100 million buildings at risk from rising sea levels
Groundbreaking research reveals the staggering scale of coastal vulnerability as climate change accelerates sea level rise, putting millions of properties at risk globally.
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US federal buildings save £5.4bn through energy efficiency
The US Department of Energy reveals staggering results from its efficiency overhaul of federal buildings, cutting energy costs by billions while dramatically reducing carbon footprint across government infrastructure.
Britain's Best Autumn Beaches Revealed
Escape the crowds and discover Britain's most spectacular autumn beaches, from dramatic castle-backed shores to hidden sandy coves perfect for peaceful walks and breathtaking scenery.
UK's Best Seaside Drinking Town Revealed
Discover the charming coastal town that's beaten all competition to be named the UK's top seaside drinking destination, offering stunning views and perfect pubs.
UK Seaside Spot's Dark Secret Revealed
Discover why this stunning UK coastal destination hides a dangerous secret that's leaving tourists shocked and authorities concerned about visitor safety.
Abandoned UK pub frozen in time with drinks still poured
Step inside the eerie time capsule of The Rising Sun in East Sussex, where perfectly preserved interiors and unfinished drinks tell haunting stories of a pub suddenly abandoned.
Couple Finds 'World's Most Beautiful McDonald's' in UK
A travelling couple discovered what's being called Britain's most stunning McDonald's restaurant, housed in a breathtaking Grade II listed mansion with period features intact.
Maxwell House drops 'Apartments' after 133 years
A prestigious Central London apartment building with Victorian origins makes a dramatic name change after more than a century, reflecting evolving property trends and luxury market demands.
Outer Banks homes collapse into ocean amid hurricane erosion
Exclusive report reveals how hurricane-force winds and raging seas are causing catastrophic erosion along North Carolina's Outer Banks, with multi-million dollar properties collapsing into the ocean as emergency crews race against time.
NC Lighthouse Threatened by Coastal Erosion Crisis
Emergency measures underway as severe beach erosion threatens historic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse with structural damage, prompting urgent National Park Service intervention.
California Coastal Crisis: Homes Plunge as Cliffs Collapse
Exclusive report on the dramatic California coastline collapse where crumbling bluffs are destroying luxury properties and forcing emergency evacuations in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Widow, 88, faces tent life as £1m home lost to sea
An 88-year-old widow's £1 million clifftop home is teetering on the brink of collapse into the North Sea due to rapid coastal erosion, leaving her with no compensation and the prospect of living in a tent.
Glasgow's Crumbling Victorian Buildings Spark Safety Crisis
Exclusive report reveals the deepening crisis of derelict Victorian buildings in Glasgow, as city leaders demand immediate action and funding from Holyrood to avert a public safety catastrophe.
NHS Maternity Units Crumbling, Putting Babies at Risk
An exclusive investigation by The Independent reveals a deepening crisis in NHS maternity care, with staff forced to deliver babies in outdated and potentially unsafe buildings across England.
Moon's Wobble to Trigger Unprecedented UK Coastal Flooding
A new lunar cycle, combined with rising sea levels from climate change, threatens to unleash a new era of devastating 'moon tides' and coastal flooding in the UK by the 2030s, pushing existing defences to the brink.
School concrete crisis: Watchdog slams government's failing plan
The National Audit Office reveals the DfE's school rebuilding programme is failing to keep pace with crumbling concrete risks, leaving pupils in potentially dangerous buildings across England.
Sheffield Market Sells for £1m with Medieval Dungeon
Sheffield's iconic Castle Market has been sold for over £1 million, with its most unusual selling point being a fully intact 14th-century dungeon hidden beneath the modern shopping complex.
Nantucket's last beach house hits market as sea claims neighbours
The last remaining property on Nantucket's vanishing Baxter Road hits the market as coastal erosion claims neighbouring homes. A stark reminder of climate change's impact on coastal real estate.
Grandmothers die after tragic 80ft fall from White Cliffs of Dover
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolds on the White Cliffs of Dover as two grandmothers, Sandra Sullivan and Anita Chaffer, succumb to injuries days after an 80ft fall. Community mourns as investigation continues.
Phillipson Orders Urgent Data Review of DfE
In her first move as Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson demands immediate assessment of critical issues from school buildings to teacher recruitment, signalling major shake-up.
Discover Britain's Most Scenic Coastal Train Day Trips
Escape the everyday with Britain's most breathtaking coastal rail adventures. From Cornwall's rugged cliffs to Scotland's dramatic shores, discover hidden gems and iconic seaside towns perfect for your next day trip.
UK Road Vanishes Into Sea in Norfolk Erosion Crisis
Dramatic drone footage reveals the stunning power of coastal erosion as a Norfolk road vanishes into the North Sea, sparking urgent safety warnings from authorities.
Victorian Toilet Reopens as Stunning London Gin Bar
A disused Victorian public toilet in London has been spectacularly transformed into a unique subterranean gin bar, offering a truly historic drinking experience beneath the city streets.
Skipsea's abandoned village crumbling into North Sea
The haunting story of Skipsea's abandoned village, where coastal erosion is causing entire streets to vanish into the North Sea, leaving behind crumbling ruins and a community's lost history.
Cooks' Cottage relocation row sparks reconciliation debate
Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.
Forbidden Japanese Island: Abandoned Resort Frozen in Time
Explore the haunting beauty of Hashima Island, a derelict Japanese coal mining community turned apocalyptic tourist attraction where time stands still and visitors are banned from its crumbling ruins.
Cornwall and Kent Crowned UK's Best Seaside Food Destinations
The annual Coastal Food and Drink Survey has unveiled Cornwall and Kent as the UK's top destinations for seaside culinary excellence. Discover which stunning locations made the cut and why foodies are flocking to the British coastline.
England's Coastal Towns: Paradise Lost for Young Residents
A startling investigation reveals the harsh realities of growing up in England's picturesque seaside towns, where economic decline, poor transport, and mental health crises create a 'perfect storm' for young residents.
Emergency £1.65m Appeal to Save 900-Year-Old Scottish Castle
A national emergency appeal has been launched to raise £1.65 million, preventing the collapse of the 12th-century Saddell Castle, a historic gem on Scotland's Kintyre peninsula.
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