Five friends save 19th century pub from demolition
Five friends in Deal, Kent, pooled savings to buy their local pub at auction, saving it from developers. Their story bucks the UK's alarming pub closure trend.
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Ann Arbor's Downtown Home & Garden Closes After 119 Years
Downtown Home & Garden, a beloved community staple in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has shut its doors for good, a victim of soaring rents and costs. Its closure is part of a record wave of US retail failures.
Labour MP: Community ownership is the future for UK pubs
Labour MP Alistair Strathern visits the UK's first community-owned pub, the Red Lion in Hitchin, arguing the model saves locals. Learn how the 'Community Right to Buy' could protect pubs nationwide.
Community ownership is the future for UK pubs, says Labour MP
Labour MP Alistair Strathern visits the UK's first community-owned pub, the Red Lion in Hitchin, arguing the model saves locals and boosts community spirit. Discover how the 'Community Right to Buy' could protect pubs nationwide.
Nick Knowles emotional at DIY SOS Beverley youth club build
DIY SOS host Nick Knowles was moved to tears as he and his team, with Gladiators stars, built a new youth centre in Beverley. Read the full emotional story.
Performers Cancel Shows Over Kennedy Centre Name Change
Several niche artists have pulled out of the newly renamed Trump-Kennedy Centre in Washington DC, citing political objections. Discover the details and the venue's response.
Cardzone store closure sale with 50% off in Didcot
Cardzone launches a huge 50% off closing down sale at its Didcot store, set to shut on January 10, 2026. The move comes amid wider UK retail closures affecting River Island and Poundland.
Village's last phone box saved by 89-year-old campaigner
Derek Harris, 89, led a community campaign to save Sharrington's last red K6 phone box from BT's closure plans. His fight sparked a national debate and gave him purpose during a personal health battle.
Artists boycott Kennedy Centre over Trump renaming
Jazz and dance groups cancel performances in protest of the Trump-Kennedy Centre rebranding. The controversy deepens as legal questions and artistic backlash grow.
5 Characters in Every UK Community Facebook Group
From the Lost Cat Crusader to the Planning Permission Protester, we explore the quintessential personalities that define Britain's local Facebook groups. Discover who's in your neighbourhood feed.
A1(M) closed overnight after serious Hertfordshire crash
The A1(M) southbound in Hertfordshire remains shut after a serious collision. Police and National Highways advise drivers to avoid the area. Get the latest updates here.
Christmas dinner disaster as restaurant shuts last minute
Families in Solihull saw their festive plans ruined after Miller & Carter Hockley Heath closed on Christmas Day due to an electrical fault, leaving them without their £105pp meals. Read the full story.
Bono, Glen Hansard star at Dublin Christmas charity busk
U2's Bono joined Imelda May and Glen Hansard for the 15th annual Christmas Eve busking session in Dublin, raising vital funds for the homeless. Watch the highlights and see how the community came together.
Manchester Jewish community's resilience after terror plot
After an Islamic State plot to attack a Greater Manchester Jewish neighbourhood was foiled, the community focuses on daily struggles and defiant unity. Discover their story of vigilance and cohesion.
San Francisco Centre Mall 93% Empty Before Christmas
The once-bustling San Francisco Centre, a former holiday hotspot, now sits nearly vacant. Explore the factors behind its dramatic decline and uncertain future.
UK Jews fear for future after Bondi and Manchester attacks
Following attacks in Sydney and Manchester, Britain's Jewish community faces heightened fear and security. Many in Golders Green now question their future in the UK as antisemitism hits record levels.
Nine Teens Charged Over Sydney Shopping Centre Brawl
Nine teenagers face charges after a violent brawl erupted at a busy Sydney shopping centre, terrifying Christmas shoppers and families. Police investigations continue.
Bondi Synagogue's Role After Tragic Attack
The Bondi Synagogue has become a focal point for remembrance and grief following the devastating attack on its community. Discover how this spiritual home is supporting Jews in Australia.
Sydney Shopping Centre Ceiling Collapse Injures One
Shoppers fled for their lives after a ceiling collapsed at a busy Sydney shopping centre, causing flooding and sending one person to hospital. Get the latest updates.
Jewish Bakery Closes After Antisemitic Abuse
Ed Halmagyi's Avner's Bakery in Surry Hills shuts after years of harassment. Locals post heartfelt notes of support in wake of the Bondi terror attack. Read the full story.
Kennedy Centre to be renamed Trump-Kennedy Centre
The board of Washington's Kennedy Centre has voted to rename it the Trump-Kennedy Centre, a move the White House credits to the former president's 'unbelievable work' in saving the building. Read the full story.
Washington's Kennedy Centre Renamed Trump-Kennedy Centre
Washington DC's premier cultural hub, the Kennedy Centre, has been renamed the Trump-Kennedy Centre. The unanimous board vote recognises the former president's role in saving the institution. Discover the full story.
How grassroots groups are tackling the UK's loneliness crisis
Across the UK, grassroots initiatives from farming co-ops to urban neighbourhood projects are rebuilding community bonds to fight a historic epidemic of social isolation. Discover how they're making a difference.
M54 closed after major police incident in Shropshire
The M54 motorway in Shropshire is closed in both directions after a major police incident. Expect severe delays and follow diversion routes. Get live updates here.
Fatal car crash into Melbourne medical centre
A man is dead and a woman seriously injured after a car ploughed into a busy medical centre in Niddrie. Police are investigating the cause of the tragic incident.
Shake Shack to close in San Francisco's iconic mall
Shake Shack will close its San Francisco Centre location on December 14 after the mall's sale. The once-bustling hub, now 9% leased, sold for $133m, a fraction of its $1.2bn value. Read the full story.
Community raises thousands for hospice supporting girl with cancer
A Welsh community that united to fund a child's cancer treatment has now raised over £10,000 for Ty Hafan hospice, which supports her family. Discover their inspiring story.
Sydney M4 Tunnel Closure Causes Major Traffic Delays
Sydney's M4 tunnel has been closed, causing significant traffic disruption across the city. Get the latest updates on the closure and alternative routes.
A27 closed near Chichester after police-led incident
The A27 near Chichester is closed in both directions due to a police-led incident, causing major delays. Sussex Police are on the scene. Follow for live updates.
M54 closed overnight for lorry recovery after crash
The M54 in Shropshire is closed eastbound for overnight recovery of a crashed HGV. National Highways warn of delays and have a diversion in place. Follow for live updates.
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