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670-tonne Swedish church moved to escape sinking mine

In an unprecedented feat of engineering, a 130-year-old church in Kiruna, Sweden, is being painstakingly moved to a new location to save it from sinking into an expanding iron ore mine. The two-day operation involves transporting the colossal structure on

Bradford & Bingley Merges with Cheshire Building Society

Exclusive: The historic merger between Bradford & Bingley and Cheshire Building Society is complete, creating a financial powerhouse. We analyse the deal's impact on members, the property market, and the future of UK mutuals.

UK New Home Building Plummets to Decade Low

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic collapse in UK housebuilding, with new home completions hitting their lowest level in over a decade, exacerbating the national housing crisis.

Inferno Engulfs Liverpool's Historic Woolton Hall

Dramatic scenes in Liverpool as a major fire rips through the iconic Woolton Hall. Over 60 firefighters tackle the blaze through the night, with the historic building's future now in doubt.

Inferno Engulfs Liverpool's Historic Woolton Hall

A major fire has torn through the iconic Woolton Hall in Liverpool, with 90 firefighters battling the huge blaze through the night. The historic building, which was undergoing renovation, suffered a partial collapse.

Boeing 747 Engine Fire After Manchester Takeoff

A Boeing 747 cargo plane was forced into a dramatic emergency landing at Manchester Airport after a catastrophic engine failure and fire erupted moments after takeoff. Shocking footage captures the blaze as the aircraft circles to dump fuel.

Abuja building collapse kills two, traps several

A multi-storey building collapsed in Nigeria's capital, Abuja, killing at least two people and trapping several others. Emergency teams are working to rescue survivors as authorities investigate the cause.

Clacton inferno: Residents evacuated as fire rages

A massive fire erupted in Clacton, Essex, forcing residents to flee their homes as emergency crews worked tirelessly to contain the flames. Read the latest updates on this developing story.

Manhattan apartment explosion sends smoke over NYC

A powerful explosion rocked a Manhattan apartment building, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and leaving residents in shock. Emergency services rushed to the scene as flames engulfed the structure.

UK construction skills shortage hits crisis point

Britain's construction industry faces a looming crisis as technical colleges fail to attract enough students to meet demand for skilled workers. Experts warn of project delays and rising costs without urgent action.

Taylor Swift lights up Empire State Building

Taylor Swift sent her fans into a frenzy as the Empire State Building lit up in her signature colours, sparking rumours of new music. The iconic landmark's tribute has Swifties buzzing worldwide.

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