring Lyra Silvertongue's most perilous journey yet in this highly anticipated literary finale.
US Bets Big to Break China's Rare Earth Monopoly
The Biden administration makes unprecedented investments in Western rare earth companies to secure critical minerals and challenge China's market dominance in green technology.
Margate bomb scare: Police evacuate homes and make arrest
Dramatic scenes unfolded in Kent as bomb disposal experts were called to a residential property in Margate, leading to multiple evacuations and one arrest.
Nobel Chemistry Prize 2025 for porous materials breakthrough
Three pioneering scientists have been honoured with the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their groundbreaking work on porous materials that could transform everything from clean energy to medicine.
World's First Plant Plastic That Vanishs Completely
British scientists have developed a revolutionary plant-based plastic that completely biodegrades into harmless sugars, offering hope in the global war against plastic pollution.
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.
UK Homes Embrace Scandi Bathroom Minimalism
Discover why UK homeowners are embracing Scandinavian bathroom design. From minimalist aesthetics to sustainable materials, learn how to achieve the serene Nordic look in your own home.
Heathrow Hazard Alert: 20 Injured, Man Arrested
A major security incident unfolded at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 2 after a man was arrested on suspicion of carrying hazardous materials. Twenty people required medical treatment as specialist hazmat teams descended on the scene.
Heathrow Terminal Evacuated Over Hazardous Materials Scare
Heathrow Airport's Terminal 2 was evacuated following the discovery of hazardous materials, causing significant flight delays and cancellations. Emergency services rushed to the scene as passengers were cleared from the area.
Pennsylvania Town Sues Realty Firm Over Pothole Crisis
The tiny borough of Seven Fields, Pennsylvania, has launched a landmark legal battle against real estate behemoth Howard Hanna, alleging its construction vehicles have turned community roads into an 'obstacle course' of destructive potholes. Residents dem
Yonkers Chemical Warehouse Fire Sparks Toxic Smoke Emergency
A major emergency response is underway in Yonkers after a ferocious warehouse fire sent plumes of potentially hazardous chemical smoke billowing across residential areas, prompting urgent safety warnings.
Residents' Fury Over 'Monstrous' 15-Hour Construction Noise
Furious residents in a UK neighbourhood are plagued by deafening, near-constant construction noise from a new housing development, with work permitted from 8am to 11pm daily. Locals describe the unbearable disruption as a 'living nightmare'.
North Korea Loses 2,000 Troops in Flood Catastrophe
Exclusive report reveals a catastrophic incident in North Korea where thousands of young troops perished during a rushed infrastructure project ordered by Kim Jong-un, highlighting the regime's brutal disregard for human life.
Anne-Marie Duff reveals brother's heartbreaking dementia battle
Bafta-winning actress Anne-Marie Duff opens up in an emotional new interview about her brother's agonising battle with early-onset dementia, sharing the profound impact on her family and her advocacy for care home residents.
Crane Operator Job Ad Offering £3,000/Week Goes Viral
A job advertisement for a crane operator in Australia offering a staggering $6,000 AUD (£3,100) per week has gone viral, sparking a fierce debate about skilled labour shortages, wage inflation, and the cost of living crisis.
SFO Drops Fraud Probe Into Construction Giant Hanson
The Serious Fraud Office has abruptly closed its criminal investigation into Hanson, one of the UK's largest construction material suppliers, without bringing any charges. The probe, which examined suspected bribery and corruption, has been shut down afte
Reeves' Landfill Tax Threatens New-Build House Prices
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a major expansion of the landfill tax to include construction waste, a move that could add thousands to the cost of a new home and threaten the government's own housebuilding targets.
Hazmat Alert: Chemical Scare at London Hotel
Dramatic scenes unfolded in Central London as specialist firefighters in full hazmat gear descended on a hotel following a major chemical alert. Emergency services rushed to the scene amid fears of a hazardous substance.
Holyrood Crisis: Patrick Harvie Faces No-Confidence Vote
Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie is facing a dramatic no-confidence vote at Holyrood after failing to meet a crucial deadline for updating Scotland's crumbling building standards, sparking a major political crisis for the SNP-Green government.
Fury as builders use couple's home as lunch canteen on holiday
A UK couple returned from holiday to find their building site home had been used as a makeshift canteen by construction workers, who left behind a trail of rubbish, food waste, and cigarette butts.
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