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UK Housebuilding Plummets to Post-War Low, Councils Warn

New data reveals a catastrophic decline in UK housebuilding, with construction starts falling to levels not seen since the 1940s. Councils warn of a deepening housing crisis as government targets are missed by a staggering margin.

Trump admin axes funding for NC project with Ukrainian manager

The Trump administration has moved to cut vital federal funding for a North Carolina housing initiative after it emerged the project's manager, Iryna Zarutska, is a Ukrainian national, sparking a major political row over aid allocation.

UK's Biggest Waterpark Project Cancelled in Manchester

The highly anticipated Therme Manchester, slated to be the UK's largest waterpark, has been officially scrapped. The £250 million project, promised to create hundreds of jobs, has been abandoned after failing to secure necessary funding and approvals, mar

Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals

A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.

Amazon sacks UK drivers, replaces them with AI

Amazon has terminated hundreds of its UK delivery drivers, citing the success of its new AI-powered 'Project Cornucopia' logistics system. The move has sparked outrage from unions and raised serious questions about the future of employment in the age of a

Qantas Tests Historic London-Sydney Direct Flight

Qantas launches a groundbreaking direct flight from London to Sydney, slashing travel time and testing the limits of ultra-long-haul aviation. Discover the new era of non-stop travel between Europe and Australia.

Derbyshire's 'Ghost Hotel' Hits Market for £5m

A sprawling, 'unloved' Victorian hotel in the High Peak, left to decay by a reclusive millionaire family for 30 years, is now on the market for £5 million. The Glossop landmark, known locally as 'The Ghost Hotel', is a time capsule of faded grandeur, awai

East Germany's Prefab Housing Finds New Life in Modern Era

Once a symbol of Cold War austerity, East Germany's prefabricated Plattenbau housing estates are experiencing an unlikely renaissance. Discover how these concrete giants are providing a blueprint for tackling today's urgent issues of urban density, sustai

Trump Allies Draft Plan to Curb Federal Reserve Independence

A radical proposal from Donald Trump's allies seeks to strip the Federal Reserve of its independence, allowing the White House to demote Chair Jerome Powell and influence interest rates, a move that could shake global markets.

Prince William's Surprise Visit to Natural History Museum

The Prince of Wales made an unannounced visit to London's Natural History Museum to champion the Urban Nature Project, highlighting his commitment to UK conservation and creating accessible green spaces for communities.

Cold War nuclear bunker near Bristol goes to auction

A rare piece of Cold War history is up for sale. Discover the unique opportunity to own a decommissioned nuclear bunker near Bristol, complete with original features and planning permission for a unique conversion.

Woody Allen's Secret Trump Film Project Revealed

Bill Maher discloses Woody Allen's shelved film project about Donald Trump during a live interview, sparking renewed debate about the director's Hollywood exile and political satire.

Rayner to sanction councils blocking housing developments

Deputy PM Angela Rayner unveils a major crackdown on English local authorities that obstruct housing development, threatening financial penalties and potential government intervention to tackle the housing crisis.

Family's horror in Ealing Council's rat-poo infested flat

A homeless family with a newborn baby has been left in despair after Ealing Council placed them in temporary housing riddled with rat droppings, damp, and severe disrepair, sparking outrage and calls for immediate action.

Andy Lee Marries Rebecca Harding in Secret Ceremony

After a decade-long romance, comedian Andy Lee has finally married his long-term partner Rebecca Harding in an intimate Melbourne ceremony. The couple hinted at their new marital status in a playful social media post.

Trump's Radical Plan: Dismantling US Federal Workforce

Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal the Trump administration's sweeping plans to aggressively restructure the US government, purge federal employees, and fast-track a controversial deregulation agenda, sparking fierce legal and political battles.

Vulnerable at risk as UK housing support slashed

Charities sound the alarm as government cuts to housing vouchers and soaring rents threaten to leave thousands of vulnerable Britons, including families and the elderly, without a home. A perfect storm of policy failure and economic pressure is pushing th

Over 500,000 New Homes Blocked by English Councils

A damning new report uncovers that local councils in England have rejected plans for more than 500,000 new homes in the last five years, severely exacerbating the national housing shortage and pricing out a generation.

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