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Sellafield nuclear site faces major job cuts, union warns
Exclusive: Hundreds of jobs at the Sellafield nuclear facility are at risk as management proposes sweeping cuts, sparking fierce opposition from the Unite union and fears for the local economy.
Illegal Traveller encampment invades Surrey's 'Millionaires' Village'
Residents of affluent Windlesham, Surrey, are in a standoff with an illegal Traveller site. Local authorities have begun legal action after caravans occupied a local field, prompting serious safety and environmental concerns.
Fury over 'eco' Traveller site in protected Chilterns
Plans for a permanent 'eco-friendly' Gypsy and Traveller site in the protected Chilterns AONB have sparked local outrage and fears of Green Belt concreting, despite promises of sustainability.
Indigenous Star Slams Influencers For Illegal Uluru Climb
Indigenous actress Elaine Crombie condemns social media influencers for illegally climbing Uluru, branding the act a profound disrespect to Aboriginal culture and sacred law.
The Block's Keith Schleiger Blasts 'Disrespectful' Tradies
The Block's foreman Keith Schleiger erupts at tradesmen for a 'disrespectful' and unprofessional site, exposing the behind-the-scenes chaos on the hit renovation show.
Boring Company Worker Crushed in Las Vegas Tunnel Accident
A serious industrial accident at Elon Musk's Las Vegas Boring Company site has left a worker with severe injuries, raising major safety concerns and triggering a formal investigation.
Egypt's Sacred Pyramids Under Threat from Mega-Resort Development
Plans for a sprawling mega-resort near the Giza Plateau have ignited international fury, with experts warning the project could irreparably damage Egypt's most sacred ancient monuments. Discover why archaeologists are demanding immediate action.
Cashrewards Shuts Down: Urgent Warning for Australians
Cashrewards, a major Australian cashback platform, has abruptly ceased operations. Customers are urgently advised to withdraw their funds as the company enters administration, sparking concerns over unpaid cashback and member balances.
Two men die in freak glass accident at football club
A devastating incident at Bedworth United FC's car park has claimed the lives of two local men after a large glass panel fell on them. Emergency services responded, but both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.
Dambusters HQ RAF Scampton to House Asylum Seekers
The historic home of the WWII Dambusters squadron, RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire, is set to be converted into accommodation for 2,000 asylum seekers, sparking outrage from local councils and heritage groups.
Two killed in glass accident at Hitchin Town FC car park
A community is in mourning after a devastating accident in the car park of Hitchin Town FC claimed the lives of two local men. The incident, involving shattered glass, is under investigation by police.
Council loses Supreme Court fight over Traveller site
The Supreme Court has rejected Epping Forest District Council's final appeal to evict travellers from a site in Essex, ending a costly 10-year legal battle and setting a significant precedent for planning enforcement.
Toddler killed by car on beach walk with parents
A two-year-old boy was killed instantly while walking home from a UK beach with his parents after a driver lost control of their car, a coroner's inquest has been told. The devastating incident highlights urgent road safety concerns.
Taxpayer-Funded Traveller Site Buried in Rubbish
Exclusive photos expose a taxpayer-funded traveller site in Essex transformed into a wasteland of fly-tipped rubbish, abandoned vehicles, and environmental hazards, sparking local fury and a council investigation.
Ancient Peruvian Necropolis with 1,000-Year-Old Graves Unearthed
Archaeologists in Peru have made a stunning discovery, unearthing a vast ancient burial site with over 1,000-year-old human remains that could rewrite the history of the pre-Inca Ychsma culture.
Parents' tribute to 'blue-eyed boy' after playground tragedy
The parents of a 12-year-old boy pay heartbreaking tribute after a tragic incident involving an e-bike at a playground roundabout in Haverhill, Suffolk, according to local reports.
Meloni Targets Website Over Doctored Deepfake Porn Images
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expresses outrage and takes legal action after discovering doctored, explicit images of herself and other prominent female figures on a notorious pornographic website.
Tourist pours beer on sacred Mayan statue, arrested
A tourist's act of vandalism, pouring beer over a 1,500-year-old Mayan statue at the Chichen Itza archaeological site, has sparked fury and led to his swift arrest by Mexican authorities.
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.
Turkish police seize historic Byzantine palace in Istanbul
Istanbul authorities have taken control of the iconic Boukoleon Palace, a 1,500-year-old Byzantine landmark, sparking outrage from heritage groups and raising diplomatic tensions over Turkey's cultural stewardship.
5,500-Year-Old Neolithic Tomb Unearthed on Scottish Island
Archaeologists have made a breathtaking find on the Scottish Isle of Arran, unearthing a perfectly preserved Neolithic tomb dating back an astonishing 5,500 years. The ancient burial site, hidden for millennia, offers an unprecedented window into Scotland
Denver Skyscraper Declared 'Structurally Unsafe' in Lawsuit
A landmark Denver skyscraper has been declared 'structurally unsafe' and evacuated after a botched renovation, reveals a multi-million dollar lawsuit against contractor Upton Brothers.
Uluru Tourists Face £53k Fines Under New Climbing Ban Rules
Visitors to Australia's iconic Uluru are being warned that climbing the sacred monolith is strictly prohibited, with new signs outlining potential fines exceeding £50,000 for those who break the rules.
Teen's JCB rampage destroys new-build homes in £2.5m spree
A 19-year-old man has been arrested after a 'mindless' JCB demolition spree destroyed multiple new-build homes in Shropshire, causing an estimated £2.5 million in damages and leaving a trail of devastation.
Matildas Star's Cousin Rejected from Mining Job
Exclusive: Matildas star Sam Kerr's cousin, Daniel Kerr, speaks out after being rejected from a FIFO mining job, alleging a toxic workplace culture where discriminatory language about it being a 'blokes' site' cost him the role. A major loss for diversity
Four killed in German crash involving UK-registered car
Tragedy strikes on a German motorway as a UK-registered car careers off the road, resulting in four fatalities. The horrific incident near Münster is under investigation by German authorities.
Toddler's Arm Severed in Shopping Mall Escalator Horror
A two-year-old boy is fighting for his life after his arm was completely severed in a devastating escalator accident at a shopping centre in Vietnam. The incident has sparked urgent safety warnings for parents worldwide.
Human Remains Unearthed at Westminster Construction Site
Construction workers in central London made a grim discovery after uncovering suspected human bones during excavation work at a site in Westminster. Police have launched an investigation.