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FTSE 100: Rolls-Royce Soars, Mining Stocks Slump

London's FTSE 100 experienced a dramatic session with Rolls-Royce and Ocado leading gains, while mining stocks faced sharp declines. Get the full market analysis and closing figures.

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

1980s Miners Return to Picket Line in Historic Protest

Forty years after the bitter strikes that defined an era, former miners and their families have returned to the picket line in a powerful protest against the controversial 'Museum of the North' project at the National Coal Mining Museum in West Yorkshire.

St Ives Crowned UK's Happiest Seaside Town

The picturesque Cornish town of St Ives has been officially named the happiest place to live in the UK, according to the latest Office for National Statistics data, beating out rivals with its stunning beaches and vibrant community spirit.

670-tonne Swedish church moved to escape sinking mine

In an unprecedented feat of engineering, a 130-year-old church in Kiruna, Sweden, is being painstakingly moved to a new location to save it from sinking into an expanding iron ore mine. The two-day operation involves transporting the colossal structure on

Sweden moves 5,000-tonne church 3km in epic operation

In an unprecedented feat of engineering, the historic Kiruna Church in Swedish Lapland was successfully moved 3km to a new location to save it from town-destroying mining subsidence. This is the story of the monumental operation.

Sweden moves entire church to escape mining disaster

A 20th-century church in Sweden's Arctic town of Kiruna is being relocated to avoid destruction from a nearby iron ore mine. Discover the incredible engineering feat behind this preservation effort.

Sweden's Arctic Church Begins 3km Relocation Journey

The historic Kiruna Church in Swedish Lapland is being carefully moved to a new location as the town shifts due to mining impacts. This architectural marvel's 3km journey captures global attention.

Glencore's coal mine expansion threatens koalas

Plans to expand a Queensland coal mine by Glencore could devastate local koala populations, sparking outrage among conservationists. Experts warn of irreversible damage to the ecosystem.

Italy's 16th-century town frozen in time

Nestled in Italy's stunning landscape, this hidden gem remains untouched by modernity, offering visitors a mesmerising journey back to the Renaissance era.

Far-right protesters clash with police in Nuneaton

Violent clashes broke out between far-right demonstrators and police in Nuneaton following a controversial rally outside the town hall. Authorities struggled to maintain control as tensions escalated.

Virgin River & Hart of Dixie: Fans Spot Similarities

Fans of Netflix's 'Virgin River' and The CW's 'Hart of Dixie' are buzzing about the uncanny resemblances between the two heartwarming dramas. From small-town charm to romantic entanglements, here's why viewers can't help but compare them.

Kent's electric town feeds power back to grid

A groundbreaking agreement allows the UK's first all-electric town in Kent to supply surplus energy back to the grid, marking a major step in sustainable urban development.

BBC axes 'This Town' after one season

The BBC has shocked fans by cancelling the hit drama 'This Town' after its debut season, despite critical acclaim and a loyal following.

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