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China's £530m British Village: Thames Town Replica

Explore Thames Town, a meticulously crafted British village in China. Built for £530m, it features cobbled streets and red phone boxes. Discover its journey from 'ghost town' to wedding hotspot.

Phone Theft Warning for UK Holidaymakers Abroad

New research reveals 41% of British travellers have had phones stolen on holiday, with Spain, France and Canada the top hotspots. Experts urge vigilance and insurance checks.

Greek island pays £15k for families to relocate

The tiny Greek island of Antikythera is offering families and skilled workers €500 a month, free accommodation, and food to boost its population. Could this be your dream move?

St Albans 'UFO' house extension mocked online

A 1950s ex-council house in St Albans with a dramatic modern extension has sparked online ridicule. The property, now priced at £850,000, divided opinion after its 'ghastly' redesign went viral.

St Albans 'UFO' home sparks outrage over £850k price

A St Albans ex-council house with a dramatic modern extension dubbed a 'Toblerone from hell' is listed for £850,000, sparking fierce online debate over design and planning rules. Read the full story.

Brit boy, 13, stabbed to death in Portugal

Tributes are paid to Alfie Hallett, 13, who was allegedly murdered by his mother's ex-partner in a Portuguese village. The convicted killer then caused a gas explosion.

British boy, 13, stabbed to death in Portugal

A 13-year-old British boy has been killed in a stabbing in Tomar, Portugal. The suspect, his mother's ex-partner, reportedly died in a subsequent gas explosion. Follow for updates.

Biggest culture shocks for British expats revealed

New data reveals the top cultural surprises for Brits living overseas, from Australia's game meats to Spain's late dinners and Canada's extreme cold. Discover the trade-offs of the expat dream.

Frank Gehry's Stunning California Architecture

Explore the iconic Californian buildings of Frank Gehry, the visionary architect who reshaped American architecture with bold shapes and unconventional materials. Discover his legacy.

2025 New Zealand Architecture Awards Winners Revealed

Discover the winners of the 2025 New Zealand Architecture Awards, celebrating innovative designs from church conversions to sustainable visitor centres. Explore the full list of groundbreaking projects now.

UK woman swaps £3k costs for £706 Greek paradise

Renae Smith left UK 'suburbia' for a stunning Greek waterfront villa, slashing her monthly outgoings from £3,000 to just £706 and finding 'pure joy'. Discover her cost of living escape.

Australia's 2025 Architecture Award Winners Revealed

Explore the groundbreaking projects that claimed top honours at Australia's National Architecture Awards 2025, featuring innovative designs reshaping urban landscapes and community spaces across the continent.

UK mum saves thousands moving family to Cyprus

Discover how one UK mother transformed her family's finances and lifestyle by moving from Britain to Cyprus, cutting living costs by thousands while embracing Mediterranean sunshine.

Scotland's Modernist Beach House Masterpiece

Discover the breathtaking modernist beach house perched dramatically on Scotland's coastline, where architectural brilliance meets spectacular natural beauty in Argyll and Bute.

RIBA confirms move from London to East Sussex

The Royal Institute of British Architects announces dramatic move from its prestigious London headquarters to rural East Sussex, marking the most significant change in its 190-year history.

Appleby Almshouse wins 2025 RIBA Stirling Prize

A transformative social housing project in Cambridge has won the prestigious 2025 RIBA Stirling Prize, redefining affordable living through exceptional architecture and community-focused design.

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