Care pay talks abandoned as sector crisis deepens
Exclusive: The National Joint Council has walked away from negotiations to improve poverty pay for care workers, sparking outrage across the sector as staffing crisis worsens.
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Council charges homeowner £20k in neighbour hedge dispute
A furious homeowner reveals how his local council charged him £20,000 in a bitter boundary dispute over a 16ft hedge, exposing what critics call a 'cash cow' system that profits from neighbour wars.
Eucalyptus: Nature's Answer to Joint Pain Relief
Groundbreaking research reveals eucalyptus's powerful anti-inflammatory properties may offer natural relief for arthritis and chronic pain sufferers, challenging conventional treatments.
Zoe Ball's son battles rare condition causing severe pain
BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball opens up about her son Woody Cook's struggle with a rare medical condition that causes severe joint pain and mobility issues in emotional new interview.
Martin Lewis: Check your council tax band now
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis explains how millions of UK households are missing out on substantial council tax refunds due to simple errors in their property banding.
Sally Gunnell's 5-Minute Daily Mobility Trick
Olympic champion Sally Gunnell reveals her daily mobility routine that fights stiffness and boosts energy, proving you're never too old to move well.
Council bans couple's flower pots over 'fire hazard' fears
A retired couple in Westminster are forbidden from decorating their flower pots after the council branded them a fire risk, sparking a debate about council overreach and common sense.
US Army Black Hawk Helicopter Crashes at JBLM
Two US Army soldiers were injured after a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter crashed during a routine training exercise at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington state. Emergency crews responded to the scene.
Hiker survives 100m fall in NSW national park ordeal
A 39-year-old hiker miraculously survives a 100-metre fall in NSW's treacherous wilderness, enduring two days alone with severe injuries before rescue teams locate him in dramatic operation.
Council orders destruction of memorial sunflower garden for late wife
A Missouri widower's tribute to his late wife, a vibrant sunflower garden, is under threat of destruction by local council officials citing zoning violations, sparking a community outcry.
Yellowstone National Park bear attack kills hiker
A tragic bear attack in Yellowstone National Park claims the life of a hiker. Park officials confirm grizzly involvement as emergency protocols are activated.
Yellowstone Reopens After Wildfire Closure
Yellowstone National Park has reopened its doors after a temporary shutdown caused by a rapidly spreading wildfire. Park officials confirm the blaze is now under control, with emergency services remaining on high alert.
Poet Tours UK Council Estates to Challenge Stereotypes
Discover how poet Karl Knights is challenging perceptions and amplifying the voices of council estate residents through a powerful nationwide poetry tour, funded by the Arts Council.
Mount Rainier National Park Faces Major Water Crisis
A major pipeline rupture has left Mount Rainier National Park without running water, forcing closures and sparking a major conservation alert. Officials scramble for solutions as the peak tourist season approaches.
Council bankrupt over £50m relief road that never existed
Shropshire Council faces financial collapse after investing millions in a relief road project that was never built, with leader revealing devastating impact on local services.
Martin Lewis: 1.7m could claim £5,000 council tax refund
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to millions of UK households who may be overpaying on council tax and could be owed a refund. Check if you're due cash back now.
Middle England Faces £250 Council Tax Bombshell
Households across Middle England are bracing for council tax increases of up to £250 as cash-strapped local authorities seek to plug funding gaps. Discover which regions are hardest hit and why.
Mum fined for disabled parking despite leg in cast
A North Shore mother, Natasha Jansen, speaks out after receiving a shocking £60 fine for using a disabled parking space while her leg was immobilised in a full cast, exposing a critical flaw in council enforcement systems.
AUKUS Submarines Plagued by Critical Vulnerabilities
Exclusive: A damning parliamentary report reveals the $368bn AUKUS submarine programme is plagued by severe technological and workforce risks that could leave Australia's future fleet exposed.
Pensioner's pothole agony: Council denies shattered ankle claim
A 72-year-old man's life is turned upside down after a deep pothole in Westminster leaves him with a shattered ankle. Despite the severity of his injuries, the local council has shockingly rejected his compensation claim, sparking outrage over the state o
Bristol Parents Sue Council Over School Places Chaos
Furious parents in Bristol mount a legal challenge against the council, accusing it of 'catastrophic failure' in school admissions that leaves children without places and families in turmoil.
Beach Hut Owners Declare War on 'Greedy' Council
Outraged beach hut owners in Bournemouth declare war on the local council over plans to sell the land beneath their huts for £450,000, just months after imposing crippling rent increases. The bitter dispute highlights a growing conflict over coastal prope
UK Museums Spent £29m on Storage as Buildings Crumbled
Shocking new data exposes how Britain's cultural institutions are spending millions to store artefacts they can't display, as iconic buildings fall into disrepair and face closure.
Council axes Hollywood actor's ancestral home restoration deal
Rochdale Council terminates its agreement with US actor Michael Massee's foundation, withdrawing support and land for the £40m restoration of his ancestral home, Hopwood Hall, citing a fundamental breakdown in their partnership.
Trump's shock $5bn 'raid' demand on South Korea revealed
Ex-President Donald Trump has reportedly suggested the US should raid South Korean coffers like an 'unfriendly regime' to force payment for joint military exercises, causing alarm in Seoul.
John Lewis condemns National Insurance hike as 'tax on jobs'
Retail giant John Lewis Partnership warns the upcoming National Insurance increase will act as a 'tax on jobs' and hurt both businesses and workers amidst the cost of living crisis.
Council's Two-Pet Limit Sparks Outrage on South Coast
Eurobodalla Shire Council on the NSW South Coast faces a fierce backlash from residents over its controversial new policy that would limit households to a maximum of two dogs or cats, with fears it could tear families apart.
National Gallery's Radical Seurat Show Redefines a Master
A landmark exhibition at London's National Gallery challenges a century of art history, presenting Georges Seurat not as a cold technician but as a radical visionary of harmony and modern life.
Wildfire Threatens California's Ancient Sequoia Trees
A rapidly expanding wildfire, fuelled by powerful winds, is menacing California's iconic Giant Sequoia groves. Firefighters are in a critical battle to protect these ancient natural wonders, some over 3,000 years old, from catastrophic damage.
Knee Clicking & Pain: Ultimate Guide to Crepitus
Is your knee clicking, cracking, or grinding? Our comprehensive guide explains the causes of crepitus, when it's a sign of a serious injury, and the latest NHS-recommended treatments for knee pain.
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