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.
Law Firm Cuts 10% of London Jobs Due to AI Impact
Leading law firm Clifford Chance reduces London business roles by 10% as AI adoption accelerates. PwC also signals hiring changes amid tech transformation. Discover how artificial intelligence is reshaping white-collar employment.
ExxonMobil to close Fife plant, risking 200 jobs
ExxonMobil announces the closure of its Fife Ethylene Plant in February 2026, putting 200 direct jobs and over 250 contractor roles at risk. Discover the economic impact and government response.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
Cruise Ship Salaries: The Shocking Truth Revealed
An exclusive investigation reveals the surprising reality of cruise ship employment - from eye-watering earnings for entertainers to the challenging conditions faced by cabin crew.
Labour's Aberdeen jobs pledge in U-turn controversy
Labour faces mounting criticism after appearing to backtrack on their flagship promise to create 1,000 green energy jobs in Aberdeen, with opponents accusing the party of attempting to erase their previous commitments from public memory.
US Private Sector Adds 150,000 Jobs in September
Fresh data reveals America's private sector employment continues to grow steadily despite economic headwinds, with services industries leading the charge in September's hiring spree.
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.
Gen Z Rejects 'Office Frog' Workplace Culture
New research reveals Generation Z workers are dramatically reshaping workplace expectations, rejecting traditional office politics and demanding authentic self-expression in their careers.
AI targets working-class jobs first, research reveals
New research reveals artificial intelligence is disproportionately impacting working-class occupations, with ChatGPT and similar technologies transforming Britain's employment landscape.
Zoopla Reveals UK's Most In-Demand Jobs
New research from Zoopla and Opinium uncovers Britain's fastest-growing career sectors, with tech roles dominating while traditional positions face decline.
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.
China investigates UK construction firm for competition issues
China's competition authority investigates UK construction materials manufacturer for potential market abuse, signalling tougher regulatory stance on foreign businesses.
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.
Energy crisis threatens 1,000+ UK aluminium jobs
Britain's industrial heartland faces devastating blow as soaring power prices threaten to shut down major aluminium plant, putting over 1,000 livelihoods in jeopardy and exposing UK's energy vulnerability.
Petrofac wins Shell North Sea contract extension
Energy services giant Petrofac secures significant contract extension with Shell for North Sea assets, safeguarding Aberdeen jobs and reinforcing UK energy sector stability.
JD Gyms launches new Enfield location with 30 jobs
JD Gyms announces ambitious expansion into Enfield, creating 30 local jobs and bringing state-of-the-art fitness facilities to the area as part of their nationwide growth strategy.
Petrofac collapse puts North Sea jobs at risk
UK oil services company Petrofac enters administration, threatening thousands of North Sea jobs and sending shockwaves through Britain's energy sector amid ongoing financial struggles.
Supermarkets battle to hire autistic volunteer after mum's plea
In an extraordinary retail rivalry, Waitrose and Asda are competing to secure the services of 28-year-old Ben, an autistic volunteer, after his mother's emotional appeal went viral. Discover how this bittersweet employment battle is changing perceptions a
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.
ASDA hires autistic man let go by Waitrose after years volunteering
In a powerful move for workplace inclusion, ASDA has hired an autistic man who was unexpectedly released by Waitrose after years of dedicated volunteering, sparking important conversations about neurodiversity in retail.
180,000 applicants battle for Eton and Harrow teaching jobs
Britain's top public schools face unprecedented demand as teaching applications double amid competitive education sector. Discover why these elite positions attract global interest.
Amazon deploys 750,000 robots as human jobs decline
Exclusive investigation reveals Amazon has deployed over 750,000 robots while cutting frontline jobs, raising urgent questions about automation's impact on employment.
Westpac Embraces Permanent Remote Work With Dozens of WFH Roles
Westpac Banking Corporation is making waves in Australia's employment landscape by advertising dozens of permanent remote positions, signalling a major shift in corporate work culture post-pandemic.
Pizza Hut to close dozens of UK restaurants
Dozens of Pizza Hut restaurants across Britain face permanent closure as the chain undergoes significant restructuring, putting hundreds of hospitality jobs at risk nationwide.
Gen Z Abandoning Banking Careers for Entrepreneurship
London's financial institutions face a talent crisis as Generation Z workers reject traditional banking roles in favour of entrepreneurial ventures and flexible work experiences, according to industry leaders.
UK Green Energy Plan: 400,000 New Jobs Created
The UK government unveils a groundbreaking green energy strategy set to create nearly half a million jobs while accelerating the transition to renewable power and energy security.
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