How to Successfully Claim for Storm Damage on Insurance
Consumer expert Martyn James explains your rights and the step-by-step process for making a successful home insurance claim after severe UK weather. Act now to secure your payout.
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How to Successfully Claim for Storm Damage on Insurance
Consumer expert Martyn James reveals your rights and a step-by-step guide to making a successful home insurance claim for storm and weather damage. Know what to do if your claim is rejected.
Øresund Bridge: £50 Toll for £3.4bn Sweden-Denmark Link
The 8km Øresund Bridge, a vital transport link between Sweden and Denmark, sees 70,000 daily crossings. Discover the facts about its £3.4bn cost and future.
World's Longest Bridge: 102 Miles, Two-Hour Journey
Discover the Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge, a 102-mile engineering marvel in China that slashes travel times and withstands earthquakes. Explore how it transformed transport.
London's NYE Fireworks: Public Warned of 'Terrible' Views
Thousands flock to London bridges for a free view of the New Year's Eve fireworks, only to be disappointed. Officials urge the public to watch the BBC coverage or attend official areas instead.
Italy's £11.7bn Bridge Plan for Sicily Faces New Hurdle
Italy's ambitious plan to build the world's longest suspension bridge, connecting Sicily to the mainland, faces a court setback. The £11.7bn project could cut UK tourist journeys to just 10 minutes. Read the latest.
Japan's £5.3bn Double-Decker Bridge Soars Into Sky
Discover the Seto Ohashi Bridge, a £5.3bn engineering feat connecting Japan's islands. Spanning 13.1km, it slashed travel times and offers stunning tourist views. Explore its history and how to visit.
Historic Black Hawk Bridge set for explosive demolition
A 94-year-old bridge linking Iowa and Wisconsin will be imploded this Friday, making way for a modern £110 million replacement. Watch the live stream of this historic event.
Century-old Black Hawk Bridge demolished by implosion
Watch as the 94-year-old Black Hawk Bridge is imploded over the Mississippi River. The iconic structure, making way for a $140m modern crossing, held deep sentimental value for thousands. Read the full story.
Tiny bridge connects Spain and Portugal in seconds
Cross the 3.2m El Marco/La Codosera bridge and step between Spain and Portugal, changing time zones in an instant. Discover this unique border crossing.
World's tallest bridge cuts 2-hour trip to 2 minutes
China's Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the world's highest at 625m, has opened. It reduces a two-hour journey to two minutes and features glass walkways and bungee jumping. Discover this engineering marvel.
Øresund Bridge: 24 Years Connecting Sweden & Denmark
The Øresund Bridge, a £3.4bn engineering marvel, has linked Sweden and Denmark for over two decades. Discover its history, cost, and daily impact on 70,000 commuters.
Christmas lights on neighbour's fence risk £2.5k fine
Hanging festive lights on a shared fence without permission could be classed as criminal damage, leading to fines up to £2,500. Always seek neighbourly consent to avoid legal trouble.
Guest trashes Newcastle hotel room, leaves blood on walls
A Newcastle hotel guest caused £3,000 of damage, leaving blood on walls and glass on the carpet. He claimed no memory of the incident. Read the full story.
Man dies in Yorkshire tower block plunge, arrest made
A 25-year-old man has died after falling from a block of flats in Sowerby Bridge, Yorkshire. A 37-year-old has been arrested as police continue their investigation.
Foxes damage 40 cars in Dublin estate
Residents in a Dublin estate are using chicken wire to protect their cars from foxes chewing through wires, causing tens of thousands in repair costs. Discover the preventative measures experts recommend.
Baltimore Bridge Rebuild Costs Double to £4 Billion
Maryland officials reveal Francis Scott Key Bridge replacement costs have more than doubled to £4.3-5.2 billion with completion delayed until 2030. Learn about the revised timeline and funding challenges.
Newly Built Hongqi Bridge Collapses in China
A newly constructed bridge in China's Sichuan province collapsed after landslides, sending concrete into the river below. Miraculously, no injuries were reported. Read the full investigation.
New Chinese bridge collapses into river after landslide
Shocking footage captures the moment a newly-built bridge in China dramatically collapsed into a river following landslides. No casualties were reported in the Sichuan province incident.
New Chinese bridge collapses into mountainside
A newly constructed bridge in China's Sichuan province has partially collapsed. No casualties were reported. The incident raises questions about infrastructure in challenging terrain.
Newly Opened Bridge in China Collapses in Sichuan
A newly constructed bridge in China's Sichuan province collapsed just days after opening, with dramatic footage capturing the incident. Investigation launched into infrastructure safety.
A$AP Rocky sued for $1M over apartment water damage
A$AP Rocky, partner of global superstar Rihanna, is embroiled in a major legal battle as neighbours sue for over $1 million following alleged water damage from his New York City apartment that caused 'catastrophic' destruction to the building below.
Vaping damages blood vessels like smoking - study
Groundbreaking research exposes how vaping damages blood vessels and heart function, challenging perceptions of e-cigarettes as a safe smoking alternative.
Afghanistan's Blue Mosque damaged in devastating earthquake
A powerful earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, causing significant damage to the iconic Blue Mosque in Herat and resulting in numerous casualties as rescue efforts continue.
Giant hailstones batter Queensland in destructive storm
South-East Queensland reels from catastrophic storm damage as tennis ball-sized hail pummels suburbs, shredding vegetation and damaging property in violent weather event.
Pensioner withholds council tax over damaging speed humps
A defiant 73-year-old is withholding his council tax in protest against dangerous speed humps that he claims are destroying vehicles and making his street a 'nightmare' for residents. Discover why this pensioner is taking a stand against local authorities
Jamaica's Black River devastated by Hurricane Melissa
Residents of Jamaica's historic Black River confront devastating aftermath as Hurricane Melissa destroys homes, floods streets, and leaves communities counting the cost of rebuilding.
Baltimore Bridge Collapses After Container Ship Strike
A catastrophic bridge collapse in Baltimore after a container ship collision triggers massive emergency response and raises serious infrastructure safety concerns.
Gardeners' Warning: Bamboo Could Cost You Thousands
UK gardening experts issue urgent warning about invasive bamboo species spreading uncontrollably and causing structural damage to properties across Britain.
Kent hospice damaged by hurricane, services threatened
A Kent hospice serving vulnerable patients faces severe disruption after hurricane-force winds caused extensive damage, putting critical care services at risk.
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