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Council loses Supreme Court fight over Traveller site

The Supreme Court has rejected Epping Forest District Council's final appeal to evict travellers from a site in Essex, ending a costly 10-year legal battle and setting a significant precedent for planning enforcement.

Virginia Wesleyan University removes Jane Batten name

Virginia Wesleyan University removes Jane Batten's name from its library and art village after an investigation uncovers her support for segregationist policies, marking a significant step in confronting its historical ties.

Times Square's Broadway Theatre to be Renamed

The historic theatre that hosted Mary Poppins is set for a monumental rebrand, honouring the legacy of influential producer James L. Nederlander in a landmark moment for New York City.

Taxpayer-Funded Traveller Site Buried in Rubbish

Exclusive photos expose a taxpayer-funded traveller site in Essex transformed into a wasteland of fly-tipped rubbish, abandoned vehicles, and environmental hazards, sparking local fury and a council investigation.

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.

5,500-Year-Old Neolithic Tomb Unearthed on Scottish Island

Archaeologists have made a breathtaking find on the Scottish Isle of Arran, unearthing a perfectly preserved Neolithic tomb dating back an astonishing 5,500 years. The ancient burial site, hidden for millennia, offers an unprecedented window into Scotland

Matildas Star's Cousin Rejected from Mining Job

Exclusive: Matildas star Sam Kerr's cousin, Daniel Kerr, speaks out after being rejected from a FIFO mining job, alleging a toxic workplace culture where discriminatory language about it being a 'blokes' site' cost him the role. A major loss for diversity

Highgate Cemetery 'bunker' plan sparks heritage outcry

A contentious proposal to construct a new two-storey building for gardeners at London's historic Highgate Cemetery has ignited a fierce battle between conservationists and trustees over the site's future.

Man charged in London father-son stabbing case

A man has been charged following a fatal stabbing incident in London that left a father and son dead. The attack occurred at a business site, sparking a police investigation.

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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