China investigates UK construction firm for competition issues
China's competition authority investigates UK construction materials manufacturer for potential market abuse, signalling tougher regulatory stance on foreign businesses.
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Trump's White House Ballroom Renovation Sparks Budget Concerns
Exclusive investigation uncovers budget concerns and questionable contractor history in Donald Trump's lavish White House ballroom renovation project, raising eyebrows in political and construction circles.
Hazardous materials scare in Newham leads to arrests
Major emergency response in Newham as hazardous materials discovery leads to arrests and street closures. Latest updates on the ongoing investigation.
Navy Sailor Arrested With Bomb Materials Near White House
A US Navy sailor was arrested after being found with suspected bomb-making components near the White House perimeter, raising serious security concerns during Trump's presidency.
Child dies in London hazardous materials incident
A young child has died following a hazardous materials emergency in London, prompting a major response from multiple emergency services. The incident occurred in a residential property with a second child hospitalised.
Child dies in London hazardous materials incident
A young child has died following a hazardous materials incident in Newham, East London, prompting a massive emergency service response and ongoing investigation.
Child dies in London hazardous materials incident
A young child has died and four adults hospitalised following a hazardous materials emergency at a South London residential property, prompting major emergency service response and investigation.
Met Police investigate UKIP over Whitechapel campaign leaflets
The Metropolitan Police has opened a formal investigation into UKIP following complaints about racially charged campaign materials distributed in Whitechapel, east London, prompting condemnation from anti-racism groups.
Construction worker dies in Manhattan high-rise fall
A construction worker has died after falling from a Manhattan high-rise development site, marking another devastating incident in New York City's construction industry as safety concerns escalate.
Third US freight train derailment in three months
Another dangerous freight train derailment in Montana marks the third major incident since February's Ohio disaster, raising urgent questions about US rail safety standards and emergency response protocols.
UK construction costs surge 40%, threatening projects
New data reveals UK construction costs have surged by up to 40%, forcing developers to delay or redesign major projects as budgets spiral out of control.
Chlorine gas cloud emergency in Surrey village
Residents in Oxshott, Surrey were told to stay indoors as emergency services responded to a hazardous chemical incident involving a chlorine gas cloud at a local water treatment facility.
Philip Pullman's Final Book of Dust - Exclusive Extract
Dive into an exclusive extract from Philip Pullman's breathtaking conclusion to The Book of Dust trilogy, featuring Lyra Silvertongue's most perilous journey yet in this highly anticipated literary finale.
US Bets Big to Break China's Rare Earth Monopoly
The Biden administration makes unprecedented investments in Western rare earth companies to secure critical minerals and challenge China's market dominance in green technology.
Margate bomb scare: Police evacuate homes and make arrest
Dramatic scenes unfolded in Kent as bomb disposal experts were called to a residential property in Margate, leading to multiple evacuations and one arrest.
Nobel Chemistry Prize 2025 for porous materials breakthrough
Three pioneering scientists have been honoured with the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their groundbreaking work on porous materials that could transform everything from clean energy to medicine.
World's First Plant Plastic That Vanishs Completely
British scientists have developed a revolutionary plant-based plastic that completely biodegrades into harmless sugars, offering hope in the global war against plastic pollution.
Snowy Hydro 2.0: $12bn budget now 'unachievable'
Australia's flagship renewable energy project faces another staggering cost blowout, with officials admitting the original $12 billion price tag is no longer attainable amid construction delays and technical challenges.
Murray Compares Trump Rhetoric to Nazi Germany
Senior Democratic Senator Patty Murray has drawn stark parallels between Donald Trump's language and Nazi-era propaganda during a passionate Senate floor address about Seattle construction projects.
Barcelona's Nou Camp Champions League return delayed
FC Barcelona's highly anticipated return to the Nou Camp for Champions League football faces unexpected delays as stadium renovation works fall behind schedule, forcing European nights to Montjuïc.
HS2's hidden toll on Chilterns residents revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how HS2 earthworks are devastating the lives of Chilterns residents with 24/7 noise, property damage and environmental destruction.
Live WWII grenade halts Washington construction
A potentially deadly Second World War-era hand grenade was unearthed at a Washington construction site, prompting bomb squad evacuation and controlled detonation.
Builder dies after falling through children's centre skylight
A 38-year-old construction worker died after falling through a fragile skylight while carrying out repairs at a children's centre in Buckinghamshire, an inquest has heard.
World's tallest bridge opens in China, dwarfs Eiffel Tower
China unveils its latest engineering marvel: a suspension bridge towering 1,826 feet above a valley, connecting remote mountain regions and setting new global records for altitude and ambition.
Scottish Government escalates school defects battle to Supreme Court
The Scottish Government escalates its legal fight against construction giants over defective schools, seeking Supreme Court intervention in a £3 billion dispute affecting multiple Scottish councils.
UK economy grows 0.2% in January, beating expectations
Britain's economy delivered an unexpected boost in January with GDP growing 0.2%, driven by strong retail and construction performance, though challenges remain ahead.
UK Economy Shows Zero Growth in April as Sectors Struggle
Britain's economic growth ground to a halt in April with zero growth, raising concerns ahead of the upcoming budget announcement as construction and manufacturing sectors struggle.
UK Economy Stagnates as Construction Output Plummets
Britain's economic recovery hits a wall as construction output plummets 1.9% in April, wiping out service sector gains and raising Budget concerns for the Chancellor.
Iowa businessman pleads guilty to multi-million wire fraud
An Iowa businessman has admitted to orchestrating a sophisticated wire fraud conspiracy involving fake construction projects across multiple states, facing up to 20 years in federal prison.
DJ sues builder for £200k over 'bricked' festival performances
Top DJ Ben Malone takes builder to High Court over alleged botched renovation that left him unable to perform at major festivals including Glastonbury.
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