Urban Trail Racing in Nîmes' Ancient Roman Arena
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British expats transform tiny French village
How a picturesque French village with just 800 residents became an unlikely British haven, with UK expats transforming its abandoned properties and breathing new life into the community.
Iron Ladies: Women of the Miners' Strike
A powerful new documentary reveals how women became the backbone of the 1984-85 miners' strike, transforming from homemakers to formidable activists in Britain's most bitter industrial dispute.
London Tube Strike Causes Major Travel Chaos
Commuters face travel chaos as RMT union members stage 24-hour London Underground strike over working conditions and safety concerns, shutting down key tube lines.
NHS staff vote to strike over institutional racism
Thousands of NHS workers across England have overwhelmingly voted for strike action, citing deep-rooted institutional racism and significant pay disparities affecting ethnic minority staff.
Italy general strike demands Gaza ceasefire
Rome and cities across Italy stand still in unprecedented national strike called by major unions protesting Israel's military actions in Gaza, with transport and schools disrupted nationwide.
Italy general strike over Gaza and workers' rights
Major Italian cities face widespread disruption as unions stage 24-hour general strike protesting Israel's military action in Gaza while demanding better domestic employment conditions.
Italy strike chaos: Greta Thunberg joins Palestine protests
Mass demonstrations and transport strikes across Italy cause widespread disruption as activists including Greta Thunberg rally in solidarity with Gaza flotilla, creating travel misery for thousands.
France paralysed by mass strikes over economic reforms
France faces widespread disruption as transport, education and public services grind to a halt amid union-led protests against the new prime minister's economic agenda, testing President Macron's government.
Greece strike: Nation halts over 13-hour work day
Greece faces complete paralysis as workers stage a 24-hour general strike against controversial labour reforms extending the work day to 13 hours, shutting down transport, schools and public services.
Manchester Airport strike causes travel chaos
Manchester Airport faces severe disruption as 300 security and terminal staff launch strike action, demanding better pay and conditions during peak travel season.
Greece hit by major general strike disrupting transport and services
Mass walkouts across Greece disrupt transport, close schools and public services in major protest against working conditions and new employment legislation.
Lindsey Oil Refinery strike threat over 120 job cuts
Britain's energy sector faces major disruption as Unite the Union announces strike ballot at Lindsey Oil Refinery following TotalEnergies' plans to slash 120 jobs, threatening widespread industrial action.
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.
France Travel Alert: Medical Insurance Crucial During Strikes
British travellers heading to France face significant disruptions as widespread strikes hit transport and healthcare services. Discover why comprehensive medical insurance is now more crucial than ever.
Labour unveils pay boost and reform for England's care sector
The Labour government announces transformative plans to tackle England's care crisis with significant pay increases and a new national negotiating body, marking the biggest reform in decades.
Private sector jobs surge past pre-pandemic peak
Exclusive analysis of ONS figures shows a dramatic jobs market reversal, with private sector employment hitting a record high as the public sector workforce contracts for the ninth consecutive quarter.
Lightning Strike Kills Elk Hunters in Colorado Rockies
A devastating lightning strike in a remote Colorado mountain range has killed two elk hunters and injured another, prompting a major rescue operation and highlighting the dangers of high-altitude weather.
France Flood Crisis: Roads Become Rivers in Severe Weather Onslaught
Southern France faces a severe weather crisis as torrential rain triggers catastrophic flooding, turning roads into raging rivers, stranding motorists, and prompting major rescue operations across Gard and Nîmes.
Brussels & Berlin Airport Strikes Threaten Summer Travel Chaos
Travellers flying from Brussels and Berlin airports are bracing for severe disruption as security staff announce a 24-hour strike over pay and conditions, set to cause widespread flight cancellations and delays.
Edinburgh Airport staff to strike in July over pay
Unite the Union confirms over 250 workers at Edinburgh Airport will walk out in July in a major dispute over pay, threatening significant disruption for summer holiday travellers.
Stansted Airport Border Force staff announce summer strike
Travellers face severe disruption and lengthy delays as Border Force officers at London Stansted Airport plan a four-day walkout in a dispute over working conditions and passenger safety.
France paralysed by mass strikes over austerity budget
Hundreds of thousands of workers bring France to a standstill in a massive day of strikes and demonstrations, demanding Prime Minister Gabriel Attal scraps deep public spending cuts.
France braces for massive general strike over pension age
France faces major disruption as unions call a massive general strike on 7th March. Schools, transport, and public services set to halt in protest against President Macron's controversial pension age rise to 64.
France braces for nationwide general strike this Thursday
France faces major disruption as public sector unions call a general strike on Thursday 13th February, protesting against austerity measures and demanding better pay and conditions.
Paris Transport Chaos as Strikes Hit Macron's Reforms
France faces major travel disruption as unions launch a surprise strike against President Macron's contested reforms, bringing Parisian transport to a standstill.
Emmy Awards Postponed to 2024 Amid Hollywood Strikes
The 75th Primetime Emmy Awards face a significant delay into 2024 due to ongoing Hollywood strikes, disrupting the traditional autumn calendar for the prestigious television ceremony.
Colbert's Emmy Plea: Hollywood Must Rehire Staff
Late-night host Stephen Colbert issues a stark warning to Hollywood studios at the 2024 Emmys, demanding they rehire striking production staff before next year's ceremony or face a potential boycott from industry stars.
RMT mocks stranded London commuters from Majorca beach
The RMT union faces a massive backlash after posting a 'cheeky' holiday photo from Majorca, taunting London Underground travellers hit by a crippling 24-hour strike that brought the capital to a standstill.
London Grinds to Halt in Major Tube Strike Over Pay
Commuters face travel misery as London Underground drivers, led by union barons, stage a massive strike demanding a pay rise, crippling the capital's transport network.
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