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Rare 1932 Harry Beck Tube Map Draft for Auction

A historic 1932 draft of Harry Beck's revolutionary London Underground map, featuring handwritten notes, is set to be auctioned by Christie's for an estimated £100,000. Discover the story behind this iconic design.

Tube strikes cancelled after RMT pay deal agreement

London Underground workers have accepted a groundbreaking pay deal, ending threat of further Tube strikes. The RMT union's agreement brings 5% pay rise and includes major concessions on working conditions.

Climbers defy Victoria's Indigenous site ban

Rock climbing enthusiasts in Victoria are openly challenging new restrictions at culturally significant Indigenous sites, igniting a fierce debate between heritage conservation and recreational access.

Historic Windmill Luxury Conversion Sparks Outrage

Plans to transform a 19th-century Sussex windmill into a luxury residence spark local outrage and heritage concerns as conservationists battle developers over preserving Britain's architectural history.

London's Historic Islamic Bookshop Faces Closure

The Islamic Book Centre, London's oldest Islamic bookshop serving the community for 45 years, is at risk of permanent closure due to soaring rent prices and declining sales, sparking a fundraising campaign to save this cultural landmark.

Ghostly apparition caught on camera at heritage site

Mysterious figure captured on CCTV at 800-year-old English Heritage property leaves staff baffled and paranormal investigators intrigued. Unexplained movement detected in historic building's corridor.

UK Churches Face Closure Over Soaring Repair Costs

Hundreds of Britain's cherished churches could shut their doors forever as crippling repair costs and declining congregations create a perfect storm for the nation's religious heritage.

Faulty cable caused Lisbon funicular crash

Official investigation uncovers critical cable failure behind Lisbon's funicular emergency that injured 14 people, raising urgent questions about transport safety protocols.

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