£5m Texas mansion's Grinch grotto sparks neighbour feud
A Dallas couple's extravagant £5m mansion Christmas light display, featuring giant Grinch inflatables, draws crowds and council ire. Discover the festive feud causing traffic chaos.
A Dallas couple's extravagant £5m mansion Christmas light display, featuring giant Grinch inflatables, draws crowds and council ire. Discover the festive feud causing traffic chaos.
A 'danger to life' amber weather warning is in force for south Wales amid heavy rainfall. Dozens of flood alerts are active across the UK. Stay informed and prepare now.
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
A shocking report reveals 2,955 species in Wales are at serious risk of disappearing. Discover which beloved creatures are threatened and how simple conservation actions can help.
Mining giant BHP has ended its pursuit of rival Anglo American after its latest approach was rebuffed. Discover the implications for the planned Anglo-Teck merger and the global mining sector.
Mining giant BHP has ended its pursuit of Anglo American, leaving the path clear for Anglo's planned £39bn copper merger with Teck Resources. Discover the implications for the global mining sector.
FBI Director Kash Patel faces backlash after assigning SWAT teams to protect his girlfriend, Alexis Wilkins, raising questions about misuse of government resources.
FBI Director Kash Patel faces accusations of abuse of power after his country singer girlfriend was assigned an elite FBI SWAT team for protection. Discover the details of this growing scandal.
Charity Missing People warns vulnerable children face exploitation due to police failures. The Independent launches SafeCall campaign to help reach every missing child. Donate now.
Kent County Council admits error after painting 'School Keep Clear' markings outside school closed for nine years. Local councillor calls situation 'a farce' as party claims wider savings.
Storm Claudia batters the UK with a month's rain in a day, causing severe flooding, uprooted trees, and power cuts. See the shocking aftermath and rescue efforts.
Emergency services declare major incident as Storm Claudia causes severe flooding across UK. Four severe flood warnings issued with risk to life. Stay informed about weather warnings.
Police Ombudsman finds PSNI cybercrime units were under-resourced, failing to manage risk of catfish killer Alexander McCartney who drove a victim to suicide. Read the full investigation.
Shocking investigation reveals millions of British households may have overpaid council tax and could be entitled to refunds worth thousands. Find out if you're affected and how to claim.
In a strategic pivot, Australia's Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles announces groundbreaking critical minerals cooperation with China, reshaping global supply chains and challenging Western dominance in green technology resources.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces mounting criticism over Australia's critical minerals strategy, with experts warning the nation risks becoming a 'quarry with a flag' rather than securing genuine economic sovereignty.
Senior police leaders warn that mounting public inquiries are draining resources and diverting officers from frontline crime-fighting duties across Britain.
A clever new quiz challenges Australians to distinguish genuine critical minerals from fantasy creations. Test your knowledge of the resources powering the green revolution versus Middle-earth mythology.
A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.
Home Office-backed initiative sees officers spending hours on fruitless visits while violent criminals roam free. Investigation reveals staggering waste of police resources and taxpayer money.
A landmark agreement between Australia and the United States aims to reshape global supply chains for rare earths and critical minerals, reducing Western reliance on China while boosting green technology development.
Reform UK politicians have been barred from a Kent council building after a controversial video showed party members filming inside, raising questions about political access and conduct.
Dramatic footage reveals councillors trading furious insults during heated budget debate, echoing infamous Jackie Weaver Handforth Parish Council clash.
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis explains how millions of Brits could be paying hundreds less in council tax - and how to challenge your band.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis exposes six little-known council tax pitfalls that could be draining your wallet, plus how to challenge your band and claim refunds.
An obscure legal provision is enabling private companies to establish unprecedented property rights in space, raising alarm among experts about the future of cosmic exploration.
Cardiff Council is set for significant political changes following recent election outcomes, with Labour falling short of majority control. Discover how the new political landscape will shape Wales' capital city.
Thousands of UK households could be owed significant council tax refunds. Discover three proven methods to check if you've overpaid and claim your money back today.
Exclusive Sutton Trust research uncovers alarming disparities in educational support during critical school years, with disadvantaged pupils falling further behind their wealthier peers.
Noosa Council faces serious financial investigation after suspected fraudulent activities involving substantial sums of public money, with Queensland authorities now involved.