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Man City worker fired for wearing Man United shirt

A construction worker at Manchester City's £300m Etihad Stadium expansion was sent home after being photographed wearing a rival Manchester United shirt on site, causing a major stir among fans.

British Men Killed in Kangaroo Island Car Crash

Two British men have tragically lost their lives following a single-vehicle crash on South Australia's Kangaroo Island. The fatal incident occurred on the Playford Highway, casting a shadow over the popular tourist destination.

Perth Property Giant Collapses Owing Millions

Perth-based construction firm Tingey Development Group has entered administration, collapsing with massive debts. The shock failure leaves a trail of creditors and unfinished projects across the city.

Albanese faces Pacific backlash over Woodside gas decision

Australian PM Anthony Albanese confronts mounting pressure from Pacific leaders over the controversial Woodside North West Shelf extension, overshadowing the Pacific Islands Forum in the Cook Islands. The decision tests Australia's climate commitments and

Reeves Declares War on Housebuilding Blockers

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a sweeping pro-growth agenda, vowing to force through major housing projects and reinstate mandatory local building targets to boost the UK economy.

UK Couple's Honest Verdict on Life in Australia

A British couple reveals the incredible highs and surprising lows of swapping their life in the UK for a new start in Australia, sharing their honest journey and the one thing they desperately miss.

Barcelona's Camp Nou Return Delayed by Permit Issue

Barcelona's long-awaited return to the Camp Nou has been postponed due to permit issues, forcing the club to host Valencia at the Olympic Stadium. The setback deals a blow to the club's financial and emotional plans.

UK Housebuilding Plummets to Post-War Low, Councils Warn

New data reveals a catastrophic decline in UK housebuilding, with construction starts falling to levels not seen since the 1940s. Councils warn of a deepening housing crisis as government targets are missed by a staggering margin.

Obama Centre's Soaring Costs and Design Fury

The construction of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago's Jackson Park faces massive budget overruns, now estimated at £700 million, and is slammed by critics as a potential 'eyesore' that disrespects its historic surroundings.

Pennsylvania Town Sues Realty Firm Over Pothole Crisis

The tiny borough of Seven Fields, Pennsylvania, has launched a landmark legal battle against real estate behemoth Howard Hanna, alleging its construction vehicles have turned community roads into an 'obstacle course' of destructive potholes. Residents dem

Residents' Fury Over 'Monstrous' 15-Hour Construction Noise

Furious residents in a UK neighbourhood are plagued by deafening, near-constant construction noise from a new housing development, with work permitted from 8am to 11pm daily. Locals describe the unbearable disruption as a 'living nightmare'.

North Korea Loses 2,000 Troops in Flood Catastrophe

Exclusive report reveals a catastrophic incident in North Korea where thousands of young troops perished during a rushed infrastructure project ordered by Kim Jong-un, highlighting the regime's brutal disregard for human life.

Crane Operator Job Ad Offering £3,000/Week Goes Viral

A job advertisement for a crane operator in Australia offering a staggering $6,000 AUD (£3,100) per week has gone viral, sparking a fierce debate about skilled labour shortages, wage inflation, and the cost of living crisis.

Albanese Defies Protests, Won't Cut Immigration

The Australian government confirms it will not slash record-high immigration levels, a move that directly contradicts the demands of nationwide protests over the housing and cost-of-living crisis.

Indian Minister's 'Buy Australian Homes' Remark Sparks Fury

Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal faces backlash after suggesting wealthy Indians could purchase Australian properties to ease pressure on the local housing market, a comment labelled 'tone-deaf' during a severe affordability crisis.

Barefoot Investor's Road Trip Reveals Australia's Harsh Truth

Financial guru Scott Pape, the Barefoot Investor, shares the profound and unsettling truth he uncovered about modern Australia during an epic 40-day road trip with his children. His raw account reveals a nation grappling with a hidden crisis that will cha

SFO Drops Fraud Probe Into Construction Giant Hanson

The Serious Fraud Office has abruptly closed its criminal investigation into Hanson, one of the UK's largest construction material suppliers, without bringing any charges. The probe, which examined suspected bribery and corruption, has been shut down afte

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