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Bengaluru's citizens lead fight to save dying lakes

Faced with a severe water crisis, the tech hub of Bengaluru is witnessing a grassroots revolution. Local residents and conservationists are taking lake restoration into their own hands, battling pollution and bureaucracy to secure the city's future.

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.

National Trust in flag fury after removing Union Jack

The National Trust has ignited a fierce debate after contractors were seen removing the large Union Flag from the Bantham Ham stone tower in Devon. The move, done without prior consultation, has been branded an 'act of cultural vandalism' by critics and l

Big Ben's Bongs Return After Five-Year Restoration

The famous chimes of Big Ben have triumphantly returned to the London skyline following an extensive five-year conservation project. The Elizabeth Tower's iconic bell marks a new era with its restored voice.

London's Japanese Garden House Up for Top Architecture Prize

A breathtaking London home, featuring an exquisite Japanese garden and a unique architectural design centred around the restoration of Big Ben, has been shortlisted for the UK's top architecture award, the Riba Stirling Prize.

Repair Shop's Most Emotional Fix Leaves Crew in Tears

An exclusive look inside the BBC's beloved 'The Repair Shop' reveals the incredibly moving story of a cherished toy's restoration, a process so powerful it moved the entire family and filming crew to tears, showcasing the show's profound emotional impact.

Tourist Vandalises Rome's Historic Trevi Fountain

Italian police are hunting a tourist captured on video defacing Rome's iconic Trevi Fountain with a rock. The brazen act of vandalism on the 18th-century Baroque masterpiece has sparked outrage and a criminal investigation.

Meet The Repair Shop's Master Restoration Experts

Discover the talented experts behind BBC One's heartwarming hit The Repair Shop. Learn about the master restorers who breathe new life into cherished treasures and the stories they uncover.

Godard's Lost Debut Film Restored in 4K

A landmark discovery in cinema history: Jean-Luc Godard's debut documentary, 'Opération Béton', has been meticulously restored in 4K and will premiere at the Locarno Film Festival, offering a new perspective on the legendary director's origins.

Wales-China Green Pact to Combat Desertification

In a landmark environmental collaboration, Wales signs a historic agreement with China to share expertise in revitalising the Yellow River basin and combating the Gobi Desert's expansion, marking a new chapter in UK-China relations.

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