WTC Lit Green for Muslim Heritage Month Sparks Row
Governor Kathy Hochul orders 16 landmarks, including the Freedom Tower, illuminated in green for Muslim American Heritage Month, drawing both praise and fierce criticism.
Governor Kathy Hochul orders 16 landmarks, including the Freedom Tower, illuminated in green for Muslim American Heritage Month, drawing both praise and fierce criticism.
2025 was the deadliest year on record for journalists globally, with assaults in the US soaring. Explore the data and the fightback. Read the full analysis.
The Alliance Defending Freedom, a US conservative legal group, has increased its global spending by 70%, targeting the UK and Europe with its campaigns on religious freedom, abortion, and LGBTQ+ rights. Discover the impact.
Donald Trump's proposed 47-storey presidential library in Miami, funded by $50m in donations, could feature a controversial 'fake news wing'. Explore the plans and the opposition.
Nigel Farage's alliance with US group ADF, which helped overturn Roe v. Wade, poses a serious threat to reproductive freedoms in Britain. Learn why this matters.
Journalists face unprecedented threats from Gaza to America. This erosion of press freedom could happen anywhere. Learn why we must defend media liberty now.
Two 15-year-olds challenge Australia's social media ban for under-16s, claiming it violates their constitutional right to political communication. Read the full story.
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman celebrated their final Strictly Blackpool special with tequila shots and alumni returns. Read about their emotional exit and the show's highlights.
Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas reveals she 'couldn't breathe' after choking on a fishbone minutes before the Blackpool live show. Her hairstylist performed the Heimlich manoeuvre, saving the day. Read her terrifying account.
Strictly Come Dancing's Blackpool special saw alumni Danny Mac, Ashley Roberts, Layton Williams, and Jay McGuines dazzle with a show-stopping opening number. Fans were left in awe of Mac's return and physique.
Tower Hamlets mourns Abu Zafar, the Bangladeshi-British community leader who transformed lives through decades of activism. Discover his remarkable journey.
Four Strictly Come Dancing finalists return for Blackpool Tower Ballroom special after La Voix's injury withdrawal cancels elimination. Ashley Roberts, Danny Mac, Layton Williams and Jay McGuiness reunite.
TV architect George Clarke and Grenfell United demand public boycott of Arconic, Kingspan and Celotex after inquiry found 'systematic dishonesty'. Join the moral stand.
Four legendary Strictly Come Dancing finalists return to the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom for a dazzling reunion performance. Don't miss Sunday's special show!
Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood opens up about his 'Mr Nasty' persona, his love for villains on stage, and his journey from Australia to BBC stardom. Read his revelations.
The Wanted's Jay McGuiness opens up about his pre-show anxiety as he returns to the Strictly dancefloor at the Tower Ballroom after a decade. Discover his emotional comeback and expert advice for this year's contestants.
Join our live coverage of Strictly Come Dancing's spectacular Blackpool special. Get scores, analysis and reaction as the couples compete in the iconic Tower Ballroom.
Karen Carney opens up about her inspiring Strictly Come Dancing partnership with Carlos Gu and overcoming a spinal condition. Discover their emotional journey on the BBC show.
A stunning seven-storey home carved from a former Cardiff church tower is on sale for nearly £800,000. Discover one of the UK's most unique property conversions.
Vicky Pattison reveals she knew her Strictly Come Dancing departure was imminent in emotional interview. Fans brand exit 'worst ever' as she misses Blackpool week.
Marion Cotillard captivates in Lucile Hadžihalilović's eerie 'The Ice Tower', a death-wish fairytale of obsession. Read our full review of this Berlin film festival entry, in UK cinemas 21 November.
A landmark 16-floor skyscraper in Zagreb was almost entirely destroyed by a massive blaze. No casualties were reported. Read the full report on the devastating fire.
Shoppers hail Dunelm's TOWER Cordless Window Vacuum for eliminating condensation and simplifying winter cleaning. This £30 device delivers spotless results on multiple surfaces.
An East London mosque has reversed its ban on women and girls over 12 from a charity run after an investigation deemed it 'unlawful'. Read the full story on the equality victory.
Strictly Come Dancing judges praised Amber Davies's 'thrilling' paso doble, scoring 38 points. The performance sets the stage for the Blackpool Tower special. Read the full story.
A four-storey water tower in Yorkshire is on the market for £200,000, but online commentators are predicting it could fall victim to the infamous 'Grand Designs curse'. Discover the potential and the pitfalls.
A 16-year-old boy has died after falling from a Utah utility tower, echoing a similar tragedy from 2007. Community demands safety review. Read the full report.
Communities Secretary Steve Reed calls emergency meeting over Tower Hamlets governance as councillors seek election in Bangladesh. Read the latest developments.
ITV is reportedly in advanced discussions to sell a significant stake in its legendary London headquarters, the Grade II listed ITV Tower, as part of a major property strategy shift that could reshape Britain's media landscape.
London's iconic Big Ben will cease its regular chimes for several months as essential conservation work begins on the Elizabeth Tower, marking the most significant maintenance project in decades.