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Council taxpayers face £1.2bn wall repair bill

Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils are grappling with a £1.2 billion repair backlog for boundary walls and fences, with taxpayers set to foot the bill for decades of neglect and storm damage.

Luxury Alps Train with Free-Flowing Champagne & Fine Dining

Discover the ultimate luxury rail journey through the Swiss and Austrian Alps. This opulent train offers unlimited champagne, gourmet dining, and breathtaking panoramic views for an unforgettable, all-inclusive experience.

Inside The Biebers' £1,500-A-Night Swiss Spa Retreat

An exclusive insider's review of the ultra-luxurious Le Grand Bellevue in Gstaad, the same Swiss retreat where the A-list couple were recently spotted. Discover the reality behind the glamour, from the breathtaking Alpine views to the sobering price tag o

42 UK Areas Face Maximum Council Tax Hike - Full List

Exclusive analysis reveals the 42 local authorities in England set to impose the maximum allowed Council Tax increase this April, as the cost of living squeeze intensifies for millions of households.

Kirsty Bertarelli's partner suffers stroke in Switzerland

Kirsty Bertarelli, Britain's wealthiest divorcee, faces a personal crisis as her partner, Argentinian financier Fabio Boglione, is hospitalised in Switzerland following a severe stroke. The former Miss UK maintains a vigil at his bedside.

Beta Blockers More Effective for Women, Study Finds

Groundbreaking research from Switzerland uncovers a significant gender gap in beta blocker effectiveness, finding women experience a far greater reduction in mortality following a heart attack than men.

Mother's Final Texts Before Family Euthanasia Pact Revealed

Exclusive: The haunting final messages from a British mother who travelled to a Swiss euthanasia clinic with her husband and daughter have been uncovered, exposing the profound despair that led to their tragic family pact.

Epping Residents Vow Council Tax Strike Over Service Cuts

Outraged homeowners in Essex declare a council tax revolt, threatening to withhold payments in protest against deteriorating local services and soaring bills. The grassroots movement gains momentum as community frustration reaches boiling point.

Singapore censors US comedian's Palestine jokes

Exclusive: American comedian Sammy Obeid's show in Singapore was shut down by authorities for jokes about Palestine, sparking a fierce debate on censorship and free speech in the city-state.

Champions League Draw: Glamorous But Irrelevant?

The blockbuster Champions League group stage draw delivers glamour ties and drama, but has the new 'Swiss model' format rendered traditional narratives irrelevant? Our in-depth analysis.

Champions League 2025-26 Draw: New Format, Fixtures Revealed

The 2025-26 Champions League draw is complete, revealing a revolutionary 'Swiss model' league phase. Discover the blockbuster fixtures awaiting Manchester City, Arsenal, and other Premier League contenders in the most radical overhaul of European football

UK Councils' £122bn Debt Crisis Forces Public Asset Fire Sale

Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's local authorities are drowning in unprecedented debt, with councils forced to sell schools, care homes, and sports facilities to stay afloat. The staggering £122bn debt pile equates to £1,700 for every person in t

UK Asylum Map Reveals Stark Postcode Lottery

Exclusive analysis of Home Office data exposes the stark geographic disparities in asylum seeker dispersal across the UK, with some local authorities supporting hundreds while others take none.

Putin Ready for Ukraine Talks, Dismisses Swiss Summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared his readiness for negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, but has emphatically rejected the upcoming Swiss peace summit, labelling it a Western diversion. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov echoes the hardline sta

Hero guide dog saves owner in yacht sinking drama

A Swiss man and his loyal guide dog narrowly escaped tragedy after their yacht sank off the coast of South Africa. Their rescue was delayed for days due to a bureaucratic standoff over the dog's paperwork, sparking international outrage.

UK Asylum Seeker Numbers Mapped in New Data

Newly released data exposes the stark geographic disparities in asylum seeker dispersal across the UK, with Home Office figures showing a massive concentration in specific regions, straining local services and igniting a fresh debate on immigration policy

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