Lisbon Funicular Tragedy: City's Old vs New Struggle
A devastating funicular accident in Lisbon's historic Alfama district sparks urgent questions about urban infrastructure, mass tourism, and the perilous struggle to preserve the soul of a city.
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Sunak accused of 'great train robbery' over scrapped Northern rail
Reform UK leader Richard Tice accuses PM Rishi Sunak of a 'great train robbery' after the government officially abandons the flagship Northern Powerhouse Rail project, breaking a key manifesto pledge and sparking fury in the North.
Australia Announces $100m National Centre for Disease Control
The Australian government announces a historic $100 million investment to establish a national Centre for Disease Control, marking a transformative shift in the nation's pandemic preparedness and public health strategy.
Melbourne-Sydney Transport Ticketing Systems Crash Simultaneously
A major technical crisis has hit Australia's two largest cities, Melbourne and Sydney, as their public transport ticketing systems, myki and Opal, suffer simultaneous catastrophic failures, leaving millions of commuters stranded and sparking a national de
Lost Plans For London's Grand Central Terminal Revealed
Exclusive: Historic England unveils long-lost drawings by Percival and Parsons for a monumental London rail terminus that was never built, offering a glimpse into a radically different vision for the capital's transport hub.
Council taxpayers face £1.2bn wall repair bill
Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils are grappling with a £1.2 billion repair backlog for boundary walls and fences, with taxpayers set to foot the bill for decades of neglect and storm damage.
UK's Worst Roads For Potholes and Congestion Revealed
Exclusive data analysis uncovers Britain's most notorious roads, from pothole-plagued rural lanes to gridlocked urban arteries. Discover if your daily commute is on the list.
UK's E-Bike Boom: Desperation, Danger & Delivery Drivers
An investigation into the human cost of Britain's e-bike revolution, revealing the extreme pressures on delivery drivers and the rising tide of road danger.
UK's £95bn Mega-Airport Set to Rival Heathrow
Plans for a colossal new £95 billion mega-airport in the UK are unveiled, promising to become the world's largest and most advanced aviation hub, challenging Heathrow's dominance with six parallel runways and seamless high-speed rail connections.
Thames Water crisis deepens as Ofwat rejects 40% bill hike
Britain's largest water company, Thames Water, faces a deepening crisis after regulator Ofwat rejected its plea for a 40% bill increase. The decision raises the spectre of a temporary government takeover as the utility grapples with massive debt and urgen
Rachel Reeves Delivers 'Tough But Necessary' First Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her inaugural Budget, confronting the 'worst inheritance since WW2' with sweeping reforms to planning, infrastructure, and fiscal policy to spur economic growth.
Thames Water: Creditors propose £20bn rescue package
Major creditors have tabled a radical £20 billion restructuring plan to rescue Thames Water from administration, aiming to secure the future of Britain's largest water company and prevent a national crisis.
Pennsylvania Town Sues Realty Firm Over Pothole Crisis
The tiny borough of Seven Fields, Pennsylvania, has launched a landmark legal battle against real estate behemoth Howard Hanna, alleging its construction vehicles have turned community roads into an 'obstacle course' of destructive potholes. Residents dem
Heathrow's £1.3bn Runway Costs Before Construction
Exclusive: Heathrow Airport has spent a staggering £1.3 billion on its stalled third runway project, with costs now exceeding £120 million per month, new freedom of information data reveals.
Heathrow expansion teams up with world's best airport
Arora Group founder Surinder Arora partners with world-renowned Changi Airport to bolster the controversial £25bn Heathrow third runway expansion plan, promising a passenger experience revolution.
Australia mandates 100% renewable energy by 2035
Australia's parliament passes landmark legislation requiring 100% renewable electricity by 2035, backed by a multi-billion dollar investment in grid infrastructure and storage, positioning the nation as a global clean energy leader.
Trump's Broken Water Promise to California Exposed
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump's unfulfilled vow to solve California's water crisis with a massive infrastructure project has left Central Valley farmers and communities disillusioned, as the promised 'gigantic' task force and water plan never m
Tesla recalls thousands of Model Y SUVs in Australia over airbag fault
Thousands of Tesla Model Y SUVs in Australia have been recalled due to a critical software fault that can unexpectedly disable the driver's airbag, significantly increasing the risk of injury in a collision.
Europe Plans Ukraine Troop Deployment as Zelenskyy Vows Revenge
Exclusive briefing: European nations are drawing up contingency plans for potential military deployment to Ukraine, while President Zelenskyy pledges a forceful response to recent Russian drone attacks on critical infrastructure.
London Tops UK Chart for Cycling Commutes
New data reveals London leads the UK in cycling to work, with a 7% surge in bike commutes. Discover the boroughs driving this green transport boom and the government's active travel strategy.
Kyiv Under Mass Air Attack: Residents Show Defiance
The Ukrainian capital endures another devastating mass air attack as Russia intensifies its campaign against energy infrastructure. Citizens display remarkable resilience amidst the destruction.
NYC Tree Census Shows 5% Growth in Urban Canopy
A groundbreaking city-wide survey uncovers a 5% surge in New York's street tree population, with Queens leading the growth. Discover the changing face of the urban forest and its impact on climate resilience.
Hanson's Explosive Speech: Stop All Immigration Now
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has ignited a firestorm in Australian Parliament with a blistering speech calling for an immediate stop to all immigration, citing infrastructure strain and loss of national identity.
Photographing the UK's vanishing garage culture
Photographer Philip Butler captures the poignant beauty and social history of Britain's humble garage blocks, a fading icon of 20th-century urban planning, in a stunning new visual archive.
Trump Admin Kills California High-Speed Rail Funding
The Trump administration has formally terminated its funding agreement for California's ambitious high-speed rail project, demanding the return of $3.5 billion in federal grants and dealing a potentially fatal blow to the long-delayed infrastructure progr
Venice Beach declared hazardous due to sinkholes and sewage
Exclusive: Venice Beach, California's world-famous coastline, faces emergency closure as dangerous sinkholes, raw sewage spills, and crumbling infrastructure create a severe public health hazard. Authorities warn visitors to avoid the area.
Philly Commuters Trapped on Train for Five Harrowing Hours
Commuters on a SEPTA train in Philadelphia endured a nightmare scenario, trapped underground for over five hours without power or air conditioning. The harrowing incident has sparked outrage and calls for infrastructure investment.
£30m investment for cricket domes in Preston and Luton
The UK government has announced a major £30 million investment to construct state-of-the-art cricket domes in Preston and Luton, aimed at revolutionising grassroots cricket and creating year-round playing opportunities across communities.
New Woollahra Station For 10,000 Sydney Homes
Exclusive plans reveal a new underground railway station for Sydney's eastern suburbs, transforming transport for Woollahra and unlocking housing potential for thousands of residents.
New Sydney Metro Station to Slash CBD Commute Times
A major new metro station in Sydney's west promises to transform travel, delivering passengers to the CBD in minutes and turbocharging a huge housing construction project.
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