Mega-Shed Planning Row Divides Kent Village
A massive 18ft 'mega-shed' has become the centre of a bitter planning dispute in a Kent village, with furious neighbours branding it a 'monstrous eyesore' that's destroying their rural views and privacy.
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Cowboy builder jailed for £200k homeowner fraud
A fraudulent builder who preyed on vulnerable homeowners, including a woman whose father had just died, has been sentenced to prison after conning victims out of nearly £200,000 through shoddy work and false promises.
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.
Family flees home over dangerous gas line installation
Exclusive investigation reveals how Vanessa Joy Moulton and her young family were forced to abandon their dream home after discovering dangerous gas line installations, exposing critical safety failures in UK housing.
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.
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.
UK buildings face overhaul for 2°C temperature rise
Exclusive government analysis reveals Britain must urgently adapt its buildings and infrastructure to cope with permanent 2°C warming, with new construction standards and cooling requirements imminent.
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.
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.
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.
Indonesia school collapse: Race to find survivors
Emergency crews work through the night after Al Khoziny Islamic school building collapse in East Java, with children among those trapped beneath debris as death toll rises.
Major fire engulfs historic cinema roof - emergency services battle blaze
Major emergency response as fire tears through roof of landmark cinema building, with dramatic plumes of smoke visible for miles across the city.
Mansion Mayhem: 3-Year Neighbourhood War in Berkshire
A bitter planning row erupts in Wokingham as a businessman's 'monster mansion' extension, built without full permission, sparks years of legal battles and neighbourhood acrimony. Residents describe their dream homes turning into a 'living nightmare'.
Sarah Beeny ordered to demolish home built without permission
Property expert Sarah Beeny faces a stunning planning defeat as she is ordered to tear down a building on her Somerset estate, constructed without the necessary council permission. A dramatic twist for the development guru.
UK Couple's Home Covered in Mystery Scaffolding
A British couple returns from holiday to find their home entirely encased in unsolicited scaffolding, sparking a bizarre mystery and a frantic search for answers. Exclusive details.
Only Murders Season 5 Gets Staggering R-Rating
Hulu's hit comedy-mystery, Only Murders in the Building, is set for its darkest season yet as the official rating for Season 5 reveals an R-rating for 'strong violence' and 'grisly images', promising a significant tonal shift from its previous seasons.
Only Murders in the Building Season 5 Review
The hit true-crime parody returns for its fifth season on Disney+, delivering more twists, star-studded cameos, and the trio's most personal case yet in the Arconia.
Couple save £80k on DIY barn conversion
A determined couple from the UK bypassed expensive contractors, personally managing their barn conversion and saving a staggering £80,000. Discover their budget-smart secrets and see the incredible before-and-after results.
Russian Missiles Strike Ukrainian Government HQ in Odesa
A major Russian missile attack has severely damaged a key government building in Odesa, Ukraine. The strike, part of a wider assault, raises urgent questions about Western defence aid delays and regional security.
Russia launches missile barrage on Kyiv government district
Shocking new footage captures the moment Russian missiles slam into a Ukrainian government building in central Kyiv, in a major escalation of attacks on the capital.
Historic London Hospital Building For Sale in Westminster
A landmark Grade II listed building in Westminster, once part of the historic St George's Hospital, is now for sale. Discover the future of this prime London property and its unique heritage features.
Putin's Missiles Destroy Ukraine Government Building in Kyiv
In a severe escalation, Russian forces launched a massive missile strike on Kyiv's government quarter, reducing a critical ministry to rubble. The attack, one of the largest in weeks, signals a dangerous new phase in the conflict as Ukraine pleads for adv
Child killed in Russian missile attack on Kyiv
A major Russian missile barrage on Kyiv has resulted in the deaths of at least three people, including a child, and caused a catastrophic fire at a key government building, marking one of the most severe attacks on the capital in recent weeks.
Major Fire in White City: 100 Firefighters Tackle Blaze
A massive fire tore through a four-storey building in White City, West London, prompting a major emergency response with 100 firefighters, 15 fire engines, and ambulance crews on the scene.
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