Florida Black Bear Hunt 2025: What You Need to Know
Florida's first sanctioned black bear hunt since 2015 has begun, issuing 172 permits. Activists secured dozens to save bears. Get the full story on the contentious wildlife management decision.
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Swindon Council pays £138k after own vans clamped
Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.
Florida Judge Approves Black Bear Hunt
A Florida judge has approved the state's first black bear hunt in nearly a decade, putting 172 bears at risk. Learn about the controversial decision and its implications for wildlife conservation.
Major Fire at Historic Bury Building
A huge fire engulfed a Grade II listed building on The Rock in Bury town centre. Four fire engines battled the blaze, with bricks falling from the structure. Read the latest updates.
Family learns traditional lime pointing techniques
A North Yorkshire family discovers the sustainable magic of lime mortar while repairing their historic home. Learn how traditional methods protect heritage buildings and why lime outperforms modern cement.
UK Looks to Denmark's Tough Asylum Approach
Britain's Labour government seeks to emulate Denmark's controversial asylum policies, which have slashed refugee numbers but drawn international criticism. Discover the human impact.
Grand Designs' Fairytale Castle Rises in Worcestershire
Discover how a determined couple is transforming a historic Worcestershire site into a breathtaking castle, facing unprecedented challenges in one of Channel 4's most dramatic building projects yet.
Rome tower collapse: Miracle escape as residents survive
Dramatic rescue operation in Rome's Tor Sapienza district after catastrophic building collapse leaves multiple survivors in miraculous escape from rubble.
Rome tower collapse: Man trapped near Colosseum rescue
Dramatic rescue operation underway in Rome after 13th-century tower collapses, trapping man in rubble just metres from the Colosseum as he fights for life in intensive care.
Premier Nationwide Building Society Shuts Down
Exclusive: Premier Nationwide Building Society ceases operations, leaving customers seeking alternative banking solutions. Full details on the closure and consumer guidance.
Turkey earthquake causes building collapse in Gebze
A devastating earthquake in northwest Turkey's Gebze district has caused multiple building collapses, leaving residents trapped and raising urgent questions about construction safety standards in the earthquake-prone region.
Victoria's 10-day home approval plan cuts objection rights
The Victorian government plans to slash planning approval times to just 10 days while limiting objection rights, promising efficiency but raising concerns about community consultation.
National Digital Parking Platform Expands Across UK
The UK government is expanding its revolutionary digital parking system across England, replacing paper permits with smartphone-friendly solutions that could end parking nightmares for millions of drivers.
Manchester Building Collapse Sparks Mass Evacuation
Emergency services have launched a major operation in Manchester city centre after a building partially collapsed, forcing evacuations and road closures as structural engineers assess the safety of the area.
Malibu's rebuild crisis: Just 4 permits after fires
Exclusive investigation reveals how bureaucratic gridlock is preventing Malibu residents from rebuilding after devastating wildfires, with only four reconstruction permits approved amid hundreds of destroyed properties.
Thailand lets Myanmar refugees work amid shortages
In a landmark policy shift, Thailand grants work rights to Myanmar refugees as labour shortages bite and international aid dwindles, creating new economic opportunities for displaced people.
Labour council hikes SUV parking permits in green crackdown
Labour-run Merton Council introduces controversial parking permit price hikes targeting SUV owners, with fees potentially tripling for heavier vehicles in new environmental policy.
Cardiff plans triple parking charges for SUVs
Cardiff residents face paying up to three times more for parking permits as the council targets SUVs and heavier vehicles in a bold environmental initiative to reduce emissions and encourage sustainable transport.
Blue Badge Warning: £1,000 Fines for Parking Error
Blue Badge holders across the UK are being warned about rule changes that could see them hit with hefty fines up to £1,000 for improper parking documentation.
Grand Designs eco-cabin becomes damp, mouldy nightmare
A couple's sustainable Grand Designs vision in Cornwall turns disastrous as their eco-friendly cabin becomes plagued by damp, mould and structural issues, despite a £150,000 investment.
Ben Smith appointed Newcastle Building Society CEO
Newcastle Building Society announces Ben Smith as incoming Chief Executive, bringing extensive financial services experience to lead the mutual's next chapter of growth and member-focused strategy.
Blue Badge revolution: Automatic eligibility for millions
Groundbreaking new rules mean drivers and passengers with 'hidden disabilities' can automatically qualify for Blue Badge parking permits across the UK without lengthy assessments.
Britain's parking crisis: Councils defend record-high charges
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK councils are implementing Britain's most expensive parking fees, claiming it prevents 'spot-stealing' by non-residents while generating millions in revenue.
Madrid Building Collapse Injures Three
Emergency services rushed to central Madrid after a multi-storey building partially collapsed, leaving three people with minor injuries. Latest updates on the structural failure investigation.
Trump's Alaska Mining Permits Threaten Biden Green Agenda
Former President Donald Trump quietly approved controversial mining permits in Alaska's pristine wilderness during his final days in office, creating a major environmental dilemma for the Biden administration.
Neighbour's parking reports spark council war
A furious driver reveals how a neighbour's relentless parking complaints led to council threats and a street-wide dispute. Discover the shocking reality of UK parking permit problems.
Blue Badge Crackdown: Thousands Lose Disabled Parking Permits
Exclusive investigation reveals how councils across Britain are stripping disabled parking permits from vulnerable residents amid government crackdown on Blue Badge scheme misuse.
Bronx Building Collapse: Rescue Operation Underway
A partial building collapse in New York's Bronx district has triggered a massive emergency response as rescue teams search for survivors amidst the rubble. Multiple injuries reported as residents describe chaos and devastation.
LA Sheriff Dept Faces Federal Corruption Probe Over Gun Licences
The US Justice Department has launched a major corruption investigation into the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department following allegations deputies sold concealed gun licenses for cash and sexual favours.
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