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SNCF fined €1,000 after train noise distresses cat

France's state-owned railway company, SNCF, has been ordered to pay a €1,000 fine after a court ruled the noise from its trains in Brittany was unacceptable, following a unique complaint centred on a resident's distressed cat.

British woman fined £1700 in France for her cat's miaows

A British woman living in France has been ordered to pay a staggering £1,700 fine after a court ruled her cat's miaows were a 'repeated nuisance' to neighbours. The bizarre legal battle highlights extreme noise nuisance laws on the continent.

Best Wireless Headphones UK 2024 Revealed

Cut through the noise with our definitive expert review. We've tested all the top models to crown the best wireless headphones for sound, comfort, and value in the UK market.

Sadiq Khan mulls fines for loud headphones on Tube

Mayor Sadiq Khan is exploring new measures to tackle noise pollution on the London Underground, including potential fines for passengers playing music loudly through headphones, sparking a debate on public transport etiquette.

US Open players revolt over 'unplayable' noise levels

Professional tennis stars are in open revolt over the disruptive and chaotic noise levels at the 2024 US Open, with many branding the famed Flushing Meadows atmosphere as 'unplayable' and a threat to the sport's integrity.

Bollywood Wedding Venue Sparks 9-Year Neighbour Feud

Exclusive: A nine-year neighbourhood war has erupted in an English village as residents claim a Bollywood-style wedding venue is terrorising the community with all-night parties, revving supercars, and deafening drums, leaving locals sleep-deprived and pe

UK's Most Bizarre House: Toilet Throne Room & Alien Pods

A four-bedroom detached house in the UK has become an online sensation due to its utterly bizarre interior, featuring a 'throne room' toilet, alien-inspired pods, and a complete lack of a traditional kitchen. The unique property is on the market for £500,

Linda May Han Oh's 'Strange Heavens': A Jazz Triumph

Bassist and composer Linda May Han Oh unveils her visionary new album, 'Strange Heavens', a profound collaboration with jazz titans Ambrose Akinmusire and Tyshawn Sorey. Our review explores this landmark of contemporary jazz.

Woman stunned by mysterious garden find!

A woman was left utterly shocked after uncovering a bizarre object buried in her garden. The discovery has left experts baffled and locals intrigued.

Lakemba Mosque loudspeaker proposal divides locals

A proposal to amplify calls to prayer from Lakemba Mosque via loudspeakers has ignited a heated debate between local residents and religious leaders over noise levels and cultural tolerance.

Noise cameras target loud cars with £100 fines

High-tech roadside cameras are being rolled out across the UK to catch drivers with excessively loud vehicles, with fines of up to £100. The crackdown aims to reduce noise pollution in urban areas.

Neighbour's 6am habit divides street

A quiet neighbourhood is divided after one resident's early morning routine causes a stir. Find out why this 6am habit has everyone talking.

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