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Fluoridation cuts Queensland children's tooth decay

Groundbreaking research reveals water fluoridation dramatically reduced tooth decay in Queensland children, yet most local councils continue to reject the public health measure despite overwhelming evidence.

Ben Smith appointed Newcastle Building Society CEO

Newcastle Building Society announces Ben Smith as incoming Chief Executive, bringing extensive financial services experience to lead the mutual's next chapter of growth and member-focused strategy.

Bournemouth's battle against crime and decline

Once hailed as the jewel of the English Riviera, Bournemouth now grapples with rising crime, anti-social behaviour and urban decay. Discover what went wrong for this historic coastal destination.

Britain's alarming slide back to the 1970s crisis era

As Britain faces economic turmoil, political instability and social decay, veteran commentator John Macleod delivers a stark warning about our nation's alarming slide back towards the crisis-ridden 1970s.

Madrid Building Collapse Injures Three

Emergency services rushed to central Madrid after a multi-storey building partially collapsed, leaving three people with minor injuries. Latest updates on the structural failure investigation.

French City Shamed by Graffiti Sparking National Debate

The historic city of Nîmes in southern France confronts its urban deterioration crisis after anonymous graffiti declaring 'Nîmes, I am ashamed of you' appears across the city, igniting a nationwide conversation about France's urban decline.

Bronx Building Collapse: Rescue Operation Underway

A partial building collapse in New York's Bronx district has triggered a massive emergency response as rescue teams search for survivors amidst the rubble. Multiple injuries reported as residents describe chaos and devastation.

Dirty Looks: Barbican's radical fashion exhibition

A major new exhibition at London's Barbican Centre, 'Dirty Looks', challenges fashion's obsession with perfection, celebrating the beauty of decay, wear, and the eroticism of used clothing.

San Francisco's Westfield Mall Faces Collapse

The once-thriving Westfield San Francisco Centre is haemorrhaging major retailers, with Nordstrom's recent closure leaving it 75% empty. Soaring crime, rampant shoplifting, and a severe homelessness crisis are crippling the downtown economy, sparking a 'd

14th-Century Scottish Castle with Dungeon for Sale

A rare piece of Scottish history, the majestic Carsluith Castle in Dumfries and Galloway, built for a powerful medieval family, is now for sale. This stunning stone fortress, complete with its own dungeon and centuries of royal connections, offers a uniqu

Portland Mayor's leaked email admits city is 'living hell'

Explosive leaked emails show Portland's Mayor Ted Wheeler in a state of despair, privately admitting the city's homelessness policies have failed and created a 'living hell' for residents, while publicly defending his administration's approach.

Founding Father's Historic Boston Home Hits Market

A piece of American history is for sale. The meticulously preserved Boston home of Founding Father Rufus King, a signatory of the US Constitution, is on the market for $6.5 million. Discover its revolutionary secrets.

Couple face jail over illegal 'best man cave' in UK

A British couple could be imprisoned after illegally constructing a massive 10,000 sq ft entertainment complex, dubbed 'Britain's best man cave', in their garden, defying court orders and a lengthy planning dispute.

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