Hollywood's repetitive landmark destruction in movies
From the Statue of Liberty to Big Ben, Hollywood keeps blowing up the same landmarks. We explore why filmmakers need fresh targets for cinematic destruction. Read more.
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Why Hollywood Keeps Destroying the Same Landmarks
From the Statue of Liberty to Big Ben, Hollywood's disaster movies repeatedly target the same icons. As 'Greenland 2' joins the list, we ask: isn't it time for more creative destruction?
Major Fire Destroys Luxury Yachts in Sydney Marina
A fierce blaze ripped through a Sydney marina, destroying several multi-million pound luxury yachts. Dramatic footage shows the scale of the devastation. Read the full report.
Violence and Displacement Behind Mexico's Avocado Trade
An Indigenous defender reveals the human and environmental cost of Michoacán's avocado boom: land theft, dried lakes, and deadly threats. Read her urgent call for international awareness.
Violence and Land Theft Behind UK's Avocado Imports
The UK's appetite for avocados fuels environmental destruction and violence against Indigenous communities in Mexico. Discover the true cost of your supermarket fruit.
US Raid in Venezuela Kills 40, Captures President Maduro
A US military operation in Venezuela resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, civilian casualties, and widespread destruction. See the shocking aftermath and political fallout.
NHS Tayside chief blames staff for destroying Eljamel evidence
NHS Tayside's chief executive has blamed junior staff for shredding vital theatre logbooks linked to rogue surgeon Sam Eljamel, despite a 'Do Not Destroy' order. Read the full investigation.
Historic Ariana Cinema in Kabul Torn Down
Kabul's iconic Ariana Cinema, a cultural landmark since 1963, has been demolished to make way for a shopping centre under Taliban rule. Explore the history and loss felt across Afghanistan and beyond.
$56.8m Restoration for Iconic Men in Black Pavilion
A decaying NYC landmark featured in 'Men in Black' is set for a $56.8 million restoration. Discover the plan to save this 1964 World Fair relic and its future as a tourist hotspot.
Gaza families rebuild lives in ruins post-ceasefire
Palestinian families like the Halawas attempt to reconstruct homes in Gaza's rubble. A US-brokered truce offers respite, but rebuilding remains a distant hope. See their struggle.
'Galaxy Frogs' Feared Killed by Photographers
Critically endangered 'galaxy frogs' have vanished after photographers reportedly destroyed their habitat in India's Western Ghats. Conservationists condemn the irresponsible actions.
15 hurt in San Francisco cable car incident
More than a dozen people were injured when a historic San Francisco cable car stopped suddenly. Read the latest on the investigation and safety review.
Trump classifies fentanyl as a WMD amid military strikes
President Trump signs an executive order classifying fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, linking it to a major military buildup and strikes in the Caribbean. Read the full analysis.
Trump declares fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction
President Trump signs an executive order designating the opioid fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, escalating rhetoric against Venezuela. Read the full analysis.
Firefighter Dies, 40 Homes Lost in Australia Wildfires
A firefighter has been killed and around 40 homes destroyed by wildfires raging in New South Wales and Tasmania. Get the latest on the devastating blazes.
Florida man arrested over hoax 'weapon of mass destruction'
A routine traffic stop in Davenport, Florida, escalated dramatically after a driver claimed to have a 'dirty bomb'. Police found an arsenal of weapons and a harmless soil-testing device. Read the full story.
Man arrested for 'hoax WMD' after bomb scare in Florida
A Florida man's claim of a 'dirty bomb' during a traffic stop sparked a major emergency response. Police found weapons and a soil-testing device, leading to serious charges. Read the full story.
Mandy Moore loses home to California wildfires
Actress Mandy Moore reflects on losing her California home to devastating wildfires while expressing profound gratitude for family and mother-in-law's support. Read her inspiring story.
XL Bully owner avoids jail after hijab attack
A mother's hijab was ripped off by an XL Bully in Wrexham while her children watched. The dog's owner receives suspended sentence as court orders destruction.
Famed Stahl House in LA for sale for $25m
The legendary Stahl House, a midcentury modern icon in Hollywood Hills, is on the market for the first time. This architectural gem, famous for its breathtaking city views, seeks a new custodian.
Washington Cathedral: A Nation's Story in Stone
Explore how Washington National Cathedral's funerals, from presidents to pioneers, narrate the American story. Discover the hallowed ground where history and heritage converge.
Demonic 'Wind in the Willows' Jumper Banned from Abbey
Westminster Abbey bans visitor wearing 'demonic' Mr Toad jumper after complaints. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between modern expression and traditional spaces.
Engineer destroys Native American burial site
A Massachusetts engineer faces criminal charges after allegedly bulldozing a protected Native American burial ground to create a 'meditation area' on his $2 million property, destroying priceless archaeological heritage.
Supreme Court rules against transgender passport rights
In a controversial 6-3 ruling, America's highest court has upheld the Trump administration's policy requiring biological sex designation on passports, sparking outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates.
Earth's Final Countdown: Sun to Swallow Planet
Groundbreaking astronomical research reveals the precise timeline of Earth's ultimate destruction as our expanding sun engulfs the inner solar system in a spectacular cosmic finale.
North Korea escalates nuclear programme amid rising tensions
Exclusive analysis reveals North Korea's intensified nuclear weapons development as Kim Jong Un orders heightened readiness, raising alarm bells across the international community.
Woman loses 'Karen' discrimination lawsuit against theme park
A New Jersey woman's discrimination lawsuit against a theme park, where she claimed staff called her 'Karen', has been dismissed by a US federal judge in a precedent-setting case.
Colorado beavers destroy hundreds of trees in park crisis
A shocking environmental crisis unfolds in Colorado as beavers systematically destroy hundreds of trees in popular Beaver Creek Park, leaving officials scrambling for solutions to control the ecological imbalance.
Israeli official suspended over 'erase Gaza' video comments
Deputy Mayor Yifat Tomer Yerushalmi faces suspension after viral video shows her calling for Gaza's destruction amid ongoing conflict, drawing condemnation from Israeli authorities.
UK destroys edible food while Gaza starves
Shocking investigation reveals UK supermarkets and suppliers are dumping thousands of tonnes of food that could feed starving Palestinians, as government red tape blocks life-saving aid shipments.
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