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.
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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.
Private island declared 'death trap' after eco-fine
A controversial private island in San Francisco Bay, purchased for $3.8m, is deemed an ecological 'death trap' requiring major restoration. Discover the story behind the largest environmental fine ever issued.
King Charles features on Country Life magazine cover
King Charles appears on Country Life celebrating his remarkable three-year restoration of Sandringham's 60-acre gardens. Discover the royal horticultural transformation.
King Charles reveals Sandringham garden transformation
King Charles appears on Country Life celebrating Sandringham's garden restoration. Discover the new maze, magnolia walk, and sundial garden. Read the full feature now.
Jazz Legend Mike Westbrook's AI-Rescued Masterpiece
At 89, UK jazz pioneer Mike Westbrook uses AI to resurrect his lost epic, The Cortège. Discover his genre-bending career from the Proms to circus collaborations.
Britain's dying trade: The stonemasons fighting extinction
Discover the forgotten world of stonemasonry - a centuries-old craft facing extinction despite building Britain's most iconic landmarks. Meet the craftsmen fighting to save their trade.
Britain's oldest lido reopens after historic restoration
After decades of neglect and a monumental restoration effort, Bath's Georgian-era Cleveland Pools has triumphantly reopened as Britain's oldest lido, offering swimmers a unique heritage experience.
Historic Bath lido faces flood damage crisis
Britain's oldest public lido faces urgent restoration after severe flooding causes significant damage to the Grade II* listed Georgian swimming baths in Bath.
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.
Pearl Mussels Make Surprising Return to UK Rivers
Freshwater pearl mussels, once hunted to near extinction in Britain, are making a remarkable comeback in Cumbrian rivers thanks to dedicated conservation efforts.
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.
River Revival: Salmon Ladder Success in North Tyne
Discover how conservationists in Northumberland are helping wild salmon overcome man-made barriers on their epic upstream journeys with an ingenious fish ladder solution.
Shipwrecks Become Fish Sanctuaries in UK Waters
Marine scientists discover artificial reefs created by centuries-old shipwrecks are boosting fish populations around Britain's coast, offering new hope for sustainable fisheries.
Newt's Eye Regeneration Secret Unlocked by Scientists
Groundbreaking research reveals how a mysterious cellular 'potion' enables newts to regenerate their eyes, with revolutionary implications for human medicine and blindness treatment.
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.
Met Museum discovers hidden Van Gogh self-portrait
Groundbreaking discovery at New York's Metropolitan Museum as advanced imaging uncovers hidden self-portrait beneath Vincent van Gogh's 1886 painting 'The Potato Peeler', rewriting art history.
Beavers Return to Scottish Highlands in Conservation Triumph
In a landmark conservation effort, beavers have been officially released into the Scottish Highlands, marking a new chapter for ecosystem restoration and biodiversity in the region.
Breakthrough Hair Loss Treatment Shows Remarkable Regrowth
Groundbreaking research from Manchester reveals a promising new treatment that could revolutionise hair restoration for millions suffering from pattern baldness.
Youth Power Klamath River's Historic Restoration
Discover how young volunteers are transforming the Klamath River ecosystem in America's most ambitious dam removal project, creating new habitats for salmon and healing tribal lands.
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.
Gran loses £12k in Lamborghini project collapse
An elderly grandmother's dream investment in a luxury car restoration scheme has left her facing devastating losses as the company behind the ambitious project goes into administration.
Baldness Cure: Mice Regrow Hair in 20 Days
Groundbreaking research reveals how scientists successfully reversed hair loss in mice using a single protein treatment, offering new hope for millions suffering from baldness.
Blackfeet Nation restores buffalo for food sovereignty
Discover how Montana's Blackfeet Nation is restoring traditional bison herds to combat food insecurity and reclaim cultural heritage through a groundbreaking conservation initiative.
Brain implant restores sight to blind in UK breakthrough
Groundbreaking neurotechnology developed in the UK is enabling blind individuals to perceive visual information through a remarkable brain implant, transforming lives and challenging our understanding of sensory restoration.
Ancient Latin inscription uncovered during Milan Duomo restoration
A remarkable 2,000-year-old Latin inscription has been uncovered during restoration work at Milan's iconic cathedral, offering a fascinating glimpse into the city's Roman past beneath its medieval masterpiece.
Diamond artificial eye could restore sight to millions
Groundbreaking bionic eye containing millions of microscopic diamonds could revolutionise vision restoration for millions worldwide. British scientists develop unprecedented technology.
Parthenon Sheds Scaffolding After 20 Years
For the first time in 20 years, visitors to Athens can witness the magnificent Parthenon completely free of restoration scaffolding, marking a historic moment for the iconic ancient temple.
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