Tangail Saree Weavers Bid for UNESCO Heritage Status
Artisans behind Bangladesh's iconic Tangail saree have nominated their craft for UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Discover how this centuries-old tradition faces modern challenges.
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UK launches new 'Living Heritage' register
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions for a new national 'living heritage' inventory, aiming to safeguard cultural practices for future generations.
UK Calls for Nominations to 'Living Heritage' Inventory
The UK government invites communities to nominate cherished traditions for a new national inventory of living heritage, from ceilidhs to crafts, to safeguard them for future generations. Learn how to submit.
UK Launches 'Living Heritage' Register for Traditions
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions, from cheese-rolling to steel-drumming, for a new national register aimed at safeguarding intangible cultural heritage for future generations.
Undertaker avoids prison for child abuse images
Gary Williams, 45, was found with hundreds of child abuse and necrophilia images. He received a suspended sentence at Liverpool Crown Court. Read the full details.
Man quits £144k job to become stay-at-home son
Luke Parkhurst, 34, swapped a six-figure salary for household chores under his mother's roof. Discover why he chose this unconventional path to fulfilment.
Man lives in hotel as it's cheaper than rent
A partially disabled man reveals living permanently in a Berkshire hotel saves him money on 'astronomical' rent and bills. Discover his cost-effective solution to the UK housing crisis.
Reeves' Budget 2025: Pay rise for 2.7 million workers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils her autumn spending plan, focusing on wage increases and tackling the cost of living. Discover how the Budget affects you.
UK Minimum Wage Rises to £12.71 for Millions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major minimum wage hike for 2.7 million workers from April 2025. Discover how the new rates will impact your pay.
UK accused of caving to BVI on company register access
MPs urge UK government to clamp down on overseas territories' secret company ownership before flagship anti-corruption summit. Transparency at risk.
Radical decluttering approach transforms retirement living
Discover how 65-year-old Deborah chose constrained living to shed possessions and focus on experiences. Her inspiring story challenges conventional retirement planning.
The 'Singles Tax' Costs Thousands Extra Per Year
Discover how the 'singles tax' creates a £6,300 annual financial burden for those living alone, forcing hard choices between social life and solvency. Learn more.
Jakarta police clash with protesters over living costs
Indonesian police deployed tear gas and water cannons as thousands protested against soaring prices in central Jakarta, highlighting growing public discontent.
Britain's dying trade: The stonemasons fighting extinction
Discover the forgotten world of stonemasonry - a centuries-old craft facing extinction despite building Britain's most iconic landmarks. Meet the craftsmen fighting to save their trade.
Australia's immigration overhaul targets cost-of-living crisis
In a dramatic policy shift, Australia announces sweeping immigration reforms aimed at easing the nation's crippling cost-of-living crisis. Discover how cutting migrant numbers could reshape the economy and affect everyday Australians.
Vietnam demands Facebook remove UNESCO heritage criticism
Vietnamese authorities escalate pressure on Meta's platform over posts questioning their stewardship of protected cultural sites, raising concerns about digital censorship and heritage protection.
Reeves' Tax Gamble: Budget Amid Cost of Living Crisis
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as her first budget approaches, with experts questioning whether income tax cuts can truly alleviate Britain's deepening cost of living pressures.
138 English heritage sites face irreversible damage
Exclusive report reveals how climate change, erosion and funding cuts threaten to erase centuries of English history from Stonehenge to Hadrian's Wall.
The Modern Country Gentleman: Redefining Rural Life
Discover how the traditional English country gentleman is evolving, blending heritage with contemporary values in today's rural Britain.
Why UK families are ditching their living rooms
Discover how British households are transforming traditional living spaces into home offices, gyms, and creative zones in a radical rethinking of domestic life.
Swiss yodelling wins UNESCO cultural heritage status
The ancient art of Swiss yodelling joins UNESCO's prestigious intangible cultural heritage list, preserving Alpine traditions for future generations.
Nurse struck off for selling sex videos in uniform
A Manchester NHS nurse has been removed from the nursing register after admitting to selling explicit content online while wearing her uniform, sparking serious professional misconduct hearings.
Couple saves thousands living in shipping container home
Discover how one innovative couple transformed a shipping container into their dream rental home, saving over £12,000 annually while embracing sustainable living in the UK.
Climbers defy Victoria's Indigenous site ban
Rock climbing enthusiasts in Victoria are openly challenging new restrictions at culturally significant Indigenous sites, igniting a fierce debate between heritage conservation and recreational access.
Historic Windmill Luxury Conversion Sparks Outrage
Plans to transform a 19th-century Sussex windmill into a luxury residence spark local outrage and heritage concerns as conservationists battle developers over preserving Britain's architectural history.
Fish & Chip Prices Soar 25% in Cost Crisis
Traditional British fish and chips could become an unaffordable luxury as prices surge by over 25% amid the ongoing cost of living squeeze, new research reveals.
Queensland creates public sex offender register
Queensland announces Australia's first publicly accessible sex offender register, with Daniel Morcombe's parents championing the reform and pushing for nationwide adoption to enhance child safety.
Surviving on minimum wage: The shocking reality
A minimum wage worker reveals the shocking reality of surviving on £11.44 per hour in today's cost of living crisis, sharing practical budgeting tips that could help others struggling financially.
10 Countries Where Your Money Goes Further
Discover the nations where British expats and travellers can enjoy significantly lower living costs while maintaining quality of life, from sunny European hotspots to exotic Asian destinations.
Europe's Historic Stays: Sleep in Castles & Monasteries
Discover Europe's extraordinary historic accommodations where you don't just visit history - you live it. From castle suites to converted monasteries, experience the past in unparalleled luxury.
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