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Turkey earthquake causes building collapse in Gebze

A devastating earthquake in northwest Turkey's Gebze district has caused multiple building collapses, leaving residents trapped and raising urgent questions about construction safety standards in the earthquake-prone region.

Manchester Building Collapse Sparks Mass Evacuation

Emergency services have launched a major operation in Manchester city centre after a building partially collapsed, forcing evacuations and road closures as structural engineers assess the safety of the area.

Trump's White House Ballroom Demolition Sparks Fury

The Trump administration's controversial demolition of the White House ballroom has ignited a firestorm over historic preservation, with critics calling it an 'architectural crime' and defenders praising modernisation.

Trump's White House Demolition Plan Revealed

Exclusive details emerge about Donald Trump's alleged plans to demolish and rebuild the White House East Wing, raising questions about presidential powers and historical preservation.

Billionaire's LA mansion faces wrecking ball in £15m deal

A controversial £15 million Los Angeles mansion, once owned by billionaire philanthropist Nicolas Berggruen, faces demolition after new owners purchase the property with plans to build a modern family home on the exclusive Bird Streets site.

Trump's White House Demolition Plan Targets East Wing

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly planning a radical overhaul of the White House if re-elected, with the East Wing facing potential demolition in a bold reconstruction scheme that has raised eyebrows among historians and political observers.

Messi's £10m Ibiza villa faces demolition

Football legend Lionel Messi's luxury Ibiza villa could be demolished after authorities ruled the stunning property was built illegally without proper planning permission.

Ben Smith appointed Newcastle Building Society CEO

Newcastle Building Society announces Ben Smith as incoming Chief Executive, bringing extensive financial services experience to lead the mutual's next chapter of growth and member-focused strategy.

Marilyn Monroe's Home Saved from Demolition

The iconic Brentwood residence where Marilyn Monroe spent her final months has been officially saved from destruction, following a decisive vote by the Los Angeles City Council to designate it as a historic cultural monument.

WWII Cockleshell Heroes training pool faces demolition

Fury erupts over plans to demolish the secret training pool used by Britain's legendary Cockleshell Heroes before their daring WWII raid, with historians and locals fighting to preserve this crucial piece of military heritage.

Madrid Building Collapse Injures Three

Emergency services rushed to central Madrid after a multi-storey building partially collapsed, leaving three people with minor injuries. Latest updates on the structural failure investigation.

Manly Waterworks BMX Bandits site faces demolition

Sydney's legendary Manly Waterworks reservoir, famous for its concrete waves and starring role in cult classic 'BMX Bandits', is set for permanent closure and demolition, sparking community outcry and nostalgia.

Bronx Building Collapse: Rescue Operation Underway

A partial building collapse in New York's Bronx district has triggered a massive emergency response as rescue teams search for survivors amidst the rubble. Multiple injuries reported as residents describe chaos and devastation.

San Siro Demolition: Milan's Iconic Stadium Replacement

Milan's legendary San Siro stadium, home to football giants AC Milan and Inter, is set for demolition to make way for a state-of-the-art 70,000-seat arena, marking the end of an era for Italian football heritage.

Highgate Vampire Church Faces Demolition in London

The North London church linked to the infamous 1970s 'Highgate Vampire' hysteria is slated for demolition to make way for modern flats, sparking local debate about preserving dark tourism heritage.

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