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Big Ben's Bongs Return After Five-Year Restoration

The famous chimes of Big Ben have triumphantly returned to the London skyline following an extensive five-year conservation project. The Elizabeth Tower's iconic bell marks a new era with its restored voice.

London's Japanese Garden House Up for Top Architecture Prize

A breathtaking London home, featuring an exquisite Japanese garden and a unique architectural design centred around the restoration of Big Ben, has been shortlisted for the UK's top architecture award, the Riba Stirling Prize.

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.

Repair Shop's Most Emotional Fix Leaves Crew in Tears

An exclusive look inside the BBC's beloved 'The Repair Shop' reveals the incredibly moving story of a cherished toy's restoration, a process so powerful it moved the entire family and filming crew to tears, showcasing the show's profound emotional impact.

Meet The Repair Shop's Master Restoration Experts

Discover the talented experts behind BBC One's heartwarming hit The Repair Shop. Learn about the master restorers who breathe new life into cherished treasures and the stories they uncover.

Godard's Lost Debut Film Restored in 4K

A landmark discovery in cinema history: Jean-Luc Godard's debut documentary, 'Opération Béton', has been meticulously restored in 4K and will premiere at the Locarno Film Festival, offering a new perspective on the legendary director's origins.

Wales-China Green Pact to Combat Desertification

In a landmark environmental collaboration, Wales signs a historic agreement with China to share expertise in revitalising the Yellow River basin and combating the Gobi Desert's expansion, marking a new chapter in UK-China relations.

Abandoned UK Art Deco Lido Set for £4.3m Revival

A derelict Grade II-listed Art Deco lido in the UK is being brought back to life in a stunning £4.3 million restoration project, promising a new era of wellness and community for the local area.

UK Woman's Victorian Renovation Nightmare Over Toxic Mould

A British woman's idyllic vision of restoring a 19th-century Victorian property crumbles as she uncovers a severe mould infestation, turning her dream project into a financial and emotional catastrophe. Exclusive details on the renovation horrors.

Venice to Show Restored 'Queen Kelly' by von Stroheim

The Venice Film Festival will screen a meticulously restored version of the 1929 silent film 'Queen Kelly', starring Gloria Swanson and directed by Erich von Stroheim, hailed as a cinematic masterpiece.

SF's 'Painted Lady' Reborn as Stunning Art Exhibit

Discover how a historic San Francisco Victorian home, famously known as a 'Painted Lady,' has been transformed into a breathtaking art exhibit, blending heritage with contemporary creativity.

Win Thomas Cromwell's £2.5m barn in charity raffle

A breathtaking 16th-century barn in the UK, once owned by Henry VIII's advisor Thomas Cromwell, is up for grabs in a charity raffle. Valued at £2.5m, this property could be yours for just £25!

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